How It Began
RankPatch started on the mats in Southern California, where one problem kept surfacing in No-Gi training- without visible rank display, everything was harder than it needed to be.
In packed No-Gi sessions, both students and coaches faced regular challenges:
Students:
- Who should I train with to meet my training goals?
- What was that training partner’s name again?
- Who do I ask for help?
- Who do I talk to about joining the gym?
Coaches:
Who do I partner up together to ensure good training sessions?
- How do I pair students to ensure good training sessions?
- How do I show the different skill level standards at our gym.
- How do I keep track of my student’s progress?
- How do I remember all the different student’s skill levels?
That’s why we created RankPatch—a simple, durable solution that makes No-Gi training more efficient, and connected.
About RankPatch
Our vision: To create high-quality, innovative products that handle tough training and bring the martial arts community closer together.
Our mission: To help athletes connect, grow, and thrive, both on and off the mats.
About Our Products
We understand the intensity of martial arts training, which is why we’ve engineered our products to meet the high standards of martial art athletes.
Why RankPatch?
- NFC Technology: Instantly connect with others with a simple tap of your phone.
- High Quality Materials: Built to handle intense training and competition.
- European Craftsmanship: Made by skilled artisans and tested to ensure durability.
- Intuitive Rank Displays: Easily showcase your skill level without a uniform.
- Athlete-Tested: Proven to perform by martial artists across the globe.
Whether you’re pushing through tough sparring sessions or competing at the highest level, RankPatch gear is crafted to enhance your training experience and support your martial arts journey.
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Charles launched RankPatch to give No-Gi martial artists a way to showcase their skillset. Combining his expertise in product design and materials testing across Europe and the U.S., he has created high-performance gear that blends tradition with cutting-edge technology. When he’s not working on RankPatch, he enjoys training jiu-jitsu and exploring design ideas.
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Mart brings years of experience in leading tech teams with a strong focus on innovation, he combines his expertise with a vision to make RankPatch the go-to brand for high-tech athletic gear. In his free time you’ll find him riding super-bikes at a national level, brainstorming new business ideas, or finding ways to make products better for athletes everywhere.
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