Book Description
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. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (120)

Excellent Book
I purchased this book on the recommendation of a guy that I ran into in the martial arts section of Barnes and Noble (purchased it on Amazon...it's $10 cheaper)and I will definitely be providing the same recommendation to others. I began taking jiu jitsu classes approximately 3 weeks prior to my purchase of this book and I was becoming quickly frustrated with my inability beat anyone in my class.While I am blessed to have a fantastic instructor, I'm not the most patient person so I purchased this book and read it the weekend between my 3rd and 4th weeks of being in class in the hopes that I could speed my technical progress.The book opens with a nice introduction to the sport as well as a description of the basic positions that are fundamental building blocks for a begininer but may be overlooked in a class where everyone is already familiar with the basics.The book clearly explains every move and provides large color pictures to highlight every aspect of a technique from start to finish.Additionally, for some of the more complicated maneuvers a reverse picture is shown along side the normal description with extra hints to make the technique more adaptable.After just one time reading this book, I felt exponentially more confident the first time that I rolled in class afterwards and I had significantly greater success on the mats than I was having just 3 days prior.As a female, I like the component of jiu jitsu that allows for a smaller, weaker opponent to dominate a larger, stronger player simply by relying on technique and forethought rather than brute strength, and after the purchase of this book, I was enlightened on dozens of techniques that allow for exactly that.If I wore a gi in class, I would have given this book 5 stars, however I do not, so some of the techniques aren't applicable to me and there is no non-gi alternative described for some of the moves that hinge directly on the capability of maneuvering an opponent by the handling of his clothing.Conclusively, I highly recommend this book to the beginner who has never taken a ground fighting class before.It also serves as a decent refresher for returning participants as well as a bridge for people who previously have experience in wrestling but not in jiu jitsu.

Helpful aide to the Gracie curriculum
I recently started training in Gracie Jiujitsu.The Gracie system has a structured curriculum i.e. so many lessons at each level, and I found this book to be helpful.After training, I come home, find the technique I learned in the book, and flag the page.I then have a visual reference to go over the techniques in my head when there is no training for the day. It's easy to understand, the pictures are clear and show the important steps, and the pages are color coded to belt level (though I found this wasn't exactly accurate).

Overall, it is a good purchase for anyone studying this martial art.

Resurection of the Gracie Gift
Overall i think the book is very good and worth buying.However there are a few baffling decision made by the authors in the book.Escape from half guard for instance, where much is made of how common a position it is, and then they include it in the Black belt syllabus??I would have had it in the blue belt section, personally, seeing as it is so commonly used.Also the Gracies continue to churn out the very useless standard guard pass in this book, a pass nobody in their right mind would try and use if their opponent has even heard of the triangle choke. Surely they could have put a more useful guard pass in?To their credit at least they mention its limitations. (Unlike Rorions instruction video!)

Excellent and to the point
I liked the step by step narative with pictures. I liked how the art is explained in the first few chapters. The writers didnt talked over my head and it was easy enough to understand. I get a distinct feeling that the Gracie family actually cares that this art is passed along correctly, which shows in this book. Not alot of "extra" garbage, They get to the point and do a great job of teaching it.

Being a student of BJJ, I found this very helpful in understanding the art and the techniques presented. Well Done.

exellence
very good manual, seems to be useful in the practice, which is what i desperatelly needed:) ... Read more

Product Description
The most comprehensive instructional book on Gracie Jiu-Jitsu ever produced. *Over 1200 full color pictures*Precise instruction by Grand Master Helio Gracie, the creator of the system.*Hardbound *The History, The Introduction and The Gracie Diet chapters are loaded with classic vintage photographs. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (11)

Helio the great!
This book is not the tell all to those looking for indepth look at BJJ and technique.It is a great table book to have for all BJJ guys that want a slice of history.Gracie JJ was created and molded by Helio and his bro Carlos to be used as a self defense art.It has taken shape today into a whole new beast.As beautiful as the art has become...this book touches on the self defense aspect of BJJ.There is a ton of stand up defense and a few chapter on the basic Gracie JJ techniques we all know and love..arm bar, triangle etc.Buy this book if you are a true fan..plain and simple!

Focus on self defense and basics
This book covers jiu jitsu fundamentals and self defense as good as any.For what it aims to do - preserve the simplicity of Helio's high leverage innovations - it is a fanstastic, if slightly pricey, book.There's answers to many questions that don't appear in daily jiu jitsu training.("How do I use what I know to defend a knife attack?")It's also great for reminders - "What's the perfect posture to avoid a triangle?" - Helio demonstrates the correct way.

All this said, do buy the book for what it is, not what it isn't.It isn't a manual on modern innovations - there are better places to learn the X-guard, the De La Riva Guard, the Rubber Guard, and other no Gi techniques.The focus is on gi jiu jitsu fundamentals and self defense.For that, it succeeds greatly.

Had the book since it's release
Excellent...

Must have for any level of Jiu-Jitsu.

A masterwork
This is clearly the best book on Brazilian jiujitsu I've ever read, or even seen.It covers everything and really makes clear the process of going from first touch to winning pin.Everyone should have this.

This is a great collector's item!
Very good book! It's a great book for all of those Jiu-Jitsu or grappling enthusiasts and a great collector's item as well. The book emphasizes more on street self-defense rather than a full grappling instructional book as it was intended by Master Helio Gracie. So, again if you are looking to learn total grappling by the Gracies then this is not the book for you. I personally bought this book more as a collection, because I believe that Master Helio Gracie is a big part of the martial art history. I am an Aikido practitioner and I have a lot of respect to the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. I realized that no matter what art you practice, it is still important to learn the proper way of ground self-defense and the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu has it all. ... Read more

Book Description

An introduction to jiu-jitsu from one of its most dominant stars

Customer Reviews (25)

alternative jiu jitsu but i liked it
i was impressed with the book and illustrations. I practice with a Gi but enjoy using the "lock up" and moves that dont use grabbing the uniform. I will buy the other books soon. the only drawback I can see is if you are not flexible some of the moves will be impossible to pull off.

