Small-Circle Jujitsu

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Summary: Good if you already know some Jiu-Jitsu
Review: As a Marine Corps Close Combat Instrtuctor, I can tell you that the majority of these techniques work well, and may be learned and applied by anyone. I do, however, beleive that much practical application and sparring/grappling against many different opponents is necessary to become proficient in any fighting art. Nearly ALL of the Marine Corps Close Combat techniques are found in this book. As our system was a collaboration of many SME's (subject matter experts), that has to speak for something. In addition, Wally echos one of my main points to my students, do not ever become subbornly commited to one technique. You must be able to flow from one to another based partly upon your skill, but primarily the actions of your opponent. Great book, although the pictures and descriptions could be better for beginning practitioners. If you are familiar with basic Jiu-jitsu techniques and principles, you should have no problems.

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Summary: Alot of decent pictures and instructions
Review: As a student of jiujitsu i understood alot of the moves but i found that without previous knowledge these pictures and instructions were difficult to understand. I feel there is alot of good information but not worth buying.

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Summary: Excellent book
Review: As student who intergrates small circle in my Discipline, I would recommend this book to all martial artist. Professor Jays 10 principles and wrist techniques leave you in a AW. The finger lock techinques works wonder no matter how big or small one is. This book is a must have.

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Summary: Excellent book
Review: As student who intergrates small circle in my Discipline, I would recommend this book to all martial artist. Professor Jays 10 principles and wrist techniques leave you in a AW. The finger lock techinques works wonder no matter how big or small one is. This book is a must have.

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Summary: About as good as you'll find
Review: Good book. Mostly pictures, and no B.S. He just lays out the techniques, and that's it. Inset pictures show grips for clarity. Not crystal clear, but with any training you get it.

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Summary: Good book!!!!!!!!
Review: Great book, techniqes you can use! I love this book, the moves cause pain, but no injury. I really like section on finger locks. I did not have a problem with this book, the pictures were great. If you are in the martial arts, or looking in to them, GET THE BOOK.

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Summary: Awsome Martial arts literature
Review: Having not only read the book, but personally studying with Prof. Jay and some of his students, I find the usefulness of this book great because it deals with the conflict at the beginning, instead of after being thrown on the ground by the opponent as in other styles.

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Summary: The best jujitsu book. Simple and easy to follow techniques.
Review: Having praticed this form of martial art for over ten years, I have to say that anyone who understands the basic principals of jujitsu can vastly improve by reviewing this book. Loaded with simple instructions and pictures, Wally Jay makes this a quick review guide for the accomplished and an excellent instruction manual for the beginner. He has included several simple exercises, which can be done anywhere without drawing attention, which help improve certain aspects of your techniques. Having been fortunate enough to attend several classes given by this Master, I can say that the techniques are simple and quite effective in controlling an opponent.

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Summary: must have if you are serious about jujitsu
Review: having read this book and learned the skills, i must say that it has saved my butt may times. I work as a police officer in SF's, Tenderloin, and have used these skills to "down" 6'3" 260 lbs men, 5 inches taller and 100 lbs heavier...without much effort...Prof. Jay's finger skills have allowed me to take on and control subject without beating them or hurting them...it is a must have if you are serious about your safety and jujitsu.. it can show you how a small child can control an adult with the right skills and a little pratice...

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Summary: His theory is great and should be taught to all Jujitsu pup.
Review: I am a judoist and wanted to learn jujitsu because it teaches more ways to save yourself from dangerous situations.This book is great for all jujitsu and judo practitioners and even better for women and children.This book is easy to learn! Great pictures and directions. Prof. Jay is the best!