Martial Arts - Dim-Mak/Kyusho-Jitsu: Books, Videos

This sequel toDim-Mak: Death-Point Striking reveals more about training, points, revival and healing. Learn street survival techniques, including knife defense, using simple dim-mak methods, plus knockout and controlling points for law enforcement and dim-mak points for children. For information purposes only.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$35.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-779-3 328 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos

The martial arts world is rife with tales of ancient masters who could cause instant or delayed death or illness by attacking secret points on the human body. But to the Western mind, the concept of striking acupuncture points to disrupt the internal energy, or chi, seems like hocus-pocus. Thus, many serious martial artists dismiss the ancient art of dim-mak (also known as kyusho jitsu), which is literally translated as "death touch," as nothing more than fiction. However, if one can accept the idea that a dim-mak point is an avenue for attacking the nervous system, then it becomes easier to understand how striking specific points or groups of points can devastate the organs and the cardiovascular system.

In this book, Dr. Michael Kelly explains dim-mak's effects based on medical science. In layman's terms, Dr. Kelly reveals the physiological basis for what is clearly a very real and dangerous method of fighting. In the process of unraveling the mystery of this legendary art, Dr. Kelly makes the true genius of its founders brutally, and painfully, apparent.

As an osteopathic physician and a former state police officer, Dr. Michael Kelly has had multiple opportunities to test his martial art skills and his knowledge of dim-mak. Dr. Kelly has trained in Okinawan shorin-ryu karate for more than 15 years and is a second-degree black belt. He has been investigating the effects of dim-mak on the body as well as the pressure point attacks hidden within the traditional forms for the past 10 years and has published numerous articles on the medical aspects of dim-mak.
$20.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-281-4 184 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.

Revealed in this book for the first time are the long-held secrets of dim-mak: a system of deadly strikes to vital acupuncture points at the root of t'ai chi ch'uan. Learn the martial and healing applications of the most dangerous points, plus set-up points, multiple-point strikes and neurological shutdown points. For information purposes only.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$25.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-718-2 240 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.

In this book, Master Erle Montaigue offers students quick, concise training in the 12 most deadly forms of dim-mak, based on the powerful points along the acupuncture meridians. Also learn to respond to attacks with 12 corresponding free-sparring techniques, or san sau. For academic study only.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$25.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-826-4 224 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.

Kata Bunkai
Secrets of Vital Point Striking
with Renshi Cardo Urso

Learn the combat applications of karate the way they were meant to be taught. Renshi Cardo Urso, holder of multiple black belts and a senior close-combat instructor, unlocks the combat secrets of karate's traditional forms and teaches you how vital-point striking can be used to stun, cripple or kill an attacker in a matter of seconds.

Cardo Urso holds numerous black belts in the Okinawan and Japanese fighting arts and is a senior instructor for U.S. military close-combat trainers. He is also a recognized expert in kyusho jutsu, the Okinawan form of dim-mak (vital-point striking) and a leading exponent of Matsukazi-ryu jujitsu, a comprehensive fighting art that integrates all aspects of throwing, grappling and vital-point striking.
$19.95
DVD-R 805966 054230 75 minutes

Vince Morris has spent decades analyzing karate kata (forms) and cross-referencing their movements with his extensive knowledge of kyusho-jitsu (pressure-point striking - the Japanese/Okinawan equivalent of dim mak). The result is Kissaki-Kai, a branch of karate dedicated exclusively to the real combat application of traditional karate technique. In this explosive video, Morris reveals the secrets of karate's real fighting technique and demonstrates its effectiveness through graphic, full-power striking demonstrations. For information purposes only.

Vince Morris is a world-renowned expert in kyusho-jitsu (the Okinawan/Japanese version of dim-mak) and the founder of the Kissaki-Kai branch of karate. He also has years of experience adapting the most functional elements of his karate style to the needs of law enforcement officers and security personnel and has taught these specialized skills to government agencies all over the world.
$19.95
DVD-R 805966 049355 75 minutes

Kyusho jutsu is the art of attacking the body's vital points. Properly applied, even light blows can produce extreme pain and seemingly effortless knockouts. This dvd, shot during a live seminar, will teach you how to use this devastating fighting art against the most common street attacks and come out the winner every time.

