Paul Ardila is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a full-time practicing attorney out of Atlanta, Georgia. Paul recently won the ADCC West Coast Trials, defeating six opponents in the 99kg division, and solidifying his spot in the 2022 ADCC World Championship.
In this episode, we discuss Paul’s upbringing and his move to the United States from Colombia. We also talk about his start in wrestling and how that eventually transitioned to Jiu Jitsu. He details his competition background, including a year in Brazil while training and completing his undergraduate degree. Finally, Paul explains his approach to balancing a full-time career in law while competing in Jiu Jitsu, and offers practical advice for others that may struggle with finding a balance.
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