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First bjj center will be closed from July 9th (Thursday) to 12th (Sunday), team go to compete at IBJJF Nationals in Las Vegas 

bjj blue belt

Congrats Cy Harmon for your blue belt!
Well deserved! — with Carlos Santos and Cy Harmonat First BJJ Center - Carlson Gracie Utah.

Lets go First bjj Carlson Gracie team

Lets go First bjj Carlson Gracie team - Don’t look now, but your time is running out. Sign up today for this year’s American National Gi & No-Gi championship.

The event will take place inside the UFC Fan Expo, at the Sands Expo venue in Las Vegas. 

Registered athletes will receive FREE admission into the UFC Fan Expo for the duration of the event weekend.

Visit www.ibjjf.org for more info 

FIRST BJJ CARLSON GRACIE UTAH.

FIRST BJJ CARLSON GRACIE UTAH
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june 13, 2015 Amazing seminar with Master @carlsongracie

june 13, 2015 Amazing seminar with Master @carlsongracie and is a great honor to be back to the ROOTS.

 @FIRSTBJJ 

CARLSON GRACIE UTAH! 

@suyanbjj @carlaosantosbjj

FIRST BJJ Happy to announce that we are official CARLSON GRACIE UTAH

FIRST BJJ Happy to announce that we are official FIRST BJJ CARLSON GRACIE UTAH / CARLSON GRACIE TEAM 

June 13,2015 - Today I received my fourth stripe from Master Carlson Gracie Jr

June 13,2015 - Today I received my fourth stripe from Master Carlson Gracie Jr after 14 years as a black belt. ‪#‎carlsonGracie‬ ‪#‎riodeJaneiro‬ ‪#‎abudhabi‬ ‪#‎dubai‬ ‪#‎BTT‬‪#‎coloradoSprings‬

 ‪#‎Utah‬ ‪#‎saltlakecity‬

Leadership, like coaching, is fighting for the hearts and souls of men and getting them to believe in you. ‪#‎beFirst‬ ‪#‎CarlsonGracieUtah‬

remember Carlson Gracie Jr. Will be in Utah this Sat. for a seminar @firstbjj open to all! Register now 8018640440

Hey guys, remember Carlson Gracie Jr. Will be in Utah this Sat. for a seminar @firstbjj open to all! Register now 8018640440

bjj in Utah

bjj in Utah

Las Vegas Spring International Open IBJJF 2015 CHAMPION!

Vegas Spring International Open IBJJF 2015 CHAMPION!!!! @FIRSTBJJ TEAM #firstbjjinutah#BeFirst Thanks GROUND FIGHTER for all support! 

New rash guard

New rash guard and short arrived at @FIRSTBJJ academy!!!
We have in WHITE, GREEN and BLUE.

Memorial Day 2015! Only adults class 11 am, no kids and night classes.

Memorial Day 2015! Only adults class 11 am, no kids and night classes.
thanks!

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Helen Litovsky

This is the place, look no further. Two Black Belt Brazilian Professors, who are truly passionate about Jiu-Jitsu. They motivate you to be successful, teach you to work hard, set up the goals and at the same time to be PATIENT. They have built great team since last July. I was one of the first students to join the First BJJ Team. Love it!!! Discipline and traditional approach provides powerful blend, secret to success. No big secret, but hard dedicated work. Great school for adults and kids, lots of families join together.

Julie Bianco

I recently had the amazing opportunity to attend a 4 day BJJ camp with Professor Carlos Santos. The instruction I received was exceptional. Professor Carlos broke down the movements and explained them in a way that was easy to understand. The classes were fun, yet structured and very thorough, which made for an optimal learning environment. The end resulting in clarity and retention of technique. I highly recommend First BJJ if you want to grow and improve your game. Be First!

Ross Milton

na última semana-

Incredible gym!!!!! The level of instruction is superb (as expected from two world champions) and I consider myself incredibly lucky to be able to roll with them every single lesson! My technique is improving so quickly and I keep surprising myself both in competition and when rolling with students from other schools.They have a really nice kids BJJ program and it's awesome to see both instructors' kids also training in the same gym! I absolutely recommend First BJJ. If you want to improve your game 10-fold, it's the place to train.

John Cobb

na última semana-

Great Professors! Carlos Santos and Suyan Queiroz are the real deal. World class champions from Brazil with so much patience. Teaching all ages the lifestyle of Brazilian Jiu Jitzu. Self defense and self control. Men, woman and children of all ages, this is the very best class you can ask for! If you're looking for World Class Gracie BJJ lineage.... this is the place!!!

