Girls in Gis Podcast
77 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -The Girls in Gis podcast is dedicated to providing a voice for women and girls in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Our goal is to entertain and inform our listeners while bringing recognition to women and girls in the grappling arts.
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GIG Real Talk: Jiu Jitsu Over 60
March 16, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBIn this episode we talk about all things related to being in your 60’s and training Jiu Jitsu. Guest: Betty Broadhurst, Kim Blake & Karen Burns Hosted by: Shama Ko Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Facebook Official: https://www.facebook.com/GirlsinGis Twitter: @_girl...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Nattie Boss
March 09, 2024 18:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this episode of Ask aBlack Belt, Shama sits down with Nattie Boss! Based in Texas, Nattie Boss is a holistic performance coach and registered dietitian for athletes. She is the owner of Body By Boss, LLC. Her company uses a trauma-informed approach to support BJJ athletes in healing trauma, expanding consciousness, optimizing health, and enhancing performance. Her methods for transformation include a combination of science, somatics, breathwork, and energetics. She is a mom, wife, BJJ bl...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Alex Enriquez
February 16, 2024 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBThis week Shama sits down with, Alex Enriquez! Alex began her BJJ journey in 2009. She is a black belt at Atos Atlanta under Professor Bruno Frazatto. She also has six years of experience in wrestling at Cambridge High School under Don St. James and Life University under Ashley Sword and Christian Flavin. Among her accomplishments are being a multiple time IBJJF Pan American champion and open class champion in both gi and no gi. Artemis Women's Submission Series Pro bracket champion and the...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Joslyn Molina
February 10, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThis week, Shama sits down with Joslyn Molina Joslyn Molina started doing jiujitsu when she was 5/6yrs old. She competed in her first Pankids in 2020 in California. She is a 3x gold pan champ now going for her 4th gold this year. She has won 7 Jitz Kings Kids superfights, 1 fight 2 win, 1 submission hunter pro. She just start competing at ADCC in June 2023 and has won multiple times in her division. She also started competing in the women’s bracket when she was 10 . Since then she has chall...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Landrie Joseph
January 20, 2024 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThis week, Shama sits down with Landrie Joseph Landrie began her jiu jitsu journey in March of 2015, and continued her training under professor Bruno Mendes with Soul Fighters Martial Arts Training Center in Allen Texas. Landrie began competing at 5.5 and won Pan Kids at the young age of 7! She has stayed on the competition scene throughout the years earning two more silver Medals at Pan kids in 2020 and 2021. Landrie has enjoyed doing super fights with Fight 2 Win and Submission Hunter pr...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Nora Mora
October 21, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBOn this episode of Ask a Black Belt, GIG Ambassador, Kelly Moore sits down with 10th Planet black belt, Nora Mora. Training jiu jitsu since 2011 at 10th Planet, she's been running the women’s jiu jitsu program for 7 years at 10th Planet San Diego. Learn about her Jiu Jitsu journey and lessons she’s learned as she offers advice for those with Autism and how Jiu Jitsu has aided in her journey of self-discovery. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: ...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Nicholle Stoller
September 24, 2023 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBOn this episode of Ask a Black Belt, Shama sits down with Nicholle Stoller, the first homegrown (white to black) female black belt under Shawn Hammonds. She is currently the head ladies' instructor for her team association's headquarters academy in Nashville, TN. Learn about her Jiu Jitsu journey and lessons she’s learned as she offers advice for those with Autism and how Jiu Jitsu has aided in her journey of self-discovery. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-g...
