We are Shanti + Marina

We were training partners for the first 5 years of our BJJ journey. During this time we trained and competed, and found women’s needs were not being met on mat. Advice around food and training were for men, and didn’t take into account women’s unique differences. Since we formed WF in 2018 we have nurtured a global community of women and advocates to support women training martial arts. We have a Podcast and Substack, and organise events around the world to bring people together.

We are now BJJ Black Belts and are passionate about elevating women and girls in the grappling arts, bringing them opportunities and community.