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Hello! I’m Professor Mark Fonte, Head Instructor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. If you’re an adult who’s never considered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a tool

Hello! I’m Professor Mark Fonte, Head Professor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. If you’re just starting your Jiu-Jitsu journey or considering signing up for

Hello! I’m Professor Mark Fonte, Head Professor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. If you’ve ever felt uninspired by traditional gym routines, tired of repetitive

Hello! I’m Professor Mark Fonte, Head Professor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. If you’re a parent of a child between 4 and 15 years

Hello! I’m Professor Mark Fonte, a black belt and the Head Professor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. As someone who works closely with families

If you’re like many of the people who walk through our doors, you’ve probably tried the gym, and didn’t love it. I hear it all

If you’re the parent of a teenager in North Salt Lake, Bountiful, West Bountiful or Woods Cross, chances are you’ve already asked yourself: “How do

Martial arts can change lives, but choosing the right one for your goals makes all the difference.Hi, I’m Mark Fonte, black belt and head professor

Discover the Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu After 45 Hi, I’m Mark Fonte, black belt and Head Professor at Gracie Barra North Salt Lake. If you’ve ever

What Is Jiu-Jitsu for Women? Jiu-Jitsu for women refers to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) programs tailored to female practitioners. While Jiu-Jitsu is inherently inclusive, classes for

What Is a Jiu-Jitsu Class? When stepping into your first jiu jitsu class, you’re entering a world of discipline, skill development, and personal growth. Brazilian

Are you curious about the difference between Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)? While both are highly respected martial arts that teach discipline, respect, and effective

If you’ve ever stepped onto the mat for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class, you know one thing for sure: this martial art is humbling. Whether you’re

If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about starting Jiu-Jitsu classes, or maybe you’re looking for a better place to train. Either way, welcome! I’m

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re either starting your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey or you’re thinking about it, and wondering how long it takes to

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu too hard for beginners?”, you’re not alone. I hear that all the time from new students

Hi, I’m Prof. Mark Fonte, and I’ve dedicated my life to sharing the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. When women step onto the mats at