MMA – mixed martial arts – is a sport that has consistently grown in popularity over the past couple of decades. In fact, nearly half of the viewing audience for MMA fights is between the ages of 18 and 35, and those people are talking with other enthusiasts, making MMA the third most popular sport …
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What Is the Difference Between Muay Thai and Kickboxing?
Since its introduction in the United States in the 1970s, kickboxing has been practiced by fighters and martial arts practitioners of all backgrounds. The fact that it is a hybrid martial art, one that combines elements from multiple different fighting styles, is one of the main reasons kickboxing is so celebrated today. If you trace …
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. …
How to Find the Right Size Gloves for Muay Thai
Muay Thai may be known for its explosive kicks and elbow strikes, but one piece of equipment is paramount for fighters of all skill levels and ages: tough and dependable gloves. From its inception, Muay Thai has been practiced by warriors during peacetime as a way to hone the mind and the body, and the …
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 …
Does Kickboxing help with self-defense?
The answer to your question is yes! You can learn Kickboxing which is a part of our Muay Thai program here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah. People with a variety of different goals such as improving their physical fitness and wanting to fight in organized competition consistently train here. Our classes cover everything …
What is the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belt system?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the fastest growing Martial Arts in the world! At Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah, we teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for students of all levels. Our classes are at varying times throughout the week to meet your needs. If you’re reading this blog post, you’re interested in learning more …
Lessons learned from IBJJF World Champion and Absolute MMA team member Lyndsie Hauck
2021 was a rewarding year for Absolute MMA team member Lyndsie Hauck. As a blue belt, Lyndsie won the IBJJF Boise Open, IBJJF Pan, IBJJF World Masters, IBJJF International Masters, and IBJJF Worlds. This incredible accomplishment can be greatly attributed to Lyndsie’s work ethic and dedication to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Below are …