From feudal Japan, to the British suffragettes and the Second World War, to police and militaries around the world, and to widespread modern-day practise by children and adults, ju-jitsu has stood the test of time and offers something for everyone.
The holistic nature of ju-jitsu, combines strikes, throws, holds, blocks, locks, strangles, and weapons with scientific principles of movement, balance and leverage. This makes this unique and fascinating martial art a continually rewarding way to get fit, de-stress, learn self-defence, challenge yourself and realise your full potential.
This book has something for the novice and experienced practitioner alike. Learn аbout:History and development of ju-jitsuEssential principles, concepts and benefitsGrading systems, ranks and etiquetteExample techniquesKobudo weapons trainingJu-jitsu's relationship to other martial artsCompetition formatsSelf-defence and the law.
Essential Ju-Jitsu also includes a comprehensive English-Japanese glossary, striking-point diagrams and other quick-reference resources.
Dan Verghese is a 3rd degree ju-jitsu black belt and has practised a variety of martial arts since the age of seventeen, including taekwondo, eskrima, judo, bojutsu, kobudo, aikido and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

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