EVOLUTION TRAINING - Houma, Louisiana

Rowan E.

This gym is fantastic! I love the safe, supportive, and welcoming training environment here! Every instructor is friendly, patient, and attentive as can be, and they teach with a focus on both the self-defense potential of jiu-jitsu and the competitive / technical aspects. At other schools, there is not nearly as much practical combative training, as it often gets less emphasis than points and submissions. Here, you get both — you can train to compete while still developing the skills and mindset needed for effective, real-life self-defense. This, and the small doses of flow training we practice regularly, make me feel like I’m getting training that is truly sinking in, which is important to me.

I am so thankful for the well-rounded, badass martial arts education I get at Evolution Training!!

Lacy R.

Evolution Training Martial Arts is the BEST gym for so many reasons!

I'll start by addressing the kid's class. Each and every instructor coaches the children in not only jiu-jitsu, but also in life skills. They teach emotion control, respect, team work, strategies, and martial arts moves, of course. The children are kept engaged.

The adult's classes are incredibly inclusive. The instructors are patient, respectful, and skilled. My first class was taught by Heath, I was nervous but he made sure I was grasping the concepts and even demonstrated multiple times. Evolution's instructor James even helped me one-on-one during the class to make sure I was comfortable and able to spend time practicing the basics.

I can't fail to mention the staff. The gym's owner/intructor, Ernest or "Waffle" is awesome. Their manager, Shanna, works so hard to make sure things run smoothly. All of the instructors, such as Mike, Heath, Dustin, James, BB, and more are the best at what they do. The entire team is knowledgeable and skilled.

I would definitely recommend this gym!

Erin R.

We are so glad we found this gym for our daughter!! We were looking for a sport or activity where she could gain self confidence, and get healthy exercise. This gym has way exceeded our expectations. Everyone is so encouraging and lifts all the students up. She struggles with academics and we needed something that would be a win for her. This was just what she needed! Dr. Waffle and his whole team are THE BEST.

trevor H.

I joined this gym when I first moved to Louisiana , I joined the Cross fit and the kick boxing class combo and I got a great workout each time I stepped foot inside the gym. The instructors are very well trained in everything from dead-lifts to the perfect strike and take down. Being so new in the area , this gym was also a benefit for me because the community within the gym was awesome , from the instructors to the other members everyone was very friendly.
If you are interested in learning self defense or just interested in a great workout , I highly recommend this Gym!

Dan S.

I just started exercising because I was reluctant to join a gym. I was worried that I would be working out with a bunch of cocky meatheads. I am relieved to find the staff and members at Evolution training are awesome.

This is what I found:

The trainers are very knowledgeable and provide good instruction. The training environment is friendly. The gym is kept clean. They have good equipment. They look out for me and make sure I don't over-train and hurt myself.

The best part of working out at Evolution is the members. I really like the people next to me and that's why I look forward to coming here.

K D.

I've been a member of Evolution Training since 2010, and have been extremely happy there. Instructors are helpful and patient. I've always been treated like family and love how jiu-jitsu has given me the confidence in knowing I can defend myself if needed. This gym is a comfortable environment for everyone!

J P.

Evolution Training is a great place to work out. I especially love Crossfit. I like the fact that every workout is planned out daily for me. It’s always something different to where you don't become bored doing the same thing over and over. They have great trainers who gives their undivided attention to each individual person's needs. There is also a great deal of sincere encouragement to persevere threw every task. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is committed to getting healthy and staying physically fit.

Justin B.

Evolution Training is a great gym to be a part of, the staff will go out of their way to make sure that you enjoy training there. The level of instruction is like no other! Such high level, and knowledgeable instructors combined with their experience, You WILL get the best classes around. From Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu, or Cross Fit Evolution Training is the place to go!

Lacy R.

Evolution Training Martial Arts is the BEST gym for so many reasons!

I'll start by addressing the kid's class. Each and every instructor coaches the children in not only jiu-jitsu, but also in life skills. They teach emotion control, respect, team work, strategies, and martial arts moves, of course. The children are kept engaged.

The adult's classes are incredibly inclusive. The instructors are patient, respectful, and skilled. My first class was taught by Heath, I was nervous but he made sure I was grasping the concepts and even demonstrated multiple times. Evolution's instructor James even helped me one-on-one during the class to make sure I was comfortable and able to spend time practicing the basics.

I can't fail to mention the staff. The gym's owner/intructor, Ernest or "Waffle" is awesome. Their manager, Shanna, works so hard to make sure things run smoothly. All of the instructors, such as Mike, Heath, Dustin, James, BB, and more are the best at what they do. The entire team is knowledgeable and skilled.

I would definitely recommend this gym!

Erin R.

We are so glad we found this gym for our daughter!! We were looking for a sport or activity where she could gain self confidence, and get healthy exercise. This gym has way exceeded our expectations. Everyone is so encouraging and lifts all the students up. She struggles with academics and we needed something that would be a win for her. This was just what she needed! Dr. Waffle and his whole team are THE BEST.

Rowan E.

This gym is fantastic! I love the safe, supportive, and welcoming training environment here! Every instructor is friendly, patient, and attentive as can be, and they teach with a focus on both the self-defense potential of jiu-jitsu and the competitive / technical aspects. At other schools, there is not nearly as much practical combative training, as it often gets less emphasis than points and submissions. Here, you get both — you can train to compete while still developing the skills and mindset needed for effective, real-life self-defense. This, and the small doses of flow training we practice regularly, make me feel like I’m getting training that is truly sinking in, which is important to me.

I am so thankful for the well-rounded, badass martial arts education I get at Evolution Training!!

trevor H.

I joined this gym when I first moved to Louisiana , I joined the Cross fit and the kick boxing class combo and I got a great workout each time I stepped foot inside the gym. The instructors are very well trained in everything from dead-lifts to the perfect strike and take down. Being so new in the area , this gym was also a benefit for me because the community within the gym was awesome , from the instructors to the other members everyone was very friendly.
If you are interested in learning self defense or just interested in a great workout , I highly recommend this Gym!

Dan S.

I just started exercising because I was reluctant to join a gym. I was worried that I would be working out with a bunch of cocky meatheads. I am relieved to find the staff and members at Evolution training are awesome.

This is what I found:

The trainers are very knowledgeable and provide good instruction. The training environment is friendly. The gym is kept clean. They have good equipment. They look out for me and make sure I don't over-train and hurt myself.

The best part of working out at Evolution is the members. I really like the people next to me and that's why I look forward to coming here.