Jiujitsu unleshed
good book. lots of good storyline and technique instructions. Needs better angle for the pictures of the techniques.

put on your rubber guard!
This book is awesome.I have many Jiu-jitsu books.This book is revolutionary.The thing I love the most about it is how the thought process of each move was explained.Like why you move from one step to the next.It is not simply writen explinations of what you are doing.It is definatly not for the beginner but it will take any other level of player to the next level up.I recomend this book to anyone who has atleast more than 6 months of BJJ.Anyone who is trying to train for reality self-defense or nogi BJJ NEEDS this book.I disagree with the person who says that training with a gi is good for street fighting because "someone on the street will probably have a shirt on."That is b.s.When you train for a fight you don't train for "probably" or "most of the time".You train for worst case scenarios which would be fighting nogi.Anyone with BJJ experience can be taught to perform a collar choke in about half a minute.So skip the gi and go with nogi.You will thank yourself later when you choke someone out who's shirt ripped off in the fight!

Jiu-jitsu Unleashed
Great book.I loved it.I have been able to use most of the techniques in the book to obtain submissions during my roll time.

Good for the price
I was going to write a long summary but here is the book in one sentence.
This book is great as a small instructional of submissions to add to your jiu-jitsu game from positions which you never really liked, or wanted to be in. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Great book!
Volume 3 in a great series, this one focusing on takedowns and throws, attacks and escapes from the back, mount, north and south, and breaking the grip. History, intro, and rules for competition sections are continuations of what is in volumes 1 and 2. Plenty of black and white photos, as in the first three volumes, with 13 - 38 techniques in each section. Great techniques, in huge quantities, with many linked into "if he resists" chains. All gi, although many techniques can be used no-gi. Suggestions are similar to other volumes: explanations can be a little spartan, and no details on how to maintain positional control. Also, as a whole, the series does not cover escapes from submissions. On the whole, though, outstanding value given sheer quantity of great information, compared with BJJ VHS/DVD techniques/dollar. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

RIGANS Jiu-jitsu Works plain and simple!!
Everything Rigan shows in his books works, the guy is a jiu_jitsu genius!!! Great book, easy to follow, nothing flamboyant in this book. Exactly what you would expect from the best Jiu-JItsu fighter on the planet. Check out Jean-jacques book too!!!! AWESOME!!!

Good visual and Memory Prompt
Good guide for beginners to intermediates. Pictures help with stimulating memory to recall moves during training, but inevitably nothing is better than a good teacher and mat time.

A fantastic book in a great series
This series is an essential addition to your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu library, if you don't own it you should.

No Index
This book could have been great. The information is well written and well laid out.
BUT:
IT DOESNT HAVE AN INDEX! What was the author thinking when he wrote an "Encyclopedia" and didnt include an index????

It also doesnt name the techniques, so imagine a class where you are discussing "Technique number 37" this does not lend itself to learning or teaching.

Frustrating to read
... Read more

Book Description
No Gi, No Fear, No Prisoners!

The fastest-growing martial art in the world is submission grappling, a style that sheds formal rules like old clothing and allows combatants to get down to the pure physics of fighting: two men, no gis, one winner. Whether it is in no-holds-barred events like the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Pride, or in the ADCC World Submission Wrestling Championships, submission grappling is the style that the world's greatest athletes are using to pit themselves against one another and determine who reigns supreme. It can be considered the ultimate evolution of the martial arts.

The greatest successes in submission grappling have come from Brazilian jiu-jitsu backgrounds, and of those none has surpassed Royler Gracie. Not only has the 145-pound Royler won three consecutive ADCC titles, but he also has pioneered techniques that have given him an unbelievable string of successes against opponents of all sizes, from 200-pound jiu-jitsu champions to 300-pound behemoths. In Submission Grappling Techniques, Royler spills his secrets for the first time.

Submission Grappling Techniques includes 102 positions designed specifically for the slippery, fast-paced, unpredictable world of no-gi grappling. It offers Royler's tips on successful combination moves, garnered from his more than 300 professional fights, as well as advice on training routines, mental stamina, and avoiding injuries that twenty years as an instructor has taught him. If you come from a jiu-jitsu background, you will want his guidelines on how to adjust your game when you have no gi to grab. If you come from judo, sambo, wrestling, or any other martial art, you will want to get the goods from the master who has defeated the other champions.

Royler Gracie won his first title at age seven and hasn't stopped since. Considered the most technically proficient Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter of all time, he has won the world title four times, along with many national titles. In no-gi fighting, he has won the ADCC World Submission Wrestling Championship an unprecedented three consecutive years, along with victories in Pride, Vale Tudo, 21st Century Warriors, and many more. Coauthor of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique, Royler is head instructor at the Gracie Humaita Academy in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Kid Peligro holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and is one of the world's leading martial arts journalists, with regular columns in Grappling, Gracie Magazine, and ADCC News. He is the author or coauthor of three of the most successful martial arts books in recent years: The Gracie Way, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Self-Defense Techniques. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (17)

Great for Gi and No-gi grapplers alike
This book just like most in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu series can help improve your game tremendously.The book begins with a great theory section where Royler diverges secrets to training and becoming a champion among other great points.Sections on grips and drills are a great addition to the book.Grips are especially important to discuss when talking about grappling without a Gi since there is a whole new set.There is a good amount of techniques from any position that will work in Gi and no Gi situations.The authors credentials speak for themselves and this book is a great addition to any Jiu-Jitsu library it becomes a part of.Buy this book and you won't be sorry.

