Our Jiu Jitsu gym - our second home - our place where we build family - was destroyed by a recent fire just 6 days after our grand opening. In the blink of an eye, we lost everything: our mats, gym equipment, merchandise, and the space where we form lasting friendships, build confidence, and community.
Thankfully, no one was hurt. But the damage is a total loss with no coverage from insurance. Rebuilding will take everything we've got - and we can't do it alone.
We're asking for help to raise $30,000 to replace what we lost and what we need to reopen:
- Mats and other training gear
- Buildout materials / deep cleaning services
- Basic utilities to reopen
Every donation - big or small - helps us get one step closer to reopening our doors. If you are unable to donate, please share this page and help us reach a larger community who can.
Thank you for standing with us as we rebuild not just a gym, but a home for resilience, discipline, and connection.
With sincere gratitude,
Brandon and Julia Hornby and the entire Kaizen Crew
Roanoke, VA
Organizer
Andreas Panagore
Organizer
Roanoke, VA