GIG Real Talk: Jiu Jitsu Over 50
August 19, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode, our guest panel discusses training jiu jitsu when you're over 50. We discuss longevity in the sport, how menopause impacts training, the importance of diet for women in their 50’s, training strategies, and injury prevention Panel Guests: Michelle Wagner, Deanna Yohe and Gretchen Brocard Hosted by: Shama Ko Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Victoria Maciel Antelante
August 13, 2023 23:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBOn this episode of Ask A Black Belt, Shama sits down with black belt champion, mother, wife and academy owner Victoria Maciel Antelante She talks about those that have inspired her, coming back after pregnancy and overcoming hardships Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis ...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Divana Sandoval
July 15, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBThis week, Shama sits down with Divana Sandoval AKA “Divana The Beast”, a 12 years old and currently a yellow/black belt training out of GFTeam Orange, CA. Divana is extremely active and loves any sports she comes across but most she loves God! Divana takes sports seriously and is very competitive. She participates in Jiu-jitsu, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxing while in school she participates in practically every sport. Divana beat the entire school while a 6th grader in the most pushups (Jr ...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ April Parks
June 03, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week, Shama sits down with first-degree Black Belt and school owner (Vien Jiu Jitsu), April Parks. April is an educator and mom of four. Born and raised in Syracuse, NY April has always been driven by sports and competition With a background as a Division 1 Track athlete behind her April ventured onto the mats for the first time in 2011, and never looked back. As a full time working mom, April was able to garnish 3 IBJJF World Championships at Adult (Blue Gi/Purple Gi) 2 World Champi...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Charlotte Stollar
May 20, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThis week, Shama sits down with 12 year old orange belt, Charlotte Stollar. She trains out of Independent MMA and Fitness, a Roberto Traven affiliate, in Villa Rica, GA. Charlotte is a sixth grader at Central Middle School in Carrollton, Ga, where she has maintained a 4.0 GPA while participating in band, chorus, cross country, wrestling, and track, in addition to her jiu jitsu training. She competes regularly at the many Atlanta-area competitions including IBJJF, NAGA, Newbreed, Tap Cancer ...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Alexa Yanes
May 14, 2023 00:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBin this episode of AABB, Shama chats with black belt competitor and instructor, Alexa Yanes of Rodrigo Pinheiro BJJ in San Antonio, Texas! She began training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 8 years ago and always knew Jiu Jitsu was something she loved to do, but had no idea where it would take her. Yanes started competing as a white belt for the fun of it, but quickly became more dedicated at blue belt. She has traveled all over the world to compete, teach, and train. She is a multiple time IBJJF ope...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Heather Woods
April 09, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThis week, Shama sits down with Atos Blackbelt and IBJJF gold medalist, Heather Woods! Raised in Boise, Idaho, Heather started traveling at 19 and put on a gi for the first time during a trip to Brazil nearly 10 years ago. Since that day, Heather has traveled and trained all over the globe, eventually earning her blackbelt from the legendary World Champion, Andre Galvao, and the renowned Atos Academy, one of the top competition teams in the world! In addition to her Atos team, Heather has ...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Anabell Kline
March 25, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, Shama sits down with 17 year old blue belt Annabell Kline! She trains under Ray and Rachel Casias at Tennessee Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, a Zenith affiliate. She began her Jiu Jitsu journey at the age of 14, with the intention to learn a form of self defense alongside her younger brother, who had been getting bullied in school. After a few short months training, she discovered her true passion and increased her training regimen in preparation for future competitions. After goin...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Isabella Delgado
February 12, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBThis week, Shama sits down with newcomer, Isabella Delgado. Isabella Delgado is a 9 years old from Caracas, Venezuela. She has lived in the United States for 4 years, specifically in Kissimmee, Florida. She has been practicing Jiujitsu for a year and from the first time her dad took her to train, She fell in love with Jiu Jitsu and it has become an important part of her life. She trains 5 days a week and she combines her training with functional exercises and meditation exercises. She says ...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Taylor Ellis
January 25, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week, Florida GIG ambassador and founder of The Mighty Dames, Torrie O'neil sits down with up-incoming young grappler,Taylor Ellis. Taylor Ellis is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt under Kevin Williams at Raptor BJJ. Her jiu jitsu journey has been fast and furious. Her natural ability and athleticism has led Taylor to quickly rise through the ranks and she has collected many medals along the way. She started jiu jitsu almost 3 and a half years ago and had her first big win at the 2021 I...
