1904 Yabe School of Jiu Jitsu

Dear Fellow Martial Artist:

Imagine being taught by a legendary Jiu-Jitsu Master. One who was responsible for bringing Jiu-Jitsu to the United States way back in 1904. Imagine learning authentic Japanese Ju Jitsu techniques from the worlds oldest Japanese Ju-Jitsu Course ever assembled. Imagine learning this breakthrough curriculum not shared anywhere else that you can instantly add to your Martial Art training regime.

What would this course teach you? What secrets would be shared? What real nuggets of gold would you learn? How would you feel if you missed out on it?

Hi, my name is Jim Fortunato, I've been fortunate enough to train with some of the best grapplers and Jiu-Jitsu experts alive today...and I've learned some truly great techniques from them. However, if a 'genie in a bottle' ever granted me one wish to train with any martial art expert I wanted. I'd 'wish' I could go back in time and train with Master Y.K. Yabe.

The bad news is this can never happen...The good news is I figured out a way to have the next best thing...and so can you!

Major Martial Art Announcement
--The Time Has Come For--
The Re-Release of The Yabe School of Jiu Jitsu!

More than 100 years has past since the original Yabe School of Jiu-Jitsu Training Course was made available to the public by mail order. However, through this exclusive offer, you are invited to join the elite few who have access to this time-capsuled information!

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$147 plus $10 shipping

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Here's the bottom Line:

The 1904 Yabe School of Jiu-Jitsu is now available to you! All 5 original books were collectively and originally titled: A Course of Instruction in Jiu-Jitsu.

First: I've gone through great length to re-scan, re-publish and include every single photo and piece of text contained in this course. It truly is a unique and rare part of martial art history.

Second: I've spent countless hours studying, training and filming every Yabe Jiu Jitsu technique and training application found in the original course.

This course has several key elements that will make you a better Martial Artist, athlete, competitor and technician:

It contains the complete Jiu-Jitsu curriculum as taught by Master Y.K. Yabe! With over 100 detailed lessons and illustrated photos!
Secret techniques revealed for the first time in over 100 years! Part of my goal in re-releasing this course is to bring back to you martial art techniques and secret strategies that were thought to be lost forever! By the way the first move alone will make this course worthwhile to you! It's a dynamic way to throw someone that I wish I knew 10 years ago.
Your skills will greatly improve! I believe the martial art and ju jitsu masters of our time are so great because they have always continued to learn. They stay 'students of the game'. And as long as you continue to and lear your skills will automatically improve naturally.
Tons of training information, techniques and photos! Yabe Jiu-Jitsu students were tough! This whole course is packed with technique after technique! It also includes a look into their extremely disciplined lifestyle. You'll get an inside peek at what it was like to train Yabe style.
The opportunity to learn one of the oldest martial art curriculums of all time! In the early 1990's when the Gracie family came to the U.S. they shocked the world with the effectiveness of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. However, the roots of Jiu-Jitsu in the U.S. trace back way before Helio Gracie. Master Y.K. Yabe was the first pioneer in bringing Jiu Jitsu successfully to the U.S.

Learn Jiu-Jitsu...1904 style!

Master Yae Kichi Yabe announced publicly that Jiu-Jitsu was "the most wonderful system of physical training and self-defense in the world!" Kinda similar to when Helio Gracie and the Gracie family publicly challenged anyone who would take them on in Brazil. Helio's challenge became known as the 'Gracie Challenge'...I wonder back in 1904 if word got out about the 'Yabe Challenge'?

Master Yabe boldly claimed:"It is the persistent practice of Jiu-Jitsu that the Japanese owe their courage and success in battle, their almost superhuman strength and power of endurance, their low death rate and their material progress."

As a martial artist, instructor and collector this got my attention big time!

And I'm sure this system of physical training and self-defense will interest you!

Yabe Jiu Jitsu embodies the ideal principles of attaining perfect health and physical development! "As a means of self defense Jiu-Jitsu is as potent at short range as the deadliest weapon...and a knowledge of its self-preserving principles renders a man or woman invulnerable to every form of vicious attack." (Quote taken from Master Y.K. Yabe)

Master Yae Kichi Yabe was from the Ten-Shin Ryu School of Japan. He was the most successful teacher of the art in all of Japan. He was delegated to teach all the secrets of this ancient Japanese art to Americans at the turn of the century.

