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Forge your path on the mats with gear inspired by the legacy of the Aztec warrior tradition. This rash guard blends Nahuatl language and sacred glyphs with modern performance design, connecting today’s martial artist to the timeless pursuit of discipline, presence, and victory.
Glyphs and Their Meaning
TLĀLTIKPAK — “Upon the Earth”: The mat, the ground where every roll is tested.
IHUAN — “And, together with”: A connector, uniting earth and time.
NIMAN — “Now, in the moment”: The present—where opportunity must be seized.
TLAMĀNI — “The one who conquers”: The fighter, the one who controls the fight and emerges victorious.
Together, these words embody our warrior’s creed:
“Own the Mat. Own the Moment.”
Cultural Symbolism of Teal (Blue-Green)
The teal base of this design carries profound meaning in Nahua culture. Blue-green, known as xihuitl, symbolized life, renewal, and preciousness. It represented jade and turquoise—sacred stones that were rarer than gold and reserved for the most honored warriors and rulers. This color was tied to the south (Huitztlampa)—the direction of vitality, growth, and the strength to face challenges.
For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, teal resonates with the constant cycle of renewal on the mats. Each roll is a chance to grow, refine, and sharpen technique. Just as turquoise and jade endure through time, the lessons gained through BJJ build a foundation of resilience and lasting strength.
Warrior Glyphs Featured
Earth Symbol: Mastery of ground and balance.
Sun Glyph (Tonatiuh): Presence, time, and energy.
Jaguar & Eagle: Warrior emblems of strength, speed, and vision.
This rash guard is not just a piece of gear—it’s armor for modern warriors, carrying forward an ancient message into today’s battles on the mat.
Limited Run
Premium quality, durable stretch fabric
Designed for warriors of every background
Aztec Warrior Rash Guard – Tlaltikpak | Niman Tlamāni
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Glyphs and Their Meaning
TLĀLTIKPAK — “Upon the Earth”: The mat, the ground where every roll is tested.
IHUAN — “And, together with”: A connector, uniting earth and time.
NIMAN — “Now, in the moment”: The present—where opportunity must be seized.
TLAMĀNI — “The one who conquers”: The fighter, the one who controls the fight and emerges victorious.
Together, these words embody our warrior’s creed:
“Own the Mat. Own the Moment.”
Cultural Symbolism of Teal (Blue-Green)
The teal base of this design carries profound meaning in Nahua culture. Blue-green, known as xihuitl, symbolized life, renewal, and preciousness. It represented jade and turquoise—sacred stones that were rarer than gold and reserved for the most honored warriors and rulers. This color was tied to the south (Huitztlampa)—the direction of vitality, growth, and the strength to face challenges.
For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, teal resonates with the constant cycle of renewal on the mats. Each roll is a chance to grow, refine, and sharpen technique. Just as turquoise and jade endure through time, the lessons gained through BJJ build a foundation of resilience and lasting strength.
Warrior Glyphs Featured
Earth Symbol: Mastery of ground and balance.
Sun Glyph (Tonatiuh): Presence, time, and energy.
Jaguar & Eagle: Warrior emblems of strength, speed, and vision.
This rash guard is not just a piece of gear—it’s armor for modern warriors, carrying forward an ancient message into today’s battles on the mat.
Limited Run
Premium quality, durable stretch fabric
Designed for warriors of every background
Size guide
| CHEST (inches) | WAIST (inches) | HIPS (inches) | |
| XS | 36 ¼ | 29 ⅞ | 37 |
| S | 37 ¾ | 31 ½ | 38 ⅝ |
| M | 39 ⅜ | 33 ⅛ | 40 ⅛ |
| L | 42 ½ | 36 ¼ | 43 ¼ |
| XL | 45 ⅝ | 39 ⅜ | 46 ½ |
| 2XL | 48 ⅞ | 42 ½ | 49 ⅝ |
| 3XL | 52 | 45 ⅝ | 52 ¾ |
| CHEST (cm) | WAIST (cm) | HIPS (cm) | |
| XS | 92 | 76 | 94 |
| S | 96 | 80 | 98 |
| M | 100 | 84 | 102 |
| L | 108 | 92 | 110 |
| XL | 116 | 100 | 118 |
| 2XL | 124 | 108 | 126 |
| 3XL | 132 | 116 | 134 |
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