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General

What is the Jiu-Jitsu Manual?

A system for learning grappling by understanding the big picture first. It comes in three forms: the bestselling book Modern Submission Grappling: A No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Manual (published by Jocko Publishing), the No-Gi Video Manual and the Gi Video Manual. Everything is created by Miha Perhavec, a judo and jiu-jitsu black belt.

Who are the Manuals for? Do I need to already train?

Beginners get the foundations laid out with clear guidance on what to learn first. Intermediate grapplers find the details that make the basics work and answers to their biggest weaknesses. Advanced grapplers and instructors use the structure to shape their curriculum. Even people who don't train will come away understanding what submission grappling is about.

What is the difference between the Gi and No-Gi Manuals?

Each course covers its ruleset completely: 9 chapters, 45+ video modules, 100+ techniques and 10 mind maps. The No-Gi Manual covers modern submission grappling, including leglocks. The Gi Manual covers the Gi game with its grips, guards and progressions. If you train both, the bundle gets you both for less than the price of two.

Did Jocko Willink write the book?

No. Jocko wrote the foreword and published the book through Jocko Publishing. He is Miha's training partner and a fellow black belt. Miha Perhavec is the author.

Video Courses

What exactly do I get with a Video Manual course?

Each course includes 9 chapters with 45+ video modules covering 100+ techniques, 10 printable mind maps and bonus content. The bundle includes both courses plus bonuses such as extra judo courses, a flowchart package, another of Miha's books, a discussion group and the progress tracking app.

Is access really lifetime?

Yes. You pay once and keep access forever, including all future updates to the course.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes, a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you watch the videos and don't find them valuable, email Miha and you get a full refund. In 2025, only 4 out of 1,000 customers asked for one.

Can I preview the course before buying?

Yes. Each product page (No-Gi, Gi) has a video where Miha shows you exactly what the course looks like from the inside.

Is there an app?

Yes. The courses come with a companion app for iOS and Android that tracks your progress and syncs with the website. Download links are on the app page.

The Book

Where can I buy the book? Is it available internationally?

In the US, on Amazon. It is also sold on 12 international Amazon stores; find your country on the book page.

Is there a Kindle / digital version?

Yes, a Kindle version is available on Amazon alongside the paperback.

Are there pictures in the book or just text?

Thousands of photos were taken for the book, and hundreds were selected for the technique sequences. Every technique is also backed by a free video demonstration. Get a free chapter to see exactly how it looks.

Are the videos that come with the book free?

Yes. About an hour of free technique demonstrations covers every technique in the book. The full No-Gi Video Manual (10 hours with detailed explanations) is a separate paid course.

Can I buy copies in bulk for my academy or organization?

Yes. Email info@jockopublishing.com and the Jocko Publishing team will set you up with a bulk deal.

Account & Login

How do I log in?
  1. Click Log in at the top of the site.
  2. Enter the same email you used at checkout.
  3. Type in the code we send to your inbox.

You can also sign in with Shop. Haven't got access to the free demonstrations yet? Follow the steps on the videos page.

Do I need a password?

No. There are no passwords on the site anymore. Every time you log in, we email you a one-time code.

I'm not getting the login code. What do I do?

Check your spam and promotions folders, and make sure you entered the same email you used at checkout. Still nothing? Contact support and Miha will sort it out.

I logged in but can't see my course.

You are most likely logged in with a different email than the one you checked out with. Log out and log back in with the email from your order confirmation. If that doesn't fix it, get in touch.

I need help with something else.

Email miha@nogimanual.com and you'll get a reply from Miha himself, not a support bot.

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