Been going to F2D for over a year and couldn't imagine training with any other coach. Coach Scott is a great trainer who has helped me gain confidence and pushed me beyond my comfort zone.

Great gym with high level training partners. I’ve been training jiu jitsu for a long time and I really enjoy being here. Great instruction and training for all levels.

From my very first interaction with Profesor Scott Gave, Owner at F2D, I felt welcomed and comfortable. Immediately, I was met with professionalism, respect, kindness, and patience. Oh, their patience! Each instructor and student I have met has been friendly, open, and helpful. Everyone is super safety-conscious as well, so that was a huge plus for me. I also must admit, I continue to be impressed with the cleanliness at F2D as well as the size of the main training room, which is notably large. I am very happy and more dedicated to my training than ever before, and so very grateful to be a part of this team. I would invite any person—young or old, novice or veteran, to check out the academy—you will NOT be disappointed.

Scott and his team are incredible coaches who value teaching kids about leadership and character as much as self-defense and combat skills. This gym has been a big part of our kids' lives and has enriched them significantly. Highly recommend.

My kids and I have been training at F2D for over 4 years. I’ve learned a lot about myself and had growth opportunities beyond martial arts. Scott is a leader. High level training partners, varied technical skills. Kids, adults, all levels welcome. Great community and safe place to train.

Amazing people at this place. I am very impressed with the professionalism presented along with a very friendly welcoming atmosphere. The coaches here are very informative and are always willing to assist! I would give 6 stars if I could

UNBELIEVABLE…BRILLIANT! This is without a doubt the best Martial in the country. The second you walk in, you’ll feel like family. Coach Scott and Brent are just amazing, humble, always eager to help out. My son had improved so much. Thank you for everything you do!

A lot of people can be nice, but it’s rare to find genuine and authentic-to-themselves individuals, but this place has got it. From the coaches, students, and even people that drop by to visit, i have been showered with only kindness and genuine interactions by everyone I’ve been fortunate enough to talk to. Not to mention the jiu jitsu in that room is unbelievable, every time I drop by to train I’m learning something new and the coaches are more than happy to give all they know not just to their students, but to the art of jiu jitsu. We need more academies like Fit2Defend….

great environment! Nice and clean, everyone is so friendly you will feel at home and grow with everyone! F2D has became like a new comfort zone that I can come to and just feel so excited to be around with!

Fit2Defend has been a great place to train! I joined their adult combatives class and have been going for a year and a half. The members, staff, Ms. Monica and Coach Scott are very friendly and welcoming. Taking this class has challenged me and given me confidence as a woman. I highly recommended this academy for anyone that wants to train in jiu jitsu, kids or adults combatives.

Fantastic place overall. Always clean and welcoming. Scott delivers knowledge in an easy to follow way. This is the place to train.

I live in Florida and was in North Chicago on business for two months, so I had to find a gym and keep my skills sharp. The folks at Fit 2 Defend did a fantastic job of making me feel welcome and part of the team. I can't remember the names of all the coaches that I worked with (there were many great coaches), but Coach Scott Gave and Coach Simon Park are amazing! If I find my way back up there, even for only one day, I will hit these guys up and drop in because it's such a great place to train. OSS!

I started coming to fit2defend back in 2021. Since then I have had the pleasure of learning from good coaches who will truly help elevate your jiu-jitsu. It a great environment with many different people to help you alone the way. Great academy to come and learn and start your journey.

Coach Scott Gave is a phenomenal leader and Coach for kids as well as adults. His gym's culture embodies respect, integrity, safety, personal goal achievement, and fun among other positive qualities. I've had the honor to travel the world visiting martial arts academies in my career, and I can honestly say I'm grateful that I not only get to train here myself, but that my young son can begin his martial arts journey in this academy. If you are an adult looking for a safe and welcoming place to train, or you are a parent looking for a safe outlet for your kids, this is the place. I can't recommend Fit2Defend enough.