"Bayou Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense" in Baton Rouge, LA, and Central, LA, is owned and operated by Profe We also have 3 Judo Black Belts!!!! Jiu Jitsu Para Vida!
Bayou Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense has a mission, to provide each individual with the instruction, guidance, and support needed to allow that person to achieve their goals. At Bayou Jiu Jitsu & Self-Defense we have 5 Jiu Jitsu Black Belts. All are proficient and give exceptional expert instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Self-Defense, Judo, Wrestling, and Bully Prevention. Professor Kevin Bellard is c
08/27/2026
Consistency > Motivation. 💯🥋
Some days you feel 100%, and some days you just have to tie your belt and show up anyway. The mat is where you leave the workday stress behind and sharpen your mind.
To our team: What’s one technique you’re focusing on perfecting this week? Drop it below! 👇
To anyone thinking about starting: Your future self will thank you for making time today.
See you on the mats tonight!
08/19/2026
Congratulations to our Student of the Week in Baton Rouge. Shane is 10 years old and his favorite submission is the Americana. Keep up the good work! 🙌🥋👍
08/14/2026
Congratulations to our Student of the Week in Baton Rouge. Calvin is 7 years old and his favorite part of class is Fight Time. Keep up the good work! 🙌🥋👍
08/13/2026
Jiu-Jitsu isn't about brute force; it’s about leverage, timing, and microscopic details. 🧠📐
Whether you're executing a simple escape or a complex sweep, an inch of adjustment can make all the difference between success and reset. That’s why we focus heavily on the why behind every technique we teach.
Come sharpen your mind and your movement on the mats in Baton Rouge this week. 🥋
📍 Message us to set up your free trial class!
08/11/2026
Huge shoutout to our competitors who stepped out on the competition mats recently!
Win or learn, putting your skills to the test takes serious courage, dedication, and hours of preparation. We’re proud of the way each of you represented the Bayou Jiu Jitsu family.
Every tournament sharpens the whole team. Drop some fire 🔥 or congratulations in the comments for our competitors!
08/05/2026
Congratulations to our Student of the Week in Baton Rouge. Bastian is 11 years old and his favorite submission is the Head and Arm Triangle. Keep up the good work! 🙌🤜💪
New school year = new routines! 🎒🥋
As schedules fill back up this August, give your child an activity that builds real-world confidence, discipline, and focus off the screens. Our youth programs at Bayou Jiu Jitsu teach self-defense, respect, and perseverance in a safe, fun environment.
Set your kids up for a strong year both inside and outside the classroom.
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📩 DM us or click the link in bio to book a free trial class!
08/04/2026
I really regret going to training today." — Said no one, ever. 🤫🥋
Progress isn't made in giant leaps; it’s made in the quiet, consistent choices to show up on the days you'd rather stay on the couch. Every single round on the mats makes you 1% better than you were yesterday.
No excuses. Let's finish the week strong, Bayou family! See you on the mats tonight.
07/31/2026
Congratulations to our student of the Week in Baton Rouge. Elise is 11 years old and her favorite part of class is Fight Time. Keep up the good work!
Building confidence, discipline, and focus—one class at a time. 🏆👦👧
Our youth classes at Bayou Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense are designed to teach children valuable self-defense skills while building character that lasts a lifetime. They’ll learn how to overcome challenges, work as a team, and have a blast while doing it! 🎉🥋
Parents, consistency is key! Make sure your champions are packed up and ready for class this week.
Looking to get your child involved? The new school year is the perfect time to start. Drop us a DM or visit the link in our bio for class schedules! 🐊
| Monday | 4:30am - 1pm |
| 5pm - 8:30pm | |
| Tuesday | 4:30am - 5:30am |
| 5pm - 8:30pm | |
| Wednesday | 4:30am - 1pm |
| 5pm - 8:30pm | |
| Thursday | 4:30am - 5:30am |
| 5pm - 8:30pm | |
| Friday | 12pm - 2pm |
| 5pm - 8:30pm | |
| Sunday | 12pm - 2pm |