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Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | Baton Rouge
5 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Baton Rouge, 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule batonrougejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 225-439-5858
Hours
| Monday | 5:15–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 6–8:30 pm |
The classes they run
“There are multiple coaches at each class that observe and are willing to help assist kids as they learn and practice the skills for the week.”
“I never imagined that I would one day join my children in taking jiu jitsu classes, but the addition of a women's class provided a great opportunity for me.”
“They have encouraged her during every class, spending quality time one on one teaching her basic skills she needs.”
“Not only does he learn self defense; exercise, discipline, manners and friends came as a package deal.”
“The staff has always been patient, kind, and 100% supportive of her as a beginner to jiu jitsu.”
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What members say
“The Professors and coaches are very knowledgeable and provide excellent instruction.”
“The staff has always been patient, kind, and 100% supportive of her as a beginner to jiu jitsu.”
“The staff has always been patient, kind, and 100% supportive of her as a beginner to jiu jitsu.”
“I have been utterly impressed with the coaches, their techniques and their encouragement.”
“Jiu jitsu has been such an amazing experience for my kids. The discipline, teamwork, respect, and strong values they’ve gained at Gracie United go far beyond the mat.”
“I cannot say enough kind words and give praise to such a great martial arts program like Gracie United-South BR.”
From the reviews
This is not just a martial art, self defense or hobby. It is a life time gift for my daughter. As a parent, I want my child to be safe and thrive. Gracie South is a place where my daughter can learn skills to achieve both.
Gracie United BR is an exceptionally welcoming gym that provides incredibly disciplined approach to helping adults and kids grow in confidence and skill level with an emphasis on character-building.
I cannot say enough kind words and give praise to such a great martial arts program like Gracie United-South BR. The environment is set up for success regardless of age or skill coming in.
The coaches at this gym are very knowledgeable in their skill and all-around great! I appreciate how they work with the students in both groups as well as on an individual level. Since my son started attending; jujitsu nights are a highlight of the week.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | Baton Rouge
Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | Baton Rouge 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 United Jiu-Jitsu | Baton Rouge
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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