A good guide, but not for beginners.
As a more seasoned student of jiu-jitsu, I found this book to be a great addition to my library. It may even help me defeat my wife (a purple belt) one day. It is very detailed in its description of techniques but a beginner would be hard pressed to benefit from it (reason for 4 stars). Royler is a legend in jiu-jitsu and commands great respect as an authority on the sport, providing validity to this book. I have a number of the guides and they are all great. This is a good addition to a practitioner's library.

Great Book, with Great Instructors in it.
This book is very good for someone who wants to learn submission wrestling, or someone who wants to add to the submission game.In my case I compete in gi, and have never fought in no gi, so getting this book, really helped me take what I learned with the gi, and make changes for when I don't have the gi.Very good instruction.Plus the instructors in it are unbelievable.I fight for Royler Gracie and David Adiv, but David Adiv is the one who trains me since he lives in the US, and he alone is Roylers best black belt, David Adiv puts out the best Fighters, and him and Royler together are great to learn from.Very good book.Highly suggest it to any fighter.

One of the Best in the Series!
Another in what has become a rapidly growing series (mostly co-written by Kid Pelligro) from Invisible Cities Press, backed by the same UAE Shiek who holds the ADCC Submission Grappling Championships (now every two years), ADCC legend Royler Gracie (son of Helio) returns to share techniques expressly designed for no-Gi/Kimono Submission Grappling.

This volume is giant step up from the previous two. Not only are the techniques rock solid, the organization is excellent (heck, there's organization!) and Royler goes through everything from getting grips (tricky without the cloth to hold on to), to takedowns, passing the guard, submissions from top and from the guard, sweeps, etc.

The text portion covers rules, strategies, and other important aspects of ADCC-style Submission Grappling, and the photos. like the rest of the series, are bright, full color, and with alternate angles when necessary.

It's unfortunate it took the series a few stumbles to get on track, but awesome that if finaly found such great form!

From One of the Best..... Ever
We all know about Helio Gracie's sons. They have their champions in each arena and Royler's game seems to be submission wrestling. He is a perennial competitor at the ADCC championships and has come away with his share of medals.

Royler is a natural instructor and likes to teach by showing the techniques. Teaming up with Peligro has proven to be a bit of a masterstroke. Peligro is a well credentialled writer, but has the advantage of being a BJJ black belt and being very familiar with the Gracie family, themselves.

This family of books (Peligro) is always well organised and well photographed. This organisation and photography has improved over time, as well, and these later books are close to the best books in the market. The only ones surpassing them are the Ed Beneville books on the Guard and Passing the Guard.

In this book, Royler spends a significant portion of the text talking about adaptation of the gi game to no-gi and training for each type of competition. His discussion of strategy and the mental game is an important part of this book and separates this volume from many other books in the genre.

First, Royler covers grips and controls. These are well known to wrestlers, but this an area the jiu jitsu practitioner needs to get right to play no-gi. He follows this with drills for the basics. Stuff we all need. You've probably seen the drills before, but have you used them? Maybe it's time you did!

Following this is a fairly in-depth look at standing grappling. Takedowns, takedown defences and using those grips and controls from earlier are covered.

The standup section is good. Workman like, though. It's stuff you need to work on. The next section is the bit we buy the book for. It's when the man talks ground work. Surprising to some, Royler's game is basic. The techniques string together into a game. Royler shows how to combine techniques that flow together and shows details that make them work.

The book is well worth it for the gi grappler who is looking to improve his or her no-gi game. Equally, it is for anyone who wants to see what is working for the man, himself. ... Read more

Book Description
Unlike most other martial arts, jiu-jitsu involves no spectacular throws and kicks and no ceremonial bows. Unlike boxing, it has no punching. And unlike virtually every other fighting technique, it does not rely on brute strength. Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a form of self-defense that takes place almost entirely on the ground although its falling techniques from a standing position are a distinctive mark among competitors. Fighters use snakelike grappling moves to choke their opponent, or, with the weight of their entire body, they press against key joints, bringing them close to the breaking point.

This practical guide builds on its predecessor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basic Techniques, offering specific intermediate and advanced instruction as well as illuminating historical context. Acclaimed author Fabio Gurgel explains the discipline’s origins with the ancient Samurai; its seminal place as the father of the major Japanese martial arts, including judo and aikido, as well as its influence on karate. Gurgel describes the mental techniques of jiu-jitsu that have made him one of the sport’s superstars, teaching how to achieve self-confidence, self-esteem, stress relief, and an increased ability to focus. Written in a clear, accessible style and incorporating a wealth of black-and-white photographs, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Advanced Techniques offers world-class training to help readers realize their ultimate potential in this popular art. ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (7)

Great book for those with experience.
This is a great book by the Gracie's. But as you go along in the book you can see it wouldn't benefit a beginner much. It is for those already with brazilian jiu- jitsu experience.

No replacement for time on the mat, but a solid read -
A solid addition to the series - good fundamentals from the Grand Master Helio Gracie.Simple, yet effective techniques that are the foundation for any Brazilian Jiu Jitsu student.Royler takes it further with some great chokes.Good ideas to take to the mat.

Comprehensive and easy to follow submission encyclopedia
Gracie Submission Essentials is 240+ pages of full color photos that explain how to do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submissions from almost any position. The photographs for each submission are large, clear, and plentiful - usually four or more for each technique. While those reading it will not be able to master the techniques without a partner, this book is an incredible starting point for those new to the sport and also a great reference for more advanced students. Kimuras, chokes, gogoplatas, omoplatas, locks, triangles, etc... they're all inside.

