Shama Ko

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About me

Gender Female
Industry Sports or Recreation
Occupation Athlete
Location Austin, TX, United States
Introduction I was born and raised on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu. I began my martial arts training in 2000. I trained Muay Thai for three years and in 2003 I started my training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I am brown belt. I train at Gracie Humaitá-Austin. I've trained and competed in BJJ for ten years in the Mainland US, Hawaii and Brazil. In my career as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor my greatest accomplishments include placing 1st in the 2009 Pan Am Championships and 2nd in the 2009 World Championships. Jiu Jitsu has changed my life in so many positive ways and has largely contributed to who I am today.
Interests Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, competition, tournaments, Gracie Jiu Jitsu, photography, travel