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Top 10 jiu jitsu classes in Salt Lake City, UT

Students agree: these teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Aikido Mountain West

Aikido Mountain West

New on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
AikidoMountainWest.org Facebook: Aikido Mountain West We are a nonprofit school for The Japanese martial arts of Aikido and Iaido. We are a full time dojo run by a board with 7 instructors. Aikido is the martial art of peace.
Close Quarter Combat-self Defense

Close Quarter Combat-self Defense

4.0(1)
12+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Robert L. says, "He teach you one on one or classes. Well taught and direct to the point. It don’t take years to practice this move. Simple effective techniques! Thank u." Read more
Taki

Taki

New on Lessons
1817+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
I'm very passionate about learning and teaching Mix Martial Arts. I've learn from one of the best in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Marcelo Alonzo and Muaythai from Master Soahin Srisuk. I have 12 MMA Professional fights and over 30 Amateur MMA and Muaythai fights.
Power Mixed Martial Arts

Power Mixed Martial Arts

5.0(4)
1 hire on Lessons
35+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Kelsey S. says, "Sean is an amazing instructor, He is very knowledgeable and so patient. He makes you feel super comfortable and keeps you very motivated. I 100% recommend Sean to anyone that is looking to learn martial arts and have a good experience doing so. " Read more
Avalos Next Level Boxing

Avalos Next Level Boxing

5.0(3)
4 hires on Lessons
25+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Alex L. says, "i have never tried boxing and wanted to try something new so i found coach avalos on lessons. and has been a great experience thus far i have lost 15 lbs feel great and confident i love and cant wait for boxing class..." Read more

Your jiu jitsu questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do jiu-jitsu classes cost?

The average cost of jiu-jitsu classes is $50 to $200 per month, depending on the class age range, number of classes per week, your commitment or contract length, and the instructor's expertise and reputation. Jiu-jitsu gyms and academies are more expensive if they have well-known instructors who are national champions on staff.

In addition to the monthly class or gym fee, you'll have extra costs for gis and belts. A jiu-jitsu gi costs $60 to $120 on average, while belts cost $15 to $30. Some gyms also charge a fee for belt promotion. However, this is frowned upon by reputable academies and is often considered a warning sign of a low-quality gym.

What is jiu-jitsu?

Jiu-jitsu is a self-defense martial art based on grappling and ground control, focusing on the skill of taking your opponent to the ground and wrestling for a dominant position. jiu-jitsu uses the principles of leverage, pressure, grip, timing, and angles to subdue your opponent.

Jiu-Jitsu classes provide:

  • Self-defense skills
  • A fun and exciting way to improve your fitness
  • Increased focus and concentration

Where did jiu-jitsu originate?

Japanese martial arts expert Mitsuyo Maeda was the first to bring grappling and groundwork-focused jiu-do demonstrations to other countries. In 1914, Carlos Gracie became one of Maeda's first Brazilian students. Carlos and his brother Hélio Gracie, along with fellow students Luis França and Oswaldo Fadda, later went on to develop Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Is jiu-jitsu a good workout?

Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent full-body workout that improves strength, flexibility, conditioning, and endurance.

Is jiu-jitsu good for self-defense?

Jiu-jitsu is a highly effective self-defense martial art. Jiu-jitsu teaches you how to control a stronger and larger opponent, allowing smaller or weaker individuals to defend themselves and increasing their ability to escape dangerous confrontations.

Is jiu-jitsu dangerous?

Though jiu-jitsu is a contact sport, when practiced with proper technique and form it is safer than many other martial arts because it doesn't focus on striking your opponent with punches and kicks. In statewide competitions, jiu-jitsu resulted in fewer injuries than judo, Taekwondo, mixed martial arts, or traditional wrestling.

Is jiu-jitsu good for kids?

Jiu-jitsu can be extremely beneficial for kids, helping them to:

  • Build confidence and self-esteem
  • Improve discipline and focus
  • Increase strength and resilience
  • Develop respect for themselves and others
  • Foster new friendships
  • Improve coordination and body awareness

Where can I find the best jiu-jitsu classes near me?

Follow these tips to find jiu-jitsu academies and gyms near you:

  • Look for a reputable academy that focuses on jiu-jitsu rather than a mixed martial arts gym.
  • Research the instructors' competition record and reputation.
  • Read academy and instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Confirm the academy offers classes for your experience level.
  • Visit the academy in person to confirm it is clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional.
  • Take advantage of their free day or week-long trial membership to ensure the school is a good fit for you.
  • Get a copy of the contract in writing before making any payments.

What questions should I ask jiu-jitsu academies?

When researching new jiu-jitsu academies, be sure to ask these questions:

  • Is the gym beginner friendly?
  • What kind of contracts do you offer?
  • Do you offer a free trial class?
  • What is your class schedule?
  • How many students do you have?
  • How many students are in a typical class?
  • What is the instructor's lineage and competition record?
  • What kind of uniform is required? Do you offer no-gi classes?
  • Do your students and instructors compete regularly?
  • Do you charge for belt promotions?
  • How often do you clean your mats?

Reviews for Salt Lake City jiu jitsu classes

Recent success stories from people in the Salt Lake City area.
Cindy H.
Sean coached my granddaughter until we moved. He helped her grow both physically and mentally. Amazing coach and person. A really great atmosphere.
Power Mixed Martial Arts
Kevon
training with jose has improved my confidence not only with boxing but protecting myself. hes a awesome teacher especially with helping me more aware of footwork stance and staying in control. i cant even sum up how much this class has helped me.
Avalos next level boxing
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