UFC Fighter Michelle Waterson is now BJJ Purple Belt

Michelle Waterson, UFC fighter, just got promoted to purple belt. Waterson has a black belt in American Free Style Karate. In addition to that, she has trained WuShu, Muay Thai, boxing and wrestling. She gained popularity through the reality tv shows Fight Girls and Bully Beatdown.

In her UFC debut against Paige Van Zant, she managed to choke her via RNC in the second round. This December, she is going to face Tecia Torres.

So blessed and honored to say I have received my purple belt from @baratagb #graciebarranm I have learned so much both in and out of the gym! He has taught me so much about life and has been there to remind me why I choose the path of a warrior! Thank you so much for everything you do! So excited to for this new chapter in my journey!!! I couldn't have done it without the help of @rymarzfreitas as well. You guys are family ???

A post shared by Michelle Waterson (@karatehottiemma) on Jul 22, 2017 at 3:11pm PDT

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A post shared by Michelle Waterson (@karatehottiemma) on Aug 12, 2017 at 9:08am PDT

?Forever a student? thank you @baratagb and @rymarzfreitas #graciebarra

A post shared by Michelle Waterson (@karatehottiemma) on May 17, 2017 at 1:46pm PDT