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"From legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA master Rickson Gracie comes a riveting, insightful memoir that weaves together the story of Gracie's stunning career with the larger history of the Gracie family dynasty and the founding of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, showing how the connection between mind and body can be harnessed for success both inside and outside the ring"--
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Nancy Drew diaries volume 21
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Nancy, Bess, and George's Jiu-Jitsu class at Iron Dragon MMA takes a dark turn when they discover a threatening message at the front desk, leading Nancy to investigate whether a rival academy is to blame.
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"This book introduces students to the health benefits and fun of Brazilian jujitsu and highlights the rules and history of this exciting, full-contact sport. Readers will explore the fundamental elements of grappling, including mounts, guards, locks, and holds used in ground fighting. They'll learn how Brazilian jujitsu compares to the form of Japanese judo from which it sprang. The intriguing, informative text also explores the importance of training...
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"After a blood-soaked jiu-jitsu match in Dubai, fighting legend Mickey Kelley falls to superstar Blaine. But years later, an online video proves that Blaine cheated, and the world demands a rematch. Can the aging underdog get back into shape in time to vanquish his foe, get revenge, and claim his prize?"--Container.
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"If you are a student of jujitsu, judo, aikido, or karate, or a fan of the martial arts, this book by George Kirby's will help you connect the dots between concepts and techniques. It deals with the theory and application of circular movement and the unstoppable vortex created that allows you to execute techniques quickly and effectively with minimal effort on your part. You will learn how to use an opponent's momentum against him in devastating fashion...
8) Jujitsu
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"The martial art of jujitsu was developed in Japan hundreds of years ago. It was meant to help practitioners combat samurai--heavily armored, heavily armed warriors--without the use of weapons. Jujitsu emphasizes joint locks, throws, sweeps, and pins, all techniques that can help a smaller competitor use leverage and momentum to take down a bigger opponent. In this book, young readers will learn more about this popular martial art and how they can...
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Secret Weapons of Jujutsu is the first jujutsu book in English that deals with the full array of small hand weapons used by the Japanese samurai and constabulary. This martial arts manual includes a history of the weapons and discussions of hibuki (concealed weapons), improvised weapons, and traditional battlefield weapons such as: kansashi (a long, pointed metal hairpin worn by men and women) kokai and kudzuka (small utility knives) shoku (fire ax)...
11) Jiujitsu
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Every six years, an ancient order of expert Jiu Jitsu fighters faces a vicious race of alien invaders in a battle for Earth. The fighters that protect Earth have won. Until now. When celebrated war hero Jake Barnes is defeated by Brax, the leader of the invaders, the future is uncertain. Injured and suffering from amnesia, Jake is rescued by Wylie, Keung and his team. They must help Jake to recover and unite to defeat Brax in an epic battle that will...
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With its roots in early 20th century, the Japanese art of Kodokan judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is noted for its submission grappling and ground fighting techniques. This book will give readers a different perspective of a sport that is often portrayed as brutal and violent in popular culture. Contrarily, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be used for self-defense, exercise, and personal growth. This title provides step-by-step instructions with photo images of...
13) Jiu-Jitsu
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This book gives a quick overview of jiu-jitsu, from its historic origins to the ways people train and compete today.
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This book provides a history of the Japanese martial art of ju jitsu as well as details on the different styles. Detailed step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs help readers learn the positions and fundamental techniques to properly throw, pin, and joint-lock their opponents. As the book progresses, the moves become more and more complex. Formal exercises encourage students to practice what they have learned, keep track of personal...
15) Grappling
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Discusses various forms of hand-to-hand fighting, including judo, aikido, and jiu-jitsu.
16) Jiu-Jitsu girl
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Twelve-year-old Angie's plan for befriending the popular sixth grade girls at her new school seems derailed when her mom forces her to take "gross" Jiu-Jitsu lessons.
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Juji gatame is the pinnacle of armlocks. It remains the most consistently used joint lock in many grappling sports including judo, sambo, jujitsu, submission grappling, BJJ, and MMA. Athletes and coaches around the world use and respect this game-ending armlock. This comprehensive manual organizes juji gatame into four primary application types (spinning, back-roll, head-roll and hip-roll) allowing for logical and easy learning.--Publisher.
18) Caged
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Mastered (Lorelei James) volume 4
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In order to survive a life of tragedy, Deacon McConnell embraced his roughest edges and learned to fight on the streets. Then a life-changing jujitsu seminar led Deacon to become a professional fighter. But everything changes when innocent Molly Calloway signs up for his kickboxing class. Molly is Deacon's opposite in every way: she's kind, sweet, thoughtful, and educated. After a heated argument between them turns into a passionate encounter, Deacon...
20) Redbelt
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A jujitsu master becomes corrupted by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. When a respected jujitsu master eschews a lucrative prizefighting career in favor of opening a self-defense dojo, it appears that he has chosen a peaceful path in life. The dedicated master's fate takes an unanticipated turn, however, when he is manipulated into participating in ultimate fighting championships by a group of unscrupulous actors and fight promoters. Later, as...
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