A low-cost no-gi sampler of Ishii's key throws and ties.
The Bottom Line
You get a fast tour of no-gi judo entries that map to BJJ ties and finishes. It includes simple pins and a few chokes. You will not get the New Wave-level structure or modern production.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Budget-minded starters
Skip if: You want depth
Tech focus: Underhook, Russian Tie, Osoto Gari, Ouchi Gari, Uchi Mata, North South Choke
Biggest takeaway: Affordable way to start.
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What You'll Learn
Ishii's budget-friendly two-parter covers underhooks, Russian ties, osoto/ouchi chains, and basic ground follow-ups for no-gi. It is older but remains a useful starter if you want a sampler without breaking the bank.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Underhook Entries
- Russian Tie Entries
- Osoto Gari
- Ouchi Gari
- Uchi Mata
- Single Leg Defense
- North South Choke
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection
- Skill level: Beginner
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 27 minutes
- Volumes: 2
- Released: 2019
Should You Buy It?
Buy it now. I would start here if you just want no-gi throw basics on a budget.
Why Satoshi Ishii?
Olympic champ and BJJ black belt, Ishii adapts classic judo to no-gi ties. Though older, this set shows his early nogi translations and straightforward finishing ideas.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Good value for core no-gi throws.
- Nice mix of takedowns and simple pins/chokes.
- Practical underhook and Russian tie pathways.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Production is dated versus newer releases.
- Less cohesive than New Wave Judo.
- Light on stance theory and ground detail.
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Smart Alternatives
- New Wave Judo – More cohesive no-gi system. (Price: $127.00, 4 vols, 2022)
- Standing To Ground by John Danaher – Deeper stance and hand-fighting pedagogy.
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View No Gi Judo For Grapplers on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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