Mark Turner BJJ

Naperville, United States

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3 reviews

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+1 708-228-1294
Website:
markturnerbjj.com
Address:
25 S Washington St 2nd Fl, Naperville, IL, 60540
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miNaperville
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Today

Today 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Naperville) 7:57 PM Friday, November 29, 2024

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Description

Specialties

We are a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school owned and operated by Mark Turner. Mark is the first and only non-​Brazilian Black Belt of 5 time World Champion and current UFC welterweight star Demian Maia. We welcome people from all walks of life regardless of age, gender, or experience. We have a great, fun environment for learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. For those looking to learn MMA a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu foundation is essential. Look throughout the UFC and you will see all of the top guys have beyond a working knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will not only improve your strength and conditioning but also your functional strength. It will also improve your self confidence and is the foremost art for self defense. Mark invites you to stop by for a free class to see if BJJ and our school are right for you.

History

Established in 2007.

Mark has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 1997. He had his first school in LA Boxing Naperville and while the BJJ school thrived the LA Boxing franchise closed due to management issues. From there Mark’s students followed him to Overtime Wrestling in Naperville. After a couple years there Mark decided to open his own school in 2011. In 2012 Mark received his black belt from his mentor Demian Maia (yes that Demian Maia). Mark is the first and only non Brazilian Demian has given the black belt to. The new and current school is located in heart of downtown Naperville, IL.

Meet the Business Owner

Mark T.

Business Owner

A former Marine and training since 1997 Mark Turner is the first and only non-​Brazilian Black Belt of 5 time World Champion and current UFC welterweight star Demian Maia. Mark is an active competitor and has competed and/​or placed in jiu jitsu championships held in Brazil, the United States and Europe. Mark welcomes new students with open arms as his passion is sharing his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu knowledge with his students. Mark keeps the atmosphere light yet focused and competitive for the perfect balance where one can have fun and excel.

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3 reviews of Mark Turner BJJ

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Place rating: 5
Naperville, IL
I began training here at the beginning of the year and really enjoy everything about this place. I am new to Jiu Jitsu and everyone here is very friendly and welcoming. Mark and John are both great teachers. Both have immense knowledge and passion for the sport and are welcoming to everyone. Everyone helps one another improve which makes a great atmosphere to learn. I definitely recommend stopping by for a lesson. It is a great place to learn and you get a great work out as well!
Place rating: 5
Naperville, IL
I have been training BJJ for a couple years now, and I have been in a couple of gyms. When I stepped into Mark Turner BJJ I became very excited. The facility is clean, easy to get to, and Mark and his students are very inviting.
The instruction:
Mark Turner is the best instructor and coach that I have had the privilege to train with. His attention to detail is one-​of-​a-​kind and very helpful in the learning process. To find a teacher like Mark and a school like his, is rare. If you have the opportunity, it is worth stopping by and sitting in on a class. His mentor Demian Maia is considered one of the best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners in the world, and has taught Mark and his students (including myself) a few times.
John Wolnik is the nicest guy and very passionate about BJJ. It is always a pleasure to learn from John.
In conclusion, if you enjoy BJJ and want to learn from a great instructor and train with a group of good, knowledgable bjj guys, then Mark Turner BJJ is the school for you. Also, from time to time you might get to see and train with some world class BJJ professionals.
If you are in Naperville or nearby you DEFINITELY need to check out this school! You will not be disappointed!
Place rating: 5
Naperville, IL
I am new to the sport and very pleased with Mark Turner BJJ. The depth of knowledge and depth of character at this academy is exceptional.