While there is an introduction section with brief biographies, interviews, and training tips, the primary sections of the book break down as follows:

- Grandmaster's Favorites. Helio Gracie dons a gi and demonstrates the basic (but devastating) submissions of BJJ. These include the standing kimura, choke from the mount, americana, various arm-locks, and the legendary rear-naked choke. 13 techniqus, 29 pages.
- Stand Up Submissions. Royler grapples with Megaton (I though that was MegaTRON the first time I read it) for the rest of the chapters. The standing techniques include standing chokes, wrist/arm locks, knee locks,the guillotine, and pretty much everything you'd ever want to know from the standing position. Since a lot of new BJJ practitioners don't learn these techniques in class (a lot of schools start rolling from the knees), this is an important section for any new student heading to a tournament to read. 26 techniques, 51 pages.
- Guard Pass Submissions. These are some pretty intense techniques that will take a lot of practice and timing to do properly and safely (most of them involve flipping your opponent over). 3 techniques, 7 pages.
- Side Control Submissions. A lot of newer students see side control as just a transition stage, and it is not. Leg-locks, knee-on-the-stomach attacks, chokes, americanas, spine-locks, arm-locks, and arm-crushers are covered. 19 techniques, 46 pages.
- Mount Submissions. Submissions from the mount are some of the most common, but can always be practiced. Chokes, triangles, nutcracker chokes, arm-locks, and the knee-split are shown. 9 techniques. 20 pages.
- Back Control Submissions. The submissions in this section are interesting because "the back" is a broad definition; these techniques tend to be defined according to situation and include "opponent bridges" and "opponent stands up." 5 techniques, 14 pages.
- Turtle and Half Guard submissions. This is a sort of a short "miscellaneous" chapter. The bananna split, chokes, calf-lock, and kimura are covered. 5 techniques, 12 pages.
- Guard Submissions. Are you comfortable fighting from your back? If not, this chapter is a MUST. Chokes, arm-bars, triangles, wrist-lock, omoplata, shoulder locks, crucifix chokes, reverse americanas, gogoplatas, and more. 25 techniques, 63 pages.

While this is one of the best books on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submissions on the market, it is not the ONLY book you will ever need. It is VERY specific to gi (uniform) submissions, so not every technique will work in a no-gi environment (UFC, etc...). As well, this book does not cover movement - something that is critical to getting into proper position for submissions. Other books (including Royce Gracie's excellent Ultimate Fighting Techniques Volumes I & II - Volume I being a great reference for movement) are necessary to truly understand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Take Your Submissions to the Next Level
Learn essential submission techniques from the masters of Jiu-Jitsu.There are also great tips on how to become a great finisher.

Must have addition to any Jiu-Jitsu practitioner's library
This is book is simply one of the best books of its kind out on the market right now.The theory presented in this book regarding how to be a good finisher is invaluable to anyone looking to improve their game.In addition the book presents techniques that are personal favorites of two of the most technical Jiu-Jitsu players ever to walk the earth (Helio and Royler Gracie).The techniques section also includes a variety of combination techniques for those looking to take their submissions to the next level.If you want to learn how to become a good finisher and you want to add techniques to your game buy this book and you won't be dissapointed. ... Read more

Book Description


Learn to Teach Children Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!!

Students of the Legendary Martial Artist Royce Gracie and Network Representatives in the Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Charles dos Anjos and Larry Shealy have developed a program that is taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Children to the many traditional Martial Arts Curriculums across the United States.

Their trademarked "Kid-Jitsu(R)" program is a "teach the teacher" system for theirBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum. This book, along with the Kid-Jitsu DVD, will allow Martial Arts Instructors from all styles to learn and begin to teach the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu andreceive their "Kid-Jitsu Instructor Certification" in the process.

Quote from the Legendary Royce Gracie:

"Larry Shealy has been a student of mine for over ten years. He received his purple belt (3rd Degree) from me and continues to spread my family's style of Jiu-Jitsu as my Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network Representative in Jacksonville, Florida.He teaches a very successful adult and youth program there and has a great business background.He is personable and reliable.I am thrilled to have him as part of my team." Royce Gracie ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Safe, fun, and valuable program for kids.
Mr. Larry Shealy has provided a Jiu Jitsu program for children that works.The program diagramed in this book teaches the teachers on methods of training kids in a safe and very effective manner while implementing honor, pride, and a whole curriculum of values directed toward promting positive attitutes while learning effective jiu jitsu as a standard of self defence and sport as opposed to fighting and bullying. Mr. Shealy's program took what worked in the classical martial arts as far as discipline and order, then mixed it together with the most efficiant fighting and self defence style in martial arts history, brazillian jiu jitsu.
As a practitioner of jiu jitsu i found that Larry Shealy has created a way to teach jiu jitsu in simpler terms for all the kids to get it while having room to add more which is also outlined in the program for the kids that are more advanced in their understanding.
After getting licenced certification through Mr. Shealy's program, I had the confidence and tools to actually teach kids Gracie Jiu Jitsu, and instill values into everday life. Through the younger generations Kid Jitsu is bringing back the respect and honor of Jiu Jitsu which has seemingly been clouded during its popularity and growth.With this book and (DVD available only from the author) you, as an instructor, will be prepared and always have reference to impliment the sucess of Larry Shealy's program right at home in your own school.

Kid-Jitsu corresponding DVD
A quick note to let you know that this book comes with a corresponding DVD that must be ordered from the author. The contact information is in the appendix of the book. ... Read more

Book Description
A first-class introduction to the techniques of the fighting art, Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu includes over 250 full-color images along with detailed descriptions on performing every move and countermove.

Marc Walder, an accomplished black belt trained by the legendary Gracie family and Mauricio Gomes, illustrates the techniques to attack, respond, defend, and control any match.

Through high-quality full-color photo sequences and step-by-step instruction, you will learn proven techniques for these skills:

• Submission techniques from various positions
• Controlling the top position
• Arm locks and other attacking maneuvers
• Defending from the bottom position
• Effective escapes and counters

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Customer Reviews (5)

Important Information
This is a sport jiu-jitsu book;which means about one in every four techniques can be used in mma competition.
I try to only buy sport bjj books when they are written by a former UFC/Pride champion.
This book is for the total begginner.
It's broken down as follows;
1)Rear Mount techniques-10 moves.
2)Mount techniques-20 moves.
3)Side Control techniques-22 moves.
4)Guard techniques-68 moves.
Overall,this is an excellent book as Royce also links moves together.

