Madison · Wisconsin

Forward BJJ
3224 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705
About Forward BJJ
Forward BJJ is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym at 3224 University Avenue on Madison's west side, in the Shorewood Hills Shopping Center near UW-Madison, built around a philosophy of continuous growth. It runs gi and no-gi Fundamentals and Intermediate/Advanced classes morning, midday and evening, kids programmes for ages 4-7 (Little Champs) and 8-12 (Juniors), a Friday wrestling class, a Saturday gi competition class and a Sunday open mat. Head instructor Professor Cristian da Costa, born in Manaus, Brazil, is a black belt under his father Professor Cristiano Ribeiro, a 6th-degree black belt. The gym is notably beginner-oriented — it publishes a full beginner guide, lends gis free of charge and offers a free first class.
Pricing
Memberships
Programs
- Gi
- No-Gi
- Kids
- Beginners
- Competition
- Wrestling
- Self-Defense
- Open Mat
Schedule
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Lineage: Cristiano Ribeiro
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Forward BJJ cost?+
Monthly membership at Forward BJJ ranges from $150 to $199 per month.
Does Forward BJJ offer gi or no-gi classes?+
Forward BJJ offers both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.
Who is the head instructor at Forward BJJ?+
The head instructor is Cristian da Costa, a black belt with lineage through Cristiano Ribeiro.
Does Forward BJJ have a kids BJJ program?+
Yes, Forward BJJ offers a dedicated program for children.
Does Forward BJJ have open mat?+
Yes, Forward BJJ runs open mat sessions. Check the weekly schedule for times.