Master Y.K. Yabe's 1904 Mail Order Course explains and makes clear the principles of his Jiu-Jitsu System in a manner that truly captures the essense of the art during that time. If you want to learn the progression and evolution of Ju Jitsu in the U.S. over the past 100 years this is where it started.

In 1904 Master Y. K. Yabe made this course available so long as the edition lasted. And until now the complete collection was never in the hands of anyone inside the United States. In fact I searched over 3 countries for over a year and a half to be able to bring this martial art treasure to you! Each lesson is fully illustrated and each technique has been filmed and is clearly detailed on the DVD's. The entire collection was carefully reformatted to be able to bring to you the official techniques of the Yabe School of Jiu-Jitsu. You'll get the 5 manuals plus the training DVD's.

Religiously Guarded Secrets Revealed!

At the turn off the century the principles of the Yabe style of Jiu-Jitsu were religiously guarded for over 2,000 years. By an imperial edict the teaching of the system was forbidden outside of Japan. The friendly feeling existing between Japan and the U.S. was the instrumental factor in the release of this system from its oath-bound secrecy. As a result Master Yabe was delegated to teach, without reserve, all the secrets of this ancient art to Americans in the early 1900's.

Yabe Jiu-Jitsu Vol. 1 - 5 are intensely interesting. They explain the principles of Jiu-Jitsu in a very pure way. Because it was written by Yae Kichi Yabe himself there was no outside, American influence. It's really a pure Japanese approach to Ju Jitsu.

The 5 Volume Mail Order course contain illustrations and written descriptions for each lesson. However, sometimes interpreting techniques from books and manuals allow can be a bit of a challenge. So my Yabe Jiu Jitsu DVD's contain even more detail of each Yabe technique. I also include several variations and ways to execute each move. Please keep in mind I've studied these manuals extensively, and have been training in the arts for almost 20 years. With that said, understand that my interpretation of the techniques may be slightly different that what Master Yabe taught.

The bottom line is that since no-one was there is 1904 and there is no film of Yabe in action, we cannot really know every detail of 'his techniques'. What I can tell you is that you will love these DVD's...(my own students do)...In fact you'll see one of them in the DVD's as my partner.

5 Bold Quotes from Master Y.K. Yabe

Quote 1:

"Yabe Jiu-Jitsu embraces a system of physical training, which, without artificial means, develops every muscle and tissue and strengthens every organ in the human body."

Quote 2:

"Although the Japanese are small in stature, they seemed to possess the most perfect physical development of any nationality. They attributed their wonderful strength and power of endurance solely to the practice of Jiu-Jitsu."

Quote 3:

"A knowledge of its self-preserving principles makes the timid man bold, courageous and self-reliant."

Quote 4:

"There are many techniques in this book that will enable a man of average strength to dispose of the most formidable antagonist with an ease and rapidity which is astonishing. Once a person is skilled in the art of the Jiu Jitsu "holds", it is utterly useless for an opponent to offer resistance."

Quote 5:

"It makes no difference how unequally matched in size or strength the contestants may be, a knowledge of Jiu Jitsu will enable a child of 14 years old to overcome and render powerless a man of thrice his strength."

...Master Yabe truly had a way with words...

Master Yae Kichi Yabe was the most successful teacher of the art in all of Japan before he was selected to give instructions in Jiu-Jitsu to Americans by correspondence in 1904.

Here are some of the benefits contained in each volume of The Yabe School of Jiu-Jitsu Manuals and DVD Home Study Course:

Volume 1: Preparatory

Attain ideal health by modeling the Japanese ancient mode of living.

Learn 3 Deep Breathing exercises designed to refresh and invigorate your whole body.

Learn how the Japanese custom of bathing can be used to open your pores and stimulate more blood circulation.

Burn fat and increase lean muscle following the Yabe dietary habits.

Find out why the most beneficial way to build muscular strength and endurance is to exercise slowly.

3 amazingly simple yet effective wrist, arm and shoulder exercises.

When done correctly this abdominal & chest exercise will stimulate your muscles to work overtime.

Hip, thigh, ankle and calf body weight exercises you can do anywhere.

The exact 3 partner exercises you can use to build above average strength. I've been teaching martial arts for 9 years and have never seen these before. My students absolutely love them! AND SO WILL YOU!

Volume 1 contains a total of 25 lessons with 22 illustrated photos!

Volume 2: Primary

The 'Taka-Basami' throw will totally amaze you. This throw alone make the course worth while. I guarantee you have never seen this technique!

