Grappling is a hand-to-hand combat skill taught here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah. Combat arts that rely on gripping or grabbing an opponent to hold an opponent in a dominant position or submit an attacker can be considered styles that use grappling. The art of grappling is evident in different Martial Arts such …
Category: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
What is Gracie Jiu Jitsu?
Known by many as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Gracie Jiu Jitsu is a time-tested system of self-defense designed to help people stay safe in a real combat situation. Here at Absolute MMA, we teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with our roots in tracing back to founder and Grand Master Helio Gracie who trained our Grand Master, Flavio …
Absolute MMA Coach Kevin Kopaunik shares his best injury prevention tips and more
Kevin Kopaunik brings a combined 35+ years of Martial Arts experience to the Absolute MMA family. When Kevin isn’t helping students learn and grow in the gym, he’s running his home security business, Prime Security Training & Consulting, which helps homeowners protect their loved ones. Get to know Kevin as he shares a bit of …
Judo vs. Jiu Jitsu: What’s the difference?
Judo and Jiu Jitsu are just two of the Martial Arts we teach here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah. While both fighting styles are forms of grappling, there are key differences you need to be aware of depending on what your goals are and when you’re using each set of skills. Judo and …
What to expect in your first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class
Your first BJJ class at Absolute MMA is the first step towards your personal growth and making new friends!
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student Spotlight
Our student spotlight this month is Hassan Campos. Hassan is seventeen and a student at Copper Hills High School. Hassan is quiet, respectful and serious about learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which he has been doing since March of 2011. He comes to class ready to learn and has been doing so quietly and well. The …
Absolute MMA Dominates MAA Fights with Jiu Jitsu
Absolute MMA victory! Showdown Fights: Evolution proved to be a showcase for Absolute MMA fighters. Two of three fighters came home with a victory and all put on a good show. William DaBell was the second fight of the evening. This was his debut fight in mixed martial arts. William was a bit nervous in …
High School Wrestler Uses Mixed Martial Arts to Achieve Goals
Many of you know Joel. He has been with us for several months now but took some time off to achieve his goals in wrestling with great results. When Joel was training with us he was a regular. He always worked hard and never put in less than 100% effort, training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai and Mixed Martial …