Curriculum

Herein is set the grading requirements and curricula for each of the ranks up to and including the Student Master rank of Shodan, 1st Dan Black Belt.

The work listed for each rank is designed as a guide for that rank, and as such, is the minimum requirement. It is expected that each student go beyond these minimum requirements and strive within himself or herself for the maximum knowledge and skill that may be obtained from each rank. Students will have to work hard and study much to obtain the true skill behind each rank, as the belt itself will not, and cannot, secure you from harm.

 "The more you can do, the less you will have to do,
and perhaps one day, with skill, you will do nothing but smile."

 

- A supreme martial arts philosophy.

 "A violent man shall die a violent death."

 

This will be the essence of these teachings.

 

Click on the appropriate colour to go to that rank.

Roku Kyu (White Belt)

Go Kyu (Yellow Belt)

Yon Kyu (Orange Belt)

San Kyu (Green Belt)

Ni Kyu (Blue Belt)

Ik Kyu Ichi (Brown Belt & 1 Stripe)

Ik Kyu Ni (Brown Belt & 2 Stripes)

Ik Kyu San (Brown Belt & 3 Stripes)

Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt)

 

Roku Kyu (White Belt) Roku Kyu (White Belt)

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Attended a participated in a minimum of six (6) training sessions.

Knowledge

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Know what is expected in the way of martial arts etiquette and courtesies.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have a basic understanding of, and be able to explain:
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) The Ju Jutsu grading system (including titles) and dress code.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) The history of Ju Jutsu (ancient and modern).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) The Ju Jutsu principles of Safety, Balance, Counter, and "Give Way to Conquer".
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) The meaning behind the school symbol.

 

Judo

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have commenced training in Yellow Belt Judo.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Know the formal and informal methods of lowering and raising oneself to/from the mat.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have carried out basic Judo manoeuvres.

 

Basics

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have commenced training in Yellow Belt Ju Jutsu.

Bows

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to perform the formal and informal bow, and know when each is appropriate.

Sitting

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to demonstrate the formal and informal sitting positions, and know when each is appropriate.

Dress

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Know the general dress code, how to wear and fold the Judogi.

Belt

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to tie the belt in formal and informal styles, and know when each is appropriate.

Warm-up Exercises

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Know and have carried out general warmup exercises with the class.

Relaxation and Meditation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Know the basic relaxation and meditation exercises of Smiling Hand and Shielded Fist.

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have participated in meditation with the class.

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Know the two basic defence and awareness stances.

Breakfalling

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to perform elementary breakfalls to the side and back.

Rolling

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to perform basic rolls to the front (left and right).

Tai Chi

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have an understanding of what Tai Chi is, and have begun the first exercise of Brush Clouds Stroke Water.

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have participated in basic warm-up and relaxation massage with the class.

Japanese

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Hajime

- Begin

Dan

- Step/grade (Master rank)

Yamate

- Stop

Kyu

- Step/grade (Student rank)

Rei

- Bow/salute

Judo

- Lit. "Gentle way"

Dojo

- Training hall (Lit. "Way place")

Ju Jutsu

- Lit. "Gentle art"

Judogi

- Uniform (Lit. "Judo clothing")

Karate

- Lit. "Empty hand"

Obi

- Belt/sash

Taekwon Do

- Lit. "Hand-foot way

Once a student has fulfilled the above requirements, a White Belt may be awarded, usually during normal class times, and usually by a Senior Student.

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Go Kyu (Yellow Belt)  Go Kyu (Yellow Belt)

Ju Jutsu

Grips

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Grips to one and two hands, wrists, fingers, forearms, arms, shoulders and clothing.
Grips to be from all standing positions, except against a wall.
Attacker may be moving or stationary.
Grips not to include any joint locks.

 

Strangles

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Common straight and bent-arm strangles with one and two hands.
Attacks to be from the front and side in all standing positions, except against a wall.
Attacker may be moving or stationary.

 

Pushes/Pulls

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Pushes and pulls from the front and side.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Pushes and pulls followed by an attempted strike (hand and foot weapons only).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Push-pull (shaking) from the front and side.

 

Holds

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Surfboard hold, hand over mouth, arm around shoulder, forced kiss and hand on knee whilst seated.
Attacks to be from the front, back and side.
Attacks to be with one and two hands.
Attacks may be followed by an attempted strike or drag away.

 

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Against one of similar rank.

Judo

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have a working understanding of the Kodokan Judo Rules.

Throws

 

O Soto Otoshi

- Major Outer Drop

Tai Otoshi

- Body Drop

Sasae Tsuri Komi Ashi

- Drawing Ankle

Kubi Nage

- Neck Throw

 

Groundwork

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Have commenced Ju Jutsu ground fighting.

 

Kuzure Kesa Gatame

- Broken Scarf Hold

Kesa Gatame

- Scarf Hold

Kata Gatame

- Shoulder Hold

Mune Gatame

- Chest Hold

Randori

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Light randori against one of similar rank (throwing and groundwork (ground fighting and holds)).

Body Weapons

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Where to strike and effectiveness.

Hands

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Front Fist, Side Fist, Inward and Outward Cuts with the inner and outer edges of the hand.

Feet

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Front Snap, Side Heel, Side Cut, Back Kick, Stomp and Scrape.

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Basic side stances for safety and balance.

Bu Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Use of a short stick in offence and defence in a combat situation against an unarmed attacker.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Holding and carrying the Jo.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Basic strikes, blocks and deflections against an attacker armed with a knife, bokken and jo.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Utilisation of common objects as weapons.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Bu Jutsu activity (Stage 1).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to follow the instructions of Senior Students in combat situations.

