Saulo Ribeiro—six-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion—is world-renowned for his functional jiu-jitsu knowledge and flawless technique.
In Jiu-Jitsu University, Ribeiro shares with the public for the first time his revolutionary system of grappling, mapping out more than 200 techniques that carry you from white to black belt. Illuminating common Jiu-Jitsu errors and then illustrating practical remedies, this book is a must for all who train in Jiu-Jitsu.
Not your run-of-the-mill technique book, Jiu-Jitsu University is a detailed training manual that will ultimately change the way Jiu-Jitsu is taught around the globe.
Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller
Overcome any obstacle life throws at you by thinking and responding like a world-class martial artist—without ever setting foot on the mat.
Jiu-jitsu is more than a martial art; it is a lifestyle that promotes health, confidence, self-determination, and balance. Famed jiu-jitsu instructor Rener Gracie, who has coached more than 350,000 students in 196 countries, presents the core teachings of jiu-jitsu and explains how they can apply to all of our daily lives
Chris Matakas, the leading author in Jiu Jitsu and Personal Development, shares the ultimate framework through which to use Jiu Jitsu as a vehicle for personal growth.
From the author:
I’ve been teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2008. I have seen many students use Jiu Jitsu as a vehicle for personal development, completely changing their lives off the mat through their experiences in the academy. Unfortunately, these individuals are the minority. Most students leave so much on the table. They never use Jiu Jitsu for its highest good – achieving their potential off the mat – because they’ve never been presented with a clear framework for doing so.
When I opened my academy in 2017, I wrote this book to teach my students how to maximize their personal development through Jiu Jitsu. Guard passes and submissions were not enough. I wanted them to learn how to use this art as a vehicle for personal transformation.
I want the same for you.
Feeling confused?
Is being a White Belt creating a few challenges?
This is a manual designed to get White Belts to competent Blue Belts in as fast a time as possible. Zen Jiu Jitsu is more a rendition of concepts than techniques.
This is the simplest and easiest way to break down and simplify the many and varied ideas, philosophies and combinations in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu arsenal.
For both competition jiu jitsu and self defense jiu jitsu most white belts need to fully understand the concepts, but it can be VERY confusing!
Here is a short list of a few of the questions students ask, that are covered in depth: What is the guard and how do we utilize it best? What options do we have from guard? Why is posture and distance important? The mount is a powerful position but how do I get there? ... And when I do get there, how do I stay there?
Zen Jiu Jitsu - White to Blue Answers these Questions and Many More... It covers, Core Principles, Drilling techniques, Choosing a School, Technique Concepts, Tactical Considerations and more. It even includes some technique chains and Maps for the white belt to try when doing specific training or sparring.
*An instant New York Times bestseller, USA Today bestseller, and Wall Street Journal bestseller*
From Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend Rickson Gracie, a riveting memoir weaving the story of his stunning career with the larger history of his family dynasty and Jiu Jitsu.
Undefeated through his final fight, Rickson Gracie belongs in the fighting pantheon with Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, and Mike Tyson. In Breathe, Rickson shares the full story of how his father and uncles came to develop Jiu Jitsu, what it was like to grow up among several generations of world-renowned fighters, and the principles and skills that guided him to his undefeated record.
Gracie’s classic memoir offers indispensable insights into martial arts, human performance, and how the connection between mind and body can be harnessed for success both inside and outside the ring.
Miha’s amazing analytical abilities and in-depth experience create a book that is absolutely packed with knowledge. This manual is a must-read! - Justin Flores, Olympic Judo Coach, D1 Wrestler & Star MMA Coach
It takes most people roughly a decade to get to the coveted jiu jitsu black belt. Far too many quit along the way for various reasons. The purpose of this book is to ensure confusion or lack of understanding are not one of those reasons.
Double black belt Miha Perhavec lays out the key positions and techniques of modern submission grappling in a highly organized fashion. This manual also features hundreds of curated pictures to help grapplers have more fun and success in training and perhaps even competition.
The chapters of Modern Submission Grappling follow the same progression as a jiu-jitsu match, starting on the feet and ending with submissions. The selected techniques, accompanied by plenty of reference pictures, are carefully curated to include only the essentials.
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