For some time now we have seen a number of posts, threads and groups on online forums and social networking sites written and set up specifically to address the distinct lack of support, direction, appreciation and retention for all women within the grappling fraternity here in the United Kingdom. It has been established time and time again that the opportunities open to women in our sport of ‘grappling’ are far behind those of their male counterparts; an issue that is indicative in the wider context of the sporting environment. Nevertheless, great inroads have been laid and foundations have been set for women’s grappling to achieve it full potential not only in the UK but also across the world as a whole.

A number of groups have been set up across the world for women to converge, learn and be inspired by other women. To support, direct and appreciate women’s grappling with like-minded individuals. Work has also been done here in the UK with ‘women only’ classes at most of the big academies/dojo up and down the country and a number of smaller groups meeting on a monthly/bi-monthly basis to train and exchange ideas in an environment that is suited

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