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by Renzo Gracie (Author), Royler Gracie (Author), Kid Peligro (Author)

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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: ebrandedbooks.com,US; illustrated edition edition (1 Dec 2001)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1931229082
ISBN-13: 978-1931229081
Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 21.3 x 1.5 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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During the last decade, the martial arts world has looked to innovative mixed martial arts competitions such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship to determine which fighting style is the best. These contests have repeatedly shown the grappling style of martial arts, headed by Brazilian jiu-jitsu, to dominate. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu style stems from the premise, garnered from analysis of actual street fights, that the outcome of any fight is decided on the ground. While most martial arts deal only with the initial punching and kicking stages of combat, Brazilian jiu-jitsu concentrates on ground combat. This guide shows how to use Brazilian jiu-jitsu to increase combat effectiveness. Photographs and step-by-step instructions show how to master the techniques used in this exciting new form of combat.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent technical manual on BJJ, 20 Jun 2002

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This is the book that I have been waiting for, and it did not disappoint. If only all martial art books were up to this standard. It is a well conceived, well executed treatise on the basics of Brazilian Jiu-Jutsu, one of the most effective fighting systems ever designed.
The level of detail on technique is excellent, never too much, always concise and to the point. One of my main gripes with most martial arts manuals are the poor or non-existent photos/illustrations. This is not the case here however, the photos form the perfect counterpart to the excellent descriptions, with zoom in detail shots of the more subtle intricacies of the technique an inspired touch.
The book is well indexed and finding your chosen technique is never a chore. As the book suggests pick a technique, practice, practice, practice and you have added yet another extremely effective technique to your defensive/offensive arsenal.
The selection of techniques is very comprehensive considering the huge variation of BJJ techniques around. You should be able to find a technique for any situation or readily adapt any of the techniques chosen within. If I had to recommend any one source for self-defence, it would have to be this book (most people in this country at least don't have access to a good BJJ school).
The book also contains advice on the basic theories on which BJJ is based, such as position, when to attack, how to adapt to different fighting styles e.t.c. These are not covered in a great amount of detail and perhaps could have benefited from a more thorough treatment.
Obviously nothing comes close to actual training, but whilst training in Vale Tudo I have found this book indispensable as a training aid and I've developed a new found respect for the Gi! Highly recommended to anyone interested in Self-defence, submission fighting or martial arts in general. If you are a gracie fan then you shouldn't even need to read this!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring book, 4 April 2003

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As a single source of inspiration, this book was it for me. I bought it out of curiosity, and it fired me up enough to join my local BJJ gym and now I train there regularly.

Renzo and Royler offer a wonderful insight into this powerful combat art and Kid Peligro's writing is a joy (I've seen too many poorly written martial art books).

The authors are clear to point out that the techniques on offer are not there as museum pieces, to be followed to the letter, rather, they offer techniques which are simply one of a possible many for a given situation. Practitioners should learn to move from one technique to another, always looking for the best position.

The 'chapters' are divided into belts, but they stress that the BJJ system of awarding belts is not like other martial arts where superior technical knowledge does not necessarily make a superior fighter.

I would say that this book is the closest one can get to learning BJJ without actually going to a class. Having said that, my experience has shown that nothing beats live training.

Buy it, you won't regret it.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Of limited value for a serious BJJ practitioner, 14 Jun 2004

By	D. Harrop "pigeon_down" (England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've been training BJJ for almost a decade and own numerous DVD and Video instructionals, along with a couple of books. This book is well laid out, but the moves are very basic and very limited in number, and the self defence stuff is space filling garbage IMHO. Roylers other book on submission wrestling is far better than this for someone looking to learn techniques, although this might give a total beginner an insight to the sport, the book is more of a souvenir purchase than a real training aid. For somebody looking to learn BJJ i would advise you buy instructional video's or DVD's from someone like Mario Sperry, or Leo Viera.
I will probably put my copy up for sale very soon, as it has no reference value.

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4.0 out of 5 stars New to fighting, now a lot better
Having followed the mixed martial arts scene for a year but with no background in fighting, I started looking for a book on Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. Read more

Published 4 months ago by J. P. K. K.

2.0 out of 5 stars What is all the fuss about?
I did not like this book. It is clear in its instruction of individual techniques but next to Rodrigo Gracie's The Path to the Black Belt it is absolute rubbish.

Published 5 months ago by Grappling addict

5.0 out of 5 stars good for beginners
I bought this book and the pictures and explanations are easy to understand. I have just started jiu-jitsu and on my 3rd lesson I managed to apply a submission from the book on a... Read more

Published 14 months ago by Lee's thougfhts

5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic buy!
This book is essential to anyone who is interested in ground fighting. Renzo and Royler Gracie have proved themselves time and time again on the freefight circuit. Read more

Published 18 months ago by S. A. Weller

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The explanations are clear and the book is very well illustrated with plenty of photos. A large variety of techniques are covered ranging from easy to advanced. Read more

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Published on 23 Sep 2007 by Barry Ley

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I've just started BJJ although I've trained in Martial Arts before. Although the techniques in BJJ don't require any great amount of power or years of training to perform (unlike... Read more

Published on 11 Oct 2004 by S. Williamson

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Receivieved this book last week and was amazed with the finishing techniquies.I've done ju jitsu but this book amazed me.Well recommended. Read more

Published on 8 Aug 2002 by robertwright8

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
Its a good book. Great 1st part with the history and concepts of jiu jitsu. Techniques are good but don't expect new amazing stuff. Read more

Published on 17 Feb 2002 by frank77@aeiou.pt

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best True Martial Arts book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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