Ivan Salaverry MMA

Ivan Salaverry MMA operates at 230 8th Ave N in Seattle, Washington. Serving martial artists and combat sports athletes in downtown Seattle, the facility functions as the training headquarters for Team Ivan and the Roosters Wrestling Club. Founder and head coach Ivan Salaverry directs daily instruction across mixed martial arts, submission grappling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A multiple-time UFC veteran, Salaverry earned his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Marcelo Alonso within the Carlson Gracie lineage, having also trained under coaches such as Matt Hume and Maurice Smith. The coaching staff includes assistant instructors who teach striking fundamentals and grappling defense. Curriculum tracks include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission wrestling, No-Gi BJJ, Muay Thai kickboxing, and wrestling through the Roosters Wrestling Club. Classes accommodate beginner students focusing on basic movement along with competitive fighters preparing for combat sports bouts. Prospective members can check weekly schedules and sign up for sessions through the gym website.