Gladiator is a great place for my daughter to let out pent up energy from being in school all day…read more Not only that but she gets to learn how to defend herself all while getting to grow from socializing with kids she never knew. The instructors work well with them and take the time to teach them. All in all it's a great place.

My entire family has attended Gladiators Academy of Youngsville for about 3 months now. The…read moreinstructors, Eric Scallan and Heath Henry really separate this gym from others and are second to none. My Kids (6 & 12) LOVE the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes, as do I. My wife and and I attend Muay Thai together...We get a good workout and helps keep us in shape. It started as something for the kids and has grown into a an outstanding experience for our entire family. There are classes available for all skill sets. Would highly recommend giving this gym a try.

Very inviting and friendly instructors and community. They have options for every level and goal…read morewhether you prefer to learn self defense or train for competition. Daniel and JP know what they're talking about.

Great coaches, great gym, and a great group of guys/girls in the classes.read more

Gladiators Academy is one of the best martial arts training facilities in the nation! World class…read morecoaches, large clean facility and helpful friendly staff make this Academy a go to!!

I was a little never the first day of my trial Muay Thai class, but once I got there, the staff…read moremade me feel right at home. Everyone was down to earth and friendly. Both my girlfriend and myself loved the classes so much, we decided to enroll and continue going after the trial period was over.

From the owner: Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Personal Training, Fitness BootCamp & Fitness…read moreKickboxing.

Gracie Barra Lake Charles is a great place to learn Jiu-Jitsu. This gym is so welcoming for…read moreeveryone from first- timers to experienced students. My 15 y/o started first and this peaked my interest so I joined. Now, my 11 y/o wants to start. The instructors and the people that train here are so helpful in teaching and they want you to learn. This is a great attitude to have especially when working with people who are beginners. They actually take the time to make sure you understand the fundamentals. This creates trust and gives the school a "family" atmosphere. All of this starts with Professor Jaime Gomez. He is a great teacher that mixes knowledge, talent, passion, personality, compassion and humor into his instruction. I am so thankful I heard about this school. I look forward to going to train every chance I get!!!!

From the owner: Gracie Barra schools are well known worldwide for their commitment to teaching high-level Brazilian…read moreJiu-Jitsu. At our school, you will receive hands-on attention from our coaches, who will monitor your progress in a clean, safe, and family-friendly environment. Our professors and instructors are trained under the Gracie Barra Curriculum created by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and are also IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) certified. The instructors are also certified by the Gracie Barra Association and have years of experience in teaching, competing and studying the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

The self esteem of my son rose significantly while he studied at Gracie United. Rafael helped teach…read moremy son more than jui-jitsu. I am forever grateful to Rafael and his staff for everything they do for kids in his studio..

From the owner: Gracie United is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu-focused martial arts training facility serving the Hammond /…read morePonchatoula area. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant by using leverage and proper technique, most notably by applying joint-locks and chokes to defeat the opponent. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most effective self-defense martial art in the world and is great for kids, teens, and women. Our facility offers a large variety of programs. Though our main focus on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we also offer classes in mixed martial arts with instruction from UFC, Strikeforce, and Bellator veterans. Visit our website for more information!

The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. The facility itself is clean and safe. No mater your…read moreskill level, you will be welcomed here.

From the owner: At Champagne's Martial Arts Academy in Lafayette Louisiana, our karate kid programs are designed to…read moreinstill confidence and aid children in developing to their fullest potential. We seek to help build a solid foundation in life for as many children as possible, by assisting them in achieving a healthy mind and body through martial arts instruction. This well being will instill in them the self-confidence, focus and determination necessary to become strong and successful in every aspect of life. Our adult karate programs are designed to help one achieve self-confidence through physical conditioning and mastering the art of self-defense. We strive to train as many adults as possible to be physically fit and relieved of everyday stress and adapt in practical martial arts skill, which will assist them in becoming more confident and successful in every aspect of their lives.

Lafayette Strong is a great place to train and feel part of a community. Jon is friendly,…read moreexperienced, and genuinely cares about helping you reach your goals. His dog is always there to greet you and adds a fun, welcoming touch to the gym. If you're looking for a place that's supportive and down-to-earth, this is it.

I'm a college professor in my fifties and my daughter said she wanted to do muay Thai. My response?…read more"What's a muay Thai?" I really didn't feel like arguing with a 12-year old girl, so I called the gym and spoke with Jon. Just talking to him on the phone felt inviting, and he said all she needed was a t-shirt and a pair of shorts, so we dropped by. My daughter and my son met some kids in the kids muay Thai class and became pretty fast friends while I sat in the gym watching their lessons. After about a month of just sitting there I decided I should probably be doing something physical. At first I was terrified to join the adult class, but every one of those folks reached out to offer assistance, telling me how to stand, how to hold my hands, how to throw punches, etc., and pretty soon it became a comfortable, regular thing. The conditioning classes are responsible for dropping my heart rate by 20 points and my BP went from 130/95 or so to 120/70. While I haven't lost much weight, I get weekly BMIs done and have lost about 15 pounds of fat while gaining about 15 pounds of muscle. It's a lot of work and sweat, but I love the community and even encourage students in my college classes to give it a whirl. You can't go wrong at Lafayette Strong -- everyone in that community is dedicated to helping themselves and everyone else to get better physically and at life in general. It has been the best adult decision I think I ever made.