How to end a fight by forcible throwing your opponent to the ground with the 'Keage' attack.

The 'Makikomi Roll' and how to nail your opponent as soon as he grabs your coat label.

Allow your opponent to push and pull you and then easily execute 'Hikkoshi'.

Set up your opponent to step to the side and you will end up in 'Ude-Makikomi' and effortlessly finish him with an armlock.

The necessary attitude needed to properly learn Kabuto-Gaishi or Helmet Turning. Hint: The Kabuto helmet was worn by the ancient Samurai in battle. It was so heavy it required two arms to remove it from the head.

'Oenage' will allow you to toss an opponent completely head over heels and the defense will allow you fall into a sweet submission.

Learn how the Japanese initiate proper use of the hips in 'Ogoshi'.

Arm toss a guy into next week with 'Ude-Nage' and learn how to defend it with a stomach squeezing submission.

Ever have a guy rush you and not know what to do? Not anymore! Shovel him over with 'Sukui'.

Easily toss a guy with 'Koshi-Guruma' the Haunch Wheel.

The hand turning technique of 'Kote-Gaishi' will cause immense pain as your attacker falls to the floor because of lack of equilibrium.

The 'Ke-Kaishi' set up disturbs your opponents balance and allows you to finish with an armbar.

Volume 2 contains a total of 25 lessons with 85 illustrated photos!

Volume 3: Intermediate

Take your opponents arm with Katate-Dori and toss him effortlessly.

Hikkoshi-Keage teaches you to go from a Guilotine to a perfect throw. Also, if you've ever been caught in a standing Guillotine choke youll learn how to execute a reverse hip throw guaranteed to get you out fast.

Koshi-Barai and how to finish with a neck wringing submission.

How to beat your opponent with Hogure.

The Scarf wringing technique of Iri-Jimi finishes with a headlong toss.

Kake-Ai "Meeting-by-Hanging".

Oe-Kake will show you how to create openings and throws by pursuing your opponents with leveraged pushing and pulling techniques.

Your attacker will create the opening you need to toss him with Miawase-Dori.

Kusazuri-Biki takes its name from the portion of armor worn on the arm by Japanese knights. This corresponds to the sleeve of the Gi and how to take advantage when your opponents grabs you there.

Learn how to win by rounding with Mawari-Gachi.

Shoulder drop a guy with Kata-Otoshi. (NOTE: This throw will be your submission!)

Learn the Yabe Jiu-Jitsu Seoe-Nage variation that will force your opponent off his feet.

This book finishes with Breaking of the Plum Branch. Hint: A rarely seen throw that allows you to finish with a foot lock.

Volume 3 contains a total of 25 lessons with 91 Illustrated photos!

Volume 4: Advanced

Learn to acquire great strength by using the Wind in the Pines techniques. When done correctly your opponent falls like a tree!

Inflict severe pain using the advanced Kote Gaishi hand turning technique.

The elusive Shoulder Wheel drill.

Ushiro Zime allows you to defend and easily escape the back choke.

Warning: Learn a back-snapping technique to be used for extreme self-defense purposes only!

Neko-Nage The Throwing Cat will teach you how to position and use your knee to throw your opponent.

Learn 2 precise submissions from Ude No Ma.

Wrist lock and throw a man by catching him by surprise.

Learn how to apply a full and half nelson Yabe Jiu-Jitsu style.

In Ude Barai you learn Sweeping of the Arms which shows you a unique defense against a punch.

Apply an arm bar and chin hold with Taka-Te-Dori.

Volume 4 contains a total of 19 lessons with 65 illustrated photos!

Volume 5: Higher Course

The Goblins Grip is one of the most interesting techniques you'll learn. This was used primarily by the police and detectives in the early 1900's.

How and why the Japanese relied on "Vital Touches"

Tsukuri will help you create an opening to set up for a throw every time.

Learn to execute a side leg sweep with Ushiro-Daoshi. Also learn a half-nelson variation that will take your opponent immediately to the ground.

Learn to apply the Tachi defense when someone attacks you with a stick or club.

Have you ever gone against someone with super strength? Once you learn Sutemi you need not fear defeat from a more powerful adversary. (I love this move!)

Submit your opponent from the standing position with Ude-Hishigi. This move is so simple it starts with a simple wrist grab.

Why a simple headbutt may be your best defense from a front scarf hold. Youll also learn a double arm wrap to avoid this attack on you.

