Arctic Training Center

Arctic Training has the Best women’s workouts. As a hijabi, this is the first place I have been comfortable working out. The small, private classes are like having a personal trainer in a Muslima safe environment. I have been training with Dania and her team for only two weeks and see more improvement in my strength and flexibility than a year on my own at Lifetime. The boxing has been incredible at reducing my stress and anxiety. Every class is different, challenging, and fun! I actually look forward to going to the gym each day.

The youth classes line up well with the women’s class, so I am able to have my kids train jujitsu at the same time I am training. The youth classes are fun and challenging. I am starting to see an increase in their confidence and strength in a short period.

My husband just started his jujitsu class and loves it as well. It is a great place to get our whole family fit. They also offer great discounts for families.

If that is not enough, the owner is the first Palestinian black belt in the country. I am so proud of Dania and excited to see my family progress at Arctic Training Center.

I have nothing but great things to say about Arctic Training Center. If you’re a competitor looking for top tier technique and hard rounds they’ve got you covered. If you’re starting out they’ll welcome you and work at your pace. The camaraderie among training partners is evident and coaches Alex and Dania do great in creating a unique environment

I've always wanted to try kickboxing and I finally did at the Arctic Training Center. I'm so glad I found this group of dedicated instructors to help me correct my form when I need to and keep me motivated when I do not have the energy to give it my all. A convenient location and space for women.

I started training with Alex and Dania in July 2021. Coming from another school that closed after being there almost 10 years, I felt lost without a home base .

Thankfully Alex, Dania and the rest of the wolf pack welcomed me in with open guards 🤦🏻‍♂🤣 arms I mean open arms.

This is a great team with deep rooted knowledge and top quality professionalism.

Arctic is equipped for all ages having a full adult and kids program even a women's only program!

If you’re looking for a new home base or even a good open mat. Look no further. ❤🐺🥋

Great place to learn Self Defense, and Jujitsu. Everyone is so welcoming at ATC. I recommend anyone to take up some classes or if you have Any kids they have a Awesome kids program which my 2 kids attend. Awesome respectable people.

I visited Arctic while visiting Alsip on business for the night and couldn't have been happier with the experience. The culture is very friendly and the facility is top notch with high quality mats and equipment. Very appreciative of the warm welcome and the tough training!! Looking forward to visiting again next time I'm in town!

I took a carry and conceal class and the instructor was extremely patient with all of us! He answered all the questions we had and was very knowledgeable! Dania was there helping us as well and she's the sweetest person you'll ever meet! I highly recommend Arctic!

PLEASE READ: I have been Training with Alex, Rudy, and Dania for about 10 months a ATC now. I just want to say (I have trained all over Chicagoland, and other states) and Arctic is hands down the best gym I've been to! Alex Seaver completely refined my game, his teaching is bar none the best ! in the short time I have been there he has taught me lessons that will mold my game forever. The kids program is hands down the best in the area. Not only did they welcome me with open arms but also are make sure everyone feels welcome not matter age, belt, experience, etc. If you are thinking about training here PLEASE sign up, this is the place you need to be! Super welcoming and will meet you where you are at.

If you’re looking for a BJJ gym Arctic is the place to train! Arctic offers a Super friendly environment for all ages and skill levels!! Alex, Dania, Angelo, Rudy, and Mike are all very knowledgeable coaches that will help you develop and get better after every class!!! Walking into a gym for the first time can be super nerve racking but the genuinely kind people at Arctic will make you feel comfortable and at home at day 1!! You won’t regret training at Arctic!!!

Great school to train at! Instructors were very professional and patient with Instructions. Everyone I trained with was courteous with my level of training. Would highly recommend!

Structured yet free flowing gym. The atmosphere in regards to the instructors and students is encouraging, to say the least. Instructor Seaver(s) and their team have cultivated an environment that allows comprehensive progress at a rate thay may surprise you. White belts to Black belts alike are beyond interested in seeing the improvement of anyone who takes their Mma/Bjj classes. Also very competitively priced.

I absolutely love training at Arctic Training Center. The instructors are knowledgeable and passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the facilities are top-notch. I always feel challenged and motivated during class, and the sense of community among my fellow training partners is amazing. I truly look forward to every training session and highly recommend Arctic Training Center to anyone looking to improve their skills and have fun doing it!

Top tier gym. My girls love coming here. Coaches are very knowledge and encouraging.
Great gym for adults as well.

Just wanted to take a moment and give a special thanks to ALL the amazing trainers and staff at Arctic Training Center for all their dedication and hard work to make the most of each class for us during this last camp. The facility is always clean, trainers and staff are welcoming and classes are enjoyable! Special thanks to Dania & Emily for the constant words of encouragement and for taking extra time to show new skills and techniques for the long run. Sincerely appreciated you all for always empowering women to strive to make the impossible a possibility! Angelo my guy : ) it was nice randomly running into you…I know you’re doing what you do best! Thanks again for a great camp!

The one thing I feel that truly sets Arctic apart from other gyms is how rapidly students progress in Jiujitsu. I have been at Arctic for a few years now and consistently see new people coming through the doors and next thing you know they are demonstrating a sound grasp of BJJ. It is easy to see Arctic has a great faculty and pays close attention to keeping it clean, there is also a tremendous amount of classes to fit anybody’s schedule. However, what separates Arctic from other gyms is where the pavement meets the road, and what I mean by that is the performance of its members, and how they excel at the sport. The gym has a culture that is hard to articulate but is dedicated to quality Jiujitsu in a positive team atmosphere . The culture is sustained by top rate instructors who truly have a love for jujitsu and a team that wants to see you grown and succeed!!!!

This all girls gym is phenomenal! The atmosphere is incredibly supportive and empowering. The trainers are knowledgeable and motivating, and the variety of classes offered keeps workouts exciting. The facilities are clean and well-maintained, making it a joy to come here regularly.

Super clean, great communication and overall great work out. I am in the women’s only classes and it is fun and challenging. I can see myself coming here for a very long time. Love these classes and the coaches are very knowledgeable, great motivators and really care.

I love the women’s Ramadan camp, especially the rotation of workouts. Additionally, I like that each workout is versatile and just as intense as the previous one. The trainers are amazing; they are always available to support me if needed. Most of all, I feel great after every workout. I highly recommend this place. You will not regret it!

The instructor is very encouraging and motivating. I have noticed tremendous results after only 1 month. Dania has made me fall in love with the gym and I truly look forward to every session. The workouts are intense and difficult but Dania manages to make the experience amazing. Clean gym, very spacious. Trainer gives attention to every single person and was a great asset to helping me achieve my goals at the gym. I love this gym and will continue to attend regularly. I recommend signing up for the all women’s gym because it is truly an uplifting and empowering experience.

My husband and I were looking for a good gym for our 2 boys for quite some time. We came to Arctic after bouncing from gym to gym and they offered us a one week free trial. It took us just a day or two to realize this was the one! My boys have been in their Jiu Jitsu program for 6 months now and I can honestly say this gym is the best! The coaches are amazing, their tough when they need to be and can still make it a fun place for the kids to practice!! I highly recommend this gym !