For years, martial arts were often viewed as something you had to start young. Wrestling as a kid. Kicking pads as a teenager. Competing before life got busy. But step into a modern martial arts gym today, and you’ll notice something different. The fastest-growing group on the mats isn’t kids or seasoned competitors — it’s …
Category: Muay Thai
The plateau is part of the process: How to break through in your combat sports training
Every martial artist reaches a point where progress feels slow. Maybe your sparring partners keep catching you with the same sweep. Maybe your timing feels off or your conditioning isn’t improving like it used to. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Almost every student at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah experiences a plateau …
5 Reasons Adults Should Try Muay Thai (Even If You’ve Never Trained Before)
Muay Thai—also known as the “Art of Eight Limbs”—is one of the most exciting and effective striking arts in the world. Known for its powerful kicks, elbows, knees, and punches, Muay Thai offers a full-body workout that builds strength, confidence, and mental resilience. But beyond the technique and conditioning, it’s also an incredible way for …
Summer Competition Highlights: Celebrating our fighters and what competition teaches us
From the mats to the ring, the athletes at Absolute MMA have been putting in serious work and it shows. June and July brought an exciting wave of competitions, and our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai teams stepped up, showed out, and made the gym proud. Across events in Utah and Nevada, Absolute athletes …
Your First Month of Muay Thai: Tips to Maximize Your Progress at Absolute MMA
Walking into your first Muay Thai class can feel like stepping into the unknown but at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah, you’re stepping into a welcoming community ready to support your martial arts journey. If you’ve never trained before, Muay Thai might seem intimidating, but we promise it’s one of the most rewarding experiences …
Preparing for your first competition: A step-by-step guide
Competing for the first time can feel intimidating. But it’s also one of the most rewarding steps in your Martial Arts journey. Nerves, excitement, and fear of failure are all normal and common emotions to experience. The purpose of this guide is to break down everything you need to do to show up prepared to …
The Top Mistakes Beginners Make in BJJ, Judo, and Muay Thai (And How to Avoid Them)
Everyone makes mistakes when starting something new, especially Martial Arts. It’s easy to stumble and fall when you’re learning a new skill. BJJ, Judo, and Muay Thai are all technical arts that require patience and consistent practice. You’re learning a brand new language through movement, timing, and technique. And like learning any new skill, beginners …
Why it’s never too late to start training BJJ, Judo, or Muay Thai
Am I too old to start martial arts? The reality is Martial Arts is for everyone, not just young people. Our mats have practitioners who started training in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. At Absolute MMA, we teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, and Muay Thai. Our coaches focus on the fundamentals of each …
The benefits of cross-training in BJJ, Judo, and Muay Thai
The best Martial Artists in the world train in multiple disciplines such as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, and Muay Thai to be well-rounded in their overall skill set. They know the importance of increasing their skill set. Great Martial Artists are also aware of the value of learning from others. BJJ, Judo, and Muay …
Women in the Ring: Choosing the Best MMA Shorts
As more women enter the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), finding the right gear becomes essential—not just for performance but comfort and confidence. One of the most important pieces of gear? MMA shorts. Whether you’re sparring, grappling, or drilling techniques, your shorts need to support unrestricted movement, durability, and comfort. At Absolute MMA, West …