Dillon Danis is a highly accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and professional mixed martial artist with an impressive list of achievements in both disciplines. Born to an Armenian mother and raised in Parsippany–Troy Hills, New Jersey, Danis developed a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at a young age and has since made a significant impact in the grappling world.
In addition to his grappling accolades, Danis has also ventured into the realm of MMA, showcasing his skills inside the cage. Training alongside esteemed fighters such as Conor McGregor, Artem Lobov, Peter Queally, and The Miyao Brothers, Danis has sharpened his martial arts abilities and gained valuable experience.
His accomplishments in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu include being a four-time Grappling World Champion, with two titles in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and two in No-Gi grappling. He has also claimed victories in prestigious tournaments such as the IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Championship, the IBJJF Boca Raton International Open Championship, the IBJJF World Championship, and the UAEJJF Abu Dhabi World Pro Championship.
With his expertise in both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, Dillon Danis continues to make waves in the combat sports world, leaving a lasting impact on both the grappling and mixed martial arts scenes.
Known as "El Jefe" Dillon Danis's nickname reflects his larger-than-life persona in the fight world.
Weighing in at approximately 170 pounds, Dillon Danis's weight aligns with his competitive category in the fighting world.
Boasting a reach of 72 inches, Dillon Danis employs this attribute strategically during his matches.