Great book to increase your grappling skills
This is another great book by Royce Gracie.Unlike some other books written by the Gracie family this book focuses on knowledge and technique to be good at grappling and not just on strength.The book is full of hundreds of great techniques that really work quite well.I go to jujitsu class every day with a new technique and I keep frustrating my fellow classmates with my new knowledge.This book, and Royce's first book, are a must have for anyone that wants to increase their skill in grappling without having to hit the gym five days a week in the hopes of being strong enough to using some "fancy looking" move.On a scale of 10, I would give this book a 9.5!

Great encyclopedia of techniques
This book follows the pattern of the first volume.It is a great reference tool for the bottom position.About the second half of the book are moves from the guard while the first half is a mix of the other bottom positions.Its a great book!

Necessary Jiu-Jitsu
If you want to improve your jiu-jitsu game through the use of books, there are three you should read. The first is Ultimate Fighting Techniques Volume 1 - a book that details the basics such as clinching and fighting from the top. The second is Gracie Submission Essentials by Helio and Royler Gracie - a book that is completely focused on submissions from almost every imaginable position. The third is this book, and I have found it to be the most useful for improving my skills.

_Ultimate Fighting Techniques Volume 2: Fighting from the Bottom_ reveals what you should do when you are fighting from positions that are considered "disadvantaged" - that is, positions where your back is generally on the mat. If you intend to compete in a grappling tournament, you WILL find yourself in these positions eventually. The knowledge in this book could very well be the difference between you having to submit to an opponent and you being able to reverse positions and submit them. Do you know how to escape the side mount without being choked out or submitted via kimura? Can you break the mounted choke? Can you do a half-guard sweep? If the answer to any of these questions is NO, then you need to study this book.

This book contains 304 pages. All of the "disadvantaged" positions are covered in this book; however, the primary focus is on the back, mounted, side control, and guard positions. The techniques are broken down step-by-step and include numerous photographs to make learn them on your own relatively easy.

Note: While this book is titled _Ultimate Fighting Techniques_, it is primarily Gi-Brazilian Jiu-jitsu focused. Most of the techniques will translate to MMA/UFC-style fighting (and there are some MMA-specific techniques included), but that is not the focus of the work. For a more-specific MMA texts, try B.J. Penn's _Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge_ or _Bas Rutten's Big Book of Combat_.

BJJ Guy
This book is extremely good. IMO it is even better than the first one. Definitely it is more advanced than Royler and Renzo's BJJ Theory and Technique, which is a good book and a complete guide of techniques.This book has a lot of stuff which other books are missing such as defenses and several options for each defense, which I find to be priceless.On the theory portion of the book, it is too brief and almost the same things as the first book, so there's nothing new to it, but regarding the techniques shown, they are excellent.The explanations are very clear and very articulated, something which is extremely important for anyone learning BJJ. ... Read more

Book Description
Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu is a groundbreaking system of grappling that integrates the Olympic sport of judo with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, today's most sought after grappling art. These are the techniques and strategies that allowed Camarillo to devastate the competition at some of the world's most prestigious judo and jiu-jitsu tournaments and have led his students to more than a dozen victories in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu offers a leg up on virtually every opponent who refuses to stray from the parameters of his discipline. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

I loved this book
Obviously David Camarillo is Bruce Lee on the mat and his moves are simple though different then the ordinary brazilian jiujitsu,

Bring my BJJ game to another level
Wow,

I bought this book, not expecting the most out of it. Well I was wrong, I could not put this book down. Dave, ties all the transitions between the throw and ground. I would recommened this book to anyone who wants to greatly improve their BJJ game.

Camarillo combines Judo & BJJ
This book was put out by Victory Belt Publishing, which is fast becoming my favorite martial-arts publishing company.Dave Camarillo have been practicing Judo since before his teens, and is a world-class competitor.He combines years of experience in this sport with the techniques of BJJ, creating a system of gi-based grappling that is more than the sum of its parts.

The book begins with Camarillo sharing his philosophy of judo and BJJ, and giving a brief biography of events relavent to the creationg of Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu.After that, he begins the technical work of the book, which is split up into three parts.The first part, "Incorporating Judo and Jiu-Jitsu", is by far the longest section.In itself, it might almost be a complete book of introductory judo.Dave starts by giving basic instruction on rolls and falls.Next he covers grips, both how to establish them and how to break the opponent's grip.The next bit is on the basic judo throws, such as Ouchi-Gari and Seoi-Nage.He finishes up the first part by showing how to mesh the standing techniques of judo and BJJ, and how to find opportunities for Judo throws in BJJ competitions.

The second part of the book is how to transition from throws to submissions.Dave first shows a series of drills to increase one's odds of tapping an opponent out after the throw.He then continues this section by showing the "impact control" possition and a number of variations.The chapter is rounded out by showing other throw-lock combinations.

The third part is on the very flashy flying attacks.This is Camarillo's specialty, and I can think of no one more qualified to write on them than him.Dave shows a number of flying attacks, including triangles, armbars, and omaplatas, and gives the reader options on how to defend against flying attacks.

I have two minor complaints about the book; both regard its readership.First, one must have a working knowledge of the ground game, because the basics are skipped over in this text.Second, I'm not certain how easy it would be to pull off some of these flying attacks against a trained opponent.

Overall, this is a very good book.The picture quality can't be beat, the subject matter is relavent to the competitions, and the reading style, like most books where Erich Krauss is author or co-author, is easy to read.This book was written so that BJJ students could incorporate judo into their arsenal.The section on grip-fighting is invaluable, and the way the author sets up his flying attacks gives these flashy moves a higher percentage of success.I'd recomend it mostly for BJJ competitors, but I'm sure Judo and Sambo competitors could learn from it, too.

