
Empowering Community Through Martial Arts
The Open Mat Project fosters low-barrier spaces for people to practice martial arts, build friendships, and support one another through mutual aid and community connection.


Hug your friends tight, and your enemies tighter.
Inclusive Martial Arts
Giving power to communities through martial arts, self-defense, and resources for all, regardless of identity and background.
Community Connection


Fostering friendships and mutual support for queer and trans people through events and resource sharing.




Supportive Training
Offering martial arts and self-defense training that centers trans experience, enthusiastic consent, and play.
Hosting bi-annual tournaments open to all, making space for diverse people in competitive combat sports.
Competition


Some photos from the archives
We love each other so much!






Get In Touch


Reach out to us for workshops and events, questions, or to connect with our network of trans instructors. We love to hear from you! Thank you for your support.