Chris Casamasa, the chief instructor of the Red Dragon Karate system, has won over 150 championships while competing on the North American Sport Karate Association tournament circuit between 1983 and 1993. He was the character "Red Dragon" on the television series WMAC Masters; he has appeared in the movies Mortal Kombat and Batman; and he has stunt-doubled in many movies. In this video, he teaches you the real secrets behind building yourself into a champion. Covered: special jumping drills, gymnastics of martial arts, stretching needed to master aerial kicks, and combinations. 50 minutes.
Chris Casamasa, the chief instructor of the Red Dragon Karate system, has won over 150 championships while competing on the North American Sport Karate Association tournament circuit between 1983 and 1993. He was the character "Red Dragon" on the television series WMAC Masters; he has appeared in the movies Mortal Kombat and Batman; and he has stunt-doubled in many movies. In this video, he teaches some outstanding training methods that are designed to improve your kicking and martial arts abilities. He also covers more unique stretches, kicks and techniques in this video. 50 minutes.
Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents numerous throws and takedowns from his Judo background, adapted to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. Among the topics covered are: leg throws, hip throws, arm throws, combination throws, counter throws and takedowns. The techniques are presented and applied with an attention to detail that will enable you to get complete control over your opponent. This DVD is a must-have resource for any serious martial artist. 50 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Anyone interested in ground fighting quickly realizes the importance of the guard position. Passing the guard is one of the most difficult things to do in a fight, but it is also one of the most important skills that a fighter needs to master. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia will show you numerous passing techniques, submissions while passing the guard and follow-up techniques. Among the topics covered are: close guard passes, open guard passes, half guard passes and stand up passes. The techniques are presented with great attention to detail that will enable you to take your ground fighting skills to a new level. 52 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Fighters who are proficient in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu know how to reverse the situation to gain the advantage over an opponent. In this informative DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents numerous sweeps and reversals that will help you to take your ground fighting skills to a new level. Among the topics covered are: close guard sweeps, open guard sweeps, half guard sweeps and stand up sweeps. This DVD is an essential resource for any fighter seeking to improve their ground fighting skills. 51 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Any martial artist will benefit from learning and practicing the arsenal of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu choking techniques. Whether for sport, self-defense or mixed martial arts, it is essential to develop an understanding of how to apply chokes in a combat situation. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates a wide variety of choking techniques. Among the topics covered are: guard chokes, side chokes, mounted chokes, back chokes, turtle chokes and north/south chokes. Mastering these techniques will help you submit any opponent! 43 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Learn how to submit an opponent regardless of their size and strength. In this informative DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates and explains the wide variety of arm locks used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Among the topics covered are: guard arm locks, side arm locks, mounted arm locks, back arm locks and turtle arm locks. Learning the proper method of applying and executing of these techniques will enable you to dominate your opponent! 46 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Most fights will end up on the ground and any serious martial artist needs to know how to grapple. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia teaches you everything you need to know to become proficient in the art of no gi ground fighting. Among the topics covered are: passing the guards, sweeps and reversals, chokes, arm locks, leg locks, escapes and defenses. Mastering techniques and combinations will enable you to control and dominate your opponent! 96 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Learn to protect yourself and your family regardless of size and strength. Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents the most effective martial arts techniques in this easy-to-learn self-defense system. Among the defenses covered are: grips and touches, hugs, head locks, kicks and punches and weapons. Mastering these self-defense techniques will give you the ability to protect yourself in virtually any situation. 48 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
The Mixed Martial Arts have become increasing popular over the past few years. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become the foundation of competing in the MMA. In this unique program, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates the skills you need to master to become proficient as a competitive fighter. Among the topics covered are: striking, clinching, takedowns, ground and pound, and the guard position. This DVD is an essential resource for any martial artist seeking to improve their fighting skills. 73 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 1: Throws and Takedowns Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents numerous throws and takedowns from his Judo background, adapted to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. Among the topics covered are: leg throws, hip throws, arm throws, combination throws, counter throws and takedowns. The techniques are presented and applied with an attention to detail that will enable you to get complete control over your opponent. This DVD is a must-have resource for any serious martial artist. 50 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 2: Passing the Guard Anyone interested in ground fighting quickly realizes the importance of the guard position. Passing the guard is one of the most difficult things to do in a fight, but it is also one of the most important skills that a fighter needs to master. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia will show you numerous passing techniques, submissions while passing the guard and follow-up techniques. Among the topics covered are: close guard passes, open guard passes, half guard passes and stand up passes. The techniques are presented with great attention to detail that will enable you to take your ground fighting skills to a new level. 52 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 3: Sweeps and Reversals Fighters who are proficient in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu know how to reverse the situation to gain the advantage over an opponent. In this informative DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents numerous sweeps and reversals that will help you to take your ground fighting skills to a new level. Among the topics covered are: close guard sweeps, open guard sweeps, half guard sweeps and stand up sweeps. This DVD is an essential resource for any fighter seeking to improve their ground fighting skills. 51 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 4: Chokes Any martial artist will benefit from learning and practicing the arsenal of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu choking techniques. Whether for sport, self-defense or mixed martial arts, it is essential to develop an understanding of how to apply chokes in a combat situation. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates a wide variety of choking techniques. Among the topics covered are: guard chokes, side chokes, mounted chokes, back chokes, turtle chokes and north/south chokes. Mastering these techniques will help you submit any opponent! 43 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 5: Arm Locks Learn how to submit an opponent regardless of their size and strength. In this informative DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates and explains the wide variety of arm locks used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Among the topics covered are: guard arm locks, side arm locks, mounted arm locks, back arm locks and turtle arm locks. Learning the proper method of applying and executing of these techniques will enable you to dominate your opponent! 46 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 6: Grappling Most fights will end up on the ground and any serious martial artist needs to know how to grapple. In this comprehensive DVD, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia teaches you everything you need to know to become proficient in the art of no gi ground fighting. Among the topics covered are: passing the guards, sweeps and reversals, chokes, arm locks, leg locks, escapes and defenses. Mastering techniques and combinations will enable you to control and dominate your opponent! 96 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 7: Self-Defense Learn to protect yourself and your family regardless of size and strength. Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia presents the most effective martial arts techniques in this easy-to-learn self-defense system. Among the defenses covered are: grips and touches, hugs, head locks, kicks and punches and weapons. Mastering these self-defense techniques will give you the ability to protect yourself in virtually any situation. 48 minutes. 2008.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques and Tactics - Vol. 8: Mixed Martial Arts The Mixed Martial Arts have become increasing popular over the past few years. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become the foundation of competing in the MMA. In this unique program, Master Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia demonstrates the skills you need to master to become proficient as a competitive fighter. Among the topics covered are: striking, clinching, takedowns, ground and pound, and the guard position. This DVD is an essential resource for any martial artist seeking to improve their fighting skills. 73 minutes. 2008.
