I love training at Foundations because of the inclusive atmosphere. I tried a few gyms before finding Foundations and really loved that at Foundations, everyone is genuinely so happy to be there and there's a super welcoming and inclusive vibe, especially for lgbtqia+ folks and women. It doesn't matter your skill level, the instructors are all very knowledgeable and able to adapt the lessons to meet you wherever you're at and help you train to meet your individual goals. I feel very lucky to be part of this community and to continue growing my jiu jitsu skills here. I highly recommend this place and often bring new friends to try jiu jitsu out here!
November 2025
Was hesitant to get started because I was and still am overweight. Crew at Foundations as been super nice, welcoming, and supportive throughout my journey. If you are thinking about starting jiu jitsu this is the place to go in Madison. High quality instructors in a laid back and fun environment. What more can you ask for?
November 2025
My son and I have been attending Foundation Jiu Jitsu for the past three months, and our experience has been excellent. The youth program is especially great — parents can participate, which really helps kids who are shy or new feel more comfortable getting started. Coach Chris does a wonderful job paying attention to each child and creating classes that are both welcoming and engaging.
For the adult class, the atmosphere is friendly and supportive, and every session offers something new to learn. I really appreciate learning from multiple instructors, each with their own strengths and coaching style. Arun and Matt, along with the rest of the team,... read full review
I love training at Foundations because of the inclusive atmosphere. I tried a few gyms before finding Foundations and really loved that at Foundations, everyone is genuinely so happy to be there and there's a super welcoming and inclusive vibe, especially for lgbtqia+ folks and women. It doesn't matter your skill level, the instructors are all very knowledgeable and able to adapt the lessons to meet you wherever you're at and help you train to meet your individual goals. I feel very lucky to be part of this community and to continue growing my jiu jitsu skills here. I highly recommend this place and often bring new friends to try jiu jitsu out here!
Was hesitant to get started because I was and still am overweight. Crew at Foundations as been super nice, welcoming, and supportive throughout my journey. If you are thinking about starting jiu jitsu this is the place to go in Madison. High quality instructors in a laid back and fun environment. What more can you ask for?
My son and I have been attending Foundation Jiu Jitsu for the past three months, and our experience has been excellent. The youth program is especially great — parents can participate, which really helps kids who are shy or new feel more comfortable getting started. Coach Chris does a wonderful job paying attention to each child and creating classes that are both welcoming and engaging.
For the adult class, the atmosphere is friendly and supportive, and every session offers something new to learn. I really appreciate learning from multiple instructors, each with their own strengths and coaching style. Arun and Matt, along with the rest of the team,... read full review