Bringing the sport of Jiu -Jitsu to southeastern Oklahoma and Paris TX!
We are one team with 4 locations!
Paris Texas - Reno
Hugo OK -703 E Jackson
Broken Bow OK- 1000 S Park
Antlers 208 N High St
What We Do
Instructors
Casey Bywater is black belt, founder, and head instructor, Coach Kris Dickinson is a brown belt and head instructor at the Antlers location. Coach Austin Harvanek is a 3 stripe purple belt and head instructor at the Broken Bow location. Coach Josh Bywater is a purple belt and is a favorite with all the kids! More info on coaches under tab.
Classes
At Deo Gloria Jiu Jitsu we follow Professor Rafael Lovato Jr’s Timeless Jiu Jitsu affiliate curriculu. We offer classes for children ages starting at 4 and up at all 4 of our location! We offer different levels of children’s classes as kids learn in their ages groups better. Some of our classes are all age kids, others are for specific age groups. Siblings can train together out of their age group if it is more convenient for the family! We will add classes as our gym grows in membership! Our adult program Includes our teen students! We offer Classes different days per week. See class schedule for more information.
Our Expertise
The Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for Kids & Adults
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is more than a martial art. It is a way to build confidence, discipline, fitness, and practical skills that carry over into everyday life.
Benefits for Kids
Confidence & Self-Esteem
Kids learn to trust themselves, solve problems under pressure, and see that consistent effort leads to progress.
Discipline & Focus
Jiu-Jitsu teaches children to listen, follow instruction, stay focused, and keep working even when something is challenging.
Problem-Solving Skills
Every roll presents a new challenge. Kids learn to think, adapt, and find solutions rather than simply relying on strength.
Respect & Responsibility
Students learn to respect their instructors and training partners while taking responsibility for their own growth.
Physical Fitness & Coordination
Jiu-Jitsu develops strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, agility, and body awareness in an engaging environment.
Resilience
Learning a difficult technique—and sometimes getting stuck or submitted—is part of the process. Children learn that setbacks are opportunities to learn and improve.
Positive Social Skills
Training teaches children how to work with others, communicate, cooperate, and be a good training partner.
Benefits for Adults
Strength & Fitness
Jiu-Jitsu provides a full-body workout that develops strength, endurance, mobility, balance, and coordination.
Confidence & Self-Defense
Students develop practical grappling skills while becoming more comfortable staying calm and thinking clearly in challenging situations.
Stress Relief
Training provides an opportunity to step away from everyday responsibilities, focus on the present moment, and challenge yourself physically and mentally.
Mental Toughness
Jiu-Jitsu teaches patience, persistence, and the ability to keep working through frustration and difficulty.
Continued Learning
There is always something new to learn. Jiu-Jitsu challenges both the body and the mind, making it a lifelong pursuit.
Community & Camaraderie
Students train together, encourage one another, and develop strong relationships through shared experiences on the mat.
Healthy Lifestyle
Regular training can help establish an active lifestyle while providing a fun and challenging alternative to traditional workouts.
More Than a Martial Art
Whether your goal is to help your child become more confident, improve your fitness, learn self-defense, compete, or simply find a new challenge, Jiu-Jitsu offers something for everyone.At Deo Gloria Jiu Jitsu . We believe practicing martial arts- specifically jiu Jitsu is an excellent way for people and families to bring discipline and balance to their lives. We encourage parents and people of all ages and walks of life to try our classes and learn how to incorporate health and activity as well as self defense into their lives.
“If everyone practiced Jiu-Jitsu the world and our communities would be a better place. We know it because Jiu-Jitsu has changed our lives in so many positive ways. And we want to do for others what Jiu-Jitsu has done for us.” – Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