About the Instructor: Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia started training in Judo at the age of five. He won several titles such as State, National and International Championships. At the age of 17, he started to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marcus received a black belt in Judo in 1986 from Master Alfredo Dornelles. He also received a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 from Grand Master Fransisco Mansur. He is presently a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the owner of The Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club.
This four hour program is the ultimate guide to real, practical self defense that students can learn at their own pace and in the privacy of their homes. It's designed for solo or partner training, with the hope the whole family will get involved, as the techniques are designed for and executed by, women, men, and children. This DVD combines the devastating blocking and striking techniques of karate with the incapacitating grappling techniques of jiu jitsu.
50 specific counters to over 30 different types of attacks are detailed. Though intended mainly for beginners, this DVD can be used by serious martial artists to augment their formal training.
TV personality Rita Sever demonstrates how the techniques work for women while receiving instruction from two martial arts experts, Jean Jacques Machado and Roger Lacombe.
Jean Jacques Machado is a sixth degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and one of the best grapplers in the world, having won numerous national and international championships. In this DVD, Jean Jacques concentrates on techniques that protect you on the street rather than the mat, techniques he has taught Los Angles area police officers and the US Navy Seals.
Roger Lacombe is an eighth degree black belt in Tang Soo Do Karate, and has operated his karate schools in Southern California for almost 30 years, training thousands of kids and adults.
Lesson #1 teaches the basics of jiu-jitsu and karate used in self defense. 54 Min. Lesson #2 focuses on the first line of defense, keeping the attacker from getting to your body. 48 Min. Lesson #3 teaches how to defend against grabs should your initial defense fail or you are taken by surprise. 60 Min. Lesson #4 shows how to defend against life threatening situations, both standing and on the ground. 60 Min.
Master the powerful and devastating techniques of Muay Thai with instruction from Master Paul Metayo. In this comprehensive DVD, Paul shares his personal knowledge of Muay Thai learned from extensive training in Thailand. Among the topics covered are: warm ups and stretching, pad drills, offensive and defensive techniques, conditioning, sparring and how to work the heavy bag. This DVD is a must have for fighters and trainers alike.
Paul Metayo began fighting in Thailand at 13 years old. He has had over 100 professional fights, with 93 wins and only 11 losses. Paul began teaching Muay Thai in 1991 and started promoting events in 1996. Former student Alex Gong, who later became a four-time World Champion Muay Thai Fighter, trained with Paul from the age of 19. Currently, Paul teaches classes in several locations around Phoenix, Arizona. For more information about Paul Metayo, please visit http://www.arizonamuaythai.com/.
One-Step Sparring drills are a vital part of the learning experience in almost all martial arts systems. Now there is a resource for developing your own unique One-Step style! We have collected experts from Korean Tae Kwon Do, Japanese Karate, Okinawan pressure-point fighting, Judo, Kempo, Aikido, and more. Each of one-hundred-and-one different drills is performed slowly and at full-speed giving you a unparalleled choice of techniques to learn and practice. 78 minutes. 2006.
About the Instructor: Keith D. Yates is a 10th Degree Black Belt and has been teaching the martial arts for almost 40 years. He has authored or co-authored ten books and his over 400 articles have appeared in every major martial arts publication. He is a certified master instructor (American Council on Martial Arts) and is a member of the Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Mr. Yates is the president of the American Karate and Tae Kwon Do Organization (http://www.akato.org/).
Karate and Tae Kwon Do tournaments can be intimidating for the beginner and advanced student alike. Now there is a way for you to learn what it takes to become a winner! In this introduction to Karate competition you'll not only learn some of the rules but you'll also get tips on how to score points in both Kata (forms) and sparring divisions. Don't enter a tournament without watching this program first! 39 minutes. 2006.
About the Instructor: Keith D. Yates is a 10th Degree Black Belt and has been teaching the martial arts for almost 40 years. He has authored or co-authored ten books and his over 400 articles have appeared in every major martial arts publication. He is a certified master instructor (American Council on Martial Arts) and is a member of the Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Mr. Yates is the president of the American Karate and Tae Kwon Do Organization (http://www.akato.org/).
