Combat Jiu Jitsu: Real-World Self-Defense with Norman Leff

About this course

Welcome to Combat Jiu Jitsu, a practical and dynamic 4-volume series featuring Headmaster Norman Leff. This course offers a unique opportunity to learn a rare system of Jiu Jitsu rooted in principles taught by Kenji Tanaka, a former Japanese Imperial Marine. Unlike conventional styles, this system emphasizes the highly effective, real-world aspects of Jiu Jitsu not typically taught to the public, even in Japan.Headmaster Norman Leff's martial arts journey began over 50 years ago, leading him to rapidly attain proficiency in several systems. While working in South America, his path crossed with Kenji Tanaka, a master well-versed in the more pragmatic and combat-oriented aspects of Jiu Jitsu. For several years, Norman trained directly under Tanaka-Sensei, and today, he holds the distinguished rank of Headmaster in this unique and effective style. His dedication has led him to create a system geared towards quickly neutralizing threats in real-world scenarios.This unique combat Jiu Jitsu system focuses on highly effective self-defense techniques. In this series, Headmaster Leff meticulously covers vital point strikes (Atemi-Waza), a crucial element for incapacitating opponents with minimal effort. You'll progress to mastering a wide array of locks, throws, and efficient counterattacks. The course provides a deep dive into control techniques and strategies, teaching you not only how to respond when your opponent makes the first move but also how to use "fight stoppers" to end a confrontation quickly and decisively before it escalates. This curriculum is designed for anyone seeking a no-nonsense approach to self-defense, prioritizing efficiency and practical application above all else.

Course objectives

• to teach practical self-defense techniques
• to emphasize real-world applications of Jiu Jitsu
• to provide strategies for quickly neutralizing threats