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Small-Circle Jujitsu

Small-Circle Jujitsu

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Rating: 3 stars
Summary: A basic book with a lot of flaws
Review: Ok, I have studied martial arts for 11 years now, (feb 2000), I have met and studied under Prof Jay in multiple seminars. This book does have some very good techniques in it, but it is also flawed in that it doesn't tell you how to apply them on a person fighting them. As far as techniques go, there are many that would never work on a live,resisting opponent, but many many more that could be made to work. you can pick up the tech's from this book, but after you get the basic mechanics down, you'll need to get a partner and practice moves in a more real environment. IE have him react when he attacks you, don't just have him grab you and stand there like an idiot,have him grab you, then throw a punch at you, or grab you and jerk you around etc. Then you get to see what tech's can work and what can't.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: An almost-perfect book.
Review: Prof. Jay is a genius. All of the techniques shown in this book works effectively. I use many of them during informal nhb matches and they saved my butt hundreds of times. If only Prof. Jay included some ground-fighting escapes and reversals, then I'll recommend this book to everyone, even to BJJ practitioners.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: The best pocket jujitsu book
Review: Small-Circle Jujitsu is the best pocket jj book on the market and also the closest book to traditional, real, ju jutsu. The photos are good (black and white), but the quality of paper can be better (maybe in next edition). All you need for to begin train is in this book.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Don't underestimate the simplicity!
Review: The novice may not appreciate the conservation of motion and simplicity that Dr. Jay brings to his technique of Small circle. Effortless effort! The STRENGTH of these techniques are contained in the subtle, minute changes in body position rather than brute force that seems to be the trend of the "pedestrian" martial artist today. If you have personally studied with Dr. Jay, you can appreciate the beauty behind these techniques.A great book to dissect over and over again.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Very basic Ju-Jitsu...
Review: The Small-circle of Wally Jay is a very basic book about Ju-Jitsu. As a Ju Jitsu sensei myself, I want to catalogue this book as a program for 6 to 3rd Kyu (white -yellow and orange belt).

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A no non-sense practical self-defense book
Review: This book is a must read for people who want to learn true self-defense techniques from an expert who is more than happy to share his knowledge. Anyone who meets Professor Wally Jay can easily see how excited he is to teach his masterpiece. This book provides a good foundation into the Principles of Small Circle Jujitsu that took Professor Jay over 50 years of study and research to perfect. No secrets or mysteries just simple, efficient, and effective self-defense. People that are interested in seeing Professor jays take on ground fighting can consult his videos or a Small Circle Jujitsu Dojo.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Very practical Ju-Jitsu book
Review: This book is filled with technique, but most importantly, the techniques biuld on the principles presented in the beggining of the book. The small-circle idea is one of the most universaly effective in martial arts, specifically grappling. The book starts off with a short history of SCJJ, and included the principles behind it. It then goes into preleminaries, basic excersises for practicing any JJ style, really, and included breakfalls, art-specific movements, and resuscitation. The next chapter is on weak points of the body, which is an eye-opener. Who knew the cuticle was a pressure point? Prof. Jay then goes into the techniques themselves, and the specific self-defense situations. The variety of moves in this book allow you to chose the level of force you use, and all the holds/throws end in a standing possition, so that one can leave the scene, if desired. I have no real complaints about this book, although I wish the principles were explained in more detail, and most judo books can better explain the throws. Also, all the work is done in gis, so most of the throws, as presented, require a jacket, as do most chokes. This book appears written specifically with self-defence in mind, and in that it succeeds, but those involved in sporting events that use submissions will find it useful as well. Buy it for the principles and holds.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Very practical Ju-Jitsu book
Review: This book is filled with technique, but most importantly, the techniques biuld on the principles presented in the beggining of the book. The small-circle idea is one of the most universaly effective in martial arts, specifically grappling. The book starts off with a short history of SCJJ, and included the principles behind it. It then goes into preleminaries, basic excersises for practicing any JJ style, really, and included breakfalls, art-specific movements, and resuscitation. The next chapter is on weak points of the body, which is an eye-opener. Who knew the cuticle was a pressure point? Prof. Jay then goes into the techniques themselves, and the specific self-defense situations. The variety of moves in this book allow you to chose the level of force you use, and all the holds/throws end in a standing possition, so that one can leave the scene, if desired. I have no real complaints about this book, although I wish the principles were explained in more detail, and most judo books can better explain the throws. Also, all the work is done in gis, so most of the throws, as presented, require a jacket, as do most chokes. This book appears written specifically with self-defence in mind, and in that it succeeds, but those involved in sporting events that use submissions will find it useful as well. Buy it for the principles and holds.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: AN EXCELLENT BOOK!!
Review: This book is great! It shows several techniques using Wally Jay's Small-Circle theory that work effectively and can be learned quickly. This book is great for people who have experience in the fighting arts or for people who don't. The techniques are clearly described with easy-to-follow, step-by-step illustrations. I highly recommend this book, one of the best martial arts books I've read!!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A must read for all martial artist
Review: This book should be a part of every martial artist's library. I bought it several years ago and have reviewed it several times. The techniques are practical and efficient. It really doesn't matter what style you train in, the fundamentals of this book can enhance any style. If you are a current Jujitsu or Judo student or technician, this book take techniques you may already know and increases their effectiveness. It is truly amazing what a difference a degree or two and a little push-pull action can make in a traditional technique. Wally Jay has made a wonderful contribution to the martial arts world by writing and putting this book together and sharing his years of study and research with the rest of us.


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