Dante Leon

In this podcast, Dante Leon, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and NoGi competitor from Canada, discusses topics such as the balance between strength and skill in Jiu Jitsu, the importance of motivation in maintaining longevity in sports, the unique aspects of hockey and its transferable qualities, the growing popularity of Jujitsu and ambitions for future competitions, the role of strength training in Jiu-Jitsu, building muscle durability and stamina through conditioning, and observing physical labor and appreciating a different way of life.

Canadian black belt Dante Leon discusses building confidence in Jiu-Jitsu, adaptability, visualization, stages of mastery, and dealing with criticism. The episode explores valuing skills, time, and the importance of resilience in grappling.

Dante Leon, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and 2024 ADCC bronze medalist from Canada, shares insights from his intense competition experiences. He discusses the importance of recovery and strength training, especially against larger opponents. Dante delves into strategies for outperforming competitors in matchups, highlighting the unique aspects of the CJI ruleset. He passionately describes the work ethic of Team Pedigo and the supportive community surrounding grapplers, emphasizing the crucial role of teamwork in achieving success.