WHO ARE WE?

SHEspars is a community organization whose mission is to ***encourage, enable* and *empower*** women and girls to participate in Muay Thai, Kickboxing and martial arts.

Our vision is to cultivate a supportive network of women, advocating for the growth and development of opportunities for women in all areas of the martial arts.

Sisterhood of Muay Thai

SHEspars events are open all women and girls, with or without membership in a Provincial Sport Organization such as MTO or WAKO.
Mandatory:
- Sparring Gloves (14-16oz)
- Shin Guards (Leather)
- Mouth Guard
Optional:
- Chest Protection (youth under 16 recommended)
- Groin Protection
- Head Gear
- Knee Pads
- Elbow Pads
All sparring events are delivered at a voluntary host gym, they do not charge for the use of their space. Gyms are solicited and/or request to provide locations for SHEspars events. Events are then branded with the schools logo/guidelines to advertise the event. Schools can be scheduled up to 1 year in advance.
Support the community by becoming a Host Gym.
Apply Here.
Applications are submitted and reviewed quarterly.

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Meet The Team

Damali Fraiser

Co-founder and Executive Director

Poo Choi Kru of Muay Thai ( since 2015) with 3 years of competitive amateur fighting experience. She was the 2014 CSC National Champion in the +70kg division and retired from competition in 2018 following an achilles rupture. Damali continues as a passionate advocate for empowering women and girls through the art and discipline of Muay Thai.

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Meet the SHEspars Volunteers

Rachelle Sunga

Director & Social Media Manger
A dedicated fitness coach and mother of two Nak Muay Ying, Rachelle Sunga is passionate about making Muay Thai accessible for everyone. She’s committed to creating more spaces for women to train and connect through SHEspars.
Jess King

Volunteer - Ottawa Lead
Jess King was introduced to martial arts in 2015 and has been obsessed ever since! With over 15 sanctioned matches, she brings real experience to everything she does in and out of the ring.
As one of the coaches at Boss Thai Boxing & Fitness in Kemptville, Jess has made it her mission to grow the women’s program.
Jessica Danford

Volunteer
Jessica Danford, 40, is a mixed martial arts enthusiast at Toronto Striking Academy. As a self-empowerment and fitness coach, she helps women build confidence and strength through movement, mindfulness, and self-mastery practices, equipping them with the tools and network to tackle daily challenges and reach their goals.
Miranda Burrell

Volunteer
Proud mom of two boys and three fur-babies. Recently returned to school and studying as a paralegal, in Hamilton. I also coach group fitness and martial arts part-time. Officially retired from competition through the pandemic and looking forward to nurturing up and coming female athletes through their personal journey through martial arts.
Keshia Davidson

Volunteer
Hi my name is Keshia Davidson, co-owner and instructor at Coalition Martial Arts. I compete in kickboxing, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. My passions are martial arts, my husky Storm and hiking.
Eugenia Motta

Volunteer