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Misfits Coach with The No Offense Podcast From St. Charles

Misfits Coach with The No Offense Podcast From St. Charles

In a recent podcast video, Brad Edmondson of Misfits Jiujitsu sat down with Matthew Maxcy from the No Offense Podcast…
Jiu-Jitsu Red Belts - Who Are These Elusive And Artful Grand Masters

Jiu-Jitsu Red Belts - Who Are These Elusive And Artful Grand Masters

Who Are The Jiu-Jitsu Red Belts? Jiu-Jitsu Red Belts are the elite of the elite, the Grand Masters of Brazilian…
Jiu-Jitsu Vs. Judo - Which Is Better For Your Health?

Jiu-Jitsu Vs. Judo - Which Is Better For Your Health?

When it comes to martial arts, there are as many different motivations and reasons to start training as there are…
6 Ways Training Jiu-Jitsu For Weight Loss Can Change Your Life

6 Ways Training Jiu-Jitsu For Weight Loss Can Change Your Life

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an effective martial art and an excellent workout for consistent weight loss, but probably not for the…

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Reviews From The Misfits

Slate Passmore
Slate Passmore
★★★★★
I've started training with Brad the past year and a half after a hiatus (and other gyms) and will say the quality of instruction Brad gives is few and far between. Not only does he explain Jiu Jitsu in a simple way, he patiently breaks it down until you grasp what he is saying. He really cares about you learning Jiu jitsu correctly. I myself have made huge strides in my practice since working with him again, and learning to see techniques that others in the local area are not teaching. Furthermore, he always stays up to date with the current techniques in the competitive scene. Brad's passion for Jiu Jitsu bleeds through him, and I highly recommend him as an instructor.
Tony Vivirito
Tony Vivirito
★★★★★
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Great place to train. Brads a great instructor. Everyone is great to train with.
Vinnyviv
Vinnyviv
★★★★★
Great place to train. Great training partners. Solid inviting atmosphere. Definitely jiu jitsu before business here.
Steve Dau
Steve Dau
★★★★★
Best man on man action this side O' the Mason Dixon
Casey W
Casey W
★★★★★
I've trained with Brad for a few years and I can honestly say his approach to is different, it's not just a business. He cares about his students success and makes training fun. The whole team at Misfits is a great group to roll with.
Rafael Gomez
Rafael Gomez
★★★★★
Amazing place if you want to learn jiu jitsu and speak Spanish best place to learn definitely recommend it
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Tomorrow’s Halloween party is being catered by @puffshackbbq ! You all are in for a treat! Tomorrow at 6 pm!
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Tomorrow’s Halloween party is being catered by @puffshackbbq ! You all are in for a...

Don’t forget our Halloween party and open mat is tomorrow at 6 pm! Everyone’s welcome!!! Thanks @sa.pho8 for the pic haha
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Don’t forget our Halloween party and open mat is tomorrow at 6 pm! Everyone’s welcome!!!...

Congrats to Dave on his blue belt! He’s incredibly technical, safe and a great dude, lucky to have him.
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Congrats to Dave on his blue belt! He’s incredibly technical, safe and a great dude,...

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Don’t forget about our Halloween party! Oct 24th at 6 pm!

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Date fixed! Oct 26th at 930, costumes strongly encouraged!

No classes tomorrow 10-13-25! Back at it Tuesday!
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No classes tomorrow 10-13-25! Back at it Tuesday!

Our student Porter designed these sweet keychains for our students! Thanks brotha!!!
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Our student Porter designed these sweet keychains for our students! Thanks brotha!!!

Congrats to Alec on his blue belt! He’s been working hard and is extremely technical, safe and just a super good dude. Hes gonna be catching a lot of people for sure.
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Congrats to Alec on his blue belt! He’s been working hard and is extremely technical,...

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If you’re new to jiujitsu and an older athlete and/or have neck and back issues...

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50/50 safety

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Friday October 24th at 6 pm is our annual Halloween party! Come roll in a...

Link in the bio to sign up!!!
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Link in the bio to sign up!!!

