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Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Salt Lake City
5 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Salt Lake City, Utah
Part of Renzo Gracie Academy
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule renzogracieslc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 801-810-6550
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I was there to see my grandson receive his yellow belt there the owner Stan is kind and courteous to all the people and to his members who have classes at Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu”
“I dropped in on the 6am no gi adult class during a short visit to SLC for work.”
“The best competitors and in the world were shaped there and every now and then you get the chance to learn from one of the great BJJ Coaches of that time.”
“Although the school is brand new—having just opened under the ownership of Stan Beck—it already feels like a second home.”
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What members say
“Stan is a very patient, knowledgeable instructor who will help you effectively grow your skillset.”
“Thank you Stan Beck and the other students there for welcoming me with open arms and giving me a safe and clean place to train.”
“I would imagine this New academy to foster the same kind of learning environment and awesome family vibe that Professor Stan has brought to all of his academy's.”
“If you’re looking to truly learn Jiu-Jitsu—not just the techniques but the respect and personal growth that comes with it—this is your place.”
“Since joining, I’ve lost 30 pounds, improved my fitness, and made better choices when it comes to my diet.”
“My daughter absolutely loves the classes—Coach Stan and the team are great.”
From the reviews
THIS IS THE PLACE TO TRAIN IN SALT LAKE! SLC has a major hidden gem for the Jiu Jitsu community with Stan Beck at the clean, safe, friendly and high level academy! There were all belts, all shapes and sizes men and women all working together to help each other get better, get a good workout and not hurt each other.
I started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at 47, and I can’t say enough good things about Renzo Gracie Salt Lake City! Although the school is brand new—having just opened under the ownership of Stan Beck—it already feels like a second home.
Even though I haven’t physically trained at Renzo Gracie Salt Lake City yet, I’m proud to support this incredible sister gym to Renzo Gracie Lake Worth, where I’ve been since they opened 7 years ago and have grown tremendously in both skill and mindset.
After having decided to peruse jiu-jitsu as an art. It was a bit overwhelming figuring out what dojo to join, and if I would be satisfied with the results as well as the environment I would be submerged into would be something that fit my lifestyle.
New to BJJ? Start at Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Salt Lake City
Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Salt Lake City comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Salt Lake City
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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