BJJ

Greywolf Workshop

Women's Workshop. Saturday October 21. 11am - 1pm at Greywolf Ares BJJ in Phoenix AZ.  I'll be covering women's specific techniques and situations that we deal with regularly on the mat that aren't addressed in a co -ed environment.  Unique. More interactive.

Use Venmo QR code on flyer to  book your spot or call this number: (480) 824 3279

BJJ Foxcast

Podcast with The BJJ Foxcast is out now! Alex was an amazing host and he asked really great questions about my experiences in BJJ and my mission. We discussed, moving up the ranks in the old days,  what it's like to be a female school owner, sexism, womens' safety, weight cutting for youth competitors and lots more.

BJJ With Sophia. Underhook escapes. The most powerful way to GET OUT from underneath!

Being squashed sucks! but if you can get an underhook and start getting on your side, then this is a game-changer. In this video, Sophia shows you how to make proper frames to stop being squashed and to get an underhook, and set up some really effective escapes so you can get out of underneath side control.

BJJ with Sophia McDermott. Advanced passing drills, that will take you to the next level

Learning the fundamentals of passing is essential. Once you've nailed them then here are a few drills that will take you to the next level with your passing. Here you'll learn fast foot work, the small movements (which are much harder to do than big movements) and hip switches to help you deal with really difficult guard players.

https://www.sophiamcdermott.com/BJJ-with-Sophia

BJJ with Sophia McDermott. Best grips for a killer guard

Open guard is so dynamic especially with all the variations. Grips are essential. There are some crappy grips and then some super effective 'death' grips. Here Sophia McDermott shows you the grip she uses all the time and why it's so good. Give these drills a try!

https://www.sophiamcdermott.com/BJJ-with-Sophia