Judo

Calligraphy, classical texts, and education — Daito ryu is probably the most emulated and appropriated martial arts tradition. Ironically, as popular as the brand is — and yes, it is unfortunately often merely treated as such — the tradition’s culture and history remain poorly studied and researched. This is certainly no small task, and to some…

Education, philosophy, and interpretation — In part 1, we’ve chased the origins of the text seen in the above calligraphy, and its ties to Japan’s history. Let’s now have a look at whether we can connect this origin to Tokimune sensei more…

Inaccuracies, intents, and rigor — Special thanks to Christopher Li (Aikido Sangenkai) and Lance Gatling (Kano Chronicles), who independently reported the inaccuracy highlighted in this article. I find it a little bit unlikely that the universe is just exactly what I have learned. Edward Frenkel It’s been a while. Readers of this publication probably noticed…

C.A.T.S. PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM — As a martial arts coach and educator, I teach self-defense seminars from time to time. While I enjoy the opportunity, I also prefer calling it a “personal safety” seminar instead of a “self-defense” seminar. I can hear detractors screaming, “semantics!” However, there is a reason for the terminology. As I…

Many people think that the strength of athletes lies only in muscle mass or body posture. While both are true, they are not the main factors. In addition to these two factors, the strength of athletes also lies in their mental strength. The soul is the initial fuel that determines…

Jigoro Kano had an idea that judo in the west would empower men and women to do something with their life overall judo is good for the western martial artist since it’s techniques have been proven valid in MMA for some reason Western men favor throwing and grappling over punching…

There is an idea in kodokan judo that brings together young old weak strong high low and everything in between and that is conditioning every athlete needs to be conditioned and in respects to judo the best conditioning is bodyweight calisthenics yoga poses and walking when one knows all the…

Limitations are not barriers to achieving success. Proof of this is that athletes with disabilities can also strive for excellence. With the spirit, perseverance, and commitment to never give up, three Indonesian athletes with disabilities have made their way to various prestigious sports competitions. …

Sokaku sensei, the Noguchi brothers, and Sato Kanmi I posted copies of a few pages of this jujutsu manual over a year ago on Instagram, after stumbling upon them through research. daito-ryu.blog on Instagram: "The last two techniques listed in the Ouhi Jujutsu Kyokushi… 53 Likes, 0 Comments - daito-ryu.blog (@daitoryu.blog) on Instagram: "The last two techniques listed in the Ouhi…www.instagram.com