Senate Resolution No. by Senator Harris commends the New Orleans Louisiana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (NOLA BJJ) Kids Competition Camp for its dedication to excellence in martial arts and welcomes the organization to the Louisiana State Capitol on May 29, 2024. NOLA BJJ, which began in the early 1990s as a small group of enthusiasts, has grown to become the oldest and largest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school in New Orleans, boasting over fifty Black Belts across six locations. The camp, initiated a year ago, provides intensive training for youth aged three to fifteen, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional development through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, while also teaching valuable life skills such as conflict resolution and goal setting.

The resolution highlights the success of NOLA BJJ's Kids Competition Camp, which has expanded from six participants to over twenty, and emphasizes the positive relationships formed among competitors. Recently, the camp sponsored thirteen youth to compete in the North American Grappling Association Championship, resulting in impressive achievements with eleven Gold Medals, six Silver Medals, and three Bronze Medals earned. The resolution not only recognizes the accomplishments of the camp and its participants but also expresses gratitude to the coaches and parents for their support and dedication to the sport. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Will Harrell, the camp's coordinator and coach.