The modular squat stand system may include a plurality of upright members, each including a plurality of upright member holes. The modular squat stand system may further include a base including a plurality of upright member sockets, each the plurality of upright member sockets including first, second, and third sides. The first and third sides may be connected by the second side. The first and third sides may be parallel relative to each other, and perpendicular relative to said second side. The first and third sides may each include a plurality of upright member socket holes. At least one of the first and third sides may include an integrated gusset. The plurality of upright member sockets may be configured to removably accept the plurality of upright members by receiving fastening members through the plurality of upright member socket holes and the plurality of upright member holes.