1 comments about Shogun And Ninja - Secrets Of Chute Boxe, The Ultimate Fighting System Blending Muay Thai Striking And Jiu-Jitsu Groundfighting For Mixed Martial Arts.

1. This is a good video. It gave me a lot to think about in terms of how to transition between upright fighting and grappling.

1 comments about KAPAP Combat Concepts Vol. 4: Martial Arts of The Isreali Special Forces - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Applications.

1. Krav Maga/KAPOP is such a versatile method of defense/offense,that I'd have been surprised if it hadn't been adopted (w/slight modifications) by the Israelis. Having said that,however,I personally find ground scrambling far too vulnerable for my tastes-realistic down & dirty street defense. Good to know,naturally,but not something I'd want to pursue further. Great instructional DVD,however.

1 comments about THE SCIENCE OF JIU-JITSU STARRING DEMIAN MAIA, 6 VOLUMES ON 6 DVD'S.

1. Recently began training in Koryu Uchinadi dojo under Sensei Pat McCarthy.Despite patient and obviously world-class instruction,i am a slow learner and there is only so much time a teacher can spend with any one student, so the groundwork (newaza)has really caused me grief...Maia's DVDset is a HUGE help...compulsory.The really impressive thing is that he speaks to entry level beginners and advanced rollers at the same time. Do yourself a favor...by this one!

No comments about Karo Parisyan-Judo for Mixed Martial Arts, 6 incredible volumes for learning effective throws for Grappling and UFC style fighting.

1 comments about Urban Krav Maga DVD Box Set.

1. "The techniques demonstrated in this set are, I would say, the most effective you'll find in dealing with 'Real' confrontations. Basically speaking, this stuff WILL work! The techniques are shown in at full speed and then brilliantly broken down to explain the moves piece by piece. Again, the camera work and the positioning of the Instructors ensures this is done in the most effective way. These techniques really are the ones that will serve you if you find yourself in any number of unavoidable confrontational situations."
   
   AJ Dennis
   
   "What an awesome set! As per previous reviews I have viewed and studied many different martial arts, both traditional and more modern 'reality' based systems and this DVD set is easily up there with the best"
   
   J Fox
   
   "This is great set of DVD's for anyone interested in Krav Maga, Mixed Martial Arts or basic no nonsense Self Defence. The filming is high quality and allows one to follow the action so as to be easily able to copy the techniques shown. Each of the discs covers a different topic, demonstrating likely attack scenario's, and how to defend against those attacks. Whether you're a seasoned martial artist, or a complete novice, you will find these DVD's very useful, and amongst the best available on the subject of real self defense"
   
   Jim Macevoy
   
   
   "Excellent DVD's. I learned a lot although I train Krav Maga since years. Very good explanations and a very friendly and polite way of teaching. Very short time after my order I was contacted by Mr. McGill in a very nice and friendly e-mail. After all, if I were in the UK, I would like to train with him."
   
   drrups
   
   "Superb item and service. The content and quality of the DVD set is outstanding. Many thanks!"
   
   Wintersoldier
   
   "I'll keep this short as all the superlatives have been used above. I found it a most useful set of dvd's, covering all types of attacks and in just enough detail but not overdoing it, it moved at a nice pace. previous to this purchase I attended level 1 krav maga classes where the majority of time was spent punching and holding pads! while there is no doubt that classes are important i found i learned more from these dvd's. i would highly recommend them"
   
   John Duignan
   
   
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5 comments about Rickson Gracie: Choke.

1. This is a great look into a few days and hrs inside the legend known as Rickson Gracie. Anyone who really knows BJJ and it orgins knows Rickson is arguably the greatest fighter ever. This video really shows you how great Rickson was for his time and shows how far advanced he was. This video left me wishing I could see more of Rickson and wondering what if he competed today. It is a great inside look to how the baddest man alive flet and dealt with pre fight gitters. Long Live Gracie Jiu Jitsu!



2. This movie is right up there with The Smashing Machine. Great look into MMA at its roots. Hopefully a new documentary like this surfaces in the future because they sure are great to watch.



3. Well, unfortunately or not i had already seen a lot of this video on Youtube and i didnt know it, until i bought it The content is good but its not worth the money. Actually i bought it because im a brazilian jiu jitsu athlete and a big fan of Rickson Gracie, but i think the video could have shown more training aspects, what its really interesting for me. As a documentary is ok, but once more, its not worth the money,it could be a little bit cheaper.



4. Young, inexperienced no-names are invited to get beat up on by the Gracie's best. I felt bad for these guys. Gracies are shameless.



5. One of the best documenteries on the gracies!!! One of the most motivating videos in my library!

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. 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.



2. 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.



3. I ordered this product and it was missing a DVD too. I am not sure how to contact the seller for my other DVD but not worth the hassle of only getting Disc 2.
   DON'T BUY THIS DVD



4. This dvd offers "winning techniques" as described in the title. The information is easy to follow and techniques are thorough. I highly recommend this dvd for beginners to intermediate looking to review structured techniques.



5. This DVD (3) to be exact has some good points and intruction, its just cheaply made and the intructor is one of the worst sites on camera. I could have made a better production with a retro 80's camera and a VHS player on EP mode, just rubbish. I found myself laughing more than I was paying attention, I had to go back and watch it a few times to get past it. I would recommend the BJ Penn MMA book on here, at least that won't have you laughing.

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

1. 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



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



3. 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.



4. 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. This is an excellent series, and I would recommend it to anyone beginning jiu-jitsu. The examples are clear and shown from many angles, and there is enough variation of technique to keep you interested.
   
