Arizona State University

Ju-Jitsu Club

Information on Aiki Ju-Jitsu

Ju-Jitsu was the unarmed combat system used by the samurai in feudal Japan. Different parts of Japan practiced different systems, and a variety of styles developed.  In addition, many notable Ju-Jitsu practitioners went on to develop and found their own arts. Fundamentally, Karate, Judo, Aikido, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are all developed specializations of Ju-Jitsu. Kano Jigoro (the founder of Judo) and Morihei Ueshiba (the founder of Aikido) both studied Ju-Jitsu before founding their own arts. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was founded by the Gracie brothers, who learned from Mitsuyo Maeda, who was a student of Kano Jigoro.  Karate is a more distant cousin, as it was primarily developed in Okinawa and has a more pronounced Chinese influence.

The particular style of Aiki Ju-Jitsu practiced by the Ju-Jitsu club is similar to a small circle Ju-Jitsu, with elements of Shotokan Karate.  It involves striking, kicks, break falls, joint locks, takedowns, restraints, throws, kata (forms), grappling and some ground work.  We also teach jo staff and board breaking to more experienced students.  In addition to the techniques, students find they learn self-discipline, dexterity, control, leadership and they become more physically fit in the process.

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