JIU-JITSU THE BASICS THE BOOK In order to be able to train effectively in Jiu-Jitsu, this book has been designed to cover the basic positions, techniques, and combinations required. In almost a thousand step by step photographs, the techniques are fully explained, so that Jiu- Jitsuka of any standard will be able to follow them and use them. In addition, the reader will learn the basic groundwork of self-defense, self-defense against attacks with weapons (stick and knife), as well as attacks using firearms at close range. Another feature of Jiu-Jitsu The Basics are lessons concerning locking, throwing, striking and kicking techniques. Jiu-Jitsu The Basics will not only allow every Jiu-Jitsuka to prepare him/herself effectively for a grading test, it will also provide the trainer with a comprehensive reference book. THE AUTHOR Christian Braun has been practicing various forms of Martial Arts for 20 years. Amongst other things he is a Grand Master in Ju-Jutsu (5th Dan). He is the holder of further Master titles in traditional Jiu-Jitsu systems and is an instructor in Progressive Fighting Systems, Madunong Guro in Eskrima and Luta-Livre. For several years he has instructed on national courses throughout Germany for the German Ju-Jutsu Association, and has officiated as the main instructor for instructor training for the German Association. ISBN 978-1-84126-171-3 $ 19.95 US/ 14.95/A 18.95 www.m-m-sports.com
Jiu-Jitsu The Basics
Warning: This book contains, in part, techniques that can be dangerous, and which should only be carried out under the supervision of a qualified trainer/instructor. The author and the publishers take no resonsibility or blame for any injuries sustained.
Christian Braun Jiu-Jitsu The Basics Meyer & Meyer Sport
British Library Cataloguing in Publication Data A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library Jiu-Jitsu The Basics Christian Braun Maidenhead: Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd., 2006 ISBN: 978-1-84126-171-3 All rights reserved. Except for use in a review, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means now known or hereafter invented without the prior written permission of the publisher. This book may not be lent, resold, hired out or otherwise disposed of by way of trade in any form, binding or cover other than that which is published, without the prior written consent of the publisher. 2006 by Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd. 2nd Edition 2009 Aachen, Adelaide, Auckland, Budapest, Cape Town, Graz, Indianapolis, Maidenhead, New York, Olten (CH), Singapore, Toronto Member of the World Sport Publishers' Association (WSPA) www.w-s-p-a.org Printed by: B.O.S.S Druck und Medien GmbH ISBN: 978-1-84126-171-3 E-Mail: verlag@m-m-sports.com www.m-m-sports.com
Index Index Foreword by the Author.........................................7 Foreword by the Director of the German Ju-Jutsu Association.......11 What Are Jiu-Jitsu and Ju-Jutsu?................................13 Etiquette.....................................................15 Technical Section........................27 1. Introduction..................................................27 2. Stances......................................................29 3. Forms of Movement (Sabaki)...................................32 4. Breakfalls (Ukemi)............................................39 5. Groundwork Techniques (Ne-waza)..............................42 6. Complex Exercise.............................................54 7. Jiu-Jitsu Combination Techniques...............................55 7.1. Defensive Techniques (Uke-waza)..............................55 7.1.1. Passive Defense Techniques Blocking with the Forearm.......55 7.1.2. Active Defense Techniques Blocking with the Forearm........68 7.1.3. Defense Techniques Blocking with the Hand................80 7.2. Atemi Techniques............................................92 7.2.1. Palm Heel Techniques (Teisho-uchi, Teisho-tsuki).............92 7.2.2. Lunging Punch Techniques (Oi-tsuki, Gyaku-tsuki)............99 7.2.3. Punch Techniques (Age-tsuki, Mawashi-tsuki, Uraken-uchi)...104 7.2.4. Knee Techniques (Hiza-geri, Hiza-ate)......................109 7.2.5. Stomping Kick Techniques (Mae-fumi-komi).................117 7.2.6. Front Kick Techniques (Mae-geri, Kin-geri).................121 5
Jiu-Jitsu The Basics 7.3. Levering Techniques - Locks...................................123 7.3.1. Stretched Arm Lock (Ude-gatame).........................123 7.3.2. Bent Arm Lock (Ude-garami)..............................138 7.3.3. Major Outer Hold (O-Soto-osae)...........................155 7.4. Throwing Techniques.........................................158 7.4.1. Major Outer Throw (O-Soto-otoshi)........................158 7.4.2. Major Hip Throw (O-goshi) or Loin Wheel (Koshi-guruma)....164 7.4.3. Major Outer Reaping Throw (O-Soto-gari)..................171 8. Pursuing Technique...........................................176 9. Counter-attack Techniques (Gaeshi-waza)......................177 10. Free Self-defense.............................................179 11. Free Applications............................................195 Literature...................................................196 Photo & Illustration Credits...................................196 6