Arizona Fighter’s Foundation
Jiu Jitsu for Everyone
Welcome To
Arizona Fighter’s Foundation
Welcome to Arizona Fighter’s Foundation in Tempe, Arizona! We keep a focus on sustaining high-energy while welcoming everyone. Anyone can join, from those seeking kids’ self-development to those joining our competition team. With the help of high-level instruction from a caring professor, students are brought back to the roots of Jiu Jitsu, focusing on true training and skill development. This helps students gain skills on the mat in coordination, self-defense, and competitive energy as well as off the map traits in confidence. Join us for an authentic BJJ experience at Arizona Fighter’s Foundation!
FREE Trial
Whether you’re new to the sport or looking to elevate your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to step onto the mat, train with expert instructors, and see what makes our academy special.
A Nonprofit Organization
Arizona Fighters Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in January 2025 in Tempe, Arizona, dedicated to helping at-risk youth navigate life’s struggles through martial arts. By providing access to Jiu-Jitsu training for children who cannot afford it, the foundation fosters discipline, confidence, and resilience. Through partnerships with local academies and community supporters, Arizona Fighters Foundation ensures that financial hardship is never a barrier to the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu.
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Growth, Community, and
Jiu Jitsu for Everyone
About Us
The development of our students is the most important thing to us at Arizona Fighter’s Foundation. We want our students to grow into high-level Jiu Jitsu practitioners as well as build a strong sense of character. Our instructors strive to constantly mentor and guide students through training, always having their back and looking for spots to improve their technique, fundamentals, and strength. Students are also provided the opportunity to build their confidence through competitive experiences, as winning is always a goal, but improvement comes first. We are here for you and your journey of growth through martial arts. Hop on the mat with us for the best Jiu Jitsu instruction possible!
Our History
Our March 2025 opening marks just the beginning of an extensive impact we hope to build with the Tempe community at Arizona Fighter’s Foundation. Owner Michael Cashman opened our doors with the hope to bring Jiu Jitsu to anyone and everyone who wants to see what martial arts provides. Michael hopes to create a place for everyone that also grows successful competition teams for both kids and adults. He hopes to use his decade-plus experience of training and teaching to guide his students to become strong competitors. Michael himself has won tournaments at IBJJF and Grappling Industries, and is looking to see his students mark their own path on the mat.
Meet The Team
Experience, Passion, and Dedication
Professor Meech
1st Degree Black Belt
Arizona Fighter’s Foundation has a passion for teaching that ensures every student, from beginners to competitors, gets the guidance they need to succeed.
Class Schedule
Learn More About Our
Programs
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs are split between kids classes (7-13) and adult classes (14+). Are you focusing on self-development or competition? Either way, we have the training you need at Arizona Fighter’s Foundation!
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Ages 7-13)
Our kids’ BJJ program is designed to build confidence, discipline, and strong foundational skills in a fun and supportive environment. Through structured training, kids develop coordination, self-defense techniques, and a resilient mindset that carries over into all aspects of life. Whether they’re looking to compete or just build lifelong skills, every child benefits from stepping onto the mat at Arizona Fighter’s Foundation!
Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Ages 14+)
FREE Trial
Whether you’re new to the sport or looking to elevate your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to step onto the mat, train with expert instructors, and see what makes our academy special.
