Courage Combatives –
Strength. Safety.Confidence.
is a New Orleans-based self-defense training company dedicated to making people stronger, safer, and more confident in their everyday lives. Our mission is to provide realistic, effective, and engaging training that prepares individuals for real-world threats—without sacrificing the enjoyment of learning.
Our team, led by Coaches Myron Gaudet & Angel Lia, offers both group and private training to individuals and organizations who recognize the critical need for defensive skills in today’s world. We proudly train:
✅ Individuals & Families – Personal self-defense and safety strategies
✅ First Responders & Professionals – Defensive tactics for those in high-risk roles
✅ Community Organizations & Businesses – Workplace safety and team-based training
We teach a well-rounded system built on modern martial arts, tactical defense, and legal self-defense principles. Our methods are based on proven, real-world techniques and are fully compliant with legal and ethical standards of self-defense law.
At Courage Combatives, we train our students to make good decisions under bad conditions—so they can navigate potential threats safely.
We pride ourselves in being versatile when providing training
locations to accommodate your needs.
Weekly Group Classes at New State Fitness: :
Tues & Thurs 1:30pm- 2:30pm & 730 pm New State Fitness.
4415 N. Service Rd. West
Metairie, LA 70001
Please see website for class schedule.
One on one instruction available upon request. Please see our main page for the “Contact Us” information.
Visit us at our home gym (NewStatefitness), ANY of the NOLA BJJ gyms, OR we can travel to you!
Public parks, your personal gym, various workshop locations (TBD), home visits, school locations, churches, work locations , and more!
Conceal weapons training available outdoor & at the range!