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8.9
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Coach Ned is so knowledgeable and knows how to break moves down simply. Many members are there to work hard but are friendly and helpful if you need help, all around a great environment.
Posted 1 year ago
Daniel Pineda
This is a really great MMA gym, the whole place is super clean super organized, the instructor actually teaches you and treats everyone fairly and I would recommend people to go
Gladiator Fight Academy is the perfect spot for anyone serious about MMA. The atmosphere is disciplined, welcoming, and built for real growth.
Coach Ned is top-tier! his knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to break down techniques make every session invaluable. He pushes you to be your best while sharpening fundamentals, strategy, and conditioning.
If you’re looking to level up, this is the gym to be at!
Started training here a couple of weeks ago, and it's been a great experience. This is an excellent MMA gym, highly recommend it to anyone looking to train. The instructor, Ned, is a world class teacher, and the facility is well-designed and kept super clean. The people here are knowledgeable, welcoming, and create a solid gym culture.
Posted 1 year ago
alex witte
Great place to get in shape and all around great experience
Posted 1 year ago
настя пономарева
Замечательное место для детей. Тренер очень внимательный и уделяет время каждому ребенку.
Posted 1 year ago
Gavin Massey
I stopped in to check out the Muay Thai/MMA last night. Great gym. The coach was welcoming and let me jump into class. I was excited to learn he was a student of Sakasem the Punisher who is a legend in Muay Thai, so he really knows his stuff. What stands out best about this gym is how well it is organized, the coach has a plan and every minute of class is used productively. Also the coach has a consistent weekly schedule. Additionally the gym was clean and all of the equipment is in good working order. I am looking forward to doing some sparring next Saturday. A very professional gym, with a passionate instructor.
Posted 1 year ago
Luke Slutzky
Came for the Muy Thai session, stayed for the MMA. Great coach teaching a bunch of respectful athletes. Locked in the fundamentals of both Muy Thai and MMA combos, by the end I was drenched in sweat. Definitely walked out of there learning something! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a gym in the SLC area.
Great facility and classes for all levels. Very clean, everyone is friendly and respectful. Coach Ned is experienced, helpful and encouraging which made my 14 year old nephew's first experience with MMA go great, while I got a great workout in. Perfect balance of technical and comprehensive; nothing was over or under-explained.
Posted 2 years ago
isaac deveaux
Awesome gym. Learning a lot and great community.
Posted 2 years ago
JESUS GRADO
Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing atmosphere.
Posted 2 years ago
Truong Vo
Great gym, went for the 1st time and learn a lot.
Highly recommend!!
Posted 2 years ago
Davin Busby
Great place just went for the first time and learn so much! Can’t wait to keep going!
Posted 2 years ago
Chanden Reid
Very welcoming, I will be back for sure!
Posted 2 years ago
Johnathan Lamb
I’ve checked out several MMA gyms in the valley, but this one is my new favorite! The atmosphere is electric, welcoming both seasoned fighters and newcomers with open arms. The team here is incredibly knowledgeable, brimming with patience and empathy to help you get your goals. If you’re on the fence about joining, stop debating and dive in tonight – you’re in for an exhilarating ride!
Posted 2 years ago
Jake
Great feedback on technique and great workouts for conditioning
Posted 2 years ago
Kaden Oldroyd
I went in for my free class and it was a very good atmosphere. Everybody was kind and patient with me as a beginner.
Posted 2 years ago
Inter MNE Logistics INC
Amazing atmosphere, great coaches!! Very clean gym with great students of all levels. Definitely coming back!!
Posted 2 years ago
Nikola Milacic
I was hearing from my friends about atmosphere and good workouts at this place,i went to check it out by my self and i had a blast,great coaches,clean gym and friendly people.
Go there you would not regret it. 10/10
Posted 2 years ago
Alexander Wajsman
Awesome guys
Posted 2 years ago
Jayson
The instructors here are simply amazing. I had no formal experience fighting, and was honestly a little scared showing up for the first class. Within about 30 seconds that fear went away, as the instructors were kind and informative, and the sparing partners all shared a great deal of respect and restraint for each other in the process of learning. I am looking forward to my path of learning Muay Thai, and BJJ, and hope to be one of the locals who helps others get into it some day! Special thanks to Ned, one of the instructors for all his help. Can't recommend this spot enough if you are fresh off the street, looking to learn, or if you are an experienced fighter looking to get some reps in. The Gym will scale with you seamlessly, and although a welcoming environment, will test you in the best ways.
Posted 2 years ago
Liam Lawrence
Great class
Posted 2 years ago
David Ward
Amazing place totally recommend it ..
Posted 2 years ago
Cynthia Santiago
Great, clean gym! Excellent training.
Posted 2 years ago
Brennan Barfuss
Ned's awesome. Intense workout, a lot of focus on technique and improvement. Definitely recommend.
