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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Youngsville
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Youngsville, Louisiana
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Website & schedule gracieyoungsville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (337) 573-7200
The classes they run
“By far the most inspirational and motivating sport I’ve involved my children in.”
“They tailor the lessons to each age group from the younger 3 yr olds to the older teens.”
“The women’s self defense class is new and already such an empowering curriculum!”
What members say
“Coach Cortney does an amazing job keeping a comfortable and safe atmosphere for all age groups- even for adults.”
“My whole family attends Gracie classes and we are so glad to have found this hobby with such a committed mentor.”
“Coach Cortney was an amazing teacher and was able to clarify any questions I had with any techniques.”
“My whole family attends Gracie classes and we are so glad to have found this hobby with such a committed mentor.”
“John and Cortney provide a safe and super clean environment where there’s something for everyone regardless of what your goals or skill level are.”
“Affordable for what your child will take away from a lifetime of jiu jitsu!”
From the reviews
By far the most inspirational and motivating sport I’ve involved my children in. I have a 4 year old and 7 year old enrolled. I believe every child should be enrolled in BULLYPROOF - tell them Tyler Melancon sent you. It truly teaches children CONFIDENCE, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, MATURITY, LEADERSHIP, MANNERS, etc...
Our four kids have been with Coach Cortney since 2019. We have travelled through and in Tiny champs, Little Champs, Jr Grapplers and Kids Black Belt Club. From the minute we stepped in the door, the attitude and passion of Coach and his family is obvious.
My whole family attends Gracie classes and we are so glad to have found this hobby with such a committed mentor. The women’s self defense class is new and already such an empowering curriculum! Coach Cortney does an amazing job keeping a comfortable and safe atmosphere for all age groups- even for adults.
I have been training with John and Cortney for 4 years. Great instruction in a spectacularly clean and safe environment. Strong focus on fundamentals with great detail. Kids program is wonderful with a large student base.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Youngsville
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Youngsville comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Youngsville
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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