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Brazilian Jiujitsu: Ground-Fighting Combat
Contributor(s): Wells, Garrison (Author)
ISBN: 0761384561     ISBN-13: 9780761384564
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
OUR PRICE:   $25.32  
Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats
Published: January 2012
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation - Martial Arts
- Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Central & South America
Dewey: 796.815
LCCN: 2011034228
Lexile Measure: 860
Series: Martial Arts Sports Zone
Physical Information: 0.3" H x 6.7" W x 9.4" (0.50 lbs) 32 pages
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 149021
Reading Level: 5.5   Interest Level: Middle Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
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Publisher Description:

Did you know that Brazilian jiujitsu (BJJ) has its origins in Japanese judo? Samurai warriors used judo for self-defense. In the early 1900s, judo masters brought the martial art to Brazil. Over time, the sport evolved into Brazilian jiujitsu, where the weight and height of the players are not as important as technique and strategy. With the proper training, practice, and equipment, BJJ is a safe way to stay in shape.

Enter the Martial Arts Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to Brazilian jiujitsu. You'll discover:
- Who the Gracie family is and how its members created BJJ.
- What some of the top BJJ moves are, including the armbar and the rear naked choke.
- How the U.S. Army uses BJJ in training for hand-to-hand combat.
- What role BJJ has in mixed martial arts competitions worldwide.

Are you into sports? Then get in the zone


Contributor Bio(s): Wells, Garrison: -

Garrison Wells is a third-degree black belt in Nihon jujitsu, a first-degree black belt in judo, a third-degree black belt in Goju-ryu karate, and a first-degree black belt in kobudo. He is also an award-winning journalist and writer, and he lives in Colorado.