Liz Beaver

na última semana

Professors Carlos Santos & Suyan Querioz are the real deal. Their records and long list of accomplishments within the sport speak for themselves. My daughter's take the kids' Brazilian jiu jitsu program and thir skill set has grown so much. The instructors are great with the kids, too - they are very good at balancing drills with fun to keep the younger set interested. When you come here, you are treated like family. I love this BJJ school!

kungfumikeh

na última semana-

This is the absolute place to learn Brazilian Jui-Jitsu! The instructor are phenomenal BJJ practitioners.World Champion Bjj competitors as well. They have a wonderful kids class and adults. I'm very happy with my instruction. If you want to be the best! This is the place to be!

Trevor Sears

na última semana-

If you want to train Jiu-Jitsu this should be the place. I have been training with the First BJJ team for a few months and I love it. These guys are like family and treat everyone with respect. I actually enrolled my daughter because I thought she could use some of the skills. Not only self defense but being a good person as well.

Rob Snarr

na última semana-

Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction in the state. Professor Carlos and professor Suyan are both world champion Brazilians that are teaching Carlos Gracie lineage BJJ right here in Utah. Be First!

US national

step in the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Martial arts - First bjj in Utah

Today marked, to my great surprise, the moment in which I made my first significant step in the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Martial arts.

My journey started approximately 8 months ago when I noticed a new Jujitsu studio adjacent to the Van Winkles Golds Gym complex. My interest was immediately piqued and I walked through the doors to be introduced to Carlos Santos and Suyan Queiroz.

Carlos and Suyan are native Brazilians and highly accomplished Brazilian Jujitsu black belts. Both of them are world champions and are of the Carlson Gracie lineage. I was met immediately with a warm reception by them both and felt excited about what they had to offer.

After a brief discussion I left their studio and headed back out into the world where I was in the process of moving into a new house and traveling out of town on business. Upon my return and completion of my move-in, I immediately returned to the Frist BJJ studio.

When I did, I was surprised that both Carlos and Suyan not only recognized me from the 15 minute visit a few weeks earlier, but they both asked me about my trip and move. I was highly impressed to say the least that their interest in me was deeper than simply as a student but more importantly as a friend.

I started attending their afternoon and evening classes. I did the best I could with my 36 year old body to make every possible training session, many of which I could only watch as a spectator because I was tired or strained as my body was being challenged in ways it never has been.

I began to crave Jujitsu. I fell asleep and woke up thinking about it. I could not go through the day without contemplating the many positions I was being taught and roll playing deploying them. I learned that Jujitsu is one part body and another part mind. It is like the ultimate game of chess.

I met other students and started developing friendships with them. New students arrived and again, I started developing friendships with them. It became apparent quickly that I was not only a student but would, as I learned and developed, be able to help others starting on their journey in Jujitsu. I started feeling purposeful beyond just developing a talent but also a skill I could pass onto others.

Of course I am still very young in my journey and in no way in a position to teach others but it has been a joy to start to be able to offer insight on the work we do on the mats. It has also been very rewarding to be humble enough to allow others to help me improve my skills. That is one of the incredible things about this sport. No matter where you are at, others are learning from you. I know I have learned a tremendous amount from my co-students, both in Jujitsu and in life.

I have found that this is so much more than a sport but a way of life. These people I see on a daily basis are becoming my family. I feel a sense of belonging and a comradery I have felt in few others places in life. I have a deep interest in seeing and celebrating my successes but especially others as we take this journey together.

I cannot begin to understand how fortunate I am to have met Carlos and Suyan, and their beautiful families, you too little Haffey, and all the other students this incredible studio has brought into my life. It provides me an overwhelming sense of belonging and fortification to participate in this training.

Until this post, I have been holding off on openly sharing my participation in Jujitsu. I even went as far as untagging myself from related posts. I did this because for me, I felt like it was important to not just do it and then brag about it (something I have been guilty of in the past), but rather hold off and ensure that my dedication to it was more than just a passing hobby but rather a commitment to a new lifestyle. One in which my body is evolving as is my mind and relationships with others. Today marked that occasion and I am proud to publicly have the opportunity to thank all those individuals who have helped me achieve the success that I was honored with today.

So to Carlos, Suyan, their families who support their efforts, and the many students I have the honor of training alongside, Helen, Mikey Son, Jonut, Ginga, Gustavo, Cy, Greggers, Ross Dress for Less, Corby, Trevors, Ashely & Hob, Big Pedro, Matheus, Chad, Carson, Hick, Le Ane Lli, Ryan, Chaves, Samus, and the newer students who I know by face but which my dumb brain remains scattered as to names… thank you all!