Learn how to use your knees and elbows especially when your opponent gets good wrist control on you.

Throw a guy completely over your back once you have 2 on 1 arm control.

The Tsukikage - "Vital Touch"--old school but still effective if delivered properly.

The side head and arm choke teaches you how to take a guy down, get his back and choke him out.

The Korobi drill will show you how to land safely in case your opponent takes you to the ground.

A super quick kill that allows you to take a guys back and collar choke him from the feet or from a ground position.

If your adversary draws a weapon against you learn why its vital for you to take the initiative rather than wait for you opponent to make the first move. Tai-To teaches you this plus 3 exclusive weapon defenses.

Learn why Akenoma"Thumb on the Throat" technique is vital for you to use against multiple attackers.

An explanation of "Vital Touches" and how to avoid them. Plus 3 of the most effective ones for you to use.

Learn the Katsu Vivification technique in case an opponent or attacker passes out on you.

Plus 2 Charts which include the vital points on them.

Volume 5 contains a total of 29 lessons with 98 illustrated photos!

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Over 100 Years Old...

It's been over 100 years since these books have been released. These ORIGINAL 1904 techniques would be a great learning tool to help advance your level of self defense and martial art skill. Plus, my training DVD's dive right into the details of every Yabe move contained in the manuals along with clear explanations and several variations on how to use the techniques.

5 More Crazy Quotes From Master Yabe

"After being jealously guarded as a national secret for over 2,000 years, a fully exposition of the art of Jiu Jitsu--the most wonderful and mysterious physical science in the whole world--will be given to the American public."

"A knowledge of its self preserving principles makes the timid man bold, courageous and self-reliant."

"There are over 100 methods of weaponless warfare known to the art, any one which will enable a mna of average strength to dispose of the most formidable antagonist with an ease and rapidity which is astonishing."

"Once you are skilled in the art of Yabe Jiu-Jitsu and you apply one its "holds" it will become utterly useless for your opponent to offer resistance. It makes no difference how unequally matched in size or strength your opponent may be, a knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu will enable a child of fourteen years to overcome and render powerless a man three times his size and strength."

"If you desire to learn all the closely guarded secrets of this marvelous science which for centuries past have been locked in secrecy and almost lost forever; if you want to know how to defend yourself against any form of vicious attack and render helpless your assailant, I would invite you to order this course today!"

A Very Special Limited Time Offer

This 5 volume course took me almost 2 years to find plus the countless long hours it took me to properly preserve and reformat the original documents. Then, it literally took hundreds of hours and studying, filming, editing and duplicating to finally come up with the Yabe Jiu Jitsu DVD Home Study Course.

However, I realize that if I didn't put something like this together, many otherwise sincere martial artists would not have access to this time-capsuled training information.

So, if you want to take advantage of this true martial art treasure be sure to place your order today.

Remember...The Yabe School of Jiu Jitsu Mail Order Course contains the 5 Manuals ...PLUS... The 5 Yabe Jiu Jitsu Instrucational DVD's...as well as the Free Bonus Booklet that you can read about at the end of this letter.

It contains a total of 125 Jiu-Jitsu Lessons with over 330 fully illustrated photos!

The DVD's contains detailed instruction with an easy to follow, understandable format.

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FREE BONUS Booklet

When you ORDER you will also receive Master Yabe's booklet entitled: 'The Yabe School of Jiu Jitsu Exposition of the Japanese National System of Physical Training and Self Defense.'

This is a 32-page booklet and another RARE gem from the Yabe Jiu Jitsu archives.

Here is a brief look into what this booklet contains:

The evolution of Jiu Jitsu
The Japanese enviable strength
What Jiu Jitsu is and means
The 'Come Along'
Jiu Jitsu v. Boxing
What Jiu Jitsu will do for you
How Jiu Jitsu is a blessing to women
An overview of the whole Yabe Jiu Jitsu 5 Volume Mail Order Course
An interesting article entitled, "How a Knowledge of Jiu Jitsu Saved Sherlock Holmes' Life"
How Jiu Jitsu is practiced
President Roosevelt's endorsement of Jiu Jitsu
The Yabe School of Jiu Jitsu Guarantee

So I urge you not to miss out on this excellent opportunity to own the complete Yabe Jiu Jitsu collection of techniques!

Place Your Order Today For The Complete Yabe Jiu Jitsu Course!

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Yours in the Martial Arts,

Jim Fortunato

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