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Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | South Baton Rouge
5 ★★★★★ 34 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- 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 (225) 439-5858
Hours
| Monday | 11:15 AM–1 PM, 5:15–8:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:45–9:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:15 AM–1 PM, 5:15–8:45 PM |
| Thursday | 5:15 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:45 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As the master martial artists of the studio, I really appreciate how hands-on they are with the students from the little kiddos all the way up to the big kids.”
“My teenager has built great relationships with coaches and considers the coaches as her trusted mentors.”
“It’s great for learning self defense, discipline, and building confidence.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner like I was, or a seasoned practitioner, everyone helps each other out.”
Other martial arts here
“And if you and/or your child is in to mixed martial arts training, Coach Devin can show you how it’s done here as well.”
“They’re brimming with confidence and love getting to wrestle with other kids.”
What members say
“I was already a blue belt when transferring here, and was really anxious starting at a new gym - but the professor and coaches have been great at making me feel welcome.”
“We are thankful for the wonderful trainers like Coach Ellis and the owners Coach Steve and Coach Piper, we truly feel grateful for this community they have built for our family.”
“The teachers truly care for the students and provide an amazing workout each class.”
“Watching my son thrive over the past three years has been a joy, and I credit all involved with Gracie United for providing such a positive experience.”
“Watching my son thrive over the past three years has been a joy, and I credit all involved with Gracie United for providing such a positive experience.”
“I was also impressed by how clean and well-maintained the facility is.”
From the reviews
I have a 5 yr old on the spectrum fire ball of a son. The 1st 2 weeks I was ready to give up on it. My son wasn't listening to any directives, authority nor falling in line with the structure. He would just run around while other children would be following directives and I would just cry, i was mortified.
I’ve had the pleasure of training at Gracie United in Baton Rouge, and I can honestly say it's one of the best decisions I've made. When I was looking for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym, I wanted a place that wasn't just about intense training, but also had a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
Dropped into the Highland road gym while I was attending a conference in Baton Rouge. It was easy to find. Super clean gym with super soft mats. I jumped into the evening class on a Monday. Not too crowded, and a good mix of upper belts and lower belts. The class was fun and technical. We learned two or three finishes.
This gym just opened up at the beginning of April, but the owner is committed to providing a professional and safe environment to train in. I was already a blue belt when transferring here, and was really anxious starting at a new gym - but the professor and coaches have been great at making me feel welcome.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | South Baton Rouge
Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu | South 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 | South 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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