Rafael Mendes

Black Belt

IBJJF Hall of Fame

Instructor and ranked competitor representing Art of Jiu Jitsu Academy.

Associations

Art of Jiu Jitsu Academy

Performance Scorecard

Dynamic skill index based on verified matches and accomplishments.

3,160Overall Score

S-Tier

Performance Rank

Gi BJJ2,510

No-Gi / Submission Grappling600

2ADCC

6IBJJF

Major Titles

Verified achievements recognized on the rankings.

IBJJF Hall of Fame Inductee (2022)
ADCC Hall of Fame Inductee (2022)
IBJJF Hall of Fame Inductee
6x IBJJF World Champion (Featherweight - Record)
2x ADCC World Champion
3x IBJJF European Open Champion
Co-Founder of Art of Jiu-Jitsu (AOJ)
6x IBJJF World Champion (Adult Black Belt Gi)
2x ADCC Champion
Co-founder of Art of Jiu Jitsu

Detailed Description

Rafael Mendes is a 6-time World Champion and co-founder of the Art of Jiu-Jitsu (AOJ) academy. He revolutionized the sport with his technical innovations like the berimbolo, leg drags, and 50/50 guard.