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BJJ Gyms in Louisiana
79 BJJ gyms across 36 cities in Louisiana — including 40 with a free trial, 38 beginner-friendly, and 70 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.
BJJ — the gentle art — has spread from Rio to every corner of America, and Louisiana now has academies for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the competition team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome — just leave your ego at the door.
Cities in Louisiana
- Baton Rouge
- Lafayette
- Hammond
- Metairie
- Shreveport
- Slidell
- Alexandria
- Bossier City
- Denham Springs
- Houma
- Lake Charles
- Mandeville
- Covington
- Gonzales
- Monroe
- New Orleans
- Stonewall
- Thibodaux
- West Monroe
- Zachary
- Bogalusa
- Breaux Bridge
- Broussard
- Chalmette
- Gretna
- Harvey
- Minden
- Natchitoches
- Opelousas
- Pineville
- Scott
- St Francisville
- Sulphur
- Ville Platte
- Walker
- Youngsville
Featured BJJ gyms in Louisiana
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Louisiana ranking →
JM Modern Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 251 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gracie Barra Lake Charles
5 ★★★★★ 196 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gladiators Academy of Lafayette
4.9 ★★★★★ 195 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Bayou Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 112 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Zachary Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 112 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
NOLA BJJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 99 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Louisiana
- Best BJJ gyms in Louisiana — the state-wide ranking
- BJJ for beginners — 38 beginner-friendly gyms in Louisiana, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen BJJ — 70 gyms in Louisiana with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 40 gyms in Louisiana offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's BJJ — 17 gyms in Louisiana with women's classes
- Browse BJJ class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, no-gi, open mat, competition team and more
BJJ programs in Louisiana
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Louisiana
Most BJJ gyms are multi-art. Here's what else Louisiana gyms teach under the same roof.
BJJ in Louisiana: common questions
- How many BJJ gyms are in Louisiana?
- Our directory lists 79 BJJ gyms across 36 cities in Louisiana. The cities with the most are Baton Rouge (8), Lafayette (5), Hammond (4).
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Louisiana?
- Among Louisiana gyms that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $25–$175 (median around $30). Prices vary by academy and how often you train, and many gyms don't post online — so check the gym's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
- Are free trial classes available in Louisiana?
- Yes — 40 gyms in Louisiana advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
- Can beginners and kids train BJJ in Louisiana?
- Absolutely — BJJ welcomes all levels. 38 Louisiana gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 70 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym makes you roll before you're ready.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start BJJ?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Rolling (live sparring) builds up gradually and a good gym never throws beginners into it; tapping early and often keeps every roll safe. Drilling-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace, and you can leave your ego at the door.