Teo Balanzat - Meet our Athletes

Mateo "Teo" Balanzat
Grey Belt
Atos Philippines

"You can teach someone how to do things, but things like caring, trying your best, being kind, or never giving up usually come from inside a person"

Teo Balanzat may be one of the youngest athletes on the Hyperfly Philippines roster, but his heart, discipline, and talent speak volumes. Training under Atos Philippines, Teo has been building a solid competition resume with standout performances across Southeast Asia. His biggest inspiration? Protecting his family and giving his all, no matter the outcome.

Teo has collected an impressive list of achievements: gold at the 2023 Pan Asians, 2024 Cebu International Open, 2024 Copa de Dumau, 2025 Jäger Asian Open (38kg), and 2025 Malaysia International (Kid 5). He also earned silver at the 2023 Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro, Marianas Pro, Asia Pacific Jiu Jitsu Championships, and multiple events in 2024 and 2025, including the Manila International Open, Asean Open, National Selection Trials, and Malaysia International (Kid 4). He trains daily while balancing school, driven by a clear goal: to one day become a black belt and a champion. Teo’s journey reminds us that success starts with heart, and that the best is yet to come.