Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu [Paperback]

Marc Walder (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 2008

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

Whether you're competing in traditional tournaments, studying mixed martial arts, or looking for a dependable form of self-defense, face your opponent with confidence and the arsenal of versatile and proven skills only Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu provides.

Editorial Reviews

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"Marc Walder is one of the most dedicated instructors I have met. In Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu he demonstrates just how easy it is to learn the most effective martial art in the world."

Mauricio Gomes
Roger Gracie Academy

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"Marc Walder is one of the most dedicated instructors I have met. In Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu he demonstrates just how easy it is to learn the most effective martial art in the world."

Mauricio Gomes
Roger Gracie Academy

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics (January 25, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736074880
• ISBN-13: 978-0736074889
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,069,894 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent introductory text, January 29, 2009

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This review is from: Essential Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Paperback)

I purchased this book to help me & my son learn more about BJJ. It has met all my expectations. It covers the history of BJJ, the physical & psychological benefits of martial arts, the belt system, then gets into basic positions and techniques. There are more detailed texts out there, but I prefer this book's organization and brevity. I skimmed several books before deciding on this one and feel confident I made the right choice. Expert instruction is, of course, preferred but this book makes a great companion reference.