5 comments about JEET KUNE DO THE SYSTEM WITHOUT A SYSTEM(r).

1. As a female practioner of JKD for the past three years, I have found this set of instructional DVD's to be of the utmost quality. Mr. Hajnasr's detailed, step-by-step instruction has helped me to develop a deeper understanding of the original art of Jeet Kune Do. I highly recommend this set for the excellent quality and extensive knowledge Mr. Hajnasr demonstrates. His passion for the art is contagious.



2. Like many people I reviewed the many favorable reviews with a certain skepticism. But upon reviewing the DVD I know why it received such favorable ratings. It a very complete representation of JKD. Which is what I wanted an overview of the many facets of JKD. I'm now taking classes but our instuctor is jumping around on so many different aspects that its tough to learn. I wanted some supplemental instruction and have received it in these DVD's. Dont be afraid to purchase if you want a good overall view of JKD. However if your really interested in becoming good at JKD you should take classes from a qualified instructor also.



3. this guy is a master and you will want this dvd because it's easy to follow and his teachings is that clear so i recommend this to all beginners and intermediates.



4. First of all I am a former Marine who is currently a student of Shun Hsin Dao (Heart, Mind, and Body's Way). This form of self defense was developed by my instructor who is the founder. He is also a former Marine who served in Vietnam as a sniper and is highy skilled in several types of self-defense including a black belt in Karate and weapons training which implements many Jeet Kune Do principles as well as his own. Yet my instructor's teachings are far more advanced than the instructor's teachings on his video by far. Such as, how to properly take the effectiveness out of a side kick and how certain hits will affect the internal organs in such a way that death is a probability. My personal feelings is that George Hajnasr's video is a marketing tool for his school and it shows he is full of himself. His techniques and teaching are repititous such as that of Karate. Anyone highly skilled will know that the body will not remain in the same position after being struck. Therefore, repititous drills are a waste of time. Bruce Lee planted a seed such as, "The attacker always gives himself away". In George's video he mainly demonstrates his skills as an attack and not as a "Good defense is the best offense" He lacks explanation in his demonstrations except for the Chinese names of certain techniques he managed to memorize so he could show off. There is no explanation about awareness, sensitivity, or forward progression following a block. I personally could counter several of George's attacks with my level of skill that would be quite damaging physically. There are many unwise techniques taught by George that invites very damaging counters. George also used a segment of this video to show off his 7 year old son which was a bunch of BS. This was not instructional at all. Another thing is that his movement in showing techniques is not that of instructor who is trying to teach. Many of his movements were so quick you have to make sure to press slow play to view his technique. Once viewed there are so many flaws that I am confident my training is far more advanced than his students. I personally hated how much time George wasted on his music videos showing techniques or drills in motion throughout the video. Now another thing is his instruction on taking an opponent to the ground is ridiculous. You may be able to pull these techniques on a drunk or someone who is physically dominated by your power but I do not recommend these. If you go to the ground with your opponent you are defenseless to attacks from bystanders who may be in defense of the opponent. Therefore, you should never go to the ground and if so you should do whatever it takes to get back to your feet such as biting, scratching, breaking fingers, gouging eyes, etc.... My instructor has written a book which is available on line which tells of his own background, concepts and training in regard to self defense. I assure you this book is a must which will definitely give anyone studying Jeet Kune Do a different point of view and will definitely take their level of skill to a more advanced level. The name of the book is Natural Martial Arts by Thomas Purtell. I am located in Tucson, AZ and if anyone is interested in contacting my instructor please feel free to contact me at spadude17@yahoo.com and I will forward your email to him.



5. Sifu George Hajnasr is a passionate, no-nonsense instructor. He cuts to the heart of JKD and works hard to maintain its foundation in Wing Chun and Bruce Lee's original intentions behind the art.
   
   Overall, this is a great introduction to the art - a great investment for the money. Though Dan Inosanto's videos offer a more consistent and drill-oriented approach, this series is a fraction of the cost and definitely informative, inspiring, and engaging.
   
   Also, as I understand it, you really need to purchase the book as well in order to have all the concepts better developed and explained in detail.

