Gracie Barra is like a big family, open to people of all ages and backgrounds!
PROF. SEIDLER RODRIGO
Gracie Barra West Jordan is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school located in West Jordan, Utah, near West Valley, Kearns, Taylorsville, Midvale and South Jordan. We are a Gracie Barra school, one of the largest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu organizations in the world. We offer classes for all ages, from 4-5 years old to seniors, and skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
Our experienced instructors are committed to teaching you BJJ for whatever your goals may be, whether it’s self-defense, competition, or simply getting in shape. Also, BJJ is a great martial art for women who are looking for self-defense for women.
After operating Gracie Barra School of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (GBSLC) for nearly three years, Professor Rodrigo and Professor Andrea felt it was time to expand their reach and bring Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to new communities in Utah. After some research, they discovered that the neighborhood of West Jordan, filled with families, lacked Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for both children and adults.
“The moment I saw all that space, I could clearly visualize a huge mat with many students practicing BJJ in West Jordan.”
Professor Rodrigo
So they reached out to Gracie Barra Headquarters and right away started on construction of the new school, excited about the community of West Jordan to have a Gracie Barra near them. Of course, there were challenges along the way, but with the support of both Professor Rodrigo and Professor Andrea’s families, they got the job done, starting the warm and welcoming family environment from the beginning.
“The structure of classes aligned with the team’s great support made me feel eager to dive into classes, especially after I found a Gracie Barra near me."
Professor Andrea Warner
Gracie Barra West Jordan was established in February 2022 with the aim of bringing the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes to West Jordan and surrounding areas, such as South Jordan, Kearns, Taylorsville, Midvale, and others, enhancing their health with the best martial arts for self-defense available nearby.
“I was so thrilled at opening day, even though it would be my second Gracie Barra school”
Professor Andrea
The very first 50 students who signed up received the title of Red Shield Founders. Right after the inauguration, the number of students grew quickly. From the beginning, the school offered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for kids and adults, followed by women’s only BJJ and self-defense classes.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is by far the best martial art for self defense purposes. Based on leverage, Jiu-Jitsu teaches grappling techniques to obtain control over an opponent or aggressor. The “Gentle Art” focuses on immobilizing and applying submissions by attacking the joints and neck.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches a wide variety of techniques. Often compared to a game of human chess, BJJ will require you to utilize your entire body as well as your mind to gain dominance over your training partners. No matter your level there, is always something new to learn. It is a sport that pushes creativity and strategy.
Jiu-Jitsu practitioners are known to seek healthy habits. Everything, from diet to activity level will see improvement once you begin your jiu-jitsu journey. Everything done off the mat affects performance on the mat, and successful students naturally gravitate toward a healthier way of life.
Also, brotherhood is a Gracie Barra core value. You will join a community of like-minded individuals who uplift and push you to be better. Friends made on the mat lead to great friends off the mat, too.
We are not a fight club. We are a school that seeks to offer the best jiu jitsu in Utah, in order to provide an amazing experience for our members.
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 West Jordan has been awarded a Premium BJJ School every year since 2022!
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We proudly serve students from Bluffdale, Draper, Herriman, Riverton, and, South Jordan.
If you’re looking for a Jiu Jitsu school near you in Riverton, see what our students have to say about the jiu jitsu classes at Gracie Barra Riverton. From beginners to advanced practitioners, our community speaks for itself, check out the reviews below!
EXCELLENT Based on 105 reviews MARIA EDUARDA2025-07-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Today I went to my first jiu-jitsu class and I really liked it! The environment was very respectful and everyone was so kind to me. I felt super welcomed 🥰✨ I’m already excited for the next one! Kaitlyn Jacey2025-07-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this gym to all ages, skill level, and goal types. Very kind and welcoming environment. Always a good physical workout, mental puzzle, and discipline builder. Rob2025-07-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome, my children love this place! THIAGO LOTT2025-06-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Estávamos de passagem por Salt Lake City e visitamos an academia Gracie Barra . Professores super atenciosos e a Dani realmente acolhedora. Experiência fantástica e voltamos para o Brasil com um novo aluno. Jayden Anderson2025-05-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing facility and friendly staff. I've been going there for a few months now and would highly recommended. Their hours are accommodating for everyone. Great place to get into shape and to learn a new skill. Kampton Youd2025-05-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We signed my 6 year old son up about 3 months ago and I’ve been super impressed. The professors are kind but disciplined with the kids. My son has loved going and the coaches make him feel welcomed. Quique G2025-05-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place to train! Great atmosphere, easy to learn. Amazing instructors. Nadia Wolff2025-05-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Clean gym, family-friendly environment and wonderful instructors! Very impressed by the quality of the kids classes! It's been a truly great experience here! Tom Drause2025-05-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome gym, instructors are geniuses and are able to pass along info in an easy to follow way. All of the staff are truly passionate and dedicated to making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu accessible to everyone. The gym is one of the cleanest I have ever been in. The community in the gym is truly something special and amazing. Hunter Gregory2025-05-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our kids come here 4 times a week and they love it. Accountability is big here in class and they engage with the kids very well.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Everyone finds something unique in Jiu-Jitsu, whether it’s learning self-defense, getting fit, building confidence, or simply finding a new purpose.
At Gracie Barra Riverton, our Jiu-Jitsu classes are designed to help you grow at every stage of life.
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