• Jiu-Jitsu University

    Saulo Ribeiro—six-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion—is world-renowned for his functional jiu-jitsu knowledge and flawless technique. In Jiu-Jitsu University, Ribeiro shares with the public for the first time his revolutionary system of grappling, mapping out more than 200 techniques that carry you from white to black belt. Illuminating common jiu-jitsu errors and then illustrating practical remedies, this book is a must for all who train in jiu-jitsu. Not your run-of-the-mill technique book, Jiu-Jitsu University is a detailed training manual that will ultimately change the way jiu-ji... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0981504434
    • ASIN: 0981504434
    • ISBN: 9780981504438
    • Brand: Victory Belt Publishing
    • Manufacturer: Victory Belt Publishing

  • The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance

    In his riveting new book, The Art of Learning, Waitzkin tells his remarkable story of personal achievement and shares the principles of learning and performance that have propelled him to the top—twice.Josh Waitzkin knows what it means to be at the top of his game. A public figure since winning his first National Chess Championship at the age of nine, Waitzkin was catapulted into a media whirlwind as a teenager when his father’s book Searching for Bobby Fischer was made into a major motion picture. After dominating the scholastic chess world for ten years, Waitzkin expanded his horizons, t... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0743277465
    • UPC: 884241239630
    • ASIN: 0743277465
    • ISBN: 9780743277464
    • Brand: Free Press
    • Manufacturer: Free Press

  • Mind Gym : An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence

    Praise for Mind Gym"Believing in yourself is paramount to success for any athlete. Gary's lessons and David's writing provide examples of the importance of the mental game."--Ben Crenshaw, two-time Masters champion and former Ryder Cup captain"Mind Gym hits a home run. If you want to build mental muscle for the major leagues, read this book."--Ken Griffey Jr., Major League Baseball MVP"I read Mind Gym on my way to the Sydney Olympics and really got a lot out of it. Gary has important lessons to teach, and you'll find the exercises fun and beneficial."--Jason Kidd, NBA All-Star and Olympic gold... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0071395970
    • UPC: 639785401445
    • ASIN: 0071395970
    • ISBN: 0071395970
    • Brand: Gary Mack
    • Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Education

  • Sheep No More: The Art of Awareness and Attack Survival

    As heard on The Sean Hannity Radio Show! Former US Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent Jonathan T. Gilliam brings his unique professional perspective to teach you the art of awareness and attack avoidance by sharing unconventional warfare techniques and how to think like an attacker.Fight back, because we are sheep no more! This personal safety and security book comes armed to the teeth with empowering techniques so you can be your own expert at protecting your life.  Weekly, there are major threats, mass killings, terrorist attacks and even weather-related disasters—the list goes on. And th... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1682616045
    • ASIN: 1682616045
    • ISBN: 1682616045
    • Brand: Post Hill Press
    • Manufacturer: Post Hill Press

  • On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

    "If you don't have the time to read, you don't have the time or the tools to write." Here is Stephen King's master class on his craft. On Writing begins with a mesmerizing account of King's childhood and his early focus on writing to tell a story. A series of vivid memories from adolescence, college, and the struggling years that led up to his first novel, Carrie, offer a fresh and often funny perspective on the formation of a writer. King then turns to the tools of his trade, examining crucial aspects of the writer's art and life, offering practical and inspiring advice on everything from pl... [Read More]

    • ASIN: B0000547HM
    • ASIN: B0000547HM
    • Brand: Simon & Schuster Audio
    • Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster Audio

  • Championship Fighting: Explosive Punching and Aggressive Defense

    Fighting techniques and strategies from World Champion and Hall of Fame Boxer, Jack Dempsey.Jack Dempsey, one of the greatest and most popular boxers of all time, reveals the techniques behind his unparalleled success in the ring. Straightforward and with detailed illustrations, Championship Boxing instructs the reader in the theory, training, and application of powerful punching, aggressive defense, proper stance, feinting, and footwork. The methods Dempsey reveals will prove useful to both amateurs and professionals. “I was confident that I could take the rawest beginner, or even an experi... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1501111485
    • UPC: 884375944394
    • ASIN: 1501111485
    • ISBN: 1501111485
    • Brand: Simon Schuster
    • Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster

  • Tao of Jeet Kune Do: New Expanded Edition

    Compiled from Bruce Lee’s notes and essays and originally published in 1975, this iconic volume is one of the seminal martial arts guides of its time. The science and philosophy behind the fighting system Lee pioneered himself—jeet kune do—is explained in detail, depicted through hundreds of Lee’s own illustrations. With the collaboration of Lee’s daughter, Shannon, and Bruce Lee Enterprises, this new edition is expanded, updated, and remastered, covering topics such as Zen and enlightenment, kicking, striking, grappling, and footwork. Featuring an introduction by Linda Lee, this is ... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0897502027
    • ASIN: 0897502027
    • ISBN: 0897502027
    • Brand: Black Belt Books
    • Manufacturer: Black Belt Communications

  • How To Be Your Own Bodyguard: Self Defense for men & women from a lifetime of protecting clients in hostile environments.

