#003 - Nathan Mendelsohn - Discipline Is Built Through Adversity

Nathan Mendelsohn is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, competitor, coach, and a personal friend. A valued member of the Santa Cruz community, Nathan has dedicated his life to the art of BJJ, competing at the highest levels while mentoring the next generation of athletes.A disciple of the legendary Cláudio França, Nathan’s lineage traces back to Carlos and Helio Gracie through Francisco Mansor. His competition resume speaks for itself—he’s an IBJJF American Nationals champion (2020), an IBJJF Asian Open silver medalist (2017), and a podium finisher at both the Abu Dhabi World Pro and IBJJF European Open. Even after tearing his ACL just a week before the IBJJF World Championships in 2018, he bounced back to compete in 10 tournaments across four countries within a year—winning six titles in the process.In this episode, we talk about his journey through high-level competition, his mindset during recovery, and the evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—from its early roots to where he sees the sport heading in the future. We also dive into his approach to coaching, how he structures training for different skill levels, and what it takes to develop the next generation of athletes.---How to find Nathan:TikTok @NathanMendelsohnYouTube  @nathanmendelsohnbjj  ---Follow for more:https://www.instagram.com/themasiclinic/Listen on Spotify:---This video is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or replace consultation with a licensed healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.