Torres Martial Arts Academy is a place for anyone who wants to get in shape, learn the subtleties of self-defense/combat sports, or develop lasting self-discipline. Because there are so many martial arts forms and practices, many martial art schools focus on one aspect of the learning process.
After training for several years with the late Carlson Gracie Sr, as well as other martial art schools in and around the Chicago land area, Torres has become one of the best pound for pound mixed martial artist in the world.
Whether a beginner or seasoned veteran, Torres Academy has specific programs to meet the needs of the student. Kids classes, women’s and men’s Brazilian jiu-jitsu, cardio-kickboxing, self-defense courses, competitive submission grappling, and full-contact training are offered.