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Aleem
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Hi everyone,
I am considering going to a university-based jiu-jitsu club where I study. However, despite my "research" I don't know what characteristics Japanese Jiu-jitsu has. Is there anything about it that is unique, or signature?
a) Is it a comprehensive art? What I mean by that is, is it an art that covers many of the ranges and methods of fighting e.g. grappling, striking etc. and where does its emphasis lay?
b) I generally feel that I'd have problems with learning on a technique-vs-technique basis and am hoping that Jitsu would provide me with some overlying principles. Is there a set of principles and philosophies which in essense, define the system?
Also, could you jiu-jitsu practitioners who might reply to this post, please let me know of your experiences with your jiu-jitsu? How effective as a self-defense/combat system have you found jiu-jitsu to be? Are there any weaknesses or holes in the system that you have come across? How long has it taken you to feel confident and proficient in dealing with random attacks?
I realise there are a lot of questions there and I haven't asked them all to be answered. I just thought I'd write them in to give you a jist of what sort of information I'm looking for regarding your views and experiences of JJJ.
Thanks for your time,
Aleem.
I am considering going to a university-based jiu-jitsu club where I study. However, despite my "research" I don't know what characteristics Japanese Jiu-jitsu has. Is there anything about it that is unique, or signature?
a) Is it a comprehensive art? What I mean by that is, is it an art that covers many of the ranges and methods of fighting e.g. grappling, striking etc. and where does its emphasis lay?
b) I generally feel that I'd have problems with learning on a technique-vs-technique basis and am hoping that Jitsu would provide me with some overlying principles. Is there a set of principles and philosophies which in essense, define the system?
Also, could you jiu-jitsu practitioners who might reply to this post, please let me know of your experiences with your jiu-jitsu? How effective as a self-defense/combat system have you found jiu-jitsu to be? Are there any weaknesses or holes in the system that you have come across? How long has it taken you to feel confident and proficient in dealing with random attacks?
I realise there are a lot of questions there and I haven't asked them all to be answered. I just thought I'd write them in to give you a jist of what sort of information I'm looking for regarding your views and experiences of JJJ.
Thanks for your time,
Aleem.