JM Modern Jiu Jitsu is a World Class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy based in Baton Rouge | St. George, LA. We specialize in adult BJJ. Which is the ultimate in stress relief and social outlet. We train hard but we also like to have fun. Jiu Jitsu is not easy, it's actually one of the hardest sports ever.
Because of that, we like to keep the mood light and fun. Over the last 2 decades we have cultivated a the largest stable of BJJ blackbelts found in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Many holding certifications with the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation and all with legitimate and traceable lineages.
Because of that, we like to keep the mood light and fun. Over the last 2 decades we have cultivated a the largest stable of BJJ blackbelts found in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Many holding certifications with the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation and all with legitimate and traceable lineages.
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BJJ is defined as Jiu Jitsu while wearing a gi uniform, NoGi is the same class without the classic BJJ uniform. The injury rate IN BJJ is extremely low, especially compared to Basketball, Track, Football, or other traditional sports. We want you to go at your speed, which is why we have more fundamental classes than any other.
JM Modern Jiu Jitsu Provides the top Kids Jiu-Jitsu in Baton Rouge and surrounding area. Our program provides a structured, safe and supportive learning environment for children. We start enrollment of the Kids as young as 3 years old. Classes vary in design and length dependent on age and/or experience level.
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Marcus F.
Dec 24, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism
Came from out of state looking for quality training in Baton Rouge while visiting and this place is exactly where I wanted to be. Knowledgeable coaching and friendly training partners make it easy to pop in a class, whether it was my first day or 1000th. Absolutely recommended for anyone interested
Came from out of state looking for quality training in Baton Rouge while visiting and this place is exactly where I wanted to be. Knowledgeable coaching and friendly training partners make it easy to pop in a class, whether it was my first day or 1000th. Absolutely recommended for anyone interested
Tiffany Statham
Jul 15, 2021
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Kandace Lee Landreneau
Jul 02, 2021
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Travel a lot for work and cross train whenever and wherever I can. It’s so hard for me to find a gym that is comparable to my home gym. I might be biased, but I’ve been to a lot of BJJ gyms and I just can’t find the quality I get at my home gym… until I went to JM Modern! These people are the real deal! The instruction is tops, the atmosphere is… professional and relaxing, and most importantly they are some of the most welcoming people you’ll ever meet! It’s so nice to be comfortable at a gym that’s not your own and who allows me to cross train
Joan Cook
Jun 10, 2021
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I started coming here a few months ago. I wasn’t sure what to expect. I don’t usually like group “exercise” or activities with people I didn’t know…but i really wanted to get in better shape while learning how to protect myself. My boyfriend kept urging me, but I wasn’t sure since I have a hard time being around others I do not know. Over the… years I had tried the UFC gym and kickboxing with a local guy. However, I never felt truly comfortable with the people that attended those places and so I ended up quitting. This has not been the case at JM
Matthew Holsten
Jun 04, 2021
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JM Modern has been my home away from home since March of 2018. From the time I began training there, every person in that gym has been friendly, welcoming, and committed to helping everyone around them achieve whatever goals they have. The quality of instruction is absolutely unparalleled, and has as evidence the multiple World Champions that train here.
Professor Josh Mancuso is absolutely driven to provide the highest level of quality to his students. He is constantly improving the gym and our BJJ community in ways that we don’t even know we need. Our head instructor, Professor Erick Raposo
Professor Josh Mancuso is absolutely driven to provide the highest level of quality to his students. He is constantly improving the gym and our BJJ community in ways that we don’t even know we need. Our head instructor, Professor Erick Raposo
Paije Kegley Lopez
May 17, 2021
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John Denam Jack
May 16, 2021
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Classes are great. The members and staff are outstanding. Unfortunately, the owner is very rude and lacks competency. I asked to negotiate his membership price, but he was insulted by the notion that paying 150$/month was above somebody’s means. If the prices were fair, maybe Josh wouldn’t have to hide it online and avoid telling people the fees… over the phone. I tried to work the price down a bit by offering to help clean after practices and bring in lots of new members, but everything was an insult to this guy. I was nothing but cordial and respectful when I talked to him
Jarrett Reyes
May 16, 2021
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My wife and I travel for work, and are temporary residents at each location. We stay up to 6 months, but could leave as early as 8 weeks.
