ROB HANDLEY


· Owner and Head Trainer of Absolute MMA
· Head Coach of Flavio Behring Jiu-Jitsu USA
· Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2nd Degree Black Belt
· MTIA Muay Thai trainer
· Judo Black Belt
· Taekwondo Black Belt
· AKC Kettlebell Athlete, Sport Coach and Master Fitness Trainer

 

Owner and Head Trainer Rob Handley's vast experience in teaching MMA training, MMA training workouts, and MMA strength training makes him one of the best coaches in Utah. Rob has coached and taught many top-level athletes that range from UFC fighters Josh Burkman and Evan Tanner to local fighters like WFC World Champion Steven “Razor” Sharp, Camrann Pacheco, Court "the Crusher” McGee, Ben “Maniac” Fuimaono and Robert “the Wrecker” Densley and many, many others 

 

Professor Handley is a 2nd degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Grand Master Flavio Behring (9th degree) and Master Sylvio Behring (7th Degree) who are some of the world's most decorated BJJ artists in history. Rob has been training BJJ since 1993. He has trained and competed in Brazil several times. He is a national, international and world BJJ competitor and was a member of the first Team USA in the USA VS Brazil challenge in 2003. His status as a BJJ competitor and teacher has earned him the head coaching position of Flavio Behring Jiu Jitsu USA and is the highest-ranking Flavio Behring Jiu Jitsu student in America.

 

Rob is a Muay Thai Trainer under Master Toddy’s Muay Thai International Association (MTIA). Absolute MMA is a registered Muay Thai gym with the MTIA. In his pursuit of knowledge he continues to train regularly under Sakasem “The Punisher” Kanthawong and many others top Thai trainers and coaches in the US. He continues to teach Muay Thai in it’s tradition for sport, fitness and self defense but also has a keen eye to translate it to striking for MMA.

 

In addition to his expertise in BJJ and Muay Thai, he is also a black belt in Taekwondo and Judo; he is a two time national medalist in the US Judo Nationals (3rd 2003, 1st 2005).

 

His example, skills, and talents, along with his ability to teach and coach, make him one of the most sought-after coaches and trainers in America. Rob continues to teach seminars and clinics regularly and works extensively with local and federal Law Enforcement and Military. He has also trained many Professional Athletes in several sports, such as rising Utah Jazz star Paul Milsap, former University of Utah and Tennessee Titans Keith Embray and Kevin Dyson and many other current and former MLB, NBA, and NFL players.

 

Additionally, he is a member of the American Kettlebell Club and is a Kettlebell Sport Coach, Master Fitness Trainer and Kettlebell athlete and competitor

 

 

GRANDMASTER FLAVIO BEHRING

 

Grandmaster Flavio Behring is one of the most decorated and prestigious Brazilian Jiu Jitsu artists in the world. Now a 9th degree Red belt, he started his training at the age of 10 under the originators and innovators of Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Helio and Carlos Gracie Sr.

 

Absolute MMA is a certified Behring Jiu Jitsu school that teaches Flavio's own special experience in Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Master Flavio travels to America from Brazil a few times a year to teach special seminars at Absolute MMA; his students come from all over the USA to learn.

 

For more on Grandmaster Flavio click here.

 

 

 

 

 

CAMRANN PACHECO


· AMMA Asst Coach
· Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt
· Professional MMA Fighter

 

Camrann is an amazing athlete, competitor, and teacher of the combative arts. He initially started training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a hobby, and it has now become a major part of his life.

 

"Teaching is my favorite part of the martial arts. I love to help people grow and gain skills and confidence. It's very rewarding to me to see the people around me come up and win competitions."

 

Camrann is a true student of the sport and his technical acumen is second to none. He heads up most the MMA training for kids programs. He loves to see the kids learn, sweat, and push themselves. Each of the kids loves and respects him as a leader and friend. 

 

 

 

PEDRO SIERRA


· AMMA Asst Coach
· Behring Jiu Jitsu Blackbelt
· Judo Brown Belt
· Okinawan Karate Blackbelt

 

Pedro is best known for his no nonsense approach to hard work and the results attained by years of dedication to the martial arts. He is a champion jiu jitsu fighter, earning gold medals in both the US Open and Pan Am Games in 2003. He has a combined 20+ years of Martial Arts experience in Karate, Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing and Wrestling. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is his passion and he loves to share his experience with the students of Absolute MMA.

 

 

 

 

 

RICKY BAX

 

· AMMA Asst Coach
· Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt
· Judo Brown Belt

 

Ricky is an assistant coach and trainer at Absolute MMA, he helps coach the Kids MMA program in both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai. He has been a long time student in the gym and is now helping the next generation of Absolute MMA athletes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AKBAR MOGHTADER

 

·AMMA Head Judo Coach
· 3rd degree Judo Black Belt
· 27 years experience

 

Akbar began training judo in 1982 in Tehran, Iran. He has studied both Judo and Jiu Jitsu under many professional instructors. Akbar has trained, competed and coached in Iran, Holland and the U.S.A. He is a member in good standing and a national level coach with USA JUDO. Akbar brings a wealth of experience and Judo knowledge to everyone at Absolute MMA.