BIMA offers classes for kids and adults, taught by certified and experienced instructors. Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, Eskrima/Kali, Silat, JKD, MMA, and CSW.
The Bernales Institute of Martial Arts offers expert instruction within a supportive community atmosphere. We offer classes for kids and adults in a variety of arts, taught by certified instructors with decades of experience. Children's classes start at age 5 and, according to age-appropriateness, consist of Jiu-Jitsu, Eskrima/Kali, Jeet Kune Do, and Muay Thai Boxing. Adult class offerings also in
It's a Russian leg knot in Catch, Shooto, and MMA. It's a Reap in Jiu-Jitsu.
Professor Will and Luke
Krabi Krabong, Sword Art of Thailand, at the Utah Asian Festival - Kolton and Dev
BIMA Demo Team at the Asian Festival
Combat Submission Wrestling/Jiu-Jitsu: Attacks from Kesa Gatame or Side-Body Position - Professor Will and Cody
06/09/2026
Private lessons are available in all arts!
06/08/2026
Thank you to all of our BIMA students who worked so hard to prepare and gave a great performance at the Utah Asian Festival on Saturday, and thank you to the Festival for allowing us to participate!
Back Row: Kolton, Dev, Alex, Andrew, Will, Bill, Ian, Easton, Trian, Max
Middle Row: Cathy, Rowan, Henry, Rhys, Ben
Front Row: Jack, Allyse
Jiu-Jitsu: Everyone should know the Balloon Armbar. Meet Its Sister: The Balloon Omoplata - Professor Will and Lorne
06/03/2026
Don't miss BIMA's performance this Saturday on the outdoor stage at the Utah Asian Festival, at about 3:10 p.m.!
Dirty Boxing / In-Fighting:
Drill and Combination - Ajarn Will, Sara, and Sherry
05/29/2026
Next week is Bring a Friend to Class week for June! Bring a friend or family member with you to class for free!
| Monday | 11am - 1pm |
| 4pm - 9:30pm | |
| Tuesday | 11am - 12pm |
| 4pm - 9:30pm | |
| Wednesday | 11am - 2pm |
| 4pm - 9:30pm | |
| Thursday | 11am - 12pm |
| 4pm - 9:30pm | |
| Friday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 2pm |