Jiu Jitsu/Judo cross-art innovations
Dave Camarillo provides an excellent bridge between Judo and Jiu-Jitsu in this innovative instruction manual.This isn't your traditional, "My take on jiu jitsu" book - it shares insights of the few practioners to reach world class levels in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.As such, it has more Gi standup material than most books, and successfully integrates the Judo throws into submissions from transition.Camarillo also shows "flying" attacks, integrating submissions to the stand-up game.He's uniquely qualified to present these integrations.

Positives noted, this book isn't for everyone.It isn't aimed at detailing basics and fundamentals - there are much better books out there that specialize in jiu jitsu 101.It's also not encyclopedic.There are other books that do a better job cataloguing all the moves out there.That said, Camarillo certainly has enough knowledge to put out a sequel or two.I hope he has time to write them.

Camarillo is an Amazing Teacher and GJJ is a Great Book!
Guerilla Jiu-Jitsu beautifully weaves together Dave's judo experience, his jiu-jitsu experience, his political philosophy, and his new, integrated grappling system.This isn't just a cutting-edge instructional book; it's also the fascinating story of the birth of a new art and the development of the mind that produced it.If you're serious about your grappling game, you have to have this book. ... Read more

Book Description
Known for his superior technical abilities and his unique and innovative moves, Jean Jacques Machado now presents his entire Brazilian jiu-jitsu system in book form for the first time. Detailed is a complete repertoire of jiu-jitsu moves to handle any situation that arises, whether on the mat or on the street. Techniques are not presented in isolation, but rather through a series of moves that guide practitioners from an initial threat or opportunity all the way through to a submission hold. The subtle interplay between various strategies is depicted, allowing students to choose the right attack or defense every time. More than 100 step-by-step martial arts positions are demonstrated. ... Read more

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Great organization
Unlike some other reviewers, I found this book very well organized and clear. I had felt that my cross mount attacks were few and ineffective. This book is grouped by body positions thus it was easy for me to home in and study that section alone.
I did not feel that the illustrations needed more info since that is what my class and instructor is for. The book's forte is where JJ shows multiple counter attack dependent on the the opponents reaction.
I did not have unrealistic expectations that the moves in this book will be effective against all my opponents. Especially since all techniques shown are nothing new. The book is informative to me because it showed transitions and options that are available with these finite techniques.

All-Belts Excellence!
Another in what has become a rapidly growing series (mostly co-written by Kid Pelligro) from Invisible Cities Press, backed by the same UAE Shiek who holds the ADCC Submission Grappling Championships (now every two years), Jean-Jacques Machado (nephew of Carlos Gracie sr.) turns up this time to share his ideas on sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling.

Like his cousin, Royler's, Submission Grappling book, this volume is a HUGE improvement over the first two. Machado starts off by giving his thoughts on competition, everything from his noted 'attacking' style to how to deal with injuries, however the bulk of the book is the big, glossy, full-color photo section, split into two parts: one with the Gi/Kimono, and one without.

Machado is one of the very few BJJ people to prove himself a finisher in no-gi Submission Grappling as well. His 'go for the finish' mentality not only shows his own creativity and energy, but electrifies a sport just as often known for stalling.

Some of the techniques shown are risky, dependant on speed and surprise, but the sheer number of different entires shown for most of the old standards (armbar, omoplata, triangle, etc.) will almost certainly prove 'new' to most readers.

If you want a book from this series, and you enjoy both the Gi/Kimono and the no-gi, this is the one to get.

Good Technique - Even for lower level belts
This book shows ALOT of tech. that you can apply to your game no matter what belt you currenty hold. I'm not a black belt (YET)but found many moves that I have aready been taught in class.

Great great book
This is simply the best grappling/BJJ book I've ever seen. First of all this book is not for begginers, it's for intermediate and above level grapplers. This book isn't an encyclopedia of techniques, it's more like a general strategy guide. The main idea is to open up your mind so you will think of some of your own combinations and variations of moves and setups taught. I'd like to use quote from the book to explain:

"One thing I've noticed is that often instruction is too rigid. Students often are taught to commit moves to memory and to repeat them the same way every time. You can get by with this at the beginning levels, but by the time you reach the advanced levels-the focus of this book-you will find yourself at a serious disadvantage if your moves don't flex to deal with the dynamics of each individual situation. That's why in this book I've tried to give you lots of options, and encouraged you to think for yourself. Because in the real world things don't always go down like they do in a textbook, and if you are the one who can create on the spur of the moment, you are going to win."

This is EXACTLY what happens by reading and practicing the things in this book.I've never seen this idea conveyed in any books before, which is one of the main reasons I rated it so high.
The book has techniques for both gi and no-gi, although most of the gi techniques will work for no gi too. This is because, if you didn't already know, Jean Jacques Machado was born with no fingers on one of his hands. With that said it is truely amazing how skilled he is with such a serious handicap. Since he has no fingers he can't grip the gi obviously, so he uses his legs alot more than usual. JJM simply thinks differently than most people because of this and it shows in his matches.
My only complain with the book is the actual detail given to the moves, but it is only a minor complaint and I still easily give this book 5 starts, and recommened that every grappler needs to buy this book.

No katas????
This book is like a reference for Jean Jacques Machado's class. Almost every technique in the book is one that he teaches in class. It is not a book for beginners but you also do not have to be Jean Jacques to do the moves. You should have some training under your (blue or higher) belt. As with all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, there are many details that effect the outcome and execution of your technique as well as the reaction of your partner in defending the move. Not all of the details and variables are (or can) be covered in the book. It is a very good reference especially if you are training under a black or high belt that can help you refine your techniques. As anyone in jiu-jitsu should know, there are no prescribed movements. Everything is dependent on "action-reaction" because the guy you're fighting is going to be fighting back for real! There are no katas to practice. ... Read more

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Excellent resource for beginners
Invisible Cities Press and Kid Peligro deliver another top-notch Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructional book with _The Path to the Black Belt_. In this manual, Peligro co-writes with Rodrigo Gracie to deliver an impressive text that is part student training manual, part self-instruction book. Every drill and technique is demonstrated with numerous photos and step-by-step explanations to help students master the moves on their own.

