Direct from : “Cage fighting (aka mixed martial arts) is one of the world’s fastest growing sports. It is violent, shocking and some say barbaric, but hugely popular. Inside the cage, punching, kneeing, kicking, elbowing and choking are all allowed.

Female MMA Pioneers

Whilst men have dominated the sport for years, are now becoming an increasing attraction.”

“Filmmaker Nick Holt follows the fortunes of two British as they travel to America for the biggest bouts of their lives. Both have their own reasons for stepping into the cage and both are prepared to lay their safety on the line in search of success.

The film analyses their motivations for taking part in this most macho of sports and explores the complex and often difficult relationships both fighters have with their male trainers – who, in both cases, are also their partners.”

Lisa Higo

“Lisa Higo is a mother of two and is married to her husband and trainer, John. They are based in Leeds and Lisa has been trying to break into the cage fighting elite since John encouraged her to get into the sport. For Lisa, at 35, her last stab at becoming an international contender is at the tournament. We travel with Lisa to Indiana, where, to take the title, she must beat three other women on one brutal night.”

The videos cover the one hour BBC show.

MMA Documentary – Women Cage Fighters – Part 1

MMA Documentary – Women Cage Fighters – Part 2

MMA Documentary – Women Cage Fighters – Part 3

MMA Documentary – Women Cage Fighters – Part 4

MMA Documentary – Women Cage Fighters – Part 5

Because men and women pushed against all odds to practice mixed martial arts (MMA), I was able to follow in their footsteps — taking classes and learning how to fight — and now, .

The genesis of “” is in the hearts of women and men who struggle to break through their fear and to face any problem standing in their way.

Thank you.

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