num_pages: 160
description: Learn it here. Learn it right.Over the last decade, the growing popularity of mixed martial arts competitions has brought international attention to the powerful and practical art of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. BJJ fighters have taken title after title in championship after championship, and now, with  Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics,  you can learn the techniques that have made BJJ the dominant style in the world of mixed martial arts.Author and acclaimed instructor Gene Simco teaches his students that a solid mastery of the fundamentals is essential in creating a foundation upon which the more advanced techniques can be built—and that’s where this book comes in. With photos and step-by-step instructions, Simco shows you all the moves you’ll need to master to take your training to the next level,    • Primary the Guard, the Mount, the Back Mount, side control, standing techniques, and Passing the Guard   •  Armbars, Triangle Choke, Collar Choke, Kimura Lock, Guillotine, Mata Leo, and Omoplata   • Defenses against punches, kicks, take-downs, and sweeps   • Escapes from chokes, grabs, bear hugs, locks, and clinches   • Plus warm-up exercises, tips on choosing a school, and Dojo etiquetteWhether you’re a novice interested in self-defense or a more experienced martial artist looking to raise your ranking, compete in mixed martial arts events, or supplement your current martial art with BJJ techniques,  Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics  is the book to take when you’re taking it to the mat.
language: English
title: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics: Mastering the Essential Techniques
titlecomplete: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics: Mastering the Essential Techniques
ratings_count: 24
publisher: Citadel