Today I received my first rejection in my search for an internship. I knew this moment would come, and I know there will be more. Still, when it arrived, it hit me harder than I expected.

The Belt Stages of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A Journey of Growth and Mastery

Why You Should Do Private Classes for BJJ

When I first started training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), I joined a gym where only hard sparring was allowed. Most of the people there were a lot heavier than me, and there were no other women. Occasionally, a woman would join, but she'd stop training very quickly. Despite these challenges, I was addicted to BJJ and eager to improve. I...