    MASTER THE SKILLS OF A BODYGUARD AND REDUCE YOUR RISK OF EVER BEING A CRIME VICTIMNow you don't have to be rich enough to hire your own bodyguard. You can learn the skills in this book and take care of yourself the way the pros do.WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?“How To Be Your Own Bodyguard” is an invaluable reference for:• Anybody who wants to significantly reduce their risk of ever being a victim of a crime.• People smart enough to figure out there’s more to self-defense than learning how to fight• Anyone who travels for business or pleasure.• Professional Close Protection Agents• Peop... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0985856513
    • ASIN: 0985856513
    • ISBN: 0985856513
    • Manufacturer: Nick Hughes

  • The Way of Energy: Mastering the Chinese Art of Internal Strength with Chi Kung Exercise (A Gaia Original)

    For centuries, the Chinese exercise system called Chi Kung has been shrouded in secrecy. The Way of Energy is the first comprehensive guide to the most powerful form of Chi Kung ever developed—“standing like a tree”.A gentle, yet profoundly beneficial form of exercise, which requires very little movement, this form of Chi Kung unlocks deep reserves of energy builds internal stamina, strengthens immunity, relieves chronic illness, and promotes the natural regeneration of the nervous system. Using step-by-step instructions and more than 100 drawings and full-color photographs, The Way of E... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0671736450
    • ASIN: 0671736450
    • ISBN: 0671736450
    • Brand: Simon Schuster Inc
    • Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster Inc.

  • Acupressure's Potent Points: A Guide to Self-Care for Common Ailments

    With your hands you have potential to relieve everyday aches, pains and ailments without taking drugs, to improve your health, and to increase your vitality. Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers to stimulate key points on the skin that, in turn, activate the body's natural self-healing processes. With this book, it is a skill you can learn now--and use in your own home. In Acupressure's Potent Points, Michael Reed Gach, founder and director of the Acupressure Institute of America, reveals simple techniques that enable you to relieve headaches, arthritis, colds and flu, i... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0553349708
    • UPC: 094717117106
    • ASIN: 0553349708
    • ISBN: 0553349708
    • Brand: Bantam Books
    • Manufacturer: Bantam

  • The Art of the Japanese Sword: The Craft of Swordmaking and its Appreciation

    In The Art of the Japanese Sword, master swordsmith Yoshindo Yoshihara offers a detailed look at the entire process of Japanese sword making, including the finishing and appreciation of Japanese blades.Japanese sword art stands out in many ways: functionality as a weapon, sophisticated metallurgy and metalsmithing, the shape of the blade itself—all contribute to the beauty of these remarkable weapons. The Art of the Japanese Sword conveys to the reader Japanese samurai sword history and Japanese sword care, as well as explaining how to view and appreciate a blade. With 256 full-color pages, ... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 4805312408
    • UPC: 884440847070
    • ASIN: 4805312408
    • ISBN: 4805312408
    • Brand: Tuttle Publishing
    • Manufacturer: Tuttle Publishing

  • The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi: 12 Weeks to a Healthy Body, Strong Heart, and Sharp Mind (Harvard Health Publications)

    Conventional medical science on the Chinese art of Tai Chi now shows what Tai Chi masters have known for centuries: regular practice leads to more vigor and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being. Cutting-edge research from Harvard Medical School also supports the long-standing claims that Tai Chi also has a beneficial impact on the health of the heart, bones, nerves and muscles, immune system, and the mind. This research provides fascinating insight into the underlying physiological mechanisms that explain how Tai Chi actually works. Dr. Peter M. Wayne, a longtime... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1590309421
    • UPC: 884427926675
    • ASIN: 1590309421
    • ISBN: 1590309421
    • Brand: Peter Wayne
    • Manufacturer: Shambhala

  • Meditations on Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence

    ForeWord's Book of the Year Award FINALIST - 2008USA Best Book Award FINALIST - 2008A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real-World Violence Experienced martial artist and veteran correction officer Sgt. Rory Miller distills what he has learned from jailhouse brawls, tactical operations and ambushes to explore the differences between martial arts and the subject martial arts were designed to deal with: Violence.Sgt. Miller introduces the myths, metaphors and expectations that most martial artists have about what they will ultimately learn in their dojo. This is then compared with the comple... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1594391181
    • ASIN: 1594391181
    • ISBN: 1594391181
    • Brand: imusti
    • Manufacturer: Ymaa Publication Center