No comments about Cobrinha BJJ 7 Volume DVD Set with Rubens Charles.

No comments about Marcelo Garcia Series 3, Winning Techniques Of Submission Grappling - Instructional DVDs for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

No comments about Elasticsteel Grappler - Strength and Flexibility for Grapplers.

No comments about Ultimate Takedowns - Wrestling For Mixed Martial Arts, The Ultimate Takedown Offense and Defense Resource For MMA and Grappling.

No comments about Leglock Encyclopedia 5 DVD Set with Gokor Chivichyan.

2 comments about Saulo Ribeiro Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Revolution Series One. Six Volume DVD Instructional Series for Grappling and Mixed Martial Arts.

1. This six set DVD covers the major aspects of BJJ: Mount, Cross Body (ie side control), Back, Guard, Half Guard, Passing Guard. The only other piece needed for a complete sport game is takedowns, which are covered in Series Two. All instruction is with gi, with Saulo demonstrating on Chris (one of his brown belts) for around 15 techniques per video.
   
   The techniques lean towards offense, so for example Half Guard spends more time passing and submitting than defending or sweeping. Saulo does a great job of emphasizing a consistent theme in each DVD. For example in the Cross Body DVD the first few sequences demonstrate the importance of controlling the opponents hips with your weight, as opposed to with arm positioning or grips, and he reiterates this point in every cross body technique. This theme of using your core positioning rather than limbs to maintain control comes across as one of the key tenets of Saulo's approach. Another key point is that jiu-jitsu is not as simple as learning a set of magic techniques that always work, and Saulo teaches you to recognize the moment ("momentum" is his word) in which a technique will be most effective.
   
   Overall this series is very good. As a white belt who has trained for six months, I found the half-guard DVD particularly enlightening, both the specific passes and the general philosophy for defending and sweeping. The only complaint is that the series emphasizes advanced techniques at the expense of basics. This is most pronounced on the Guard DVD, where the basic submissions (armbar, lapel choke, kimura, triangle) aren't touched, while multiple butterfly sweeps are. Bill Lewis's online review says this is probably due to marketing concerns of avoiding material well-trodden by other series. Still, I found Saulo's series most valuable when it laid out correct body placement on basic moves and positions as opposed to exotic submissions, and having this for the full range of "BJJ 101" would have been nice.
   
   Another minor complaint - both Saulo and Chris are wearing shiny white gis and sometimes it's hard to tell exactly where an arm or leg is positioned. Kind of an obvious oversight in what otherwise is a very well produced set.
   
   Overall though anyone up to a blue should find this set greatly clarifies some basic points and erases many of the misconceptions you've picked up early in training. I'm guessing advanced belts will benefit from the more advanced techniques, but I'll leave that to another reviewer to confirm.



2. it is well worth the money as it provides a different point of view n way to tackle some of jujitsu problems. saulo repeatedly emphasized the importance of energy conservation, leverage and avoid using power against power on the moves are something that all beginners n intermediate practisioners need to take at heart. his teaching is solid, very detailed and easy to understand. also the techqiues he taught are also the ones he used successful on the tournament i.e the spectacular judo throw !!!!!

5 comments about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu- Ultimate winning techniques.

1. Very informative and well done, but it seems like a two disc movie and i have only disc 2. The package is misleading it seems that two discs are included. I would like to find disc 1. Still worth the buy.



2. I ordered this video and the first time it shipped it was missing disc one of the two dvd set. I sent it back and they shipped it again. Guess what....missing disc one again. Very frustrating. Cancelled my order altogether and sent it back.



3. I ordered this twice and each time it was missing Disc one! What gives???



4. The instruction that Gene Simco gives is very good, but this product is not what is advertised. I too am missing DVD 1. The cover shows moves being done on DVD 1, and it isn't even included! The remaining 90 minutes on DVD 2 is excellent.



5. I think that this DVD is not about Ultimate Winning Techniques, it is more about Beginner MMA information. If you really want to learn MMA go to a local MMA training complex. If you have never been, this DVD can help you in getting a step up on some of the basics before taking classes.
   
