Lycan's Den MMA is a premier martial arts school located in Urbana, IL, offering a variety of classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and MMA. With an expert coaching team led by Coach James, the gym promotes a supportive and family-oriented environment for all ages and skill levels. Customers rave about the high-quality instruction, welcoming community, and the significant personal growth they experience, both physically and mentally. Open six days a week, Lycan's Den MMA accommodates diverse schedules with multiple daily sessions.
If you're seeking top-notch martial arts training in a positive and disciplined setting, Lycan's Den MMA is highly recommended. The gym prides itself on its tough competitors, excellent kids' programs, and the ability to cater to both hobbyists and serious fighters. Come and experience a place where everyone feels like family and where personal goals are met through rigorous, enjoyable training.
Pros:
- Expert coaching team led by Coach James.
- Variety of classes: BJJ, Muay Thai, MMA, Kickboxing.
- Welcoming and family-oriented environment.
- High-quality instruction and significant personal growth.
- Open six days a week with flexible scheduling.
- Excellent kids' programs promoting discipline and respect.
- Supportive community for all ages and skill levels.
- Availability of trial classes.
- Top-notch facilities and clean environment.
- Friendly and helpful training partners.
Cons:
- No classes on Sundays.
- Limited morning sessions.
- Some find the commute challenging.
Location / Contact
- Address: 1305 E Colorado Ave, Urbana, IL 61801, United States
- Phone:+1 217-550-3877
- Website:lycandenmma.com
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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 5.0-star.
This business has 50 reviews.
The address is: 1305 E Colorado Ave, Urbana, IL 61801, United States .
The contact number is +1 217-550-3877
This service is listed under Martial Arts School .
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Steve Wilbur
2 years ago
Excellent gym for BJJ, MMa, and Mauy Thai. The gym just started but it started with a lot of members who have been doing martial arts for years.The gym has a wonderful kids program and the adult classes are challenging but fun. Overall this gym has an amazing culture that loves to invite new people in.
Meghan Schroeder
2 years ago
I really enjoy coming to Lycans Den! James is a phenomenal coach. He’s encouraging, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. I started BJJ to try something new, I kept coming back because of the atmosphere, people, and coaches.
Patrick Axel
2 years ago
Lycans Den has the hardest working, friendliest, and most knowledgeable instructors/teammates of any BJJ gym I’ve ever been to! I love that there are multiple classes every day so I can train as much as I want.
Michael Bilotich
2 years ago
I started training with the people at Lycans Den 2 years ago. In 2 years I went from no martial arts experience at all to having great success competing in amateur mma. Whether you are completely new to martial arts and want to learn some beginner level striking or bjj, or you are a competitive fighter, you will fit in and find great training/coaching at this gym. They are extremely friendly and welcoming to beginners and new martial artists, while also having the experienced coaches and competitors necessary to create an environment that allows those who are serious about competing to succeed. I tried the other gyms before coming here 2 years ago and they are without a doubt the best martial arts gym in the area.
carter
2 years ago
Best Jiu Jitsu in the area! If you’re a beginner or a high level competitor this is an amazing gym to train at. The instruction is top notch and the environment is welcoming and friendly every day!
Ninad Mehta
2 years ago
Lycans Den MMA is a great place to train BJJ. The classes are well-structured and fun. Professor James Martin and the staff are top-notch and everybody here is very welcoming. You get to train with hobbyists and competitors in a supportive environment. I highly recommend this place to any BJJ enthusiasts in Urbana-Champaign!
Cullen Todd
2 years ago
I really love the staff here! At 58 YO blue belt I am accepted and my goals taken seriously. I have yet to experience any thing because of my age. I have had numerous injuries. If Prof. James is teaching a technique that my body will not allow it he helps me find a modification to it. The other coaches and staff there are a amazing. The atmosphere is very positive. I really feel like I am a part of. I would encourage any one wanting to try BJJ or MMA to come by and try us out.
Jayme Schmidt
2 years ago
Lycans Den is our second home. Our professors are amazing with children. My 8yr old has gained confidence, self control, and focus. He has made many new friends and we are treated like family. We love it there!!!!
Chris Brenden
2 years ago
Been training with James and Co. for the past 3 years, and I believe they are the best choice in CU for several reasons:1.) James, the coaching staff, and the higher level belts here are the toughest competitors in town. This means the instruction is of high quality, and the rolls/sparring sessions are intense.2.) Availability and classes: several sessions/day for 6 days/week in BJJ, Muay Thai, MMA, and Kickboxing.3.) Community: Friendly and welcoming group of guys, gals, and kids to train with.
Kelly Jo Lamb
2 years ago
For all of you out there looking for a beyond phenomenal jiu jitsu coach, this is the place to be! Coach James brings an energy to the room that is just electrifying! He loves the kids and the adults and you can see his passion in the way he coaches. This is not a 30 minute class nor is it a class that you get a belt or a stripe each month. Whether you are a kid or an adult, you have the ability to learn techniques for the first 40 minutes of class and then get to spar with different folks in the room for the last 20…… and you can do this 6 days a week if you want! My 13 year old son started last October and by march was winning gold medals in tournaments. The coaching staff, the members, everyone here is extremely helpful and contagiously kind. I tell James all the time how grateful I am his world has collided with ours. And while everyone deserves a vacation, his energy is very much missed when he is gone. We love you coach James!