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Ju-Jitsu Philosophy
There are many different
claims as to the origin of Ju-Jitsu, and although it is not completely
known whether it originated in China or Japan, there are very early
references of open hand and throwing techniques dating back to 23BC.
Ju-Jitsu was first properly practised as an art in the 15th century by
Japanese Samurai, and later the Ninja, using the philosophy of beating
an opponent via any means necessary while using as little force as
possibe. Traditional Ju-Jitsu contains many dangerous and fatal
techniques that were used by the 15th century Japanese warriors to
annihilate their enemies.
The Clubs Philosophy
Essex Freestyle Combat Ju-Jitsu
takes a more modern approach to training. With self defence becoming
more and more important nowadays, focus is not only put on beating an
opponent, but also defending their attacks, using either restraints,
counter attacks or pre-empetive strikes. Although the clubs philosphy
has changed to adapt to the modern day, the ancient codes of discipline
that stress the importance of loyalty, duty, obedience, honour and
respect are still present in the dojo, as is the importance of physical
training and fitness.
Training Methods
Nowadays, with the rise of
mixed martial arts, more and more martial artists are cross training in
multiple martial arts styles in order to effectively compete as a
fighter. Our club approaches this with a freestyle fighting system,
which includes stand up fighting (Boxing, Muay Thai), throws,
grappling, submissions, joint locks and striking from the ground.
Typically a training session would include the following.
- Warm up (Get the hearth pumping and stretch the muscles)
- Fitness training
- Pad Work (Punches, kicks, elbows, knees)
- Sparring (free sparring and combination drills)
- Takedowns
- Ground grappling (free sparring, position and submission drills)
- Escapes (Both standing and on the ground)
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