--- product_id: 15580515 title: "Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Handbook for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Students" price: "119.32 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/15580515-mastering-the-21-immutable-principles-of-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-ultimate store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Handbook for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Students **Price:** 119.32 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Handbook for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Students - **How much does it cost?** 119.32 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/15580515-mastering-the-21-immutable-principles-of-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-ultimate) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description "On 'Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu', Paulo Guillobel wears a hat of a scholar and proves that, in more than 26 years of practicing, he has not only trained, taught and competed at high level, but most important of all, has studied the art thoroughly. Every student, teacher and master will surely take advantage of the knowledge carefully organized in this book. This is by far the best Jiu-Jitsu book I ever read." -Luca Atalla, Vice President and Chief Editor of Gracie Magazine Until this book, there has never been a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu book that has comprehensively explained the most fundamental and unchangeable principles of this martial arts style. Paulo Guillobel’s Mastering the 21 Immutable Principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a one-of-a-kind book that goes deep into the foundation of the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques and strategies. With an understanding of the 21 principles revealed in this book, any BJJ student will be able to discover the invisible details behind any technique, and also understand why the techniques are being used. Review: A Must-Have Guide for Every BJJ Student—from White Belt to Black Belt - If you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of those books that immediately earns a permanent spot in your gym bag. Instead of focusing on isolated techniques that may come and go with trends, this book digs into the core principles that make all techniques work—leverage, timing, pressure, energy efficiency, connection, and more. What I loved most is how clearly the author breaks down each principle. The explanations are simple but never shallow—you get both the “why” and the “how,” along with examples that you can apply in rolling the same day. The writing feels like having a knowledgeable coach talk you through concepts you’ve been using without fully understanding. A few standout aspects: ✔️ Principle-Based Learning I found myself having multiple “aha!” moments, especially around posture, weight distribution, and transitions. Instead of memorizing 100 escapes, you actually start to understand why escapes work. ✔️ Great for All Levels As a mid-level student, I picked up tons of insights—but this is also perfect for beginners who want to build a strong conceptual foundation, and advanced students who want to refine their approach. ✔️ Practical, Actionable, and Well-Structured Each principle ends with takeaways and training tips you can immediately test during drills or sparring. It’s a book you’ll revisit often as your understanding deepens. ✔️ Clean Layout & Engaging Writing Clear, concise, and easy to follow. No fluff, just high-quality instruction. ⸻ If you’re serious about improving your BJJ, this book is an incredible investment in your development. It teaches you to think like an experienced practitioner and helps you see the art in a more holistic, intelligent way. One of the best BJJ conceptual guides I’ve read—highly recommended. Review: All in the FUNDAMENTALS my friends... - 5 out of 5 stars. And a must-read (and meditate on, and embody in practice!) for any white belt and probably all the other belts as well (if I were a black belt then I would love to make that bold statement). And folks, boy are we lucky to have access to the instruction of a multi-time World Gi and Pan American Champion in Paulo Guillobel. I have been BJJ training for about 6 months, so I am a white belt, a beginner. It is likely that many of you reading this are where I was several months ago - full of spirit and energy but totally inept and slightly confused (to probably say the least). I began by relying on brute strength and raw intensity. I learned that in order to move toward my goals, I need to silence my ego (to the furthest extent possible). Gotta learn to relax to truly give what I've got. I realized that whether I want to merely survive, learn or polish a new technique, or defeat my opponent, I need to relax - not loose and inert, but active, flowing, and powerful like the river. To calm down and silence the mind. Zen, if you will. The 21 Immutable Principles was both a catalyst and a seedbed for these important realizations. It really articulated what my professor and my high ranked fellow students were telling me, and what I knew deep down. This book will articulate what is implicitly, invisibly true to this art. Professor Paulo Guillobel makes the invisible visible. Sensei Guillobel does even more than the aforementioned, however. He demonstrates HOW to become an effective, skilled, and masterful artist of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If you want