   So why give it 3 stars if it is so good? Even though these videos are very good, they do not compare to the Roy Dean Blue Belt Requirements series, and of the two, I would highly recommend the Roy Dean series over these, so that is why I gave it 3 stars.

5 comments about Renzo Gracie Legacy DVD.

1. RENZO GRACIE
   LEGACY
   
   Probably the greatest documentary on a Mixed Martial Artist and it just so happens it is on one of the all time greats, Renzo Gracie. The Gracie's are the first family of MMA and are even literally the creators of The UFC; Renzo is one of the best fighters from that legendary family. For those who know that is really saying something because this family is beyond legendary. This documentary is an inside look into 10 plus years of Renzo's life from his first fight to his latest against Frank Shamrock.
   
   I love the way that this doc starts with Renzo telling a story about a time in Pride FC were the other fighters were talking about they would rather be home, his response to them is hilarious and just shows the type of man that he is. From the start Renzo tells of how BJJ was started and how his father was a prisoner in a corrupt land and was tortured along side his people. His telling of how his father said that no matter what was done to them there were some people in there who never broke, and never said a word, I like Renzo would be proud of that heritage as well. His family's history is covered rather well in this and gives an insight into how it all began from humble beginnings to a legendary family.
   
   His career is of course a driving force behind this but more time is spent on his losses in this documentary, more so than his wins because you learn from them. His brutal knock out of Oleg Taktarov though is what starts things out on this doc. But until last night's wonderfully beautiful KO of Michael Bisping at the hands of legend Dan Henderson I would say this is the most brutal knock out ever, it still may even beat Henderson's. From here we are treated to rare glimpses of Renzo's early days including a fight that literally started the entire crowd to riot, I love those crazy Gracie's
   
   From his many wins to his fewer losses we are treated to his life in and out of the fight game, and like every other Gracie Renzo was born into Jiu-jitsu. Of course his time in Pride FC is covered including his classic bout with Sakaraba, as well as every other. Still even more interesting is his fight with perhaps the greatest fighter ever BJ Penn who was trained by the Gracie's, Ralph to be exact. This fight gets a good amount of time spent on it mainly because of the feud between the two camps, their history and of course because the fight was excellent. Also included is the world famous Abu Dhabi and footage of not only Renzo competing in it but other Gracie's as well as people like Eddie Bravo.
   
   Still the fighting and such is only part of this man's journey as we get to see the family man that he is and the leader that he is. I know it especially hard on him when his brother Ryan was found dead in a jail cell in Brazil, R.I.P. Of course his time spent in the I.F.L. is documented since he was a coach [his team even won the championship one year]. But it is his now famous fight with another legend in the game, Pat Miletich, which is probably my favorite submission of all time. This fight was not only broadcast on the actual event but also on the show 60 Minutes [I believe it was] which helped it become the most watched MMA bout ever.
   
   Renzo went on to avenge a prior loss to Carlos Newton and also went on to defeat one of the greatest fighters to ever live, Frank Shamrock. Renzo is a man of principle, integrity, honor, and respect and is also one of the greatest fighters ever. This documentary covers all the highs and all the lows with no biased over 10 years of a wonderful career. It is rare to see such a personal and honest look inside the life of a martial artist. The special features are basically long enough to be another entire documentary on Renzo. I especially love the one featuring Renzo's first American black belt Matt Serra as Serra is actually coaching Renzo before his fight with Penn. That is what I love about Renzo he is the teacher and person who trained Serra but he is not above him and arrogant in any way and allows Serra to help train him. You know you are good if in a room full of Brazilians [Gracies] you are the only American and are also respected enough by them that they will actually take tips from you.
   
   Buy this now and witness with your own eyes what a great documentary is all about, Renzo's Legacy is forever burned into my head. What a great man, fighter, and documentary, buy this now.



2. I am humbled an honored to be a student of one of Renzo Gracies black belts.



3. Really enjoyed this film, it provides a good insight to Renzo's time in the evolving pro MMA game. Interesting in that it's not heavily 'biased' to Gracie BJJ, showing the ups and downs (losses, injury etc.) Renzo's a great figher and instructor, having a really positive outlook despite some tough times through injury & loss. This is much more of a documentary than a training flick, and I'd strongly recommend it to anyone with an interest in MMA that goes beyond pure training/competition.



4. I am inspired by Professor Renzo Gracie for his courage, tenacity, honor and love of family. I have not met Prefessor Renzo Gracie personally but hope to someday. Our BJJ school is encouraged by his teachings and legacy in and outside class. Our instructor Professor Steven Bongiorno in Berlin New Jersey is a certified Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu blackbelt under Ricardo Almeida. Professor Bongiorno often mentions both Professor Almeida and Professor Renzo Gracie during our classes. Both Professor Renzo Gracie and Professor Ricardo Almeida are our role model both in and outside class. We often are told about both them and their families. We were joyed to hear about Professor Renzo Gracies recently signing a contract with the UFC for 6 more fights a few days ago. We pray for his health as well as Professor Ricardo Almeida and his wife and family.



5. Great documentary on the wars faught and teaching of Master Renzo Gracie. I really thought I knew everything about MMA since I have been a fan since 1994 but this shed some new light on the famous Gracie family a why they fight. Renzo is a true master, particularly since he has lost quite a few times in his fights of the past decade. He did though, win some very important ones. But even more important, is that he never tapped or gave up.
   
   Now focused on his coaching skills (that is until UFC Abu Dhabi), he now gives his gift to other students seeking the way of the warrior. The extras on the DVD were equally as impressive, particularly the funny stories from Relson!! Check out this vid to see fantastic footage from Pride as well as Abu Dhabi 2003!!
   
   A must buy for the jiu-jitsu, UFC, Pride, or MMA fan!!