The Chronicles

Driven – Episode 1: Gianni Vazquez

In the premiere episode of Driven, we follow the relentless journey of Gianni Vazquez as he prepares to defend his Up Next Championship belt on November 30th. This episode dives deep into the life of an athlete who refuses to settle, showcasing the discipline, determination, and passion that define him.

From the intensity of training sessions to moments of quiet reflection, Driven offers an unfiltered look at what it takes to stay on top in a fiercely competitive world. Gianni’s story is one of grit, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Will he rise to the occasion and retain his championship? Tune in to Driven and witness the path of a fighter who’s determined to prove he’s still Up Next.

This is more than a documentary—it’s a testament to the spirit of ambition. Welcome to Driven.

Fight week is here, and Miguel Ceja is ready to make his mark as he steps back into the cage on September 9th. The bantamweight fighter from Anaheim, California, has been relentlessly preparing for this moment, especially after dealing with the frustration of two opponents pulling out. "Excited to fight. Especially after having 2 opponents pulling out. So my preparation hasn't stopped," Ceja shared, highlighting his unwavering commitment. Standing at 5'8" and weighing 135 lbs, Ceja holds a professional record of 3 wins and 2 losses, with victories by knockout, submission, and decision. Training out of Rounders MMA, his dedication and skill were evident in our recent photoshoot and video session, capturing the focused mindset he’s bringing to the fight. Don’t miss the action and stay tuned for more updates as Miguel Ceja brings his warrior spirit to the cage on fight night!

We took our visual production to the beach to film our newest campaign for our Women Compression pant. An unexpected weather change suddenly happened and thunder and rain was about to ruined our plans.

Look how it turned out:

We caught up with Noah Teran aka King Kast at the Coachella art festival. Where he talks to us about his latest work and the inspiration behind his amazing paintings. His emotional connection and life experiences pass thru him from paint brush to canvas. 

Follow his journey as a painter on instagram: @kingkast1 

VNDTA Studios pays respect to the spirit and craftsmanship of Chicano art and jiujitsu by creating designs with bold and stylized graphics. The designs incorporate the traditional elements of Chicano art, such as graffiti and stylized skeletons, to create strong visual statements. Bold typography and geometric shapes pay homage to the meditative nature of jiujitsu.

The designs created by VNDTA Studios evoke a spirit of celebration of culture and art, while encapsulating the power and strength of martial arts disciplines.