In 2010, Joel and I were given the privilege to work in the martial arts business. We loved being able to empower so many families and spread the wealth of benefits our training gave to us. Over time, the dream of owning our own martial arts school was born. In the years 2014-2016, we endured the most difficult time in our lives.
The deaths of four close family members and a personal battle with ovarian cancer flooded that time with loss, sadness, and stress. Our martial arts family, training, and values were the blanket that sheltered us and helped us fight through. They gave us.fortitude. In 2018, after being married nearly a year and welcoming our first child, we received the opportunity to acquire our own Krav Maga school in our beloved hometown of Neenah.
The deaths of four close family members and a personal battle with ovarian cancer flooded that time with loss, sadness, and stress. Our martial arts family, training, and values were the blanket that sheltered us and helped us fight through. They gave us.fortitude. In 2018, after being married nearly a year and welcoming our first child, we received the opportunity to acquire our own Krav Maga school in our beloved hometown of Neenah.
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Our purpose is to ignite self confidence and empower people for life with every service we offer. We have a safe and welcoming community full of like-minded individuals who seek growth and development mentally and physically. In 2021, we've expanded our schedule to 42 class options, including virtual, beginning at 6:00am and as late as 8:00pm.
Let's face it, life is complicated. We have school, jobs and children. Football games, overtime and family events. Life rarely allows for the commitment level needed to learn a traditional martial art to a level that allows for many reality based self-defense applications. Whether you're hoping to get in great shape or master the best form of ground-based self defense, we've got you covered at Fortitude.
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Anna Schnaderbeck
Dec 19, 2021
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Liz Leeman
Dec 07, 2021
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Looking for a community that can aid you in changing the trajectory of your life? Want to try something new you never thought you could do? Want to be empowered? It’s here.
It’s hard to believe at first that the people that work here could care about you as a whole person, but they really do. It is a mission they are all truly invested in, and they’ll invest in you too. Physical and mental hardening, growth, and some of the most amazing humans are what you get joining here from the staff to the members.
Place a bet on yourself. This will change your life on a holistic level. No matter your
It’s hard to believe at first that the people that work here could care about you as a whole person, but they really do. It is a mission they are all truly invested in, and they’ll invest in you too. Physical and mental hardening, growth, and some of the most amazing humans are what you get joining here from the staff to the members.
Place a bet on yourself. This will change your life on a holistic level. No matter your
Ashlee Tennessen
Nov 16, 2021
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Kelly Jodar
Nov 15, 2021
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Fortitude is amazing! Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. I am new to the gym experience and was a little intimidated to be joining a martial arts gym, but quickly found out Fortitude is so much more. It's a community of like minded people working together to help each other be our best. The classes are so fun and challenging for all levels. This place has given me back my confidence andhelped me to achieve things I never thought I could.
Alicia Ernst
Oct 22, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Everyone at Fortitude is more than amazing! Each time I attend class for myself or my son I have a wonderful time. To move the body like you’ve never moved before feels unbelievable. All the people in class are welcoming and helpful. It is awesome to have an assortment of books there too! Honestly they think of it all! 💕
Everyone at Fortitude is more than amazing! Each time I attend class for myself or my son I have a wonderful time. To move the body like you’ve never moved before feels unbelievable. All the people in class are welcoming and helpful. It is awesome to have an assortment of books there too! Honestly they think of it all! 💕
Charley Nelson
Sep 21, 2021
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I recently joined Fortitude and I’m in love! I’ve been a member of many gyms in the past (YMCA, Gold’s Gym, LA Fitness, Chicago Athletic Clubs, etc.), but Fortitude is the first gym I’ve been a member of that feels like home. The staff is so kind and they work with me to achieve all of my fitness goals while also teaching me amazing life skills. I’m so grateful to have found the Fortitude community and I cannot wait to see what I can accomplish with them.
Erin Deppe
Sep 14, 2021
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This place is amazing! I feel blessed to be part of such an empowering and inspiring community. The coaches and members are constantly working hard to improve themselves and each other, and their support has had such a positive impact in my life. My classes at Fortitude are some of my favorite parts of each week. If you are interested in great workouts and self-defense training, you will not regret giving this place a try!
Luke Hoppe
Sep 02, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Value
So much more than a gym! Everyone has been friendly, professional, and encouraging. In the three months I have been attending classes, my physical and emotional health have improved greatly. Huge thanks to the whole Fortitude staff. Definitely worth it, and would highly recommend if you’re on the fence about joining.
So much more than a gym! Everyone has been friendly, professional, and encouraging. In the three months I have been attending classes, my physical and emotional health have improved greatly. Huge thanks to the whole Fortitude staff. Definitely worth it, and would highly recommend if you’re on the fence about joining.
J. Weichmann
Sep 01, 2021
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Hands down one of the best cultures that I’ve ever experienced. Everyone from the Owners, Instructors, and Members are all phenomenal. From day one you are welcomed in by the group regardless of your skill level and made to feel like family. Fortitude is superbly organized, clean, and has a varied schedule of offered classes to fit anyone’s schedule. If you’ve been thinking about learning self defense or just looking for an excellent and up-beat community to get some exercise, this is the place!
Jordan Sturgis
Aug 20, 2021
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Fortitude is a great place! The coaches there are super motivational always in high spirits! They will keep you motivated on what ever you are trying to do every step of the way. From weight loss and nutrition to self defense and strength and conditioning. They offer a lot of different classes all in one place.The crew they have are really knowledgeable about everything they offer. Since starting with them it has been a life changing event for me.