Vince Morris is a world-renowned expert in kyusho-jitsu (the Okinawan/Japanese version of dim-mak) and the founder of the Kissaki-Kai branch of karate. He also has years of experience adapting the most functional elements of his karate style to the needs of law enforcement officers and security personnel and has taught these specialized skills to government agencies all over the world.
$29.95
DVD-R 805966 058030 150 minutes 2-Disc Set

Learn the original combat applications of karate's deadliest techniques. This tape teaches you the true meaning of traditional karate movements and how a single powerful strike to your attacker's most vital areas can break bones, maim and even kill. For academic study only.
$29.95
DVD-R 805966 055336 60 minutes

Dim-mak is one of the most feared fighting systems ever developed. Known as kyusho jitsu in the Okinawan and Japanese martial arts, this deadly method uses precise strikes and focused pressure to target the human body's vital points with devastating results. As a method of stand-up fighting, this art is brutally effective. When combined with practical groundfighting tactics, it is virtually unbeatable. In this one-of-a-kind video, kyusho jitsu and Matsukazi-ryu jujitsu expert Cardo Urso reveals the secrets of using vital-point striking to effortlessly counter and escape common submission holds, locks and chokes. He then teaches you how to supercharge your grappling skills by integrating kyusho jitsu with combat-proven jujitsu techniques. To be the ultimate martial artist, you need the ultimate martial art. You need Pressure Point Jujitsu. For information purposes only.

Cardo Urso holds numerous black belts in the Okinawan and Japanese fighting arts and is a senior instructor for U.S. military close-combat trainers. He is also a recognized expert in kyusho jutsu, the Okinawan form of dim-mak (vital-point striking) and a leading exponent of Matsukazi-ryu jujitsu, a comprehensive fighting art that integrates all aspects of throwing, grappling and vital-point striking.
$39.95
DVD-R 805966 001234 75 minutes

Erle Montaigue demonstrates actual knockouts on training partners to illustrate the power of dim-mak; locates dim-mak points on the body and shows the proper angle, direction and hand positioning for each strike; discusses how to summon up fajing (explosive animal power) and demonstrates the small san sao form, which encompasses the most deadly strikes in the dim-mak. For academic study only.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$29.95
DVD-R 805966 052434 94 minutes

Contrary to popular myth, the original purpose of dim-mak was not the training of assassins. It was an intensive study of the medical arts that incorporated the martial arts, and its ultimate goal was to heal, not to destroy. True to the intent of the ancient Chinese masters, here is an undiluted, holistic study of dim-mak as both a martial and a healing art. A modern supplement to the handful of classical texts in existence, it preserves the integrity of the traditional teachings while tearing down the walls of mystery and intrigue that surround the art. After providing a historical overview of dim-mak and Traditional Chinese Medicine, the book explores the physiological mechanism of dim-mak from Eastern and Western perspectives.

In addition, it offers a rare look at the fabled 36-Chamber training sequence traditionally used to teach dim-mak; in-depth analyses of each of the acupoints on the 12 main meridians, including their medicinal uses, martial applications and antidotes; and an introduction to the herbal pharmacology that was an integral part of traditional dim-mak training. Those seeking a balanced, professional perspective on dim-mak will find this insightful guide an indispensable resource. For academic study only.

A. Flane Walker is a traditional taoist martial artist, acupuncturist, herbalist and student of Asiduedro Adlawana, Walker Pinkett, and Mastuetsu Kushubi. He was the last of Master Kushubi's students to be taught the complete 36-Chamber training sequence. Among his other accomplishments, Mr. Walker has served as vice president of Tiger Yangs Moo Ye Do International, and taught at West Coast Hotokan headquarters, where he and the late Edwin Hamile "compared and exchanged concepts." Mr. Walker is now considered the Grand Master of the Won Hop Loong Chuan system of martial arts.

A martial artist and longtime student of A. Flane Walker, Richard C. Bauer is the author of numerous professional journal articles on military history and martial arts subjects. He is a highly decorated civilian contractor with the DOD, serving with distinction during the Persian Gulf War, Haiti, Somalia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.
$35.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-574-7 222 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

This companion to Encyclopedia of Dim-Mak: The Main Meridians covers the eight extraordinary meridians, the extra and new points and much more. Learn why the extra meridians and points are so significant in both the healing and martial aspects of the art.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$25.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-538-9 136 pages 8.5" x 11" photos, illust.

Combining Master Erle Montaigue's expertise with that of one of Australia's foremost acupuncturists, this remarkable work addresses the healing and martial sides of dim-mak under one cover for the first time ever. Every point on each of the 12 main energy meridians is examined in depth.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$50.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-537-2 430 pages 8.5" x 11" photos, illust.

Grappling is not superior, just different, says Erle Montaigue, a former pro wrestler himself. Here he takes you inside the mind of the grappler and reveals his strategy, thus taking away his edge. Learn to target the most vulnerable points and apply foolproof dim-mak sleeper holds to counter the moves grapplers will use in any no-holds-barred fight.

Erle Montaigue was the first Westerner to be granted the degree of "Master" in taijiquan and dim-mak. In 1995 Erle was invited to study with Liang Shih-kan, the leader and "keeper" of the now almost extinct forerunner to taijiquan, the Wutan Shan System of Boxing, thus becoming the only Westerner and one of a handful of people to be taught the nine qi-disruptive methods. He serves as head of the World Taiji Boxing Association (WTBA), which has schools in more than 30 countries. He is highly regarded internationally as one of the leading instructors of the internal martial arts, including taijiquan.
$35.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-878-3 256 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.