Darrell Max Craig received his initiation into the
martial arts in 1956 while stationed in Japan. In 1968, he became
the Texas Open Karate Champion. The same year he was ranked 4th in
the US in Okinawan weapons. In 1971, he started studying the art of
Kendo and participated in five World Kendo Championships. In 1985
he was a member of the US World team in Paris, France. He has
choreographed martial arts scenes for a number of feature films and
is the author of 7 books, including IAI: The Art of Drawing the
Sword. He has been involved with numerous S.W.A.T. teams both
federal and state as their self-defense mentor. He holds the
following ranks in budo:
7th Dan Kyoshi, Shihan Kendo & Junse Jujitsu
6th Dan Kyoshi Karate & Iaido, Mugai Ryu
5th Dan Kyoshi Kobudo, Seishin Kai (Okinawan weaponry)
4th Dan Kodokan Judo & Japanese Police Aikido
Sensei Craig lives in Houston, Texas where he established the
Houston Budokan, Inc. (www.houstonbudo.com) as a center for the
study of Japanese martial arts. He retired from competition in 1986
but continues to coach and teach at his dojo.
"Yet another doctrine exhibiting Craig Sensei's aptitude toward
Martial Arts. His ability to convey its intricate teachings
seamlessly to all is what truly earns him the title of Advanced
Master Teacher." --Freddie Castillo II, U.S.A.N.K.F National
Champion
"This book is yet another example of Darrell Craig's depth of
knowledge in many disciplines of the martial arts of Japan. His
combination of technical instruction and historical perspective
guarantees the reader a richer appreciation of the art of
Jiu-Jitsu." --Steven Tiller, Veteran Federal Law Enforcement
Officer and Martial Arts Practitioner
"I greatly enjoyed this book as it provided me with a greater
understanding of the ancient art of Jiu-Jitsu and serves to explain
the method behind the movements. I would recommend this book to
both experienced students and those beginning martial arts. "--Eric
Kurzyniec, Airborne Ranger, Combat Veteran, United States Army
(retired)
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