Discover the ancient secrets of the legendary Samurai warriors.

Master the skills you need to defend against attacks in a world filled with violence. Secrets of Combat Jujutsu is an essential guide for every student of self-defense and martial arts. Now in it's third edition, Secrets of Combat Jujutsu continues to inspire a new generation of martial artsits with its passion and insight. Both profound and practical, this modern classic is your best insurance policy in a world of increasing danger. Read it today!

'A must read! This book is for anyone who wants simple, yet effecive self-defense knowledge.-Tokay Hill-7th degree black belt karate, former world karate champion, United States Olympic Coach of the Year

'A classic! Well organized and effectively illustrated, An ideal guide for anyone, from students to developers of self-defense, martial arts, and law enforcement courses.'-Donald P. Koz-7th degree black belt jujutsu, author of Use of Force, the training manual used by the Special Agents of the United States Treasury Department

'Highly recommended! An excellent presentation of a proven modern self-defense system.'-Diane Skoss-4th degree black belt aikido, author of Koryu Bujutsu (classical warrior traditions of Japan, former managing editor, Aiki News/Aikido Journal

'Excellent! The Secrets of Combat Jujutsu series is the most comprehensive collection on jujutsu I have ever seen, and in my 53 years of practice I have seen a lot.'-Professor Antonio Pereira-7th degree black belt judo, member of Jujutsu America Black Belt Hall of Fame

Contents

Warning
Secrets of combat jujutsu Vol 1
Acknowledgements
About the author
Foreword
Lineage chart
History of combat jujutsu
History of Miyama Ryu
A talk with Shinan Pereira
Miyama Ryu Heiho (strategy and tactics)
Attitutde in the dojo
Attitude in training
Attitude of the tori (defender)
Attitude of the uke (attacker)
Unarmed attacks
Weapon attacks
Multiple attacks
Safety in the dojo
Sport?
Taiso (body conditioning)
Kamae (posture and attitude)
Kiai jutsu (the spirit shout)
Owaza (the complete technique)
Ukemi (break falls(
Tai sabaki (body positioning)
Atemi waza (striking techniques)
Kote waza (wrist techniques)
Kansetsu waza (joint techniques)
Nage waza (throwing techniques
Shime waza (strangulation)
Kyusho (targeting vital areas)
Maai (combative distance)
Timing
Promotion requirements for 6th kyu orange belt
Promotion requirements for 5th kyu yellow belt
Promotion requirements for 4th kyu green belt
Belt tests and promotion reqirements
Rank and promotion procedures
Index