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PE Training Center
“This is a great fitness place and a great atmosphere for kids as well.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Lake Charles, LA
3 of these gyms are based in Lake Charles; the others serve Lake Charles from towns including Nederland, TX (50 mi), Moss Bluff (7 mi) and Sulphur (9 mi).
8 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
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Gracie Barra Lake Charles
“I have been going here for a little over a year and I absolutely love it.”
Lake Area Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“If you want to know how to defend yourself this is the place!!!!”
Olympic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Everyone is super friendly and hype each other up I recommend for newbies and experienced bjj wrestlers”
Gracie Barra Moss Bluff
“A great place to meet good people, grow yourself, and learn to have more confidence in yourself.”
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Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City
“A short summary would be I've learned patience (with myself and others), courage, perseverance, and I've learned how to communicate.”
The 10 gyms listed for Lake Charles, LA teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Lake Charles, LA
The 10 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 429 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. 8 are open on Saturdays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. We have a website on file for 9 of the gyms on this page; 3 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Why are some gyms here outside Lake Charles?
3 of the 10 gyms sit inside Lake Charles. The rest come from other towns inside 60 mi, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
Armentor's United Martial Arts
“The first weeks of school have gone smoothly and we know that it's a direct result of the teachers and helpers at Armentor's.”
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Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Beaumont
“My son is very shy and what really meant a lot to me as a parent is to see how Jack made sure my son participated and was not left out.”
Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Mid-County
“Their belt testing process is incredibly organized and is a joint testing amount Tiger Rock Hamshire and Tiger Rock Bridge City.”
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Golden Triangle Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Professor Patrick ,and the familey of Atos Nederland , welcomed me back to the mats in true jiu jitsu fashion.”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Lake Charles
- “Good way to grow in discipline, toughness, competitiveness, confidence, teamwork, and more.” — from a review of Gracie Barra Lake Charles
- “They provide fitness, self-defense, and self-discipline skills in a friendly, family-oriented environment.” — from a review of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Mid-County
- “Our son has improved his focus and discipline 10 fold since enrolling in this academy.” — from a review of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City
- “Master Matthews and his staff are amazing. They are a positive influence on my son while encouraging proper self-discipline.” — from a review of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Mid-County
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