Signed up my kids to do summer camp at First BJJ. It runs for 1 week from 8:50-1pm and you need to…read morepack lunch and water for your kids. They do pizza on the last day. For camp, the kids learn some jiu jitsu techniques but also fun activities like dodgeball and water games, to get kids active and moving. The owner, Carlos leads the kids camp. Good mix of boys and girls in the class. My girls enjoyed coming all week and now want to sign up for regular classes. All happy kids there! The owner of First BJJ has amazing experience and credentials; he has several that are worth looking into like being a 3x world champion in BJJ but my favorite story was learning how the ruler of the United Arab Emirates invited Carlos to come to UAE to teach the country BJJ and worked in Abu Dhabi for 9 years. I asked Carlos if he still keeps in touch with the royal family, "nope", what?! lol. We in Utah are very lucky to have Carlos and his gym here. Has been running 10 yrs and counting! It is a well run studio and SUPER CLEAN. They always disinfect the mats, so important since students are in close contact with people on the mats every class. Recommend this place if you want to become a proper BJJ competitor or learn for the joy of the martial art.

Carlos Santos and his team are the best in Utah. My family has been attending this gym for years…read morenow, and we love it!

Truly the best atmosphere, teachers, students, and studio ever. Owners really care about each child…read moreand make them feel important while instilling great values and accountability. They plan amazing and fun activities, are so on top of things, the studio is clean, and all the other kids are great. Not to mention the teachers are legit martial arts experts. Can't recommend this place enough!! Go to Echo Martial Arts!

From the owner: At Echo Martial Arts, we’re not just about teaching martial arts—we’re about building confidence,…read morediscipline, and resilience in Utah’s youth. As a 4-time national champion and the #1 studio in the competitor state, we’ve earned 32 Grand Championship titles and won 291 medals in 2024 alone, with 147 of those being 1st place trophies. Our programs go beyond just technique; we focus on fostering leadership, a strong mindset, and personal growth in every student. Join us on this transformative journey—where every class is a step toward becoming your best self.

If you're thinking about enrolling your child in karate, Personal Mastery Martial Arts is…read moredefinitely the place. My daughter thought karate was only for boys, gave it a chance and she LOVES it. She has been in the PMMA program for 18 months and has learned kicks, sparring, double sticks, pin chucks, self defense, and so much more. She has more physical strength, coordination, and endurance thanks to her training. If you have been looking for a place for your child to learn martial arts, or have been thinking about it yourself, look no further, PMMA is the place.

We love PMMA, my daughter has truly enjoyed the experience and we look forward to the benefits this…read more will bring. The instructors and entire staff are awesome. I recommend this place to anyone looking to add confidence and discipline to their children's character. We love PMMA, my daughter has truly enjoyed the experience and we look forward to the benefits this will bring. The instructors and entire staff are awesome. I recommend this place to anyone looking to add confidence and discipline to their children's character.

Want to experience the 4000+ years of Chinese martial arts combined with the best of modern…read moretraining techniques? If you're tired of all the fluff and lack of heart at other martial arts schools in the area, then " just directa your feetza" to the Shao Long Academy. Be respectful; Shifu Lefler can spin kick your head sideways before you can quote your favorite Van Damme film. Seriously though, you will learn the finest traditional Chinese martial arts techniques combined with contemporary conditioning drills to strengthen your mind and body while you become the ultimate Gongfu warrior. My daughter has been attending this academy for several months and there has been a marked improvement in her self-esteem, confidence, and general fitness. The fortitude required to teach others is a skill not many possess, and the progress I've seen in Shifu Lefler's students is a reflection of his devotion to his craft. For Shifu Lefler, this isn't just a hobby - it's a way of life.

I just took my little girl to this pretty cool martial arts class twice so far and she loves…read moreeverything about it. She has so much fun learning here. It was a long-shot but we figured why not try something different for her. The instructor/owner, Itzak, is super nice and kept his students engaged, disciplined but still having fun. The practices are traditional and it's not hard for my child to follow. The pricing is fair and still within our budget. Along with virtual lessons, he actually has a Tai Chi app as well and I actually feel a little sore after trying it. Great options during this hard year especially. The studio is really clean and organized. The owner follows the guidelines for Covid-precautions and safety measures so peace of mind is there. The mats don't smell which is what I usually always smell when I go into other studios/gyms. That's a plus for me. The location was not hard to find, convenient and I didn't have any issues with parking. Only con is that I like to go eat the seafood place next door.

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.

My son and husband have been training here since around May 2021. We just moved to Utah about a…read moreyear ago and now we can't imagine being anywhere else in large part because of this awesome family friendly school! The community, the overall vibe, the cute pups, Professor Dwayne, Coach Erin, the commitment to cleanliness, the coaches and all the people that train here all make this school special. We are even planning on moving to Sandy just to be closer since we are practically there everyday . We highly recommend for the entire family.

I had the pleasure of training at this location while on a family trip. I've been able to train at…read moreseveral Gracie Barra locations around the country and can say that the training provided by Professor Duayne Bowers was outstanding. I was quickly welcomed into their tight-knit training family. This is a great place to train and have fun.

This place is very good with some major pit falls. Master Susan is an amazing person, and a great…read morerole model. The parking is awful, you can never find a spot in the lot and all the businesses nearby will tow you. The parents are jerks and block the lot so nobody can get in or out. They really need a solution to this asap! The class sizes are way to big. At times my son is in a class with 20+ kids. The teachers do a very good job, but just can not pay attention to each kid or the progress that they are making. These problems only exist because this is a top notch organization with crazy growth. When they fix these problems I would give 5 stars all day.

They create bullies and when talked to about it, they don't care. It's a MC-DOJO not a place for…read moreyour child to learn true discipline and respect as advertised. Honestly, quite disrespectful to the craft. Apparently, their creed only applies on their campus. The rest of the time the kids aren't held responsible. Just skills to become a bully. SO disappointed they'd create a place like this. DISGUSTING.

This is the best martial arts studio by far! The instructors (Chris and Janis) are invested in each…read moreof their students and know how to train and motivate them according to their age and learning ability. My kids love it and are literally sad on days when they don't have classes! It's such a joy to see them excited, motivated and transformed into confident and disciplined youngsters! Thank u Chris and Janis!

I cannot say enough good things about this place!! My son needed an out during these hard times…read morewith Covid and play dates have all been postponed. Tiger rock has been a godsend during these times and my son's behavior has changed for the better. The staff is extremely supportive and the facility is so clean I don't have a worry bringing my children here. Highly recommended!!