So, what makes this book different than the other jiu-jitsu manuals published by Invisible Cities Press? To begin with, this one contains numerous training drills instead of just the techniques. The book also covers a broad selection of techniques for all levels of training rather than a subject focus (Ultimate Fighting Techniques (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu series) by Royce Gracie and Peligro, for instance, features techniques from the top positions). You're getting an entire course of study here rather thana book that will only help you with one aspect of jiu-jitsu.

The following chapters are covered in this book:

- Introduction. The first 43 pages are devoted to an introduction that covers the basics of being a student. From mindset to belt advancement and on to which techniques you should focus on for your body type, this section is one many will probably skip but that all should read.
- Basic Drills (14 pages). Almost every jiu-jitsu school practices drills at the beginning of a class - if you are studying on your own, shouldn't you be doing these drills, too? Drills such as the Hip Escape (shrimp crawl) and break falls are covered.
- Advanced Drills (18 pages). Most of these drills need to be done with a partner, but they will help your overall "feel" for the sport when you are actually in a match. The drills include side-to-side transitions, passing the guard chains, and guard replacements.
- Basic Techniques (14 pages). These are the moves you need to not get submitted. These moves focus on transitioning/escaping (bridging, side control escape) and maintaining distance.
- Dealing with the Stiff Arm (2 pages). How to deal with the stiff-arm tactic learned in Basic Techniques. This really should have been included in the previous chapter rather than being its own section.
- Chokes (11 pages). Some of the signature submissions of BJJ are covered here, including the triangle and rear naked chokes.
- Joint Submissions (14 pages). The basic join submission of BJJ, including the Kimura, Americana, foot lock, and arm lock.
- Takedowns (18 pages). Drills and tecniques for getting your opponent either 1) down on the ground from the standing position or 2) submitted from the standing position. This is a VERY important aspect of jiu-jitsu, though it is often ignored.
- Guard Defense Basics (24 pages). When you are "in the guard," you are on your back. In some grappling sports, this is not where you want to be (ask any wrestler), but in jiu-jitsu, it is just another position. The techniques in this chapter focus on defending position from the back (how to not get mounted), a few transitions, and a few submissions.
- Sweeps and Reversals (30 pages). These techniques focus on moving from your back to a more advantageous position (such as the mount).
- Half-Guard Sweeps (8 pages). How to move from your back and into a better position when in the half-guard.
- Half-Guard Passes (6 pages). How to get past your opponent's defenses when their back is on the ground and they have you in the half-guard.
- Passing the Guard (20 pages). How to take advantage of the situation when your opponent is on their back. Includes some submissions.
- Knee on the Stomach (5 pages). Knee on the stomach is an excellent technique that can be used either as a submission in its own right or to transition to a submission.
- Mounted Position (9 pages). How to take advantage of (if on top) or escape from (if on the bottom) one of BJJ's most dangerous positions.
- Escaping the Back (8 pages). If your opponent "takes your back," you are in trouble. This chapter deals with escaping from the most vulnerable position you will ever be in during a jiu-jitsu match.

This book has a lot to offer those interested in learning Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Still, it is not perfect, and has two major flaws. The first flaw is that, while most techniques get a thorough explanation with pictures, a few are not described in enough detail. Take, for example, the Americana on page 39; while many of the other techniques in the chapter are shown with numerous photographs, the Americana only gets two - even though the technique is described in its entirety in the page's text (and there's room for at least one more photograph if the text had been formatted properly). The second flaw is that the book is poorly organized and somewhat difficult to follow (why did "Dealing with the Stiff Arm" get its own section, while information on the arm lock/bar is scattered throughout numerous sections).

In conclusion: I recommend _The Path to the Black Belt_ to anyone interested in learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and only looking to buy a single book. More advanced students, however, will find that there is not a whole lot of new information in this text, and so might want to pick up some of the more specialized manuals instead (Ultimate Fighting Techniques, Ultimate Fighting Techniques Volume 2: Fighting from the Bottom, Gracie Submission Essentials: Grandmaster and Master Secrets of Finishing a Fight, and Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge are all excellent).

Nice addition
As an experienced black belt Judo, with a long competition history, I loved this book very much. I am always searching to expand my technical skills. And this BJJ handbook gives me more inspiration to drill my students and myself to new skills.

One of the best books.
One of the best books in BJJ.
I like the kind of way he presented,explained & teach about BJJ.

A Resource Not To Be Missed
After reading Rodrigo's The Path to the Blackbelt, I have adopted it as one of the primary curriculum resources for my school of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts.

Rodrigo Gracie is one of the toughest no holds barred competitors out there today, but what seperates this book from many others written by tough fighters is that Rodrigo is an equally great teacher; he has poured into this book a tremendous amount of experience, training wisdom and essential techniques.

The Path to the Black Belt is a best pick for anyone's training library.

Excellent Book
"The Path to Black Belt" is the best Jiu-Jitsu book on the market and is a must for anyone who wants to become a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.The typical instructional book reads like an encyclopedia of technqiues, but this approach only gives the reader a cursory idea of how to master the art.In Jiu-Jitsu, knowing dozens of techniques is only the first step in becoming proficient.The coveted jiu-jitsu black belt only comes after years of smart training.Being consistent, avoiding injuries and understanding how to develop a complete game over several years are the factors that will separate a black belt from an aspiring black belt.Rodrigo's book covers all of these areas, articulating the fundamental concepts in Jiu-Jitsu in a way that only a life-long practiioner and ADCC champion can do.