GIG Real Talk: New Year Resolutions
January 17, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this episode, our guest panel discusses New Year Resolutions and how to maintain our goals throughout the year. Hosted by: Shama Ko Guest: Darla Sedlacek, Celeste Cronin, and Nattie Boss. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Facebook Official: https://www.facebook.com/G...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Courtney Pratt
January 07, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this chat, Shamma sits down with Canadian female black belt and founder of Women That Fight, Courtney Pratt. Courtney is one of Canada’s pioneers in providing opportunities for women in BJJ. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Facebook Official: https://www.facebook.c...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Raina Donatella Tumminello
December 31, 2022 22:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThis week, Shama sits down with yellow belt out of Essential Jiu Jitsu, Raina Donatella Tumminello Raina Donatella Tumminello is out of Essential Jiu Jitsu in White Plains NY under 2x ADCC Champion JT Torres. Raina started training at age 6 and has been training Jiu Jitsu for 5 years. She is an avid competitor. Among her many accomplishments she is a 3 X Kids Pan American Medalist (2020 Silver - 2021 Gold - 2022 - Silver). She also earned Bronze at the IBJJF 2019 Las Vegas Open and Gold at ...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Ffion Davies
December 24, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week, Shama chats with Welsh submission grappler, mixed martial artist, and a multiple-time world champion Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) competitor, Ffion Davies. A Wales Judo National team member when she was a junior, Davies holds a black belt in both BJJ and judo. She is also an ADCC champion, multiple-time European champion, and UAEJJF Grand Slam champion. She is widely regarded as one of the best female grapplers of her time. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girl...
GIG Real Talk: Supporting Women's BJJ
December 17, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBIn this episode, our guest panel consists of women in our community helping make a difference but supporting women's jiu jitsu in their own ways. Hosted by: Shama Ko Guest: Stacey Councilman, April Parks and Ev Sutton April Parks is a Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu, multiple time World/Pan IBJJF Champion (gi & no gi) at both Adult and Masters. She is a proud mom of four, co-owner of Vien Jiujitsu in Syracuse, full time educator in the city of Syracuse and founder of Grappling Getaways camps for ...
GIG Real Talk: Jiu Jitsu Over 40
November 27, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode, our guest panel discusses training jiu jitsu when you're over 40. Panel Guests: Melissa Lozano Barberino Almine Barton Hosted by: Shama Ko Melissa Lozano Barberino is a brown belt under Travis Tooke. She works as a Travel Advisor and personal trainer. She is a single mother and trains BJJ almost daily. She is a ten year survivor of breast cancer - the catalyst behind her training & the reason why she prioritizes physical fitness and emotional well being. Her battle with ...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Isabella Scallion
November 07, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIsabella Scallion AKA “Bellazilla Gorilla” @bellasara_jj on Instagram, is a 7 year old gray and white belt training out of Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ in San Diego. Bella has been training since she was 4.5 years old but was forced to take a year off due to Covid. Bella is a full time Warrior Kid who works hard at everything she does and spends a minimum of two hours a day seven days a week on the mats as well as doing lots of drilling and strength and conditioning workouts at home with her dad. Bella...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Alex Barcelona
October 29, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week, black belt Alex Barcelona shares some of her insights on motherhood, how to manage life wearing many hats and offers advice for athletes to achieve their goals. Originally, recorded on January 27, 2022 Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Facebook Official: htt...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Jena Bishop
October 23, 2022 01:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week, black belt Jena Bishop sat down with Shama to chat about her journey, offered some advice, and shared what drives her and the mark she wants to leave behind. Originally, recorded on November 5, 2021 Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Facebook Official: https...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Bri Robertson
October 15, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBThis week, Girls in Gis- Florida ambassador Torrie O'neil chats with rock star competitor Bri Robertson. In the conversation Bri shares from Michigan with her family so that her three brothers could have greater opportunity pursuing their passion: hockey (now two of them play in the National Hockey League) and growing up with a background of family support, hard work, discipline, and a—healthy—sense of competitiveness. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults train...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Hillary Witt
