Game of the Gods
The Historical Odyssey of Greek Martial Arts
Jim Arvanitis
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Explains how the cornerstone of the earliest Olympic Games directly influenced the modern techniques of today's fiercest mixed-martial arts fighters. Topics include submissions and counters, grappling escapes, sweeps and reversals, takedowns and takedown defense, ground-and-pound techniques, and knees, as well as the myths and traditions of the Hellenic combat arts.
Contributor Bio
Jim Arvanitis
is internationally known as the father of modern pankration and has received awards and been honored by the Greater Boston Hellenic Cultural Society, the New Hampshire Athletic Hall of Fame, the World Martial Arts Alliance, and the World Head of Family Sokeship Council.
