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Project Achilles offers MMA training in Chicago designed to combine striking, grappling, and conditioning into one complete program.

Classes are beginner-friendly but challenge advanced athletes, focusing on practical techniques for competition, fitness, and real-life self-defense. 

Train in a supportive team environment and develop strength, confidence, and combat skills.

Discover the fundamentals of MMA

Project Achilles MMA system focuses on mastering the fundamentals with an emphasis on grappling dominance. You’ll learn how to transition seamlessly from one skill to another.

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Why train in MMA
with Project Achilles ?

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Master the Fundamentals

Build a strong foundation in striking, grappling, and transitions.

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Holistic

Develop strength, conditioning, and combat skills in one program.
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Real-Life Skills

Train techniques that work for competition, and self-defense.
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A Lot of Fun

Join a motivating community where progress and enjoyment go hand in hand.

They quickly improved their MMA techniques

See how our students made fast progress and improved their MMA skills through the Project Achilles system.

Project Achilles is hands down one of the best boxing/MMA gyms in Chicago. From the moment you walk in, you feel the energy and dedication of the coaches and the community. The trainers are highly skilled, passionate, and genuinely invested in helping you improve. The weapons training class is also phenomenal!

Kate M.

I’ve been training at Project Achilles for about a month, and I can’t recommend it enough. Whether you’re a total beginner or an experienced fighter, this gym has something for everyone. The energy, the community, and the quality of instruction are all top-notch.

If you’re looking for a serious gym with world-class coaching and a real sense of community, Project Achilles is the place to be.
 
Joseph E.

Me and my friend had such a good experience at Project Achilles. Great place, great community, everyone was so nice and helpful!! Definitely worth the try, great place to meet new people and become more confident in your own body!

Cristina C.

I have been coming for about 2 months now my first class walking in I thought would be intimidating but Armand made me feel super welcomed as well as the classmates around me. Everyone is their to get better. I have made a lot of progress and made a bond with everyone at class.

Trent V.
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Train hard,
have fun in the ring

An experienced team to build a solid foundation

Our instructors bring real fighting experience and martial arts expertise to help every student build a solid foundation. With clear guidance, you’ll gain skills, confidence, and lasting progress.
Armand Carbonnel Project Achilles

Armand Carbonnel

Founder,
Head Coach of MMA
Adrien De Fontenay Project Achilles

Adrien De Fontenay

Head Coach Of
Muay Thaï
Joe Malgioglio Project Achilles

Joe Malgioglio

Headcoach of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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with MMA !

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Frequently
Asked
Questions

Is it possible to start without any experience ?

No prior experience required. Class are beginner-friendly.

No gear is needed for your trial, except a Gi for BJJ. Afterward, we recommend getting gloves, shin pads, a Gi, and a mouthguard.

The minimum age to join training at Project Achilles is 10 years old.

You can try one session for free, or get a full week of unlimited training for $35.

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