Gladiator Fight Academy

Gladiator Fight Academy

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A mixed martial arts gym in Salt Lake City, UT. We offer Muay Thai, MMA, kids classes, and private lessons.

Winner of Best of SLC 2024 & 2025 (top finalist 2023). At Gladiator Fight Academy, we have the highly knowledgeable and skillful:
- Muay Thai 2nd Degree Black Belt Coach Ned
- Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Gi-NoGi by Black Belt Professor Gustavo Rodrigues
- MMA Takedowns, Defense and Offense coached by division 1 Iowa State wrestler and now Pro MMA Fighter Cole Shafer
- Ground and Pound and MMA Submissions

Beating Half Guard Overhook/Whizzer with this: Williams Guard/Neil Knot/Under sweep + Getup #gfamma 06/17/2026

Think you’re stuck in half guard? Think again. This sneaky whizzer/overhook attack turns a defensive position into a dangerous offensive opportunity. Whether you’re training MMA, BJJ, or just looking to sharpen your ground game, this is a high-percentage technique you need in your arsenal.

👊 Want to learn moves like this in a fun, supportive environment?

✅ FREE Trial Classes Available

✅ No Gear Needed – Just bring yourself! We provide everything you need.

✅ Beginner Friendly – From first-timers to experienced competitors, everyone is welcome.

📅 M-F Schedule:
🥊 Muay Thai – 6 PM
🔥 MMA – 7 PM

👦👧 Kids Classes:
📍 Tuesday & Thursday – 5 PM

🥋 Sparring Saturdays:
👊 Kids Sparring – 12 PM
👊 Adult Sparring – 1 PM

☀️ SUMMER SPECIALS ARE HERE!
💰 Discounted memberships available for BOTH kids and adults for a limited time.

Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, confidence, or simply having fun while learning a new skill, we’ve got a place for you.

🧨 If you haven’t already be sure to subscribe to Coach Ned’s YT channel 🧨

Beating Half Guard Overhook/Whizzer with this: Williams Guard/Neil Knot/Under sweep + Getup #gfamma This is a demonstrational and instructional video of how to Overcom...

06/15/2026

📹 “It’s a video, god damnit!”

Take Coach Ned’s advice and stop watching from the sidelines!

🔥 NOW is the best time to try.�✅ FREE first class�✅ Summer membership discounts for adults & kids

Adults:�🥊 Muay Thai — Mon-Fri at 6 PM�🥋 MMA — Mon-Fri at 7 PM
🔥 Sparring Saturdays at 1 PM

�👊 Try one or BOTH classes FREE your first visit

Kids:�⭐ Classes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5 PM�🥊 Sparring Saturdays at Noon

Come have some fun, learn real skills, get in shape, and follow Coach Ned’s lead. 😎

06/11/2026

☀️ Don’t Let Your Kid Waste the Summer on the Couch! ☀️

Video games and boredom will always be there… but summer only comes once a year.

Give your child something fun, exciting, and meaningful to look forward to 3 days a week!

At our kids’ program, they’ll learn:
✅ Self-defense
✅ Discipline & respect
✅ Confidence
✅ Focus & perseverance
✅ How to make great friendships

And the best part? All they need is comfortable clothes—we provide everything else!

📅 Kids Classes:
🥊 Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:00 PM
🥊 Sparring Saturdays at 12:00 PM

Whether your child is shy, struggling with confidence, dealing with bullying, or simply needs a positive outlet, Coach Ned knows exactly how to help. He was once that kid himself, and he’s passionate about helping every student grow stronger—inside and out.

🔥 SUMMER DISCOUNT HAPPENING NOW! 🔥
✔ Unlimited classes each month
✔ No contracts
✔ Cancel anytime

While your child is building lifelong skills, confidence, and friendships, you get a well-deserved break. Everybody wins. 😎

🎉 Join us for a FREE trial class TONIGHT! 🎉

06/07/2026

🥊 Boxing is a great place to start.
But if you want to learn how to strike, wrestle, grapple, defend takedowns, and handle real pressure… step into MMA.

Most people never go back.

🔥 FREE Trial Class

📅 Weekly Schedule:�• Muay Thai — Mon–Fri @ 6 PM�• MMA — Mon–Fri @ 7 PM
👦 Kids Classes:�• Tue & Thu @ 5 PM
🥋 Sparring:�• Kids — Sat @ 12 PM�• Adults — Sat @ 1 PM

Stop hitting bags. Start becoming a complete fighter.

06/04/2026

HIGH KICK Catch to Makhachev-Style Leg Tie → Snap Down or Golf Swing Sweep. 🔥

Check our more instructional YT videos on Coach Ned’s channel. Link in bio. 🗒️

06/01/2026

One of the many cool things you’ll learn at GFA: Muay Thai sweep dumps. 🥊

Whether you’re looking to compete, get fit, build confidence, or learn real skills, now is a great time to get started.

✅ FREE Trial Class

📅 Weekly Schedule:
• Muay Thai: Monday–Friday at 6 PM
• MMA: Monday–Friday at 7 PM
• Kids Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5 PM
• Kids Sparring: Saturdays at 12 PM
• Adult Sparring: Saturdays at 1 PM

If you’ve been thinking about trying it, this is your sign. Come train with us!

05/30/2026

Rain changed the plans! 🌧️🥊

Sparring is back on tomorrow AT GFA.

👊 Kids Sparring – 12:00 PM

👊 Adult Sparring – 1:00 PM

Let’s get some rounds in!

05/27/2026

GFA Open Gym tonight | 6–8 PM 🔥 Train hard. Stay sharp.

05/25/2026

🔥 SCRAMBLES. SUBMISSIONS. GOOD VIBES. 🔥

This Memorial Day, we want to thank all who served and sacrificed 🇺🇸🙏

And yes — we ARE OPEN tonight 💥🥊

✅ Muay Thai at 6PM
✅ MMA at 7PM

⚠️ TODAY ONLY — FLASH SALE ⚠️
Sign up by the end of the day and get 40% OFF your first month membership for you OR your child 👊

Never trained before?
👉 Perfect day for a FREE trial.

Been in before but haven’t signed up yet?
👉 Perfect day to jump in and save big.

✔️ No contracts
✔️ Month-to-month memberships
✔️ Cancel anytime

Come train with us tonight 💯

05/25/2026

Memorial Day plans:

☀️ BBQ

🇺🇸 Good vibes

🥊 40% OFF your first months membership at GFAMMA

One of these lasts longer than the potato salad.

*valid ONLY for new students and ONLY on May 25, 2026.*

***GFA WILL BE OPEN AND RUNNING CLASSES TOMORROW - Please check with Prof Gustavo for BJJ***

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275 E 3324 South
South Salt Lake, UT
84115

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 2pm
4:30pm - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
4:30pm - 8pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Saturday 1pm - 3pm