BUILD CONFIDENCE, DISCIPLINE & REAL SELF-DEFENSE
WELCOME TO MADHOUSE JIUJITSU
Whether your goal is personal growth, self-defense, competition, or personal fitness, our Fort Collins Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs for kids and adults are built to help you succeed on and off the mats.
ABOUT MADHOUSE JIUJITSU
Founded eight years ago, Madhouse BJJ has grown from a single academy into a thriving Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community with three locations serving the region. With schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Wheatland, Wyoming, and our newest location in Fort Collins, Colorado, Madhouse Jiu Jitsu is committed to making high-quality martial arts instruction accessible to students of all ages and experience levels.
TOOL FOR LIFE
At Madhouse, we believe BJJ is more than a martial art—it's a tool for personal growth, self-confidence, personal fitness, and lifelong learning whether for self-defense or competition.
TEAMWORK & RESPECT
Our instructors balance discipline, hard work, and respect with a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie. Every student grows at their own pace with genuine support.
STRONGER COMMUNITY
Eight years after opening our doors, our mission remains unchanged: build stronger individuals, stronger families, and stronger communities through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
"Build stronger individuals, stronger families, and stronger communities through BJJ."
WHAT WE OFFER
From kids developing character to adults pursuing self-defense, group fitness, and competition, Madhouse Jiujitsu Fort Collins provides structured instruction for all experience levels.
Youth Martial ArtsKIDS PROGRAM
One of the most respected youth martial arts programs in the region. We use BJJ as a tool to help children build confidence, discipline, respect, resilience, and leadership skills that serve them for life.
- Anti-Bullying & Self-Defense
- Focus, Character & Discipline
- Local & Regional Competition Team
Adult BJJ & FitnessADULTS PROGRAM
Improve physical fitness, learn practical self-defense, or compete at a high level. Classes designed for complete beginners to seasoned competitors in a supportive team environment.
- Personal Fitness & Group Fitness
- Practical Self-Defense Mastery
- Structured Live Training & Technique
Focused 1-on-1 CoachingPRIVATE LESSONS
Take your Jiu-Jitsu to the next level with personalized instruction tailored to your individual goals. Work directly with Madhouse coaches to accelerate your progress and sharpen your game.
- Customized Skill Development
- Competition Preparation & Analysis
- Accelerated Learning Curve
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Led by siblings Zach and Jordyn Fenimore, with founding guidance from Professor Manny Waddy. Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your personal growth.
ZACH FENIMORE
Marine Corps Veteran • MCMAP Black Belt • BJJ Black Belt • 15+ Years Grappling Experience
Zach Fenimore is a Marine Corps veteran and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor with over 15 years of grappling and martial arts experience. He holds a Black Belt in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) and a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from Madhouse BJJ in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
His training spans Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, Muay Thai, and Kali. Having competed in Grappling Industries, NAGA, Fight to Win, and IBJJF, Zach combines proven competition experience with practical instruction to empower students in personal training and self-defense.
JORDYN FENIMORE
Jordyn has dedicated six years to BJJ at Madhouse with 5+ years competition experience and 5 years Muay Thai background. IBJJF Denver silver medalist, IBJJF Las Vegas competitor, and F2W / Mountain Force MMA fight veteran.
Focuses on technical leverage, timing, and precision. Teaches students to adapt Jiu Jitsu to their own body type and goals.
MANNY WADDY
2nd Degree BJJ Black Belt with 15+ years training. 16 IBJJF Gold Medals and 3 IBJJF Pan Championship Gold Medals. The visionary founder behind the Madhouse BJJ system.
Ensures that technical excellence, discipline, respect, and continuous improvement remain at the heart of Madhouse BJJ.
Technical excellence, discipline & respect on every mat
ELITE SPORTS JIUJITSU GEAR
Madhouse Jiujitsu is an official wholesaler for Elite Sports BJJ gis, rashguards, fight shorts, and training equipment. Get high-grade gear directly at our Fort Collins academy.
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