This is a certified Gracie school with knowledgeable instructors with great personalities and a…read moregood group of regular adult students (I don't know what the junior classes are like). The place is clean, and the mats regularly sanitized, and there is good parking in the back. The schedule makes for a full calendar, instead of some kind of Tuesday Thursday thing like a lot of other places. They have regular classes every night and alternating mornings for both beginners and master cycle members. I was looking for a place to work out that could maximize my weekly schedule. I researched a lot of places in SLC including styles that I am much more familiar with before deciding to try this school. Really, my main concern was finding a school that was well run that had a schedule with classes every night. That meant that there had to be instructors AND students at the school on as many nights as possible. So, I can't say I had many preconceived ideas about the Gracie style before checking them out. I have since been impressed with Ryan and Aidan and their easy teaching style. While I now realize that each class is a well defined product of the Gracie system, you still have to have a connection with your students to engage the class and make it fun. These guys deliver. If you haven't checked out a Gracie school before, or you want to get your start in the martial arts with a super well managed style, then this is really the place to be. A month later, I am raising this to five stars. I am a huge fan of Ryan and Aiden's style of teaching, and I've even lost 12 pounds.

I am in town for a convention and I train Jiujitsu at Island Jiujitsu in Hawaii. I showed up to a…read morebasic adult class with some brand new guys in it. There were plenty white belts and the instructor was a blue belt. He started with text book self defense for guillotine and some good basic arm bar from mount details. His instruction was thorough and he addressed the questions from the class well. I liked that he wasn't shaken by having a higher belt in his class and he catered to the beginners as it is a beginner class (fundamentals are key). I would also give credit to whoever has been training Logan because his lessons are clear and easy to follow. I hope to get back for an advanced class and possibly some sparring. No doubt these are Gracie details being handed down.

I've visited a few jiujitsu gyms in the SLC area and this one is by far the best yet. The owner was…read morevery kind and knowledgeable. The gym culture was great, everyone was very respectful and welcoming. Definitely give this Sierra a chance if you're shopping around.

I really enjoyed my time at Sierra MMA. I primarily train out in California and was in Sandy, Utah…read morevisiting for a couple weeks and had heard about this gym from a friend. I attended the Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes during my stay. All staff, instructors, and students were very welcoming, friendly, and respectful. Of the classes I took, Pedro and Joel were the instructors and you can immediately tell they both have extensive experience. Their instruction, approach, knowledge, and interaction are all reasons for anyone to come in and experience this gym. If you are looking for a place to train permanently or if you are just in town and want to get good quality work in, you can't go wrong at Sierra MMA. Thank you Pedro for the hospitality, I will definitely be back in during my next visit to Utah.

Welcoming environment with a lot of long term members that really speaks to the community they've…read morebuilt.

Starting martial arts can feel intimidating at first, but the coaches here gave me the confidence…read moreto eventually step into an amateur MMA fight. The community is something truly special--bringing together people from all walks of life who support and push each other to grow. I would be remiss if I did not mention head coach Jeremy Horn. He is an excellent instructor who is able to teach anyone. He is able to articulate the instruction to the class so everyone can understand. I highly recommend signing up, not only to learn self-defense but also to build the confidence to take on challenges as rewarding as martial arts

World-class instruction made available to competitors and hobbyists alike. Friendly team and…read morecoaches.

Absolute mma is a word class gym headed by a world class leader, coach and professor. Rob Handley…read moreis Utah MMA he has been apart of building the martial arts community in Utah for over 25 yrs. But its more than an mma gym, if you desire to be a leader, a coach, an athletic trainer and work at the highest levels with the most effective techniques then Rob Handley and Absolute mma is your place. I myself have turned into a high school football coach and am a multi champion grappler, coach and athlete and Everything I know as an athlete, coach and a leader I owe to Rob Handley and Absolute mma! Go get up your game and visit the family at Absolute mma! You won't be disappointed. ​​​

I train up in GB Park City, and GB Salt Lake is always so welcoming. Visiting a new gym in the…read morebeginning can always be intimidating, but the staff greats everyone with such warmth. All of the coaches and professors are great! I seem to visit on the days Abe instructs the most. I really enjoy his teaching style and attention to small detail. Even when you mess up the technique of the day (and trust me, I mess up a lot!), he's always so patient. He corrects you in a way that doesn't leave you frustrated, which then leads to better retention of the techniques learned in class. All in all, great gym! If you live in Salt Lake, look no further for a home gym. Friendly, clean, instructors with a wealth of knowledge. See you on the mats!

I visited this gym when I stopped in Salt Lake City so I only attended one class as a drop in. I…read morehad a great time and everyone was very welcoming. It's not easy being the new girl at a new gym in an unfamiliar place but all the women in the class were friendly and helpful. I'm glad to have chosen this gym and I highly recommend others to check it out too. Thank you to everyone that contributed to my experience that day!

My son (7) is enrolled in this school. Before joining BIMA my son was enrolled in another school…read more So, I have experience with these type of schools. My son started going to BIMA in Feb 2019. At BIMA, they provide quality education that not only focuses on martial art techniques, but also discipline and respect (for the instructors, the facility, the experience, and one another). The instructors are great with kids. They are firm, but gentle. They seem to really care about each student's success. And, as a result, BIMA kids are really engaged in their education. When my son registered in a tournament, one of the coaches went to the tournament to mentor him, which was really awesome. When I asked my son what he loves about BIMA he said he loves the instructors and learning all the cool techniques. If you are looking for a martial arts school for your kid, look no further. BIMA is awesome!

Top notch gym for mma- muy thai and jiu jutsu is all i can attest to. Love the personal experience!…read moreGood coaches, small classes, fun variety.

Excellent gym. Many disciplined trained here…read more Clean. Accessible. Everyone super cool, from owners to the staff to the members. Non-intimidating for an old guy like me. Highly recommend. Comfort is a slow death Quit being comfortable. Get off your butt. Motion is lotion Movement is medicine. Stretch beyond your limits. Open 24/7 so no excuses

This gym is a amazing gym everyone's friendly and Eric is great at what he does plenty of great…read moreclasses and great coaches 10/10 would recommend coming here