Grounded Femme Collective creates welcoming Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defence programs for women and nonbinary people in partnership with local gyms in Ottawa. The focus is not just on technique, but on building spaces where people feel safer, stronger, and more confident showing up exactly as they are.
Reducing Barriers
We believe many people are interested in martial arts but do not always see themselves reflected in traditional gym culture. Grounded Femme Collective exists to bridge that gap by designing programs that are accessible, community-minded, and intentionally inclusive. Through collaboration with experienced instructors and partner gyms, we help make high-quality training more approachable for beginners and more connected for those looking for a supportive training community.
Grounded Femme Collective is also built on partnership
We work with gyms, coaches, and community members to create women- and nonbinary-centered programs that are sustainable, collaborative, and rooted in mutual benefit. By coordinating program development, outreach, and participant experience, we help grow inclusive martial arts opportunities without asking partner gyms to build those programs alone.
Grounded Femme Collective is about belonging and access
We are creating more entry points into BJJ for people who want to train in a space that feels supportive, intentional, and strong.
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