Mid City MMA

Mid City MMA in New Orleans is led by a team of experienced black belt instructors, including Head Coach Shawn Gayton and MMA Coach Thanh Le. The academy’s approach is rooted in the belief that effective martial arts training should benefit everyone, from brand-new students to athletes preparing for competition. This philosophy is reflected in the structure of the classes, with fundamentals, advanced concepts, and live training all built into the weekly schedule. Both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are core parts of the curriculum, offering students a chance to develop grip-based technique in the gi as well as the transitional speed of no-gi submission grappling. Adult classes include foundational jiu jitsu, mixed-level no-gi, competition-focused training for more advanced grapplers, and open mat sessions for additional rounds and positional work. The academy also runs MMA and striking classes for students interested in broader skill sets, along with wrestling and law enforcement grappling sessions that reinforce takedowns and control. Kids’ Jiu Jitsu (ages 5–13) is a dedicated part of the program, taught separately from the adult classes and designed to help younger students build confidence, coordination, and a technical base. Saturday mornings also feature foundational classes and live grappling rounds, giving members a chance to focus on basics or push their conditioning. Drop-ins are welcome, making Mid City MMA accessible to travelers, cross-trainers, and local grapplers from across the New Orleans area.

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