If you’re a woman passionate about honing your skills in the art of eight limbs, then you know the importance of having the right gear. And when it comes to gear, one item stands out—Muay Thai gloves. These bad boys protect your hands and empower you to unleash your full potential in the ring. So, …
Category: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
2023 Pan Am tournament recap for Team Absolute
Members of our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu team recently competed in this year’s IBJJF Pan Am tournament in Florida this past March! They did a great job representing our gym and Flavio Behring Jiu Jitsu. To help you better understand the lessons learned, here are the insights of our competitors: Alex Palomin, Lindsay Hauck, Ray McDonald, …
Everything you need to know before your first BJJ class in 2023
So you’re thinking about learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? This Absolute MMA blog post is your guide to getting started in BJJ. Our goal at Absolute MMA here in West Jordan, Utah is to help you with your long-term goals whether you want to become a fighter or to improve your health. Now that you know …
How to choose the right Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym
Starting your journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu may feel intimidating but it doesn’t have to be. This Absolute MMA blog post will walk you through how to choose the right Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym for you. There are a wide range of factors for you to consider when selecting a BJJ gym/academy to get started. …
Absolute MMA brings home medals from 2022 IBJJF World Masters and Jiu Jitsu
Absolute MMA found success earning medals in competition again at the beginning of September 2022 in Las Vegas, NV. As a result of consistent hard work and training, members of Absolute MMA made their way to the podium in IBJJF World Masters and Jiu Jitsu Con. We’re proud of everyone who competed as well as …
2022 Annual Flavio Behring Jiu Jitsu Seminar Recap
Absolute MMA was filled with members of the Absolute Behring team from August 18-20, 2022 for the Flavio Behring Jiu Jitsu USA (FBJJUSA). Members from across the country including California, Montana, and Arizona (Fluid Martial Arts, Camacho BJJ) trained together in West Jordan. There were many new memories made as everyone in attendance trained together. …
10 tips that will help you prepare for your first BJJ tournament
So you want to compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu but don’t know where to start? We’re here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah to help you with your BJJ competition goals! On our mats, you’ll find world champion Lyndsie Hauck and world medalists like Thomas Rinkavage. Competing and winning is a part of our …
Absolute MMA team member Lyndsie Hauck wins the 2022 IBJJF World Championship as a purple belt
This month, Absolute MMA team member Lyndsie Hauck brought home another World Championship gold medal but this time as a new purple belt. Lyndsie continued the momentum from her blue belt championship run in 2021 where she won the IBJJF Boise Open, IBJJF Pan, IBJJF World Masters, IBJJF International Masters, and IBJJF Worlds. Facing a …
BJJ vs. Boxing: What’s the difference?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Boxing are two of the most popular combat sports in the world. These two Martial Arts are taught here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah. Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program is available for students of all ages. As for our Boxing curriculum, it is part of our Muay Thai …
10 benefits of training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is Martial Art that enables people to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger, more aggressive opponent. We offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes throughout the week here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah. These classes are focused on helping everyone from children to teens to adults achieve their personal goals. What’s …