October 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBThis week, Shama speaks to Hillary Witt of Inverted Gear who offers advice to parents living the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle, advice for all practitioners, and her involvement in the Panda Nation. Originally, recorded on December 26, 2020 Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/donate/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis Face...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Lisa Hitsman Pages
October 02, 2022 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBLisa is a first-degree black belt under Jay Pages/CTA who began her BJJ journey in 2008. She is a mother, an avid competitor, co-owner at Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu with her husband of 16 years. She also runs a women's program at their gym and has been leading it since she was a purple belt. Originally recorded on June 11th, 2021 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Olga Lyashevska
September 24, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn the episode, black belt Olga Lyashevska gives us a window into what Brazilians Jiu Jitsu was like 15 years ago in Europe, discusses her journey and the challenges she faces encouraging women and girls to try BJJ in Ireland. Originally recorded on January 1st, 2021 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-i...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Erin Johnson
September 17, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn the episode, black belt Erin Johnson opens up about her journey, offers advice for cultivating a positive gym culture, and discusses the changes she wants to see in Jiu Jitsu Originally recorded on February 11th, 2022 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.c...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Sophie Sharp
September 17, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBThis week, we catch up with rising star, Sophie Sharp, for a fun-filled conversation where she shares her dreams and offers some valuable advice for kids and adults alike. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation. Recorded February 5th, 2021. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.gi...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Bia Mesquita
August 28, 2022 23:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBOn this episode, Shama sits down with 10x world champion black belt, Bia Mesquita! Bia talks about her jiu jitsu journey, lessons she has learned along the way and her future goals. Originally recorded on January 6th, 2021 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gi...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Chloe Walker
August 21, 2022 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, 15 year old blue belt Chloe Walker of the UK shared tidbits of her Jiu Jitsu journey and offers some great advice for women and girls alike The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation. Recorded October 30, 2021. Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/sh...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Sharicka Long-O'Neill
July 31, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOn this episode of AABB, Sharicka sits down with us to offer advice from her BJJ experiences, lessons she has learned and things she would like to see change in the BJJ community. Instagram: @missus_o_does_bjj ***Parental advisory. Explicit language.*** Sharicka Long-O'Neill is a highly accomplished competitor with many IBJJF Masters Worlds Gold medals and counting. She's a very capable athlete with interests in lifting, running, and striking but we would be amiss to not mention her back...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Emma Martinez
July 23, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode of AABB, GIG-Texas Ambassador, Alia Garcia-Valadez, jumps into the hosting chair and chats with Emma Martinez ( @mexicanbjj_girl ), a black belt, gym owner/businesswoman, Mom & competitor out of GFT San Antonio. Emma Martinez has been training for 9 years almost 10. She is a black belt under Bruno Alves with Team GFT. She is also a mom, wife & fur mom to many dogs and cats. Originally recorded on December 10, 2021 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, cultu...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Emma Martinez
July 23, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode of AABB, GIG-Texas Ambassador, Alia Garcia-Valadez, jumps into the hosting chair and chats with Emma Martinez ( @mexicanbjj_girl ), a black belt, gym owner/businesswoman, Mom & competitor out of GFT San Antonio. Emma Martinez has been training for 9 years almost 10. She is a black belt under Bruno Alves with Team GFT. She is also a mom, wife & fur mom to many dogs and cats. Originally recorded on December 10, 2021 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, cultu...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Esther Garwood
July 16, 2022 15:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBGuest: Esther Garwood Esther Garwood started training at the age of 7 and has been training for 10 years. She is a purple belt under Romulo Caiado on the Carlson Gracie Team in Henderson, Nevada. She and her family recently opened Carlson Gracie Green Valley and She loves to compete as much as possible. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation. Learn more about Girls in Gis: ...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Claudia do Val
July 09, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this Ask A Black Belt Segment, Claudia do Val opens up about her BJJ experiences, shares advice for women who feel unsafe in their academies, and comments on current events in BJJ Originally recorded on August 20, 2021. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis...
