ABOUT US: The Independent BJJ Brand Story
ABOUT US: Nation Athletic – Driven by the Art of Jiu Jitsu
Welcome to the ABOUT US page for Nation Athletic, your source for premium Jiu Jitsu Apparel and BJJ Lifestyle Clothing. We are more than just a brand; we are an independent BJJ brand built from the ground up by a dedicated grappler.
Our Story: Passion, Perseverance, and the Mat
I’m Marc, the founder of Nation Athletic. This company is a testament to the power of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Despite significant physical hurdles (training with a titanium hip and metal plates in my neck), my passion for BJJ is absolute.
This is the spirit behind Nation Athletic.
The Sacrifice: This business was launched in 2020 with zero outside funding. I used every spare dollar from unemployment and then saved over $3,500 by sacrificing personal expenses to fund our first drop of grappling gear. My schedule was relentless: corporate job until 7 PM, then building Nation Athletic until 1 AM. Every single dollar is reinvested into developing the highest quality BJJ lifestyle apparel for our community.
This is our ABOUT US story—one of hard work, passion, and the unwavering goal of supporting the BJJ lifestyle we all love.
Our Mission: Unifying Through BJJ Lifestyle
Nation Athletic believes that by encouraging a healthy mind and body—the very core of Jiu Jitsu—we can foster kindness and unity.
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"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided."
When you wear our gear, you are supporting this mission and repping the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle.
Our Products: Authentic Jiu Jitsu Gear
We specialize in high-performance grappling clothing and streetwear designed by grapplers, for grapplers:
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High-Quality Rash Guards
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Durable No Gi Fight Shorts
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Premium Hoodies & BJJ T-Shirts
When searching for authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gear, know that Nation Athletic delivers quality rooted in true passion.
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ABOUT US
JIU JITSU APPAREL FOR THOSE THAT DO MORE WITH LESS.
Humble Beginings
Ground up, never top down.
Built for grapplers by grapplers. Nation Athletic started from humble beginnings and we will never forget it.
Working a full ‘day job’, never missing a training session, pumping in every penny of our savings, and then grinding out the business by night.
We built this from the ground up for the community.
Our Story
Fall seven times, stand up eight.
Battling multiple joint replacement surgeries, getting laid off, and starting the business during a pandemic our founder's story is woven into our DNA.
With nothing but a passion for Jiu Jitsu and lunch money as start-up capital, the excess of passion soon overcame the limited resources and we built a multi-6 figure brand in two years.
Our Mission
"Strength is in our differences, not in similarities."
The Jiu Jitsu mats are some of the most diverse communities out there. We aim to showcase this diversity as it only serves to make us stronger.
Cultivating a culture of community, helping to bring people together through a common purpose in a divided world.
We strive for the continual progress of products, athletes, and the Jiu Jitsu community by creating unique statement pieces.
Our Customer Promise
Quality Fabric
We have tested 100s of fabric compositions and settle on what we think is some o fthe best around. Durable, supportive, but not restrictive and moisture wicking.
Durable Stitching
We hate it when stitches pop and unravel! We have worked with our factories to ensure ours do not. Which is why we have a 90 day guarantee on all our products.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand by our quality. If there are any mishaps or defects we will replace or refund any item no questions asked.
Hassle Free Exchanges
Lets be real, sizing is a pain in the ass! Every body is different and there is no standard. We have hassle free $1 exchange coverage so you don't have to pay any shipping.