   With that said, it is easy to understand and follow along on the DVD. Simco goes over information slowly, but that is what you want to pound it in your head and understand the movements. Good for beginners, and if you are wondering whether you would like to take the next step and join MMA classes and learn some defense. It is also cheap. I think I am going to make my next investment in Mario Sperry's Vale Tudo 3.

5 comments about Cesar Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Grappling Instructional Series.

1. the video is great- this instructional video is at the perfect pace- and is very accurate in its moves



2. I think It is very good instructional video.
   Not slow at all.
   It make sense to go over and over because they show different angles and also mistakes you can make during training.
   I take classes but this DVD shows much more deep techniques and it is very detail.
   
   Best regards from www.Dailymuncher.com



3. My first BJJ instructional DVD - CG is a great teacher, excellent quality DVD, outstanding review of BJJ techniques. Recommend to all BJJ aficionado-s:)



4. This collection of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is amazing. With each dvd there is step by step instructions and explanation of techniques. This dvd set is a must have for any skill level, and anyone who is interested in learning and improving Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques. Cesar Gracie shows step by step instructions on moves and explains the reasoning behind the moves. This is a very informative collection.



5. I have been studying martial arts on and off for years. I recetly have had the opportunity to start studying Gracie Style Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I wanted to get some additional materials to assist me in digetsting the information provided in the dojo, and I stumbled upon this DVD. Listen.. Cesar Gracie is a awesome teacher.
   
   1. He is easy on the ears :) His english is great no accent whatsoever and he gives great analogies
   
   2. In many cases he demonstrates moves from a variety of angles
   
   3. The DVD is broken up into different skill levels. Within just a half our of watching the basic DVD helped to shed new light on many of the techniques that have been presented to me in class.
   
   Bottom Line is that this is worth every penny. In fact if I had seen a few of the lessons I would probably have paid double for it. Please keep in mind that I am writing this review as a beginner so I cant speak to the inetermediate and advanced DVD's included with the set. Lastly I would like to repeat that I am using this as a suppliment to in class training.

5 comments about The Pit Workout.

1. I respect the ice man ,and his trainer ,but this is a very confusing dvd,if you are looking for a dvd ,highlighting a mma workout and to help with your work out ,this is not it,this a low to high impact very very basic martial arts and general fitness workout ..most of you will already be doing this kind of stuff anyway and its done at a very dismal pace.. i am very disappointed ,at least some thing of the iceman working out would have been nice,insteads its some guys and girls working out ...really nothing to do with mma nor thai pad work nor mma combat training ...very misleading ....sad



2. this a great workout video it will whip u in to shape



3. As a big Liddell fan, I purchased the Pit Workout mainly out of curiosity to see how he trains. I remember watching it for the first time, thinking "there's no way I could ever get through that". After gaining 25 lbs. between doctor visits, and constant badgering from the wife to lose weight, I decided I'd try it. I spread the three workouts throughout the week, doing one every other day, mixing some light running and dumbbell exercises on the days between. Within 3 months I lost over 50 lbs., and could get through all three workouts without cheating! I can't describe the way this workout makes me feel. The word "invincible" comes to mind. I literally feel like a rock. Every muscle in my body feels twice as strong! People are constantly asking me how I lost the weight, I always respond with two words (no, not diet + exercise) ... "The Pit".
   My wife and I thank you Mr. Hackleman!



4. This is a great workout, The workouts the pit does work well with the ones from [...] you will def get in fighting shape!!!



5. Firstly, thanks to Mr. Hacklemann for this DVD. It has brought in a much needed variety to my workout. The fact that he works out throughout the DVD adds credo to the contents of the DVD. Here is a brief description -
   DVD has 3 workouts- upper body, lower body and combo. The last one is without any equipment. The workout trains in both the aerobic and anaerobic ranges. It has plents of explosive power exercises and well as lactic tolerance exercises. there is a bonus section at the end dealing with hand wraps, punch and kick techniques which is useful.
   I thought i was in good shape but i guess its relative! i was winded the first 15 minutes into workout #3 (without equipment). the blackjacks are phenomenal at building power and burning the cellulite. also i like that he trains for anaerobic situations as well.
   outstanding workouts and a great value for the price. Highly recommended!