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Viotti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy & Self Defense | Bountiful
4.9 ★★★★★ 177 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bountiful, Utah
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 allianceslc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 385-416-7252
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The spring-loaded mats are a game-changer—safe, comfortable, and perfect for both kids and adults to train hard without worry.”
“I’ve also had an amazing experience in the women’s class with Professor Jen.”
“He cares for his students deeply and shows up for them always if it’s at class, tournaments, or wherever really.”
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What members say
“If you're looking for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym that combines world-class instruction with a warm, family-oriented atmosphere, this place is it.”
“The gym space is beautiful, all the members were very welcoming, and the professor made us feel comfortable and tailored the training to our level.”
“Steve was extremely professional and friendly and walked me through the types of memberships, gym amenities, etc without ever pressuring me to sign up.”
“He emphasizes technique, teamwork, and discipline, all while making sure the kids are having fun and growing in confidence.”
“The instructors bring elite competition experience, but what really stands out is their exceptional teaching ability, patience and emphasis on discipline and encouragement.”
“Been training at Alliance a little over two months after being out of the grappling space for about 6 years and the experience has been amazing.”
From the reviews
I met Professor Julio when I first moved to Utah. I needed a new home to train. Julio welcomed me with open arms and has been my instructor now a little over 3 years. His caring personality is what told me I am home away from home. I was promoted to black belt under professor Julio in 2024.
Professor Julio is the top-tier jiu jitsu coach in Utah. My kids and I had the amazing opportunity to be developed by him at the previous school he was teaching at. Soon after my children started working closely with him the passion for jiu jitsu grew.
Been training at Alliance a little over two months after being out of the grappling space for about 6 years and the experience has been amazing. Steve was extremely professional and friendly and walked me through the types of memberships, gym amenities, etc without ever pressuring me to sign up.
Julio has been my jiu jitsu professor (instructor) for the last 2 years and I have had an amazing experience training underneath him. He cares for his students deeply and shows up for them always if it’s at class, tournaments, or wherever really.
New to BJJ? Start at Viotti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy & Self Defense | Bountiful
Viotti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy & Self Defense | Bountiful 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 Viotti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy & Self Defense | Bountiful
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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