Project Achilles offers self defense training in Chicago, focused on real-life situations and practical skills. Learn how to recognize danger, de-escalate threats, and protect yourself using techniques drawn from martial arts, tactical training, and military experience and tactics.
Classes are accessible to all levels, combining striking, grappling, and defense against weapons and common attacks. Train in a supportive environment that builds confidence, awareness, and readiness to react effectively under pressure.
Project Achilles Self Defense program focuses on developing real-world awareness, decision-making, and tactical skills under pressure. You’ll learn how to identify danger early, de-escalate threats, and react effectively if violence becomes unavoidable. Training integrates principles from martial arts and military tactics for realistic, scenario-based preparation.
Learn real fighting skills rooted in Boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ for real-life scenarios — not sport rules
Develop awareness, decision-making, and response under pressure—drawing from elite military
Combine striking, grappling, and defense against weapons to handle threats at any range.
Join a motivated team that builds confidence, resilience, and the mindset to stay calm and in control.
See how our students made fast progress and improved their MMA skills through the Project Achilles system.
No prior experience required. Class are beginner-friendly.
You can try one session for free, or get a full week of unlimited training for $35.