Incredibly cool having Nate visit and having a lot of the original crew from when I started back together this week. Nate really laid the foundation for my style of jiujitsu I teach now when I first started, easily my biggest influence, and it shows today. Having him visit has meant a LOT to me. Thanks brotha.
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Incredibly cool having Nate visit and having a lot of the original crew from when...

This is one of @jakejoyo students in Zanzibar named Martin. @jakejoyo is a good friend of the gym and a great dude, he got to roll with Martin and said he showed some real talent and was first one on the mat last one off helping everyone as well. After Saturday class he was attacked by 3 men with machetes. Incredibly, he is still alive. On Sunday Jake went to visit him in the hospital, still covered in bloody clothes from the night before. But by TUESDAY he is there in class. Helping translate the language and the move we are doing to the rest of the students. This kid has an amazing future in his sport and in life. Jake has never seen someone so dedicated. If you can help us continue his journey (And with medical costs) any help we will be grateful. We have set up a gofundme to help him out as he heals. If you want a private lesson with me @misfitsjiujitsu this month 100% will go to Martin. Wish i was as tough as this young man. He is a great strength to the zanzibar community and proud to call him a teammate. Please help me share your message and donate if you can. Link in the bio. @mcdojolife @fivepointsjiujitsu @chojiujitsu @picapaujiujitsu @realwellnessacademy @serafinbjj @10thplanetchicago_ @jiujitsuidiots @jsmithmma @jiujitsuinsurance @10thplanetjj_lombard @phalanx_customs
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This is one of @jakejoyo students in Zanzibar named Martin. @jakejoyo is a good friend...

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Self defense ok. Serious tough guy fighters.

Don’t forget we have our women’s jiujitsu class on Sundays at 10 am!!!
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Don’t forget we have our women’s jiujitsu class on Sundays at 10 am!!!

Amazing gift from my friends @deardonutscafe !!! Thank you so much!!!
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Amazing gift from my friends @deardonutscafe !!! Thank you so much!!!

Starts Tuesday!!! $80 for the 6 week camp, message to get set up! All teams welcome!
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Starts Tuesday!!! $80 for the 6 week camp, message to get set up! All teams...

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JIUJITSU FOR WRESTLERS! Hey everyone, starting September 9th we’ll be starting a 6 week training camp introducing jiujitsu for wrestlers! This week meet every Tuesday for 6 weeks! Kids class will be shifted to Monday at 5 and the Monday 5 pm class is on hold during this time. Thanks for your understanding! Contact me if interested!!!
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JIUJITSU FOR WRESTLERS! Hey everyone, starting September 9th we’ll be starting a 6 week training...

Don’t miss this!
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Don’t miss this!

Hey everyone! We will be closed tomorrow for the holiday! Apologies for the late notice, thought I had a post up and didn’t! Our end of summer event is going now, see you all Tuesday if you miss tonight!
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Hey everyone! We will be closed tomorrow for the holiday! Apologies for the late notice,...

Don’t forget! Tomorrow at 6 pm we’re streaming CJI 2 at the mat, will also be an open mat and we’ll have @badguybagels catering! Come hang! Everyone is welcome!
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Don’t forget! Tomorrow at 6 pm we’re streaming CJI 2 at the mat, will also...

Was amazing having everyone come out to see @toxicavenger tonight! Thanks all it meant a lot having ya all come watch that ridiculous movie with me!
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Was amazing having everyone come out to see @toxicavenger tonight! Thanks all it meant a...

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What is the guard, basic intro for people new to jiujitsu.

There will be no open mat on Sunday as we will be having our end of summer party and streaming CJI 2 at 6 pm!!! Everyone is welcome come on out!!
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There will be no open mat on Sunday as we will be having our end...

Thanks for hanging with us @trey.watkins5 !!! Visitors are always welcome! Come train with your favorite people! It’s gonna be us!
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Thanks for hanging with us @trey.watkins5 !!! Visitors are always welcome! Come train with your...

