(801) 463-1727
WELCOME TO THE BERNALES INSTITUTE OF MARTIAL ARTS (B.I.M.A.)
The Bernales Institute of Martial Arts (BIMA) offers classes for kids and adults that provide practical self-defense skills within an energetic, fun, and supportive community. The martial arts taught at BIMA provide a “seatbelt for life,” giving you or your child the knowledge and skills needed for effective self-protection and empowerment. We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai / Thai Boxing, Kali (F.M.A.), Jeet Kune Do, Silat, and Combat Submission Wrestling/Mixed Martial Arts classes. We strive to meet the needs of all students, from beginners to accomplished athletes.
Founder and Chief Instructor Will Bernales is one of a select group of individuals to hold teaching certifications across a number of traditional and interdisciplinary arts.
Currently he maintains certifications in:
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Jeet Kune Do Concepts
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Kali - FMA (Filipino Martial Arts)
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Muay Thai / Thai Boxing (Utah State Representative for the World Thai Boxing Association)
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (4th Degree Black Belt)
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Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW State Representative)
Ajarn Bernales and his hand-picked instructors adapt classes to the individual situation and skill level of each student. Learn more about our Adult and Youth classes or Contact Us for more information!
BEST MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL - 2022
SCHEDULE
MONDAY
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Kali
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Youth - Black Belt Club
4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Youth - Dragons
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Women-Only Jiu-Jitsu
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Jiu-Jitsu / CSW / MMA (No Gi)
TUESDAY
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Youth - Tiny Tigers
4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Youth - Jr. Dragons
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Youth - Teens
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
WEDNESDAY
6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. - Jiu-Jitsu / CSW / MMA (No Gi)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Kali / Jeet Kune Do
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Youth - Black Belt Club
4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Youth - Dragons
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Jiu-Jitsu / CSW / MMA (No Gi)
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Silat/Kali
THURSDAY
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Jiu-Jitsu / CSW / MMA (No Gi)
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Youth - Tiny Tigers
4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Youth - Jr. Dragons
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Youth - Teens
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
FRIDAY
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Women-Only Jiu-Jitsu
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Silat
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Competition Training
SATURDAY
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Kali
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Jeet Kune Do
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Roll
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Muay Thai/Thai Boxing
CONTACT US
Feel free to contact us with any questions or special requests.
2257 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
(One block north of the I-80 exit onto State Street, turn right into the plaza immediately past the giant bowling pin on the east side of State Street.)
(801) 463-1727