I'm always on the hunt for the best quality Jiu Jitsu gyms but more specifically, the ones I will learn the most from.
My research starts with asking my current Professor or coaches which gym they'd prefer going to, ( most of the time they follow the lineage and aim from there). Then, I ask the BJJ community which gyms they've been too or frequently go to in the area, and I find out who the instructors and google/ YouTube to see their accomplishments, matches
I'm always on the hunt for the best quality Jiu Jitsu gyms but more specifically, the ones I will learn the most from.
My research starts with asking my current Professor or coaches which gym they'd prefer going to, ( most of the time they follow the lineage and aim from there). Then, I ask the BJJ community which gyms they've been too or frequently go to in the area, and I find out who the instructors and google/ YouTube to see their accomplishments, matches
Leandro Vieira
Jan 24, 2021
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I knew JM Modern Jiu-Jitsu had a solid program duo the multiple champions and the respect build on the BJJ community. But was during my visit to the gym, that I spend an whole week teaching that I saw closely why JM Modern Jiu-Jitsu is a very successful school.
From day one it seemed like I had been in there gym before. Weird because it was my first time at Baton Rouge.
The environment as great... students and employees made me feel like I never left my school in California.
One week teaching: kids program, begging and advanced classes and privates. I was on a busy week schedule but it flew
From day one it seemed like I had been in there gym before. Weird because it was my first time at Baton Rouge.
The environment as great... students and employees made me feel like I never left my school in California.
One week teaching: kids program, begging and advanced classes and privates. I was on a busy week schedule but it flew
Brady Meaux
Jan 13, 2021
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For 3 years my next door neighbor tried to get me to come train here with him. I finally caved in May, and all I can say is I wish I would have come sooner. Top-notch facilities, world-class coaches. There is competition-level training for those who really want to get after it, fundamental classes for beginners, and everything in between (including some wrestling, sambo, and judo classes). There is also a time slot for every schedule from 6am to evening classes (I usually hit the lunch classes). I've only been training for a few months, but I can already tell Josh has worked hard to create a welcoming
Kyle Ambeau
Dec 26, 2020
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There is north of 10 black bills that train at this facility. It has two mats and seven days a week schedule. The instructors there in each class are multiple IBJJF competition champions and even world champions. I’ve been to several academies and schools and gyms throughout the south east and none can’t even compare to what JM modern has to offer.
Evan McDermitt
Nov 18, 2020
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JM Modern is a great gym. The mats are always clean, the instructors are excellent at what they do, and there are plenty of opportunities to gear your training in whatever direction you want. If you want to have a relaxed training session, they have classes geared towards that. If you want to have a hard training session, advanced classes and competition training will provide you that. Awesome gym all around
Kyle Karanja
Sep 26, 2020
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I’ve been an EXTREMELY casual student since joining JM Modern Jiu Jitsu two years ago. Never once has anyone tried to push me in a direction that I didn’t want to go, but I was encouraged to believe in myself a little more. Competitors and casuals alike can be found on the mat at any given time and there’s no issue. I’d recommend this gym to anyone of any level and challenge you to find better instruction than you’d get here.
Ryan McGuigan
May 21, 2020
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George Munoz
Dec 03, 2019
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JM Modern is a great school! From day 1 they make you feel welcome! They have an amazing team of professors with different teaching styles that take the time to teach you properly and are patient. The owner is very committed to providing the best for his students and is always looking to make improvements to the gym. He is always trying to find ways to motivate everyone, not only to be better at BJJ but to want to better yourself all around. They are well organized and have an amazing environment with great people! Whether you are looking for a new gym, to lose weight or begin to learn self defense
