The elder brother of the Mendes Bros duo, Guilherme is recognized as one of the best light featherweights in the world. Gui and his brother began their tutelage under the watchful eye of Ramon Lemos. In a short time, they began dominating tournaments at all their belt levels. The typically more stoic Guilherme was described by Andre Galvao as a master tactician with an incredible mind for Jiu-Jitsu.

“Many people don’t realize that many of the positions Rafa does were created by Guilherme…he is the brains…I would have him in my corner coaching any day.” –Andre Galvao

Guilherme and his brother are not only multiple world champions, but also absolutely phenomenal teachers who are sought out worldwide for their very open attitude towards sharing their latest innovative techniques. The Mendes Brothers, began training jiu jitsu about 10 years ago, in Rio Claro, a very small town located in Sao Paulo, Brazil. His cousin Thiago Mendes, who is now a personal trainer and black belt, was responsible for bringing the brothers to martial arts, it was with their cousin where they learned their first steps.

With the arrival of coach Ramon Lemos in the city, they started a great friendship, the brothers always trained with the goal of being champion, not only in jiu jitsu, but champions in life!

With much perseverance and dedication the dream became reality, Rafael and Guilherme Mendes won the major championships, such as World championship, Pan Ams, European championship , Brazilian Nationals and the famous ADCC Tournament created by Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed from Abu Dhabi.