This section lists martial arts academies offering structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) programs for adults and youth. BJJ emphasizes ground fighting, joint locks, and chokeholds, allowing smaller practitioners to leverage technique against larger opponents. Average monthly membership fees range from $140 to $220, with options for both Gi (kimono) and No-Gi grappling schedules.
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Combat Arts Strength & Conditioning
370 S 300 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111-2588
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Salt Lake City 7 & Up
1939 Murray-Holladay Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84117-5105
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Marangoni Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Academy
480 E 6th Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84103-3034
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Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Salt Lake City
615 E Simpson Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-1415
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Salt Lake Capoeira & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
663 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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The Pit SLC
1171 S Richards St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101-3112
Layton 4
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Da Dojo
1550 N Hill Field Rd, Layton, UT 84041-2134
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Gracie Barra Layton
70 S Fairfield Rd, Layton, UT 84041-4495
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One Hit MMA
192 N Fairfield Rd, Layton, UT 84041-3915
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Team Link Utah
3020 N Fairfield Rd, Layton, UT 84041-8645
Riverton 3
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Atlas Combat Sports
12472 S Meadow Spring Ln, Riverton, UT 84065-7200
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Corvus Jiu Jitsu
12472 S Meadow Spring Ln, Riverton, UT 84065-7200
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Gracie Barra Riverton - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
2936 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065-7164
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Bernales Institute of Martial Arts
2257 S State St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115-2752
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Gracie Barra Salt Lake City
66 E 3750 S, South Salt Lake, UT 84115-4428
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Tricom Training Center
3322 S 300 E, South Salt Lake, UT 84115-4506
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Ace Martial Arts
2746 E 850 N, St George, UT 84790
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu St. George
1478 S 270 E, St George, UT 84790-2296
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The Movement Jiu Jitsu Women's Self-Defense
201 E 900 S, St George, UT 84770-4014
Lehi 2
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Roots Combat Club
1657 W State St, Lehi, UT 84043
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Shotokan Karate Academy Lehi
121 E State St, Lehi, UT 84043
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Gracie Barra North Salt Lake - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
76 S Orchard Dr, North Salt Lake, UT 84054-1821
Mon-Wed 12pm-1pm, Fri 12pm-1pm, Sat 10am-12pm
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Mushin Self Defense
420 N Redwood Rd, North Salt Lake, UT 84054-2809
Orem 2
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Bobby Lawrence Karate - Orem
976 S State St, Orem, UT 84097-7076
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Wasatch Combat Sports
972 N 1430 W, Orem, UT 84057-6403
Sandy 2
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Factum CrossFit & Mixed Martial Arts
8383 S 700 W, Sandy, UT 84070
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Sierra MMA
7986 S 1300 E, Sandy, UT 84094-0744
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
11281 Granville Ave, South Jordan, UT 84009
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Unified Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
1098 W South Jordan Pkwy, South Jordan, UT 84095-9366
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Absolute MMA
1338 W 7800 S, West Jordan, UT 84088-4100
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GRACIE BARRA WEST JORDAN
8018 Welby Park Dr, West Jordan, UT 84088
Bluffdale 1
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Crown BJJ
14719 S 855 W, Bluffdale, UT 84065
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Mushin Self Defense
567 W 2600 S, Bountiful, UT 84010-7781
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-the Mori Academy of Martial Arts
2465 N Main St, Clearfield, UT 84015-2400
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Gracie Barra Heber City Jiu Jitsu/BJJ
2237 390 W, Heber City, UT 84032
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Ultimate Combat Training Center
1274 E 3300 S, Millcreek, UT 84106
Murray 1
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First Bjj Carlson Gracie
5508 S Van Winkle Expy, Murray, UT 84117-7324
Ogden 1
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Mori Training Center
3733 S 250 W, Ogden, UT 84405-1503
Roy 1
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Power MMA
5385 S 1950 W, Roy, UT 84067-2401
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Vida Jiu-Jitsu Utah
198 3450 N, Spanish Fork, UT 84660
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Jin's Kungfu Martial Arts
5612 S Redwood Rd, Taylorsville, UT 84123-5323
Tooele 1
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Tooele Martial Arts Academy
10 Garnet St, Tooele, UT 84074-8086
Also in Utah
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools140
- Kids Martial Arts Classes118
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools90
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs43
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes42
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools42
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies42
- MMA Gyms39
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies31
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults22
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops21
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training19
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies11
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes10
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs9
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults8
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools6
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs5
Good to know
How much do BJJ classes usually cost per month?
Unlimited BJJ memberships in the US typically cost between $150 and $220 per month. Initial costs usually include a $30 to $50 registration fee plus a high-quality academy Gi, which costs between $100 and $180.
Do I need prior martial arts experience or peak fitness to start?
No prior experience or advanced physical fitness is required to join beginner BJJ classes. Most academies run dedicated fundamentals curricula that focus on essential movements, safety precautions, and break-falling before introducing live sparring.
What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi BJJ classes?
Gi BJJ is trained in a traditional heavy cotton uniform that allows grips on collars and sleeves for control and submissions. No-Gi BJJ is practiced in a rashguard and shorts, relying on anatomical control holds and moving at a faster overall pace.
How to lose body fat percentage?
Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Utah can browse 42 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.
How to drain fluid from ear?
Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Utah should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 42 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.