JIU JITSU AT ICHIBAN
Traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu is a primarily a practical self-defence martial art that focuses on the use of locks, throws, strikes and holding techniques to deal with real-life situations. Originating from ancient Japanese techniques used by the Samurai when forced to fight without their weapons, Jiu Jitsu teaches you to overcome stronger, larger, more powerful opponents, even armed ones. It is a progressive martial art that offers a means of personal and physical development, as well as an effective system of self-defence. We teach the modern and unique Shorinji Kan system of Jiu Jitsu.
With over 3000 active members and several hundred instructors - including specialists in modern sport forms, traditional forms, weapons training, first Aid and Shiatsu, The Jiu Jitsu Foundation is the largest single-style Japanese Jiu Jitsu organisation in Britain.
JIU JITSU CLASSES
JUNIOR JIU JITSU
We offer jiu jitsu classes to children from age 4 years+.
Our junior jitsu classes focus on developing the important foundation blocks for further study of jiu jitsu.
Classes are fun, physical and help build confidence in young people.
Our junior classes are held on Wednesdays 17:15-18:30.
SENIOR JIU JITSU
Our adult Jiu Jitsu classes take place on Mondays 19:30-21:30 and Fridays 20:00-21:30.
Beginners are always welcome to these sessions, which are specifically non-intimidating and welcoming.
Regular training can help to improve strength, fitness, flexibility, co-ordination and posture.
Moreover, most people find over time that Jiu Jitsu improves their self-esteem and self-confidence.
ABOUT JAPANESE JIU JITSU
Jiu Jitsu, the gentle art, is a martial art based on using the opponent's physical strength and power against themselves meaning that it can be practised by people of all different shapes and sizes.
Judo has its origins in Jiu Jitsu and is known as the sport form of Japanese Jiu Jitsu which originated and developed in medieval Japan. The core of the art comprises a system of throws, joint locks and strikes.
Many of the techniques do not require much physical strength to be efficient. You can find more information on our Foundation's website about what Jiu Jitsu is (https://www.jitsufoundation.org/faqs/what-is-jiu-jitsu-2/) and about the Japanese Martial Arts in general (https://www.jitsufoundation.org/about/japanese-martial-arts/).