Art of Jiu-Jitsu
What is Jiu-Jitsu?
Jiu-Jitsu is the oldest of the Japanese martial arts. It combines elements of karate, judo and aikido and has evolved into the most complete, modern form of self-defense. It incorporates punching, kicking, blocking, joint locks, throwing techniques, grappling and neck restraints. Even though designed primarily for self-defense, sparring and grappling are included in Jiu-Jitsu for competition for those who wish to do so.
The Canadian Jiu-Jitsu team, which includes instructors at this club, has won medals in six World Championships. The team is also in the Guinness Book of World Records for its accomplishments.
What are the benefits?
The benefits of learning Jiu-Jitsu are:
- learning the techniques from one of the oldest martial arts
- self-defense
- developing self-esteem
- confidence
- concentration
- overall fitness
Am I too young/old to start?
We teach children from age six and up, providing them with the basic ideas of the martial arts and basic street-proofing. Adult classes are for any age. You will learn the martial arts, learn how to defend yourself, get into shape and have fun.
Elements of Jiu-Jitsu
- Striking Techniques: Learning how to use your body to strike with accuracy, quickness and power.
- Joint Locks: Manipulating a joint beyond or against its natural range of movement.
- Pressure Point Techniques: Applying pressure to specific nerve points for pain compliance.
- Hand Techniques: Controlling techniques utilizing joints and pressure points.
- Sparring: Developing skills and reaction in preparation for competition fighting.
- Throws: Learning how to throw your opponent and how to be thrown.
- Grappling: Using Brazilian style Jiu-Jitsu; incorporating throws, hold downs, joint locks and submissions.
- Randori: Street self-defense in real life situations, including defense against weapons.
- Training Equipment: Increasing stability, power and endurance by learning proper use of equipment and how to make impact, using the heavy bag, focus pads and crazy bags.
- Kata: Choreographed steps that simulate fighting multiple opponents. - view Kata breakdown in step by step moves
- Bushido: Warrior Code of Ethical behaviour whose main principle was loyalty to his lord. Death in combat was the ultimate expression of this loyalty. Bushido provides the ethical background for today’s Martial Arts and Ways by teaching such virtues as discipline, honour, respect and humility.