Japanese Jiu-jitsu: Secret Techniques of Self-Defense addresses and demonstrates the full range of Kaisho Goshin Budo Taiho Jitsu Ryu (Tokyo police self-defense). Learn specific techniques such as: The use of hands Throwing an opponent Attacking vital points with strikes and kicks The use of weapons (like the staff). Judo / Jiu-Jitsu Terminology A Abara - Ribs. Age Uke (揚げ受け ) - Rising block Ago (顎 ) - Jaw. Ani-deshi (兄弟子 ) - Senior student in the dojo (Lit: Big brother student) Ashi-Foot, leg. Ashi gyaku - Ankle. Ashi waza (足技・業 ) - Foot and leg techniques. Atama (頭 ) - Head. Atemi (当身 ) - Striking, Strike to a vital area.
The Jiu-Jitsu Vocabulary. The Jiu-Jitsu vocabulary is a very interesting thing when you come to think of it. First of all, you got the crazy blend of words that we use to explain things. For example, say you do an Uchi Mata and go for back control to finish with a Mata Leao. Japanese, English, and Portuguese terms in one sentence. Darrell Craig, author of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu: Secret Techniques of Self-Defense, uses Webster’s to define JJJ as “The Japanese art of defending oneself by grasping or striking an opponent so that his own strength and weight are used against him.” He also cites one of his teachers. Japanese Jiu-jitsu: Secret Techniques of Self-Defense. Darrell Max Craig. 4.2 out of 5 stars.
With extensive, step-by-step photographs and instructions, this jiu-jitsu guide is an effective tool for mastering this ancient martial art. The original Japanese martial art developed by the elite samurai class during Japan's feudal era, Jiu-jitsu is the forerunner of Judo and the precursor of today's ultimate fighting styles, such as mixed martial arts (MMA). For centuries, this method of unarmed self-defense proved so successful in combat that it was kept secret and taught only to a select few. Based on the author's study with instructors at the Tokyo police academy, this martial arts book presents all the traditional techniques of Jujitsu, also known as Jiu-jitsu. These techniques teach you valuable restraining methods that force your opponent to submit without abuse by using pressure points. It shows you tips for search and seizure, and the almost extinct art of Hojojutsu—how to tie people up without using any knots. Japanese Jiu-jitsu: Secret Techniques of Self-Defense addresses and demonstrates the full range of Kaisho Goshin Budo Taiho Jitsu Ryu (Tokyo police self-defense). Learn specific techniques such as: The use of hands Throwing an opponent Attacking vital points with strikes and kicks The use of weapons (like the staff). This fascinating Jiujitsu book, designed as a training manual, also serves as a remarkable illustrated guide to the secret art of Japanese samurai self-defense.