Tatsu Dojo Martial Arts And Fitness

Jujutsu translates to "The Art or Method of Suppleness." Modern jujutsu has a strong focus on competition and grappling.  This is primarily due to the fact that arts such as Brazilian Jujitsu are strongly influenced by judo.  But older styles of this art focused on close-quarter combat and self-defense.  This is the direction that we take here at Tatsu Dojo.

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Jujutsu, also spelled jujitsu, became popular in the 1860s when Japan's warrior class was dismantled and ex-combatants began to teach martial arts to the public.  Many schools and styles of jujutsu started to appear, along with increased violence, fighting and deaths.  Due to these instances along with the fear of the reemergence of the Samurai, the Japanese government initially outlawed all martial arts, giving way to the emergence of Budo, or the path to enlightenment through warrior training.  

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With the acceptance of budo as a way of life and societal pride and harmony, martial arts were transformed into acceptable forms of combat sports and pursuits, such as Judo, Kendo, Aikido and Karate-Do.  

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Our jujutsu curriculum includes including locks, pins, throws and ground fighting.   We also include many elements of Aikido, the "Way of Harmony," in our training.  These classes are meant to complement our karate classes, but anyone desiring to learn more about close-quarter fighting can study jujutsu.​

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Key Elements Of Jujutsu At Tatsu Dojo

• Japanese sword and quarter staff (jo) training are essential to learning the art.

• Students learn various forms of falling and rolling in a controlled and safe environment.

• Emphasis on evasion, body movement and blending rather than clashing with an attack.

• Throws, joint locks and pins are emphasized over striking.

• Though self training is important for development, Jujutsu practice requires a partner.

• Training focuses primarily on self-defense and close-quarter combat.  

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Common Questions

"Am I too old to start learning Jujutsu?"

• No.  We take into account any physical concerns and adapt your training.

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"Do you practice grappling and ground-fighting?

• Yes, but our methods are very simple.  You will learn to fight from the ground and some pinning techniques.  But you will not learn the more intricate forms of grappling seen in other styles such as BJJ.  

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"Do you have classes for children?"

• Unfortunately, no.  Our space and time is limited to students 18 years and older.  ​

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"Does Jujutsu have any striking or kicking?

• Yes, here at Tatsu Dojo, our training involves basic strikes and kicks. But this is not the primary emphasis in Jujutsu training.    

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"How do I get started?"

• Follow the link below to sign up for your first ftwo classes.  All new students at Tatsu Dojo receive two class passes absolutely free.  There is no obligation to join and you can cancel any time.