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This is Self Defense (Kenpo Jujitsu) The Essential Guide For the Conceptual Martial Artist (Paperback)

~ Professor Frank R. Ricardo (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)


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". . . I highly recommend it (Prof Ricardo's book) to anyone involved in the study of the martial arts. . . " -- Professor Willy Cahill, 10th Dan Jujitsu, 7th Dan Judo. Coach of the U.S. Olympic Judo Teams in 1984 and 1988, the World Team 5 times, the Pan American Team twice and the Goodwill Games twice.

". . . Martial artists of all styles can benefit from the contents of this book and I endorse it wholeheartedly. . . " -- Prof. Timothy J. Lynch 9th Dan, Associate Grandmaster UKAA, Defensive Tactics Instructor Maryland Police Corps

". . . This book is a must read for any serious martial artist whether a beginner or advanced practitioner. . . " -- Grandmaster Ernesto Presas, Arnis/Kombatan, IPMAF

". . . I highly recommend it (Prof Ricardo's book) to anyone involved in the study of the martial arts. . . " -- Professor Willy Cahill, 10th Dan Jujitsu, 7th Dan Judo. Coach of the U.S. Olympic Judo Teams in 1984 and 1988, the World Team 5 times, the Pan American Team twice and the Goodwill Games twice.<br /><br />". . . Martial artists of all styles can benefit from the contents of this book and I endorse it wholeheartedly. . . " -- Prof. Timothy J. Lynch 9th Dan, Associate Grandmaster UKAA, Defensive Tactics Instructor Maryland Police Corps<br /><br />". . . This book is a must read for any serious martial artist whether a beginner or advanced practitioner. . . " --Grandmaster Ernesto Presas, Arnis/Kombatan, IPMAF


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n 1953, the Honorable Great Grandmaster James M. Mitose posed the question in his book, “What Is Self Defense? (Kenpo JuJitsu). Since then, many practitioners of the martial arts have tried to answer this question with books on techniques and physical skills of the art. This is not a “how to do” book about techniques, rather, it is a book about principles and concepts relative to the study of Kenpo Jujitsu, blending the “science” with the “art.” This book links the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of Kenpo JuJitsu and addresses the “why” and “how” these principles and concepts work. This book is a must read for all serious martial artists, regardless of martial arts style.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 156 pages
  • Publisher: Omni Inc (January 1, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0970589603
  • ISBN-13: 978-0970589606
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,171,523 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book., July 4, 2001
I am very impressed with Prof. Ricardo's book "This is Self Defense" (Kenpo Jujitsu) and I highly recommend it to anyone involved in the study of the martial arts. I enjoyed reading it and had trouble keeping it in my dojo because all my black belts wanted to read it too. Prof. Ricardo is a true martial artist, with his concepts he is able to take information from all styles and successfully integrate it into his own system, in my many years in the martial arts I have seen countless numbers try to integrate crossover information but with little to no real success. Prof. Ricardo is very successful combining healing, weapons, Kenpo and Jujitsu. He has trained under many of the worlds greatest Grandmaster's yet he remains humble and respectful to everyone. A real tribute to his teachers, he is always training looking for more information putting the concepts to the test while asking to be taught, always willing to learn your way. His book on concepts is the reflection of a life of dedication and his ability as a Professor, to share his quest for knowledge. It is the Essential Guide for the Conceptual Martial Artist.
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7 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hidden secrets from someone who's been there., March 5, 2002
By Hank Hayes (Bethlehem, Pa) - See all my reviews
As a 29-year plus fighting arts professional, 11 years as an executive protection specialist and a born and bread NYC street kid, this book covers it!

Prof. Frank Ricardo's approach is a no B.S. look at the true warrior's mindset. To quote one of Prof. Frank's statements "It is idiotic to believe that anyone, regardless of their skill, can defend against a knife without being cut."

The truth cuts deep, and so many don't want to deal with it.

This book is a can't put it down, informative view and instruction, on the fighting arts from someone who's truly been there!

I highly recommend this reading material.

Hank Hayes
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7 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Review by Senior Grandmaster Joe Halbuna (Kajukenbo), August 4, 2001
By Senior Grandmaster Joe Halbuna (Pacifica CA, United States) - See all my reviews
To Whom it May Concern,

I have read Prof. Frank R. Ricardo's book, "This is Self Defense (Kenpo Jujitsu). I think it is a very good book and I recommend martial artists read it. I have witnessed Prof. Ricardo going from Grandmaster's dojo to Grandmaster's dojo working and looking for constructive criticism. There are a lot of good concepts in the book and it will help a lot of martial artists advance their techniques. Prof. Ricardo is a hard working man with a lot of knowledge. I give this book a five star rating.

Senior Grandmaster Joseph S. Halbuna Kajukenbo, Unified World Martial Arts Federation

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5.0 out of 5 stars BEST OF THE BEST ,A INGENIOUS CONCEPTUAL APPROACH IT ROCKS!
It may be best to start with a few quotes from the many letters and autographed photos from the many martial arts legends in this book;
"Is a kowlageable work on... Read more
Published on April 1, 2002 by 10teacher

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST OF THE BEST ,A INGENIOUS CONCEPTUAL APPROACH IT ROCKS!
It may be best to start with a few quotes from the many letters and autographed photos from the many martial arts legends in this book;
"Is a kowlageable work on... Read more
Published on April 1, 2002 by 10teacher

5.0 out of 5 stars one of a kind
Prof. Ricardo's book "This is Self Defense(Kenpo Jujitsu) The Essential Guide For the Conceptual Martial Artis," Is a book that goes beyond the technique and into what... Read more
Published on March 12, 2002 by aaron winn

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! This is the text I've been looking for!!
This book is amazing! I've read lots of martial arts books, and they all are limited to "do it my way" picture sets that reveal little if anything. Read more
Published on March 7, 2002 by Bruce Hilton

2.0 out of 5 stars Decent book but poor quality
The book has a few decent suggestions, but don't expect to learn any techniques here. I found it to be good reading with interesting information, but I was looking for something... Read more
Published on March 1, 2002 by Robert Forney

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