Underground Self-Defense, located in downtown Madison, WI, offers exceptional martial arts and self-defense training. The courses, especially the women’s SAFE program, focus on practical techniques, boundary setting, and real-life scenarios. Led by skilled instructors like Trisha and Ali, the classes provide a safe and supportive environment, ensuring personalized feedback and respectful interaction. Attendees transform their confidence, physical fitness, and self-discipline through diverse classes tailored to various skill levels.
With diverse instructors and students, the gym promotes inclusivity and personal growth. Parents highly recommend it for empowering their kids, and adults appreciate the genuine, welcoming community. The limited schedule may require planning, but the top-notch instruction and positive atmosphere make it worth it for anyone seeking self-defense training in Madison.
Pros:
- Highly skilled and supportive instructors
- Focus on practical self-defense techniques
- Detailed feedback on moves
- Inclusive and respectful environment
- Empowering for women and kids
- Diverse and welcoming community
- Located in downtown Madison
- Transformative impact on confidence and physical fitness
- Classes tailored to different skill levels
- Personalized instruction and attention
Cons:
- Limited schedule
- Classes may fill up quickly
- Not open all week
Location / Contact
- Address: 532 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States
- Phone:+1 608-251-7755
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:undergroundselfdefense.coop
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Reviews (29)
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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.9-star.
This business has 29 reviews.
The address is: 532 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States .
The contact number is +1 608-251-7755
This service is listed under Martial Arts School .
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gkov1827
1 year ago
Cannot recommend the Fundamentals class enough!
Teresa Olson
1 year ago
Great Experience!!
Scott McKinney
1 year ago
Affordable Martial Arts training from the best people I know. The kids classes are excellent as well.
Ha Pham
1 year ago
I saw Underground Self-Defense when I passed on State Street all the time but I didnt register for the Women Self Defense's class until Sep 2022. I have always wanted to take a self defense class. The course I took was accelerated 2 week course, with 4 hour each. The materials are super informative and interesting. The instructor, Ms. Trisha Vanatta made the class to be a safe zone for discussion. It is super important as the class discusses some important themes relates to the modern world. Ms. Trisha also really cared about her students as she constantly checked on us the whole class time. For the physical part, both Tyler and Orlando gave details feedback on our move, what is right/wrong, how to best perform the moves with highest casualty and lowest injury on us. I am so glad I found Underground Self-Defense. It is a must-take for every women on this planet. I am so glad that I support a local women owned business as well.
Morgan Barthen
1 year ago
Took the 4 week women's SAFE course and WOW! I cannot recommend this class enough. Not only did we practice and learn easy and effective moves, we also spent a large portion of the time discussing how to set boundaries and avoid getting into trouble by using our gut, words, and body language. As someone very sensitive to the heaviness and importance of the class, I can definitely attest that Trisha and the Villari family are doing it right!! 6/5 stars.
Kendalls
3 years ago
Jennifer Endres
3 years ago
An amazing martial arts experience! Great kickboxing classes and martial arts classes for adults and kids! Excellent women's self-defense workshops. Great community!
Paul Schildgen
3 years ago
Conveniently located with a great atmosphere and friendly staff. I always get a great workout while improving my kickboxing technique.
Kristin I
3 years ago
Fun, friendly and knowledgeable staff. SAFE course was extremely valuable. Would highly recommend.
Karina Huhta
3 years ago
I took the women's SAFE course, and there is truly no one better to learn such an important lesson from. The staff were some of the most supportive, compassionate, and helpful people I've ever met, and their continuous support that they gave to each and every girl who entered has had such an incredible impact on me. You go in a little shaky, maybe nervous, and come out feeling ready to take on the world. :) I truly can't speak highly enough of the people who work here, and can't recommend more highly that every girl takes this class.