Jiu Jitsu Dojos in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, UT - 84115 | (801) 463-1727

Details: The Bernales Institute of Martial Arts (BIMA) offers classes for kids and adults that provide practical self-defense skills within an energetic, fun, and supportive community. The martial arts taught at BIMA provide a “seatbelt for life,” giving you or your child the knowledge and skills needed for effective self-protection and empowerment. We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai / Thai Boxing, Kali (F.M.A.), Jeet Kune Do, Silat, and Combat Submission Wrestling/Mixed Martial Arts classes. We strive to meet the needs of all students, from beginners to accomplished athletes.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84111 | (801) 428-7612

Details: John Mckean is founder, head instructor and owner at Combat Arts. John is a 3rd degree Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over 20 years of training and competition history. Also, a former professional MMA fighter with 15 years of functional cross training for Combat sports. John's passion for Jiu-Jitsu has taken him through out the world and the United States. In 2005 he moved to Brazil to train with one of the founding family's of Jiu-Jitsu, the Gracie family. Spending almost a year training with the family and learning the roots of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In 2006 he moved across the country to Salt Lake City, Utah to train with the legendary Pedro Sauer, a well known Brazilian Black belt that trained extensively with the Gracie family in Brazil. Combat Arts was founded in 2015 and has grown into an amazing community of people who are excited to learn Jiu-Jitsu and change their lives.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84117 | (801) 864-0440

Details: At First Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we offer a comprehensive experience for all practitioners, from beginners to seasoned competitors. Our academy, nestled in the heart of Salt Lake City, is your destination for mastering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) under the guidance of Carlos Santos, a 5th Degree black belt world champion. We provide a robust curriculum that includes self-defense techniques, competitive BJJ, and physical fitness training, all within a supportive, family-oriented environment. Our programs cater to every age and skill level, emphasizing the values of respect, discipline, and perseverance. Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, learn effective self-defense, or compete at the highest levels, our academy is equipped to help you achieve your goals. With classes designed to challenge and inspire, you'll develop both physical and mental strength, build confidence, and join a community dedicated to mutual growth and respect. Beyond the mats, we're committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where every member is part of our extended BJJ family. Our anti-bullying initiatives and self-confidence-building activities for children are integral to our mission, reflecting our belief that BJJ is more than just a sport - it's a tool for personal development and positive change. Join us at First BJJ to begin your journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where you'll find not just a team, but a family waiting to welcome you. Embrace the challenge, enjoy the camaraderie, and transform your life, one roll at a time.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84106 | (801) 414-9852

Details: At Fusion Brazilian Jiu Jitsu we focus on teaching the jui jitsu self defense system developed by Master Helio Gracie and passed down through Pedro Sauer to Professor Eddie Edmunds. Fusion Academy is a Pedro Sauer affiliate Jiu Jitsu School in Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84115 | (801) 997-1455

Details: As a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center, we're dedicated to providing the highest quality jiu-jitsu education possible. We are certified to teach the Gracie University® curriculum which is standardized across all certified training centers worldwide. As a Gracie University student, you'll have access to our online platform featuring detailed, interactive videos of every technique in the curriculum, allowing you to practice and study at home or review a lesson before class. We offer specialized programs including Gracie Bullyproof® for kids, Gracie Combatives® for adults, Master Cycle® advanced Jiu-Jitsu, and Women Empowered® - real-life self-defense for women by women.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84120 | (801) 645-4726

Details: Professor Gustavo Rodrigues is a 3rd degree black belt in jiu-jitsu. He began his study at Integração Jiu Jitsu in Santos, Brazil in 1995 with Master Elcio Figueiredo. It was there that he developed a passion for teaching, acting as an early mentor for many promising young students, including Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida. After moving to the U.S. in 2007 he taught as a special guest instructor at various schools in Salt Lake City, UT and shortly thereafter founded his own academy, Gustavo Rodrigues Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which has become one of the most technical and formidable BJJ teams in the state.

Salt Lake City, UT - 84106 | (801) 967-5269

Details: Ultimate Combat was founded in 1987, making it the oldest Mixed Martial Arts gym in Utah. It started with the goal of providing high-quality martial arts training to the community. Over the years, it has evolved into a premier training center, offering diverse martial arts programs. Mission: Our mission is to promote fitness, personal growth, and self-defense skills through expert martial arts instruction in a supportive and motivating environment. Core Values: We believe in integrity, discipline, respect, and fostering a strong sense of community. Ultimate Combat Training Center offers expert martial arts classes, including Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Strength & Conditioning, and Fitness Kickboxing for all levels. The gym is dedicated to building fitness, discipline, and self-defense skills in a supportive community. With experienced instructors and a family-friendly environment, it serves both kids and adults. Ultimate Combat emphasizes safety, personal growth, and ongoing support to help members achieve their fitness goals. The owner of Ultimate Combat Training Center is Mike Stidham, widely recognized as the Godfather of Mixed Martial Arts in Utah due to his wildly popular television show, Ultimate Combat Experience, that aired for ten years and was the first Mixed Martial Arts television show on Network television anywhere in the world.