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Dante Leon: Jiu Jitsu Athlete Profile

Dante Leon, a Canadian-born Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, is known for his success in No-Gi competitions.

He started training in his teens and has since won several major titles, including the IBJJF Pan No-Gi Championships twice and the IBJJF World No-Gi Championships once. Leon is a dedicated grappler who has trained under renowned instructors and continues to compete at a high level.

Biography

Dante Leon, born in Ontario, Canada, began his martial arts journey in his early teens with boxing and jiu-jitsu. He trained under various instructors and competed in numerous tournaments, achieving a black belt in 2017.

Leon eventually opened his own jiu-jitsu club, Adamas Jiu-Jitsu, and continued to train and compete at a high level.

How Old is Dante Leon?

As of writing, Dante Leon is 29 years old.

What is his Weight Class?

He is competing in the 77kg division.

What is his Belt Rank?

Dante Leon holds a Black Belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.

Team or Affiliation

GF Team / Adamas Jiu-Jitsu

Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won

  • Kasai 170 lbs Champion (2020)
  • 1st Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2019 / 2022)
  • 1st Place IBJJF Pans Championship NOGI (2017 / 2018 / 2023)
  • 1st Place IBJJF American Nationals NOGI (2017)
  • 1st Place AIGA Champions League (2023)
  • 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2021)
  • 3rd Place ADCC (2022 / 2024*)
  • 3rd Place IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2018)
  • 3rd Place IBJJF American Nationals NOGI (2017*)

Noteworthy Matches

 Dante Leon vs Eliezer Skaf

Dante Leon vs Paolo Costa

Popular Submissions and Moves

  • RNC
  • Armbar

 

Find Dante Leon on Instagram @danteleonbjj