"The Path to Black Belt" gives the student guidance on every aspect of learning Jiu-Jitsu, from choosing the right instructor to developing a personal style, from transitions to why so many students quit along the way.I have not seen another book thatcomes close to giving the complete approach to training that is outlined in this book.As an instructor myself, I believe that the mechanics of individual techniques are the easiest part of the art a student can learn, but smart training methods are very difficult for most students to grasp.However, Rodrigo manages to address this topic in a way that everyone will find accesssible.

This book is worth the money just for the section on training, but Rodrigo also includes a series of drills and techniques from every position.The drills break down some of the the fundamental concepts in Jiu-Jitsu, such as balance and leverage, in a way that will refine the understanding of both beginners and seasoned vets.The techniques shown are high-percentage moves that anyone can execute with the proper training.Rodrigo teaches basics while clearly and realistically demonstrating how they will play out in an actual match.He covers complementary techniques from every position, so the reader is not simply learning moves in isoloation, but is learning how to put together a complete game of moves that work in conjunction with one another.

I can't think of a better Jiu-Jitsu book to purchase, and this is THE boook for anyone wishing to reach the highest levels of Jiu-Jitsu. ... Read more

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Extremely well put together...
I first saw this book in Barnes and Noble and ended up buying it here. I looked at some of the other books on BJJ and they seem a bit empty. This book was very detailed on transitions and technique.

I would have to rank Championship Techniques right up there with Judo Unleashed which is a terrific book.

Championship Techniques Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
I think "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship Techniques" is a good reference book for anyone practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, that wants techniques that can improve their game. I like the layout of the book, it's easy to read and the photos are clear.This is a good book for any Martial Artist to have in their collection.

Excellent presentation of moves
While this book is like many other grappling books it does a very good job of depicting the moves and capturing the key positions of each move. I tend to read/view the book in key areas and then practice these moves during training sessions. This works well for me.

David

Another winner from Machado
Championship Grappling is essentially the prequel to Jean Jacques Machado's other book "Black Belt Techniques", and provides a solid basis of jiu jitsu movements, techniques, combinations and concepts.

As usual, Kid Peligro lays out a series of techniques with excellent easy-to-understand pictures and explanations.

This book is geared towards teaching the basics, but even advanced level jiu jitsu students will find many concepts, techniques and combinations to explore on the mats.

Order it now. (trust me you won't be disappointed)
This is a great book. Jean Jacque Machado has produced another winner.
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thank you
Thank you for writing this book.This book gives details about the guard that would take thousands of dollars to learn in a jujitsu school.I hope the authors write a book about how to pass the guard that is as detailed.

Very satisfied
I found this book very useful and well laid out.I use this book whenever i get busy at work and can't attend bjj class as often as i would like.Very easy to understand with good pictures.My only negative comment is i wish the butterfly guard section was thicker.

Great Book
I loved this book the second I opened it.This book has a great lay out and an easy step by step process to help any gaurd game at any level.I opened it a read it the first day and put some new simple techniques into effect my first session.The chapter on setting up and combonations from one technique to another is GREAT,This is what all new BJJ strive for.Great book and a must get for anyone interested in improving there gaurd game.

Amazing Regard to Details
This book is going to greatly improve your understanding of the guard, wow, all the small details, and focuses on different aspects of the guard makes this book a must have. It is all done with the Gi. I recommend this book for anyone who is interested in improving their game.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master Techniques: The Essential Guard (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master Techniques series)
Its ok but I was hoping for some escapes from guard as well and there seems to be none in this book. ... Read more

Book Description
This comprehensive guide to “the gentle art” by one of its foremost practitioners and teachers helps readers master the fundamentals on which a confident self-defense or professional competition career are based. The book covers the history and theory of jiu-jitsu; contains extensive sections on practical techniques such as strikes, holds, locks, throws, and evasions; distinguishes Brazilian lineages such as ground fighting and sudden attack techniques from other traditions; and shows readers how they can overcome any attacker, with as little effort and physical strength as possible. ... Read more

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Absolutely one of the best BJJ book I own.
I bought both the basic and advanced books and the techniques represented actually work!I train at a Relson Gracie Academy and Fabio's techniques are simply easy to follow and effective.He presents self defense and competitive BJJ techniques.My instructor is very harsh on most BJJ books but approves of Fabio's techniques.Again, you will not find flying arm bars or flying triangles in these books.What you will find are solid core BJJ techniques that were developed and taught by the Gracie Family.I believe Fabio has trained with both Rolls and Rickson.It's also cool to see Marcelo Garcia in the advanced book with Fabio.

Fabio Gurgel is an eight-time martial arts world champion
Fabio Gurgel is an eight-time martial arts world champion and co-founder of more than forty academies around the world. He is president of the Professional League of Jiu-Jitsu which is based in Brazil and continues to teach at his own academy in Sao Paulo. Fabio therefore writes with a very special expertise in "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Basic Techniques", a superbly organized and presented, step-by-step, illustrated introduction to a very special and effective form of the martial arts. Fabio begins with a brief history of jiu-jitsu, a martial art that originated in India more than 4,000 years ago as a self-defense technique employed by monks. Ideal for the absolute novice, "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Basic Techniques" is a confidently recommended instruction manual. Also very highly recommended is the companion book by Fabio Gurgel and also published by Blue Snake Books, "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Advanced Techniques (97815893941669, $19.95) which goes on to instruct the reader in additional self-defense techniques including passing the guard, sweeps, side attacks, mounted attacks, rear attacks, guard attacks, mounted escapes, and throws. Together, both volumes of "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu" comprise a complete and comprehensive course of do-it-yourself instruction.

Great Fighter, bad author
This is by far the worst BJJ book I have ever read.Fabio should just stick to competing.I was so let down by this product that I returned it.The photos were awful and the text may as well have been in Portugese. ... Read more