Deo Gloria Jiu Jitsu Paris

Deo Gloria Jiu Jitsu Paris is led by Professor Casey Bywater, a Gracie Barra black belt with a background in professional MMA, boxing, and kickboxing. Casey began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the late 1990s and transitioned from no-gi competition to gi-focused instruction after retiring from professional fighting. The academy operates as part of a team with four locations serving southeastern Oklahoma and Paris, Texas, sharing a curriculum affiliated with Professor Rafael Lovato Jr. that emphasizes timeless Jiu-Jitsu principles. The school offers structured classes for children starting at age four, divided into age-specific groups to accommodate developmental needs. Some sessions combine multiple age groups for family convenience, and the kids’ program is supported by Coach Josh Bywater, a purple belt known for his work with younger students. The adult program includes teens and is designed to progress practitioners through fundamentals to more advanced techniques within the gi. Classes run multiple days per week, and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Alongside technical instruction, Deo Gloria Jiu Jitsu prioritizes discipline, self-defense, and personal growth, reflecting Casey’s experience teaching since 1998 and her belief in martial arts as a tool for balance in life. Coaches Kris Dickinson and Austin Harvanek bring additional perspectives from their backgrounds in Jiu-Jitsu, Sambo, wrestling, and striking arts, enriching the training environment with varied martial arts influences.

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