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Lake Area Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

4.6 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lake Charles, Louisiana

BJJ gym Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
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  • Phone (337) 214-2222

Hours

Monday 5:30–8 PM
Tuesday 4:30–8 PM
Wednesday 5:30–8 PM
Thursday 4:30–8 PM
Friday 5:30–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Lake Area Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 4 mentions

“They work really good with my child and it's a very relaxed place to be”

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🔓 Open Mat

“I like how they have open mats after class.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I would recommend this place to learn BJJ to anyone looking for self defense, get in shape, or just a positive place to surround yourself in.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 3 mentions

“Top notch school with excellent instruction and friendly laid back atmosphere.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My daughter's self confidence has soared.”

From the reviews

The environment is friendly. I like how they have open mats after class. There’s always someone there willing to drill and learn a technique or move you’ve been wanting to learn. There is a wide range of people, from white to black belts. Would train here again when I come back to visit!

★★★★★ — Marie, Jun 2018

Great place to train. Most experienced mat in the area. Sincerely nice and passionate instructors. I would recommend this place to learn BJJ to anyone looking for self defense, get in shape, or just a positive place to surround yourself in.

★★★★★ — Pech_River, Feb 2018

Daniel and the instructors are amazing. They really care about the kids. My daughter's self confidence has soared. I can't say enough good things. It's fantastic!!

★★★★★ — Angela, May 2018

Outstanding coaches! They take the time to make your feel welcome and comfortable with the movements. Great group of people to learn and workout with.

★★★★★ — Jason, Jun 2022

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Your first BJJ class at Lake Area Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Lake Area Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

1814 E Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA70601

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