Jitsu is a movement based martial art involving the use of throwing, striking and locking techniques against armed and unarmed attackers. The emphasis is on using an opponent's movement and body weight to your advantage - allowing you to defend yourself, no matter how big or strong your attacker is. Jitsu is a martial art based on the traditional styles of Jiu Jitsu that originated and developed in medieval Japan. The core of the art comprises a system of throws, joint locks and strikes. Based on the principal of using an aggressor’s energy to their own disadvantage, Jitsu skills can be used by men, women and children to counter aggressive situations ranging from unwanted harassment to armed physical assault.
What will I learn?
When you start Jitsu, you will be taught simple techniques for dealing with attacks like punches to the face, strangles, wrist, hair and ear grabs. These simple techniques can be learned in one session, and are built on in further sessions when you will learn simple, yet effective throws, locks and strikes. Jitsu builds from simple techniques which can be applied to a variety of threatening situations. After a few sessions or so, you will start to deal with knife, broken bottle and cosh attacks, as well as kicks and punches. All the training is geared to your ability so you learn at your own pace.
What do I do now?
Perhaps you want to get fit or learn some self defence or maybe to meet new friends. Whichever, learning Jitsu is an excellent way to get in shape and have lots of fun doing it. If you are interested in taking up Jitsu, come along to one of our training sessions on Monday at 6.30pm or Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Woodcock Sports Hall. Even our instructors were novices once, and we understand that starting a martial art can be daunting. Our aim is to provide a friendly club environment where people can progress at their own pace. All of our instructors are trained in safe and effective instructorship, Sportscoach UK registered and are fully insured. Your first session will be free, so you can get a taste of Jitsu with no obligation. All you need to start is some loose clothing like a T-Shirt and loose fitting track suit bottoms.
*Persons under 18 years of age will need parental consent. Our junior sessions are on Saturday mornings.