This directory section lists academies offering focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction in ground fighting, joint locks, and chokeholds. These locations emphasize pure grappling, featuring both traditional Gi and modern No-Gi classes without requiring striking practice. Before attending your first session, verify whether the school provides loaner gis or allows standard rash guards for trial classes.
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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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The Pit SLC
1171 S Richards St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101-3112
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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
Layton 2
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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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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
Riverton 2
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Atlas Combat Sports
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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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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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
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
Lehi 1
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Roots Combat Club
1657 W State St, Lehi, UT 84043
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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
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Vida Jiu-Jitsu Utah
198 3450 N, Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Tooele 1
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Tooele Martial Arts Academy
10 Garnet St, Tooele, UT 84074-8086
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GRACIE BARRA WEST JORDAN
8018 Welby Park Dr, West Jordan, UT 84088
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
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes42
- MMA Gyms39
- 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 monthly memberships cost at dedicated BJJ schools?
Unlimited monthly training typically costs between $120 and $230 per month depending on the region and head instructor rank. Single drop-in fees usually range from $20 to $35 per class.
What is the primary difference between Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu?
Gi training requires a heavy cotton kimono and belt where gripping fabric is central to submissions and throws. No-Gi uses rash guards and board shorts, relying on body hooks and friction, which creates a faster-paced grappling environment.
How long does it take to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Earning a BJJ black belt requires an average of 8 to 12 years of regular training 3 to 4 days per week. Students progress through white, blue, purple, and brown belt ranks based on skill, sparring performance, and time on the mat.
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 31 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 31 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.