The Grappler's Handbook: Gi and No-Gi Techniques: Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Fighting »

Jean Jacques Machado is one of the five brothers of the world renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu family. He is the author of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and Championship Techniques. He has appeared in the motion pictures Force of the Spirit and Redbelt. Jay Zeballos is a black belt under Jean Jacques Machado and is active as a competitor, teacher, and student. He is a cofounder of Lo9on, Inc., a website design company that developed and manages the Jean Jacques Global Online Training Program. They both live in Los Angeles.

Providing a clear demonstration of all its techniques, this guide presents an integrated, nonpartisan approach to grappling. Highlighting gi and no-gi techniques from major positions found in mixed martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and submission fighting, this handbook builds an accessible foundation that grapplers of any background can utilize. Detailed how-to photo sequences that illustrate techniques with and without a gi in complementary positions are also featured, including mount, guard, side control, and back control.