Jiu-Jitsu University by Saulo Ribeiro (2008, Trade Paperback)

Rather comprehensive didactic textbook with a wealth of clever colour photographs.

Five stars - for a book on Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Please note I am a white belt beginner with only a couple of years of experience in judo as a teenager. I favour learning in books over the internet and videos, hence my quest for such an educational, technical book. I should probably have rated it 4 stars overall, but compared with most didactic books or books which present themselves as such in this particuliar field, this one:
- has very little narcissistic content about the personal journey or midset of the author(s) - in my view that is a huge asset; nor does it contain much pseudo-philosophical mumbo-jumbo;
- is relatively structured in a rational manner, displaying pedagogic intent (although the editing is far from perfect, and an index wouldn't have been superfluous);
- contains abundant photos rather cleverly taken (different angles of the same time/movement, opponents dressed in gis of contrasting colours etc).
- is, as far as I can tell at my level (beginner), quite thorough.
It is expansive but at least I felt I was getting decent value for money when buying it second-hand. I broke down the book in series of chapters so that I can carry the around and read when commuting.Read full review

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Excellant

Excellant book on Brazilian Jui Jitsu techniques.
I'm a first dan in trad Japanese Jui Jitsu and this book is very useful.
Recommended.

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Best Jiu Jitsu manual

Fab book. Lots of details and great photos from multiple views. Highly recommended.

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Perfect for anyone practicing BJJ

Perfect. The book came in great condition and is exactly what I'm looking for.

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Good book

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Good book

Good info with details and pics
Very handy

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Good used product

Happy with the product

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Knowledgable

Excellent and very informative

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A must for BJJ trainers!

A must for all BJJ trainers!

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Bjj must!

Brilliant for getting an incite in to the little detail .

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