GIG: Next Genneration w/ Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre
July 02, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBGuest: Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre are 15-year-old identical twins who have been Brazilian jiu jitsu practitioners since August of 2014. They train at least 5 days a week under Professor Queixinho at Ares BJJ Goodyear in AZ. They are both straight A students who love to travel and compete as often as possible. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generati...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre
July 02, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBGuest: Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre Vanessa and Sevanna Aguirre are 15-year-old identical twins who have been Brazilian jiu jitsu practitioners since August of 2014. They train at least 5 days a week under Professor Queixinho at Ares BJJ Goodyear in AZ. They are both straight A students who love to travel and compete as often as possible. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generati...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Dawna Gonzales-Gonzales
June 25, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this Ask A Black Belt Segment we sit down with 10th Planet Black Belt Dawna Gonzales-Gonzales ( @dawnagonzales10p) for an in-depth discussion on the rise of women in Jiu Jitsu, learn how Jiu Jitsu changed her life and what she’s learned along the way. Originally recorded on March 11, 2022. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Eve...
GIG: Next Genneration w/ Bella Burgan
June 18, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode of NextGen, Shama speaks with Bella Burgan! Bella shares her experiences growing up in jiu jitsu, a few of her passion projects and ends with her advice to others in the sport. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-g...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Hannette Staack
June 04, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode of Ask a Black Belt, Shama speaks with a true legend in BJJ and IBJJF Hall of Famer, Hannette Staack! Staack takes us down memory lane shedding light on what it was like to be a female in BJJ. She also opens up about her experienced and lessons she’s learned along the way. Originally recorded on May 28, 2020. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage:...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Angie Vogel
May 28, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBAsk a Black Belt W/Angie Vogel In this episode, Shama talks with Black belt Angie Vogel about her journey, normalizing women as BJJ instructors, and giving back. Originally recorded on October 29, 2020. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate:...
GIG: Next Genneration W/ Emily Leyva
May 21, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBOn this episode of NextGen, Shama speaks with Emily Leyva! Emily shares her experiences, offers advice, and gives us a window into the world of a champion in the making. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ Shop: http://www.girls-in-gis.com/shop/ Donate: htt...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Kayma Gaines
May 08, 2022 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBOn our latest episode of NextGen, Shama speaks with Kayma Gaines. Kanya is a fifteen-year-old orange white belt at Gracie Humaita under Professor Andy Yount. She is an active competitor who one day dreams of being a black belt. She joined jiu jitsu because she was bullied to the point of depression. She says Jiujitsu saved her life and set her on a destined path. Jiujitsu has taught her humility and given her the strength and confidence to stand up to bullies. The future top-level black be...
GIG: Ask A Black Belt w/ Rachel Morrison Casias
April 30, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBAsk a Black Belt with Rachel Morrison Casias Rachel talks about her Jiu Jitsu journey, the legacy she wants to leave in Jiu Jitsu, and how despite a diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer’s, she has become an even bigger inspiration to us all. Originally recorded on March 12, 2021. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://...
GIG: Next Generation w/ Helena
April 23, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBThis week we are taking a look at our very first Next Generation Interview with Helena. In this inaugural episode, Green black belt Helena shares her experiences offers advice and shares Jiu Jitsu goals. The future is bright for this rising star. ⭐️⭐️ Recording on Instagram Live on December 18, 2020. The future top-level black belts are the children and young adults training now. Join us as we learn more about one of the top girls of the next generation. Learn more about Girls in Gis: H...
Girls in Gis presents Ask a Black Belt w/ Fabiana Borges
April 17, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBGirls in Gis presents Ask a Black Belt w/ Fabiana Borges Guest: Fabiana Borges Shama was joined by Fabiana Borges! They discuss having a quality school as a female black belt, her journey in jiu jitsu, and more, including questions from the audience via the Girls in Gis Instagram. This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, and life from one of the world's leading female black belts! Learn more about Girls in Gis: Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https:...