Posted 2 years ago
Carlos Soto
I was in here for the Muay Thai class and it was pretty good. People were friendly and seemed to be focused on their own goals. Coach was engaging and seemed very knowledgeable. It was overall a positive experience.
Posted 2 years ago
LaNdO CaLrIsSiAn
Great training! A lot of conditioning and the coach is very hands on!
Posted 2 years ago
Aaron Bandiola
It was great! The instructor is always hands on, helping where you’re going wrong. It’s a good environment and everyone is understanding. Definitely going back.
Posted 2 years ago
Skyler Armenta
Ned is an amazing instructor very welcoming I wish I could give this more than 5 stars
Posted 2 years ago
Harry Calmar
This is a great place to learn. I just started and despite knowing very little about mma I feel like I can grown here without getting hurt. Hard to find. Highly recommend. Very knowledgeable coaches. -Harry
Posted 2 years ago
Vitor Karpha
Best team for sure 💪🏽🔥
Posted 2 years ago
Leo Perez
Amazing Experience! I learned so much just one session. Gym is clean, atmosphere is friendly and fun.
Posted 2 years ago
Luis Ramirez
Ned is an outstanding instructor. I would rate this place 10 stars if I could. My friend Danny has been coming to this gym for a month. He convinced me to try it out for the free session, and it was an amazing experience. Got a good sweat in and learned some new techniques. Highly considering coming here once I finish my marathon training.
Posted 2 years ago
Daniel Salazar
Gustavo is a solid trainer and gets you up to speed quickly even if you have little experience. Will definitely recommend becoming a regular here.
Posted 2 years ago
Andrea Salazar
Great learning experience!
Posted 2 years ago
Edgar Castro
Very great gym went in for free trial class and was very satisfied with my experience a very good gym with great people definitely will be coming back for more
Posted 2 years ago
Danny
This is the best Muay Thai gym in Salt Lake . Don’t let the name sway you if you’re a beginner. In the one free trial class I took here, I felt like I learned more than a month’s worth of classes at another Muay Thai gym in Salt Lake.
*** Disclaimer / Edit
The monthly subscription is on a month to month basis. Meaning, if you signed up on the 22nd day of the month (like me) for example, you’re paying a full months subscription for only 8 days. Then you’re charged again for the new month. I was not made aware of this when signing up otherwise I would’ve waited until the 1st. Learn from my expensive mistake.
Posted 2 years ago
Amara Ramírez
I was a little nervous coming in for my first class since I was the only woman but everyone was very nice and understanding!, I felt welcome and comfortable, the workout was intense and challenging for me but coach Ned was really patient and helpful throughout the class.The gym is really clean and have lots of equipment.
Posted 2 years ago
David Lee
Great instructor. Solid class and workout with real focus on technique and conditioning.
Posted 2 years ago
gage erickson
Amazing gym, great coach. Willing to work with you patiently no matter what level you are at l. Highly recommend if you want to really learn to fight
Posted 2 years ago
Adrian Ortega
Really awesome place to be at glad I came here to learn MMA.
Posted 2 years ago
Alex Lopez
great gym with a good environment and a good coach
Posted 2 years ago
Matt Jevtic
coach Ned is a great instructor. great gym for advanced or beginner
Posted 2 years ago
Mason Reynolds
First class was very informative and helpful plus it was free to try it out
Posted 2 years ago
princegriz
First day was free, great work out. The coach legit fights and so do a few others I'm told. I will be going back.
Posted 2 years ago
Chris Lindley
Today was my first day, I had a great time. It was a great workout, and an even better experience. I found exactly what I was looking for at Gladiator Fight Academy…a legitimate fight gym that will push me to my limits. I’m amazed at how much I learned for my first day there. Coach Ned is the real deal. It is a clean gym, with great equipment, and a coach who knows his stuff. If you’re like me, looking for a good place to learn how to fight, stop by Gladiator Fight Academy and give it a shot. You won’t want to look anywhere else. I’ll definitely be going back for more!
Posted 3 years ago
Liam Fick
Fire gym
Posted 3 years ago
Brandon
Great coach, gym, and peers! Highly recommend if you're looking for that intimate MMA training experience.
Posted 3 years ago
Gabe Kutner
Learned so much after just a couple sessions. I look forward to going everyday!
Posted 3 years ago
Wyatt Leaf
Just starting out great first experience and great guys
Posted 3 years ago
Leo Reyes
Great workout and all the techniques are taught super well !
Posted 3 years ago
Sebastian Gomez
Great place.
Posted 3 years ago
Hugh Marshall
Negligence is not tolerated here. If you want to train hard this is the place to do it.
Posted 3 years ago
Derrick Collins
Came for my first time they were super friendly and the coach really broke things down and was super patience any first timers I recommend coming here would give this place one million out of 10
Posted 3 years ago
Angel Granados
Great coaching staff ,everyone was friendly. I would recommend this gym !
Posted 3 years ago
Arton Ramadani
Good coaching and good environment. Would recommend!
