Gracie Barra is like a big family, open to people of all ages and backgrounds!
PROF. SEIDLER RODRIGO
Learn more about the amazing team dedicated to giving you the best BJJ classes in Utah!
HEAD PROFESSOR, BLACK BELT, 2nd DEGREE
Professor Rodrigo isn’t just a teacher, he’s a passionate advocate for the Gracie Barra philosophy: “Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.” He builds confidence and community on the mats, helping students of all levels reach their full potential.
Black Belt – Master 2 & 3
PROFESSOR, BROWN BELT
Professor Andrea Warner is a BJJ enthusiast who creates a welcoming environment for students to learn and grow. She is also primarily responsible for the women’s only class, aimed at creating a supportive environment and bringing more girls into the gentle art.
PROFESSOR, BLACK BELT, 2nd DEGREE
Professor Eliezer Neto is both a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor and an IBJJF referee. He emphasizes the importance of instilling self-confidence and respect in his students while ensuring they understand BJJ rules.
ASSISTANT COACH, BLUE BELT
Coach Pedro Santos is a dedicated and compassionate BJJ instructor who loves helping kids and teens develop their skills on the mats and grow into remarkable individuals through Jiu-Jitsu.
At Gracie Barra Riverton, all our BJJ instructors are certified through the Gracie Barra Instructor Certification Program (ICP). This rigorous program ensures they possess the highest level of knowledge, teaching skills, and leadership qualities. Also, all our instructors have their background checked and receive CPR training. Through ICP, they gain access to cutting-edge techniques, proven teaching methods, and ongoing support from the Gracie Barra team. This dedication to continuous improvement allows them to effectively guide you on your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey in Utah.
With over 1,000 schools worldwide, Gracie Barra offers a global community dedicated to the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our family-oriented environment is a perfect place to learn and develop self-confidence and self-discipline. Our clean, friendly, and progress-minded environment allows for both a challenging and inspirational learning and training experience that aims to encourage and make students excited to come back. Gracie Barra is for anyone who values discipline, wellness, martial arts, and respect. We are sure you will find an exciting and challenging place that will allow you to achieve your fitness goals. Bring your family to experience a unique lifestyle!
The Gracie Barra Premium School award is a prestigious recognition bestowed upon select Gracie Barra schools that demonstrate exceptional standards of excellence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu education and community engagement. This award signifies a commitment to upholding the core values of Gracie Barra, including integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.
Gracie Barra Premium Schools are distinguished by their dedication to providing students with the highest quality of instruction, fostering a positive and inclusive training environment, and actively contributing to the growth and promotion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu within their communities. Earning the Gracie Barra Premium School award is a testament to a school’s dedication to excellence and its role as a leader in the global Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community.
Gracie Barra Utah’s schools have been awarded a Premium BJJ School every year since 2020!
carlos daniel Rodrigues2024-06-15Gracie Barra Riverton! This school is set to become a benchmark in jiu-jitsu training and education, and we already know it will provide an exceptional experience for all students, regardless of skill level.Razvan Platon2024-06-14The training at Gracie Barra has been great. The coaches take a personal interest in every students progression. But most of all, the community is amazing! I jump around between the Salt Lake, West Jordan, and Sandy locations and I’m excited to try out Riverton.Clara Reis2024-06-14All the professors are extremely professional and caring! They understand people’s limitations and help the students to work on them.Rene Hernandez2024-06-14Absolutely love Gracie Barra, their staff is amazing, the professors and coaches really are the best. I’ve been training since last year in October. Ive also enrolled my daughter into Gracie Barra kids class and I have noticed the confidence in her. She used to be so shy and now she’s so outgoing. Gracie Barra jiujitsu has made her break out of her shy shell and she super confident and outgoing and I strongly believe it’s because of trainingDavid Suliafu2024-06-14Best gym ever ! Professors are amazing, students are great team mates like a family! Healthiest environment to learn !
Gracie Barra Riverton offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes to the following locations: Bluffdale, Draper, Herriman, Riverton, Sandy and South Jordan. Join our family!
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