to master any art or sport, you had better build a solid foundation. What constitutes the foundation? FUNDAMENTALS. Those that without which, there could be no [desired result]. Whenever I am watching any pro sport, or especially MMA, BJJ, or Muay Thai/Kickboxing, I notice that the loss of position, points, match, game, or whatnot, is often due to a failure of the great athlete, if even momentarily, to exhibit the fundamentals. Sometimes, the loss is because one athlete or artist's super advanced game was just slightly better. Kudos to them! But ay, what a shame it must feel when the fighter/athlete/artist knows that they had a big hole in their game. Fundamental: serving as, or being an essential part of, a foundation or basis; basic; underlying:a basic principle, rule, law, or the like, that serves as the groundwork of a system; essential part. He could very well have titled this book as the fundamental (and immutable!) Principles of BJJ, but alas, the title would have probably gotten a little too long. This book will give you a comprehensive list, and then detailed explanations, with helpful analogies, to be able to build those fundamentals into your fundamental BJJ practice. (And I should mention all the clear, detailed, instructional videos exhibiting these fundamental principles!) I think that whether you want to become better at self defense or enjoy this as a hobby, or you want to become a highly accomplished BJJ competitor, you will get both more enjoyment and far more development if you adhere to and embody these fundamental principles. Before I move to my final thoughts, I want to deal briefly a couple fallacies that under-girded some of the less enthusiastic reviews or that some people might have. "There is nothing/there is little groundbreaking/new/original here." Well, I doubt that this is true, but I must say that that is at least irrelevant. Sensei Guillobel does a stellar job distilling all of these fundamental principles into one coherent, comprehensive, and fully explanatory book - and that is probably groundbreaking in itself. Also, this book is not designed to be an instructional on specific techniques, and it does not need to be. For that, there is Saulo Ribeiro's Jiu-Jitsu University. So lastly, how has this actually helped me? I began to focus on working on one or two principles per class, or several classes if needed, and then, right away, and even more now, higher ranked belts started telling me things like "nice defense," "great improvement" or "could have had me there if you just did this little thing." I started noticing substantive improvements, and I became less awkward and inept immediately. My defense is improving quickly, my hip movement has improved markedly, and I am moving with my opponent better. To be sure: I am still a white belt! But to be equally sure: I am a more competent white belt (and I am building my foundation to progress to the higher belts) as a direct result of beginning to embody and develop these FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES that Sensei Paulo Guillobel was so kind to share with us. Thank you, Sensei Guillobel. -Joe Farnish of Gracie 717. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #298,120 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #480 in Martial Arts (Books) #2,701 in Exercise & Fitness (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 931 Reviews | ## Images ![Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Handbook for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Students - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xEXr+0f8L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must-Have Guide for Every BJJ Student—from White Belt to Black Belt *by G***J on December 2, 2025* If you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mastering The 21 Immutable Principles Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of those books that immediately earns a permanent spot in your gym bag. Instead of focusing on isolated techniques that may come and go with trends, this book digs into the core principles that make all techniques work—leverage, timing, pressure, energy efficiency, connection, and more. What I loved most is how clearly the author breaks down each principle. The explanations are simple but never shallow—you get both the “why” and the “how,” along with examples that you can apply in rolling the same day. The writing feels like having a knowledgeable coach talk you through concepts you’ve been using without fully understanding. A few standout aspects: ✔️ Principle-Based Learning I found myself having multiple “aha!” moments, especially around posture, weight distribution, and transitions. Instead of memorizing 100 escapes, you actually start to understand why escapes work. ✔️ Great for All Levels As a mid-level student, I picked up tons of insights—but this is also perfect for beginners who want to build a strong conceptual foundation, and advanced students who want to refine their approach. ✔️ Practical, Actionable, and Well-Structured Each principle ends with takeaways and training tips you can immediately test during drills or sparring. It’s a book you’ll revisit often as your understanding deepens. ✔️ Clean Layout & Engaging Writing Clear, concise, and easy to follow. No fluff, just high-quality instruction. ⸻ If you’re serious about improving your BJJ, this book is an incredible investment in your development. It teaches you to think like an experienced practitioner and helps you see the art in a more holistic, intelligent