And although I can express my warm regards here, I doubt that any of you will ever understand how truly remarkable and blessed I feel to have your support and friendships and how important and meaningful they are to me in my life! I consider First BJJ Center to be my second family, and for that I am grateful.

First BJJ - Minot ND team

First BJJ  - Minot ND team 

Grand Master Carlson Gracie Jr. will be in Salt Lake City for a 3 hours BJJ seminar on June 13th.

GREAT NEWS! FIRST TIME! 
Grand Master Carlson Gracie Jr. will be in Salt Lake City for a 3 hours BJJ seminar on June 13th. 
START: 11 AM
PRICE: until 06/8 = $55 / after = $65
All participants receive certificate.
Open to all fighters and schools!
Don't miss this opportunity!!! 
info: 801 8640440 / 801 3009132 

BJJ it's not something you achieve and forget, it's something you attain and maintain. - FirstBjj ‪#‎beFirst‬

BJJ it's not something you achieve and forget, it's something you attain and maintain. - FirstBjj ‪#‎beFirst‬
Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy in Utah

GOOD LUCK First BJJ Center - Minot ND team at Chicago Spring International Open 2015

GOOD LUCK First BJJ Center - Minot ND team 
at Chicago Spring International Open 2015
 March 28th & 29th, 2015

WHITE / Adult / Male / Feather Gerald Rivera​ 
WHITE / Adult / Male / Super Heavy- Ryan Kerbel​
WHITE / Adult / Female / Medium Heavy -  Julie Jardine-Bianco​
BLUE / Adult / Male / Middle-  Joseph Rhoades​
BLUE / Adult / Male / Medium Heavy-  Christopher James Velez​  
 #beFirst  #smash 

mestre Carlson Gracie JR. and Prof. Suyan represent First bjj Team at Pan 2015

mestre Carlson Gracie JR. and Prof. Suyan represent First bjj Team at Pan 2015 LA ‪#‎beFirst‬
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Brazilian JIU-JITSU in UTAH

First BJJ SCHEDULE

First BJJ SCHEDULE

Monday to Friday
Adults 12:00 pm - 1:10 pm
6:20 pm - 7:40 pm

Saturdays / Sábados
Adults 11:00am - 12:30pm

-Monday to Thursday
  Kids 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm

MMA (BASICS CONCEPTS) SCHEDULE
#Friday
  Adults 10:15 am - 11:30 am

BJJ journey!

Congrats Tito for the great job on the mat and the small step in your BJJ journey!
@FIRSTBJJ #BeFirst #bjjalwayslearning
@carlaosantosbjj @suyanbjj — with Carlos Santos,Tito Rivarola and Carlos Santos at First BJJ Center.
UTAH BJJ 

Why Kids Quit Jiu-Jitsu (& How to Prevent it!)

Calavera Martial Arts - Coach Charles Alafita from Minot, North Dakota is official @FIRSTBJJ Affiliated

Happy to announce that Calavera Martial Arts - Coach Charles Alafita from Minot, North Dakota is official @FIRSTBJJ Affiliated #beFirst ooosss

"LEADERS & CHAMPIONS ARE MADE...NOT BORN!"

"LEADERS & CHAMPIONS ARE MADE...NOT BORN!"

Welcome to First bjjCenter, building LEADERS & CHAMPIONS since 2014 in Utah! Are you looking for an activity that breeds confidence, physical fitness and respect all in a safe environment? At First bjj, we will challenge you/your child mentally, physically, emotionally and socially to become LEADERS in life and not followers! 

First bjj is a warm and family friendly environment where we can change you and your child's life forever through BJJ

First bjj Center is a warm and family friendly environment where we can change you and your child's life forever through BJJ - BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU martial arts.
Salt Lake city, Utah.

new bjj yellow belts!

Congrats Nick and Luke for the yellow belt graduation  at First bjj Utah 

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#friday 10:15am MMA basics @firstbjj #firstbjj 

next Wednesday FIRST BJJ start the jiu-jitsu & self defense program at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

next Wednesday FIRST BJJ start the jiu-jitsu & self defense program at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School - Sandy, UT

2015 Northwest Submission Challenge

Registration for the 2015 Northwest Submission Challenge is now open!!!! Early bird registration ends April 1st so get registered to get your free T-shirt and cheaper registration. Remember all registration is refundable until a week before the tournament so register today RISK FREE!
http://www.strongvon.com/15NWSC/m_tournament_main.jsp…