Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu: Revolutionizing Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Paperback – October 15, 2006

Dave Camarillo provides an excellent bridge between Judo and Jiu-Jitsu in this innovative instruction manual. This isn't your traditional, "My take on jiu jitsu" book - it shares insights of the few practioners to reach world class levels in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As such, it has more Gi standup material than most books, and successfully integrates the Judo throws into submissions from transition. Camarillo also shows "flying" attacks, integrating submissions to the stand-up game. He's uniquely qualified to present these integrations.Positives noted, this book isn't for everyone. It isn't aimed at detailing basics and fundamentals - there are much better books out there that specialize in jiu jitsu 101. It's also not encyclopedic. There are other books that do a better job cataloguing all the moves out there. That said, Camarillo certainly has enough knowledge to put out a sequel or two. I hope he has time to write them.

I highly recommend this book.

Overall, I found this to be an excellent addition to any grapplers library. I think BJJ needs to have more emphasis on the standup portion of the game and this book certainly helps fill the void. The pictures were clear, easily understood as was the text. Both participants wore different colour uniforms so it was easy to differentiate them (a problem when everyone wears a white gi). I had given this book 4 stars but as I read it again and again my opinion keeps going up. Excellent book worthy of 5 stars!

Like many other innovators before him, he was willing to step outside the norms of judo to see advantages in furthering his Newaza game by training in BJJ. Much to the dismay of his SJSU coaches, but you can't argue with his record both as a competitor and a coach. Great stuff.

PREFACE: My review is based on that of a beginner BJJ practitioner, not an advanced martial artist.I purchased this book in hopes of something basic to assist me in becoming better at Brazillian Jiu Jitsu and was disappointed. The focus seems to be on submissions from/after takedowns and, while valuable, is not suitable for a beginner in my opinion. That said, this book is being added to my library for when I become better and want to begin supplementing my stand-up game. For beginners, a widely recommended read would be Jiu-Jitsu University.

Very detailed instructional. It would probably be better to get the video to see the moves in action.

Nothing ground shattering but a great addition to my library. I enjoyed the preface telling of Dave Camarillo's entrance into jiu jitsu.

Awesome book. No one is as good as Dave at transitions and creating a perfect flow between arts. Highly recommend.

One of the must-have BJJ books for any BJJ enthusiast. Also interesting for Jujutsu / Japanese Jiu-Jitsu practitioners.

Zuerst einmal muss wieder die unglaublich verlässliche und schnelle Lieferung Amazons gepriesen werden, ich bin immer wieder von der Schnelligkeit begeistert.Zum Produkt: Es ist ein relativ großes Format, was platzmäßig schwierig sein könnte, aber das Buch nicht schlecht macht, im Gegenteil, das Buch zeigt mit tollen Bildfolgen auszuführende Bewegungen, Hebel und Konter. Es ist alles sehr gut durchdacht und schön dargestellt. Für alle, die MMA oder Jiu Jitsu betreiben und eventuelle Kniffe, Erleichterungen und sogar neue Wege für bestimmte Moves suchen, ist dieses Buch wirklich nur zu empfehlen!Fazit: Für diesen Preis ein unglaublich detailliert dargestelltes und ausführlich erklärendes Buch!

Hat mit bei der Vorbereitung auf das Training geholfen. Viele nette Anregungen. Die Bildergestaltung in diesem Buch war für mich auch ok.

My presonal ability in BJJ is still somewhat limited and with the lack of 'stand up' training in BJJ this book was a breath of fresh air. The basic (yet effective) descriptions are easy to read even for a newcomer, and i feel that even a person with no previous martial arts experience would benefit from this book.My only negative comment about the book would be the lack of ground techniques. The book seems to focus on stand up, flying attacks and grip (all of which will help any practicing BJJ artist) but the basics of BJJ are ignored.I would recommend this book, but would advise those who are looking to buy this to purchase another standard BJJ book to help your understanding and give you a more overall picture.

Really effective techniques shown in a very simple way. I would highly recommend it for both Judo and BJJ practitioners as the techniques shown can be incorporated into competitions for both styles.