I’m Melissa Davies, a competitive blue belt under Owain Williams at Borderlands Grappling, who has trained for the past five years.

I compete regularly in both gi and no-gi, favouring a very assertive style that blends wrestling and judo into my game. I enjoy large-scale tournaments and have recently returned to sub-only events.

My strongest submission is the armbar, alongside anaconda chokes and lapel attacks in the gi. I train several times a week, supported by a dedicated strength and conditioning programme.

I’m passionate about fundamentals-focused coaching, helping build strong foundations, confidence, and personalised games for long-term growth.