Posted 3 years ago
Tresttan Wittke
Coach Ned's class was high intensity, good for building relentless cardio for Muai Tai and wrestling. Definitely good place for beginners and advanced to get quality reps. Shows what mma is really about.
Posted 3 years ago
Alex Nixon
I wanted to learn self-defense and a friend recommended I come here and learn Muay Thai. I have loved every minute of it and really look forward to going to class. The instructor Ned is super nice and welcoming. I was a total beginner and he worked with me to show me the basics and got me up to speed. Everyone that goes to class has also been really nice and welcoming. Iv never felt out of place or overly embarrassed when I totally do things wrong. This is a great place to go it’s again very welcoming and feels very safe. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn Muay Thai or MMA.
Posted 3 years ago
A A
First time being in a professional fighting gym, the other trainees and training coach are extremely supportive, welcoming and friendly. They are interactive in each class and show you what you are doing wrong and what you can do to fix it to protect yourself and to be on the offensive. Great fighting gym with amazing prices! Highly recommend.
Posted 3 years ago
abel guzman
Great gym for all levels
Posted 3 years ago
Pablo Correa
fun class
Posted 3 years ago
Shai Salas
Friendly gym that builds a great atmosphere to learn mma, and a very knowledgeable and experienced coach
Posted 3 years ago
Antonio Recinos
Great instructor first time was a very good experience
Posted 3 years ago
Miguel Rivera
Came here for a class to check out the gym and ended up signing up the same day. Students are super chill and inviting l, coach is an expert and willing to help you if you put in the effort. I haven’t gone home once not dripping sweat and will be sticking around as long as I can. #NoGutPunchesToday
Posted 3 years ago
Esoteric Paths
Intense, but top notch training for anyone serious about jiu-jitsu, muay Thai, or MMA
Posted 3 years ago
Darby Fitchpatrick
Currently shopping around for the best gym for me and my experience (or lack thereof 😂) and this was my first stop. Coach Ned doesn't care of your new, seasoned or somewhere in between; he will NOT go easy on you and if that's what you're looking for, gladiator is the place for you. By far one of the better experiences I've had with this sport. Thanks Coach.
Posted 3 years ago
colin olson
Gladiator Fight Academy is top notch. Coach Neds attention to detail and technique is second to none. He takes the time to work with you and dial you in as an individual. While Muay Thai and BJJ may seem intimidating the people and coach dissolve that right away. GFA is truly a gym full of incredible people bettering themselves and fine tuning their skills. Couldn’t ask for a better coach or gym.
Posted 3 years ago
Cesar Cbl
the training is very good since the trainer corrects and explains each person well
Posted 3 years ago
Gustavo Cendejas
If you are new to MMA I really recommend this gym. The trainers are professional very helpful and patient. It's a very good workout whether you are planning to compete or just for self-defense. They are also more affordable than some of the other gyms and you get the same quality training or if not better.
Posted 3 years ago
C Folau
NED'S a beast, better coach!
Posted 3 years ago
Tanner Francisco
Great gym and coach. Very nice academy
Posted 3 years ago
Helen Hs
Cleanly. Precise. Engaging.
The people who come here are friendly but are also beasts in their own unique forms! Experience levels vary from expert to beginners, yet Ned knows and directs all levels with great attention and insight.
I'm a beginner in Muy Thai and MMA style fighting, and I felt very comfortable here.
I'm grateful to have found this gym
Posted 3 years ago
Aaron Hunsaker
Great classes with awesome coaches.
Posted 3 years ago
K Serdz
Best muay thai/mma/bjj training gym around SLC area!
Posted 3 years ago
Collin Normington
Just wanna start by saying, truly inspired to be here. It’s a good environment for learning, it’s also a good environment to push yourself, also for more experienced fighters it’s a good bang sesh! Everyone needs those. Get here or be square. Not many places you can just come in and be treated like family, everyone that’s there has been taught to help encourage others to feel comfortable and to just become better. Super fun !! The rating is a 5 because we’ll it’s a solid 5
Posted 3 years ago
diamond encounters
Super great experience, all the fighters there actually know what they are doing, not some guy in Lu lu lemon shorts who’s never been in a fight with soft knuckles. Train with some of the best you’re gonna learn the way. Great environment to learn as well, don’t miss out on these guys serious skills serious knowledge here.
Posted 3 years ago
Radivoje Zarubica
Great place to train weather you are beginner or a serious competitor. They have kids classes as well. Coach Ned is extremely knowledgeable and he tries really hard to help people meet their goals. Also, place is super clean and all training equipment seems to be new.
Posted 3 years ago
Milan Obradovic
Amazing atmosphere, great knowledgeable instructors, highly recommend it for anyone at any level.
Posted 3 years ago
ACE 100
I seen the head instructor physically attack a member in front of woman and children.
Then the head instructor called the cops on this poor guy.
Very unprofessional.
I would never take my kids to this place.
The poor guy just wanted to pick up his stuff.
