Welcome to the Budoshin Ju-Jitsu Yudanshakai website. The BJJY is dedicated towards furthering the art of Ju-jitsu within a traditional
framework using modern technology.
Budoshin Ju-Jitsu is a traditional form of the art, based upon the
teachings of Jack Seki and a lineage tracing back though Ibaragi
Toshifusa [1597-1677] founder of Kito-Ryu Ju-jitsu, and Takagi Orieman
Shigenbudo [1615-1711] founder of Yoshin Ryu Ju-Jitsu. Within this
traditional approach, the strong emphasis on self-defense, efficient and
smooth movement, and an inherent philosophy of honor, respect,
self-control and non-violence, have made Budoshin Ju-Jitsu an extremely
effective martial art even in today’s world. Experienced practitioners
of Budoshin Ju-Jitsu have the ability to subtly thwart an attack with
minimal effort, create varying levels of pain to subdue and control an
assailant with little or no injury, or severely injure and incapacitate
a violent attacker if necessary – all within a few seconds. Ju-Jitsu is
the parent art of most of today’s martial arts and trends. Ju-Jitsu is
used by military, law-enforcement and protective-service agencies
throughout the world. If it wasn’t such an effective form of
self-defense it wouldn’t have survived through the ages.
Budoshin Ju-Jitsu is designed to help you learn the art of traditional
ju-jitsu and an effective personalized self-defense system in the most
efficient manner possible. Admittedly the best situation would be for
you to learn Budoshin Ju-Jitsu in a dojo with a qualified sensei.
However, that’s an ideal situation. The reality is that there are many
people like you who would like to learn and master traditional Ju-Jitsu,
but can’t find a dojo. Up until the mid 1990’s you were just out of
luck. You could get some books on ju-jitsu [preferably mine], but beyond
that you were left to your own devices.
Starting in the 1990’s three things happened that
changed the “traditional” manner in which ju-jitsu was taught. First, Panther Productions released my
8-tape series [now on DVD] which took students step by step from white
belt all the way up officially to shodan [and nidan if you use the DVDs
wisely]. This video production made it possible for individuals to learn
the physical aspects of the art in the convenience of their homes – or
even in a non-ju-jitsu dojo. This was a major technological breakthrough
that made a top-quality video program available for everyone who wanted
to learn Budoshin Ju-Jitsu.
The second major element was the growth of the internet as a medium of
communication and changes in video and audio technology. The growth of
the internet made this website possible. The
internet has made worldwide instantaneous communication possible between
you and me. This website has made it possible to present a great deal of
up-to-date information readily available to the serious student of the
art. The advent of digital video and audio recording devices has made
long-distance testing and evaluation a tangible reality. Video
recordings [based upon testing formats in the Student and Black Belt
Handbooks] can be easily and inexpensively sent to me for evaluation.
Digital audio evaluations [followed by written evaluations for higher
ranks] can immediately be sent to you via the internet for almost
immediate feedback.
The
third major element has been the cross-referencing of techniques from my
videos, my “Ohara” books, the “big book” and the techniques listed in
the Student and Black Belt Handbooks. Students, whether they are in my
dojo or in some distance location, now have multiple references for
techniques. All the mediums of learning are cross-referenced for ease of
learning. There is no more guessing about what sensei is looking for on
a performance exam.
All of this combines to create a unique and highly efficient
instructional program designed to help you learn Budoshin Ju-Jitsu
regardless of where you are geographically. Modern technology has been
integrated into making a traditional martial art easily available for
you to learn and master. All you need is a workout partner and safe mats
to practice on. The rest is up to you. The Budoshin Ju-Jitsu program
presented on this website is a totally upfront and open system. There
are no secrets and no surprises. In Budoshin Ju-Jitsu, whether it be in
my dojo or on your own, you will always know where you are, where you’re
going, and what you’ll have to do to get there. This openness and
professionalism breeds success.
You
want a black belt in Budoshin Ju-Jitsu? You can do it. If you’re willing
to make the commitment the support is there for you to succeed and it’s
all up front. My goal is to help you meet your goal: earning your black
belt in Budoshin Ju-Jitsu!
Please visit the rest of this website. The menu is to the left and at
the bottom of this page. You can start with any topic. I think you’ll
find it informative and useful. If you have any questions please feel
free to contact me by e-mail. Just click here to start your e-mail
communication.
Begin your journey towards becoming a Black Belt in Budoshin Ju-Jitsu.
I’m here to help you. You can do it!
