Team Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy

102 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

map102 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

About

Team Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Junior Jiu-Jitsu, Kids NoGi, Gi – Little Frogs, Gi – Kids All Ages, Gi – Kids Advanced, and NoGi – Kids Advanced. The program also provides access to Jiu-Jitsu on demand and a Technique Library featuring content from multiple high-level instructors covering Jiu-Jitsu and more.

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Saturday, including morning, midday, and afternoon/evening classes, with a 2-Week Trial option
• Price: 2-Week Trial — $45

Team Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy was founded in 1997 and is the Team Curran Academy Headquarters. The academy is led by Head Instructor and Co-Owner Jeff Curran, with Co-Owner and Instructor Chuck Pilcher, and Instructors Justin Seeberger, John Hudson, and AJ Serrato. Professor Jeff Curran is a 5th Degree Black Belt under Master Pedro Sauer, has over 35 years of competitive martial arts experience, and is a former professional MMA fighter and Jiu-Jitsu competitor. John Hudson and AJ Serrato are Black Belts under Professor Jeff Curran, and Justin Seeberger is an undefeated amateur MMA competitor with a 5–0 record.

Team Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy is a proud member of the Pedro Sauer Association and is part of a globally recognized team with programs recognized locally and around the world. The academy states the mission, “We believe in Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for continuous growth that transcends the mat and improves every area of your life.” The program is grounded in ethical and moral development alongside technical mastery and follows the principle “Leverage over Strength. Timing over Speed.” The academy emphasizes Passion · Persistence · Perfection, offers a balance of Gi and No-Gi training, and includes Anti-Bullying Skills, Character Development, and a Safe Environment as stated features. Live training is open to students after each mixed level or advanced class, and Little Frogs is identified as a beginners group for children under 8 years of age. The academy also offers Jiu-Jitsu on demand with Jeff Curran and Adam Miller, which can be accessed on any device.

Last updated June 27, 2026.

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