Girls in Gis Podcast

Lisa 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...

In 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! L...

In 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://...

This 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: h...

On 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...

In 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-...

On 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...

In 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....

Guest: 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...

In 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:...

Guest: 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...

In 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 lea...

In 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://w...

In 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...

Ask 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.c...

On 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 Even...

On 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 a...

Ask 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 blac...

This 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...

Girls 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 b...

On our latest episode of Next Gen, Shama speaks with Mona Bailey, affectionately known as Alopecian Jiu-Jitsu Girl.   The two discuss her journey in jiu jitsu, alopecia and her future plans 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...

Topic: In this episode, our guest panel discusses the troubling theme of Idol Worshiping and Cult-like Mentalities in the sport of jiu jitsu. Panel Guests: Liz Beaver Averi Clements Ty Gay 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/...

On our latest episode of Next Gen, Shama speaks with Kylie Hunts-in-Winter, a lifelong martial artist, training in multiple disciples.  The two discuss the power of growing up during the rise of women's representation in BJJ, as well as her journey so far. 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 th...

Girls in Gis presents Ask a Black Belt w/ Jill Baker Guest: Jill Baker Shama was joined with Jill Baker of SoCal Women's Open Mats to discuss her journey into jiu jitsu, hosting open mats, and more, including questions from the audience via the Girls in Gis Instagram. Ask A Black Belt: Record Live on IG LIVE, August 29th, 2020 This is your chance to ask questions about techniques, culture, an...

Topic: In this episode, our guest panel as we discuss all things Para Jiu Jitsu and adaptive athletes. Great listen for all especially,  instructors, coaches, or gym owners. Panel Guests: Maximiliano Ullao Ruben Bueno Marina Drašković  https://www.girls-in-gis.com/blog/how-to-coach-adaptive-athletes/ Hosted by: Shama Ko Homepage: https://www.girls-in-gis.com Events: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/ev...