History of Ju Jitsu

Ju-Jitsu was originally a Japanese Martial Art that began with the training of the Samurai Warriors to defend themselves on the battlefields of feudal Japan. Using the sword (Katana) and other weapons, on foot and on horseback dressed in full armour made from bamboo, the Samurai went to war. The Art of Ju Jitsu was taught separately, and was to be used if the Samurai was unhorsed, and had lost his weapons. Unarmed, the Samurai would still be in a position to defend himself against both armed, or unarmed enemy. The aim was the same as with unarmed combat skills today; maim, incapacitate or kill the attacker and escape to fight again.

Ju-Jitsu today is based on unarmed self-defence. The Art of using the traditional Japanese weapons is still practiced today, and is still considered to be beneficial to the skills base of the Ju Jitsu exponent. However, Ju-Jitsu is geared more towards the street situations in the local towns and cites of today's world.

Situations that might be met on the violent streets of today might include; muggers, robbers, rapists, or simply thugs who consider perpetrating violence upon others as fun! Ju-Jitsu shows you how to use your body to defend yourself against attackers, with minimal effort and maximum effect. Strength need not be the prime consideration, as utilising locking techniques and knowing where and how to strike, will enable the student to act, and win. The self confidence that comes with being ready, willing and able to protect yourself, becomes self evident to others, and the attacker is likely to seek out an easier target.