When it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), protection and safety are paramount. One often overlooked but crucial piece of protective gear is headgear. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out on your BJJ journey, having the right headgear can significantly prevent injuries and enhance your overall training experience. In this article, we’ll introduce …
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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. …
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 …
What is Wrestling and how can it benefit me?
Wrestling is one of the oldest Martial Arts in the world with official Wrestling competitions going as far back as ancient Greece. We teach Wrestling here at Absolute MMA in West Jordan, Utah as a Combat Sport. You’ll learn effective grappling techniques you can use both in organized competition (i.e. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments, Mixed …
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 …