way. One of the best BJJ conceptual guides I’ve read—highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All in the FUNDAMENTALS my friends... *by J***E on May 26, 2016* 5 out of 5 stars. And a must-read (and meditate on, and embody in practice!) for any white belt and probably all the other belts as well (if I were a black belt then I would love to make that bold statement). And folks, boy are we lucky to have access to the instruction of a multi-time World Gi and Pan American Champion in Paulo Guillobel. I have been BJJ training for about 6 months, so I am a white belt, a beginner. It is likely that many of you reading this are where I was several months ago - full of spirit and energy but totally inept and slightly confused (to probably say the least). I began by relying on brute strength and raw intensity. I learned that in order to move toward my goals, I need to silence my ego (to the furthest extent possible). Gotta learn to relax to truly give what I've got. I realized that whether I want to merely survive, learn or polish a new technique, or defeat my opponent, I need to relax - not loose and inert, but active, flowing, and powerful like the river. To calm down and silence the mind. Zen, if you will. The 21 Immutable Principles was both a catalyst and a seedbed for these important realizations. It really articulated what my professor and my high ranked fellow students were telling me, and what I knew deep down. This book will articulate what is implicitly, invisibly true to this art. Professor Paulo Guillobel makes the invisible visible. Sensei Guillobel does even more than the aforementioned, however. He demonstrates HOW to become an effective, skilled, and masterful artist of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If you want to master any art or sport, you had better build a solid foundation. What constitutes the foundation? FUNDAMENTALS. Those that without which, there could be no [desired result]. Whenever I am watching any pro sport, or especially MMA, BJJ, or Muay Thai/Kickboxing, I notice that the loss of position, points, match, game, or whatnot, is often due to a failure of the great athlete, if even momentarily, to exhibit the fundamentals. Sometimes, the loss is because one athlete or artist's super advanced game was just slightly better. Kudos to them! But ay, what a shame it must feel when the fighter/athlete/artist knows that they had a big hole in their game. Fundamental: serving as, or being an essential part of, a foundation or basis; basic; underlying:a basic principle, rule, law, or the like, that serves as the groundwork of a system; essential part. He could very well have titled this book as the fundamental (and immutable!) Principles of BJJ, but alas, the title would have probably gotten a little too long. This book will give you a comprehensive list, and then detailed explanations, with helpful analogies, to be able to build those fundamentals into your fundamental BJJ practice. (And I should mention all the clear, detailed, instructional videos exhibiting these fundamental principles!) I think that whether you want to become better at self defense or enjoy this as a hobby, or you want to become a highly accomplished BJJ competitor, you will get both more enjoyment and far more development if you adhere to and embody these fundamental principles. Before I move to my final thoughts, I want to deal briefly a couple fallacies that under-girded some of the less enthusiastic reviews or that some people might have. "There is nothing/there is little groundbreaking/new/original here." Well, I doubt that this is true, but I must say that that is at least irrelevant. Sensei Guillobel does a stellar job distilling all of these fundamental principles into one coherent, comprehensive, and fully explanatory book - and that is probably groundbreaking in itself. Also, this book is not designed to be an instructional on specific techniques, and it does not need to be. For that, there is Saulo Ribeiro's Jiu-Jitsu University. So lastly, how has this actually helped me? I began to focus on working on one or two principles per class, or several classes if needed, and then, right away, and even more now, higher ranked belts started telling me things like "nice defense," "great improvement" or "could have had me there if you just did this little thing." I started noticing substantive improvements, and I became less awkward and inept immediately. My defense is improving quickly, my hip movement has improved markedly, and I am moving with my opponent better. To be sure: I am still a white belt! But to be equally sure: I am a more competent white belt (and I am building my foundation to progress to the higher belts) as a direct result of beginning to embody and develop these FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES that Sensei Paulo Guillobel was so kind to share with us. Thank you, Sensei Guillobel. -Joe Farnish of Gracie 717. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great info, but a bit convoluted *by L***C on June 1, 2021* There is a lot of great info in this book, as a beginner practitioner i found it very helpful and was able to put some if it to good use. The video companions (info is in the book) is definitely worth reviewing after the reading. As for the reading itself, the information is good, but a little more round about than I would prefer, a lot of metaphors/stories that are lost on me. That being said, i whole heartedly recommend if your are into the sport. 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