Gracie Barra Libertyville was founded in August of 2018 under Professor Jamil Salim Fakhoury. Professor Fakhoury earned his Black Belt under Professor Carlos Lemos Jr. (Escorrega), and was awarded his black belt by Master Carlos Gracie Junior himself.

Gracie Barra Libertyville will offer World Class level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction to the area for individuals, families, Police, Fire, Military, as well as all levels of athletes. Our program also offers a great environment for anyone looking for fitness, character development, self defense, martial arts, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in Libertyville, Grayslake, Mundeline, Lincolnshre, Vernon Hills, Gurnee, and all of the North shore!

We are sure you will find at our school an exciting and challenging place that will allow you to achieve your goals. We have the commitment to form “Champions of life” preparing our students to face any challenge that life might present to them, both on or off the mats.