Bender Martial Arts and Fitness

Bender Martial Arts and Fitness is a Chicago training school that combines martial arts instruction with fitness-focused conditioning. Its program spans Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, kickboxing, Krav Maga, boxing, karate, judo, wrestling, and grappling, with an emphasis on practical skill development, self-defense, combat sport fundamentals, and functional performance. The school also offers bootcamp training, small-group sessions, and personal training to support broader fitness goals. Instruction is shaped by cross-training and disciplined teaching, including Coach Jason’s background in karate and Western boxing, reflecting a hybrid approach that connects striking, movement, takedowns, control, and conditioning.