JuJitsu

Jujitsu is a complete art, combining no-nonsense striking drills with highly effective grappling techniques. In this first of two DVD’s instructor James Kodzis teaches a blend of essential self defense techniques utilizing the opponent’s strength with the principals of leverage, distance and precision. Begin from the fundamentals of stance, movement and break fall then quickly move into learning the stand up skills of jujitsu: punching, elbow strikes, knee strikes and stomp kicks. Once you have a solid understanding of applying and defending against the stand up game, you will learn the keys to an effective grappling arsenal including: Closing the distance for a takedown, Clinching defensively, Takedowns and sweeps Using the sprawl Transitioning on the ground Escapes Defense against striking on the ground Passing the guard. Most importantly, Instructor James Kodzis teaches you how to attain and defend against these fundamental jujitsu positions: Side Mount Mount North South Back Mount Open Guard Closed Guard Half Guard Total Hold down Knee to Stomach. Each Position is explain and demonstrated for numerous angles followed by the demonstration of a number of defenses to the position. Simple direct easy to understand instruction allows you to follow along with a partner, practicing attack and defense drills for each hold as you learn. With a background in both law enforcement and martial arts, James Kodzis has created a jujitsu program that will benefit jujitsu students and instructors as well as law enforcement and security personnel.