The Complete Kano Jiu-Jitsu

There are some that see this book as one of the best guides to learning Jiu-Jitsu ever written in English. There is some debate however on how much the founder of Judo, Professor Jigoro Kano, was involved in its production. Regardless of the lineage involved, this books has over 160 holds and throws clearly explained, with over 500 photographs and four charts providing further clarification. Pressure points, balance, falling, and every other important aspect receives full and complete treatment. Built in 3 major sections; The first section presents 60 "tricks" of combat in strict sequence that prepare the reader for the application of these techniques. The second section, readers learn how to apply the advantages of the tricks they've learned. The third section deals with highly scientific tricks of combat, by which an opponent may be incapacitated-and the methods of Kuatsu, or resuscitation, by which a fallen opponent may be revived. Martial arts students at every level of experience will find this classic guide a source of valuable information and instruction.

There are some that see this book as one of the best guides to learning Jiu-Jitsu ever written in English. There is some debate however on how much the founder of Judo, Professor Jigoro Kano, was involved in its production. Regardless of the lineage involved, this books has over 160 holds and throws clearly explained, with over 500 photographs and four charts providing further clarification. Pressure points, balance, falling, and every other important aspect receives full and complete treatment. Built in 3 major sections; The first section presents 60 "tricks" of combat in strict sequence that prepare the reader for the application of these techniques. The second section, readers learn how to apply the advantages of the tricks they've learned. The third section deals with highly scientific tricks of combat, by which an opponent may be incapacitated-and the methods of Kuatsu, or resuscitation, by which a fallen opponent may be revived. Martial arts students at every level of experience will find this classic guide a source of valuable information and instruction.