We have free copies of @illinoisentertainermagazine here for students, keep up with local shows! Musics a huge part of the culture here, check out some live music!
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We have free copies of @illinoisentertainermagazine here for students, keep up with local shows! Musics...

It’s always tough seeing the college crew head back to school, we’ll see you all on the break!! We know you’re gonna crush it!
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It’s always tough seeing the college crew head back to school, we’ll see you all...

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Rolling! Come train with your favorite people!

Come on out!!
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Come on out!!

We have a LOT of fun here. Come train with your favorite people, jiujitsu should be fun!
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We have a LOT of fun here. Come train with your favorite people, jiujitsu should...

Congrats to Mike on his blue belt!!! Couldn’t have a better representative for the gym, he’s highly skilled safe and a great member of the community here, always helping people and being a good dude. Thanks man we’re lucky to have ya! Was also great having @juliabee529 visiting, she’s going to be competing at masters worlds! Good luck Julia, I couldn’t pick just one pic these are all incredible!
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Congrats to Mike on his blue belt!!! Couldn’t have a better representative for the gym,...

Don’t forget!!! Sunday August 31st at 6 pm is our end of the summer party and we’ll be streaming the CJI 2 finals! We’ll also have food provided by @badguybagels !!! Come on out! Visitors welcome!!!
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Don’t forget!!! Sunday August 31st at 6 pm is our end of the summer party...

Hey everyone!!! Sunday August 31st at 6 pm we’ll be showing the Craig Jones Invitational and having our end of summer party here at the gym! Come on out!!!
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Hey everyone!!! Sunday August 31st at 6 pm we’ll be showing the Craig Jones Invitational...

Great turnout today, 11 am classes Tuesdays and Thursdays! We have a shower here so can head straight back to work!
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Great turnout today, 11 am classes Tuesdays and Thursdays! We have a shower here so...

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Lurkatello! Thanks for coming out brah!
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Lurkatello! Thanks for coming out brah!

So cool seeing our logo up on the screen and being able to be a part of a great community event, thanks to Peter for setting this up!
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So cool seeing our logo up on the screen and being able to be a...

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Just hanging with master shredder no big deal ok

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Quick shoutout to Q’s kitchen, @soulrebelkitchen has been doing meal preps for us and they’re absolutely delicious, the food is simply incredible. I highly recommend checking it out, Quenby does a killer job!
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Quick shoutout to Q’s kitchen, @soulrebelkitchen has been doing meal preps for us and they’re...

Easily my favorite belt promotion I’ve ever done, congrats @filler51 you earned it. Photo by @danegphotos
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Easily my favorite belt promotion I’ve ever done, congrats @filler51 you earned it. Photo by...

Some highlights of the week so far!
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Some highlights of the week so far!

Little late but congrats to @braeconild on graduating basic! We miss ya brah!
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Little late but congrats to @braeconild on graduating basic! We miss ya brah!

Me and John Berg putting up the first decoration in the 5th Ave location!
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Me and John Berg putting up the first decoration in the 5th Ave location!

Was awesome having these guys visit last week! We love having visitors!
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Was awesome having these guys visit last week! We love having visitors!

Don’t forget tomorrow, @jakejoyo will be by to teach a donation based seminar! Jake, pictured here traveling back in time to befriend a young @buckbuiltcoach to tag team a professional hot dog eating competition, is a highly skilled blackbelt and will be teaching some great stuff, don’t miss out!
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Don’t forget tomorrow, @jakejoyo will be by to teach a donation based seminar! Jake, pictured...

MISSING! Hey guys Nigel lost an earring at the gym, it holds sentimental value, if you happen to see it please bring it to the front desk!
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MISSING! Hey guys Nigel lost an earring at the gym, it holds sentimental value, if...

Students don’t forget this Saturday at noon @jakejoyo will be here for a donation based seminar! Jake, pictured here with his well trained zombie squad doing community service cleaning up trash from the sides of the road, is a highly skilled blackbelt. Come learn some new tricks!
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Students don’t forget this Saturday at noon @jakejoyo will be here for a donation based...