Eseta Lolongovava’u Fonongaloa Reupenny, known as Seta, was born on the Island of Tonga and raised in the Bay Area, California. She now resides in Gilbert, Arizona, with her husband, a fellow black belt, their six children, and three beloved dogs. Her family demonstrates a strong commitment to jiu jitsu through their various adult belt ranks.
With 15 years of training and five years as a black belt, Seta leads the Women’s Program at Gracie Arizona Gilbert and serves as an Ambassador for Girls in Gis, the Arizona chapter. She founded the Gracie Arizona Women’s Program, embodying respect, dedication, and hard work.
Seta is a fierce competitor, balancing her passion for competition with a focus on training and personal growth. She enjoys Polynesian dance, music, and community involvement. Seta is CPR certified and proficient in Relson Gracie Self-Defense. She is an exceptional addition to Barn Cat Jiu Jitsu.