Resources for the MMA Coach/Athlete

A Listmania! list by S. Ali (UK)
(REAL NAME)   
 
Passing the Guard: 1 (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)
1.  Passing the Guard: 1 (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) by Ed Beneville
The list author says:
  "Excellent book on passing the guard. Based on Sport BJJ but a lot is easily tranferable to MMA."
Used & New from: £16.82
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

See buying options
No Holds Barred Fighting, the Clinch: Offensive and Defensive Concepts Inside NHB's Most Grueling Position (No Holds Barred Fighting)
2.  No Holds Barred Fighting, the Clinch: Offensive and Defensive Concepts Inside NHB's Most Grueling Position (No Holds Barred Fighting) by Mark Hatmaker
The list author says:
  "Expand your clinch beyond the double neck tie."
£8.35   Used & New from: £2.67
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

No Holds Barred Fighting, Takedowns: Throws, Trips, Drops and Slams for NHB Competition and Street Defense
3.  No Holds Barred Fighting, Takedowns: Throws, Trips, Drops and Slams for NHB Competition and Street Defense by Mark Hatmaker
The list author says:
  "Excellent for strikers and grapplers as covers offense and defense."
£8.35   Used & New from: £2.35
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

The Guard (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Details and Techniques)
4.  The Guard (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Details and Techniques) by Joe Moreira
The list author says:
  "The guys have done it again with another amazing Sport BJJ book. Once again a lot of it applies to MMA aswell."
Used & New from: £19.75
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

See buying options
Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge
5.  Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge by B. J. Penn
The list author says:
  "The standard by which all MMA instruction books will be measured has been set."
£14.30   Used & New from: £9.54
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

The Fighting Strategies of Muay Thai: Secrets of Thailand's Boxing Camps
6.  The Fighting Strategies of Muay Thai: Secrets of Thailand's Boxing Camps by Mark Van Schuyver
The list author says:
  "Don't know about the secrets of Muay Thai camps but definately good information for any combat athlete."
£25.99   Used & New from: £12.74
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Jiu-jitsu Unleashed: A Comprehensive Guide to the World's Hottest Martial Arts Discipline
7.  Jiu-jitsu Unleashed: A Comprehensive Guide to the World's Hottest Martial Arts Discipline by Eddie Bravo
The list author says:
  "Love this book, especially the half guard section."
£6.23   Used & New from: £4.94
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Wrestling for Fighting: The Sport of Mixed Martial Arts
8.  Wrestling for Fighting: The Sport of Mixed Martial Arts by Randy Couture
The list author says:
  "Nothing complicated here, but what is covered is covered exceptionally."
£14.30   Used & New from: £10.80
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Path to the Black Belt (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Series)
9.  Path to the Black Belt (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Series) by Rodrigo Gracie
The list author says:
  "My new favourite BJJ book. This books tells you how BJJ should be trained."
Used & New from: £48.35
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

See buying options
MUAY THAI - THE MOST DISTINGUISHED ART OF FIGHTING
10.  MUAY THAI - THE MOST DISTINGUISHED ART OF FIGHTING by KRAITUS
The list author says:
  "The English used isn't great and there is nothing on the clinch. Other than that this is a great book and one I have referred to many times."
Used & New from: £24.50
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

See buying options
In the Corner: Great Boxing Trainers Talk About Their Art
11.  In the Corner: Great Boxing Trainers Talk About Their Art by Dave Anderson
The list author says:
  "Psychology, strategy, skills, and stories from the old timers; this book has it all. You just need to look out for the gems. Although not its intent, this book will make you a better coach."
Used & New from: £24.44

See buying options
Corner Men: Great Boxing Trainers
12.  Corner Men: Great Boxing Trainers by Ronald K. Fried
The list author says:
  "A book very similar to Dave Anderson's In the corner. But not as well written. Both are hard to find so if you can't find Anderson's, look for this one."
£13.95   Used & New from: £10.59
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition
13.  Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition by Eddie Bravo
The list author says:
  "Dealing with Jiu Jitsu from the bottom, this book expands on what was introduced in Jiu Jitsu Unleashed. Anybody serious about their ground game should purchase this book."
£20.90   Used & New from: £11.38
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

TVP: Comprehensive Boxing Concepts
14.  TVP: Comprehensive Boxing Concepts by Rakesh Sondhi
The list author says:
  "Not easy to read but in my opinion the best boxing instructional on the market."
Used & New from: £19.99
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

See buying options
The Lonsdale Boxing Manual
15.  The Lonsdale Boxing Manual by Harry Carpenter
The list author says:
  "A good introduction for beginners."
Used & New from: £15.64
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

See buying options

More Actions

Discover more about this author
 See all of their Listmania! lists
Make your own list
 Create a Listmania! list
View your page on Amazon.co.uk
 Go to Your Profile page

About this Listmania!

 

Author

S. Ali (UK)
(REAL NAME)   
Qualifications: MMA Student/Coach
Last updated: 14/02/2008
Report abuse
    

More Listmania!

 

Italian MMA - Books for Fighters Italian MMA - Books for Fighters

Italian MMA - Books for Fighters: A list of 8 items by Manolo Macchetta "Cocooa.com"

Become King of the Cage! Become King of the Cage!

Become King of the Cage!: A list of 12 items by Danny Boy

Most Popular Martial Arts Books People Are Buying Most Popular Martial Arts Books People Are Buying

Most Popular Martial Arts Books People Are Buying: A list of 20 items by listmania

Top 10 books for getting into super physical shape Top 10 books for getting into super physical shape

Top 10 books for getting into super physical shape: A list of 8 items by "lopez07"

Weight Loss: High-Intensity Exercise Delivers Weight Loss: High-Intensity Exercise Delivers

Weight Loss: High-Intensity Exercise Delivers: A list of 12 items by Patrick Hafner "Author of Injury Afoot (for Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain)"