Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Advanced Techniques

Building on the essential techniques presented in "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics," this guide takes the training to the next level, instructing in intermediate and advanced techniques to help practitioners win, both in self-defense and in the ring, in both jiu-jitsu and mixed martial-arts competitions. Fabio Gurgel explains jiu-jitsu's origins with the samurai and its special status as the father of major Japanese martial arts including judo and aikido. Using simple language and step-by-step color photographs, he shows readers important technique secrets, and how to achieve the self-confidence, self-esteem, stress relief, and focus that spell success.