  • Bruce Lee's Fighting Method: The Complete Edition

    Vividly illustrating the techniques of a legendary innovator, this definitive examination explains how to survive attacks on the street, increase training awareness, and develop body movements. Originally compiled as a four-volume series, this revised edition breathes new life into a classic work with digitally-enhanced photography of jeet kune do founder Bruce Lee in his prime, a new chapter by former Lee student Ted Wong, and an introduction by Shannon Lee. This renowned compendium once again reclaims its place as an integral part of the Lee canon and a necessary addition for collectors and ... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0897501705
    • ASIN: 0897501705
    • ISBN: 0897501705
    • Brand: Black Belt Communications
    • Manufacturer: Black Belt Communications

  • The Cornered Cat: A Woman's Guide to Concealed Carry

    The Cornered Cat is the ultimate resource for women who choose to carry a firearm for self defense. It covers everything from cleaning a pistol to methods of carry. It tells women everything they ever wanted to know about how to carry a firearm for self defense. The Cornered Cat is all about women that have chosen or are considering choosing firearms for self defense, sport, or just wanting to understand more about what their menfolk find so fascinating. This book contains a wealth of information presented in Kathy's warm and often humorous style. She tackles the serious considerations of usin... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0982248792
    • ASIN: 0982248792
    • ISBN: 0982248792
    • Brand: Rumpf Outdoor
    • Manufacturer: White Feather Press, LLC

  • Win or Learn : MMA, Conor McGregor & Me: A Trainer's Journey

    Growing up in Dublin, John Kavanagh was frequently bullied. As a young man, after suffering a bad beating when he intervened to help a woman who was being attacked, he decided he had to learn

    • UPC: 371211229

  • My 1st Read And Learn Bible (Board Book)

    Baby's First Read and Learn Bible features eight timeless stories from the Old and New Testament including: the Creation, The Story of Noah, The Nativity, and Jesus and the Children. Illustrated in full color, this

    • UPC: 4197509
    • Rating: 4.636

  • Learn Guitar : The Ultimate Guide to Learn Guitar: Best Tips and Tricks for Learning Guitar

    Are you looking for an easy to understand book about guitar for beginners? Do you love guitars but do not know of a place to get guitar lessons? Do you want to learn how to

    • UPC: 53288904

  • Why Write When You Can Tag : Second Edition: Learn to Draw the Best Graffiti Tags Ever!

    This book picks up where our first book "Learn To Draw a Graffiti Masterpiece" left off. It approaches graffiti tagging as an art form, similar to Calligraphy. It is not a book about illegal tagging.

    • UPC: 440611774

  • The MMA Encyclopedia

    Breaking the MMA language barrier for those who don't know the difference between a wristlock and a wristwatch, this guide offers various perspectives and analysis of the sport. Presents a combination of facts, fundamentals, and

    • UPC: 14514916

  • Combat Hapkido : The Martial Art for the Modern Warrior

    This guidebook brings the classical art of hapkido into the modern world. Providing real-life tactical know-how, this manual discusses the evolution of hapkido into a modern art for self-defense as well as the key principles

    • UPC: 11023170

  • Raising Cane - The Unexpected Martial Art

    9781905605101

    • UPC: 9122831

  • Footwork Wins Fights: The Footwork of Boxing, Kickboxing, Martial Arts & Mma (Paperback)

    The first comprehensive book on footwork in martial arts covers everything you need to know to take your training to the next level. Footwork Wins Fights goes into great detail on everything you need to

    • UPC: 152482050

  • Michael's Gonna Trace Some Letters : Personalized Book with Child's Name for Boys, Letter Tracing Workbook, 52 Sheets of Practice Paper for Kids to Learn to Write the Capital and Lowercase Letters of the Alphabet, 1 Ruling, Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, Book Size 8 1/2 X 11

    Wanna see if we have your name on one of our personalized books? Just search: Black River Art + personalized + your nameThis book has been PERSONALIZED with the

    • UPC: 354744549

  • Mixed Martial Arts Fighting Techniques : Apply the Modern Training Methods Used by MMA Pros! [DVD Included]

    Learn devastating mixed martial arts techniques from all over the world with this expert guide. Superb fighting skills are essential in all sorts of situations and can save your life if you are attacked. Mixed

    • UPC: 55185921

  • What Martial Art Should I Learn?

    Navy SEAL on real martial arts .

    Top Ten Most Effective Martial Arts - Remake 2018!