 

Basics

Breakfalling

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Side and back breakfalls to a proficient standard.

Rolls

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Forward, backward and sideways rolls to a standing and kneeling position.

Relaxation and Meditation

Have carried out relaxation and meditation exercises with the class (Stage 1).

Tai Chi

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to perform Brush Clouds Stroke Water to a proficient standard.

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Be able to carry out basic warm-up and relaxation massage on fellow students (Stage 1).

Japanese

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Tomodachi

- Friend

Ashi

- Ankle

Kataki

- Enemy (person)

O

- Major, large, big

Hai

- Yes, that is correct

Soto

- Outer, outside

Iie

- No, that is not correct

Otoshi

- Drop

Seito

- Student

Tai

- Body

Shujin

- Master, husband

Kubi

- Neck

Sensei

- Teacher

Gatame

- Hold

Nage

- Throw

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)   Brotherhood.

A candidate for Yellow Belt must also be able to demonstrate any of the work from the White Belt curriculum, and any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Yon Kyu (Orange Belt)  Yon Kyu (Orange Belt)

Ju Jutsu

Grips

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Grips to the hair from the front, back and side.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All Yellow Belt grips whilst kneeling, seated (on the ground and in a chair), and against a wall.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All the above grips may be followed by an attempted strike or drag away.

 

Strangles

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Common strangles only, whilst kneeling, seated (on the ground and in a chair), and against a wall.
Attacks to be from the front, back and side.

 

Arm Bars and Locks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to straight arm-bar, hammer lock (common only), figure-4 arm locks (both types), Japanese arm bars and wrist locks (common only).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Attacks to be from all standing positions, with one or two hands.

 

Body Holds

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to headlocks, bearhugs, full and half-nelsons, and double arm holds (rear only).
Attacks to be from all standing positions, and may be followed by an attempted strike.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Tackle Attack
From the front, back and side, while the defender is stationary or moving.

 

Pushes

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Pushes from behind, followed by an attempted strike or grab.

Deflections

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of a single grabbing attack with one or two hands.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of a single committed strike from a neutral position (close, medium and distant ranges).

 

Rape Attack

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rape attack by a single attacker.
Attacks to be from all positions (standing, seated, kneeling, prone and supine).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rape attack whilst under blanket.
All the above attacks may be followed by an attempted strike or drag away.

 

Knife

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Knife placed the abdomen and throat, from the front and side.

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against one of similar rank (improved).

Judo

Throws

 

O Soto Gari

- Major Outer Reap

O Uchi Gari

- Major Inner Reap

Uki Goshi

- Floating Hip

Hiza Otoshi

- Knee Drop

De Ashi Bari

- Advancing Ankle Sweep

Groundwork

 

Kami Shiho Gatame

- Upper Locking Forequarters

Kuzure Kami Shiho Gatame

- Broken Upper Locking Forequarters

Ushiro Kesa Gatame

- Reverse Scarf Hold

Yoko Shiho Gatame

- Side Locking

Tate Shiho Gatame

- Longitudinal Locking

Randori

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Randori against one of similar rank (throwing and groundwork (ground fighting and holds)).

Body Weapons

Hands

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Spearhand, Backhand, Slap and Elbowing.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Continuous hand techniques on the move against various targets.

 

Feet

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Kneeing, Advancing Side Kick, Front Snap Kick, Roundhouse Kick, Crescent Kick and Pony Kick.

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Side stance with wide or closed hands.

Bu Jutsu

Sticks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Shiai and randori with a short stick, against an equally armed opponent of similar rank.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Shiai and randori with a Jo stick, against an equally armed opponent of similar rank.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Free movement activity with the Jo, in open areas.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rolling with the Jo.

 

Ju Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Work as part of an attacking force in combat situations.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Bu Jutsu activity (Stage 2).

 

Basics

Breakfalling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous breakfalls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rolling forward breakfall, jumping back breakfall and jumping side breakfall.

 

Rolls

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous rolls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Diving roll, Backward roll, Rolling over an obstacle of knee height.

 

Relaxation and Meditation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Stage 2.

Tai Chi

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Previous exercise improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to perform Grasp Sparrow's Tail and Repulse Monkey, to a proficient standard.

 

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Improved basic warm-up and relaxation massage (Stage 2).

Japanese

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Ichi

- One

Hachi

- Eight

Domo Arigato

- Thank You

Ni

- Two

Ku

- Nine

Gari

- Reap

San

- Three

Ju

- Ten

Uchi

- Inner, Inside

Shi

- Four

Tadashii

- Right, correct

Goshi

- Hip

Go

- Five

Tadashikunai

- Wrong, incorrect

Hiza

- Knee

Roku

- Six

Hidari

- Left

Shichi

- Seven

Migi

- Right

Teaching

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Teaching of White and No Belt students under a Master's supervision, for a minimum period of six (6) hours.

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Beauty.

A candidate for Orange Belt must also be able to demonstrate any of the work from the Yellow and/or White Belt curricula, and any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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San Kyu (Green Belt)  San Kyu (Green Belt)

Ju Jutsu

Holds

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Body holds and grips applied by two (2) attackers simultaneously, in all standing positions.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Holds to be from the Orange and Yellow Belt curricula.

 

Arm Bars and Locks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Arm bars and locks applied by one (1) attacker, in all seated and keeling positions.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Arm bars and locks applied by two (2) attackers simultaneously, in all standing positions, except against a wall.
Holds to be from the Orange and Yellow Belt curricula.

 

Defences to Punches and Kicks

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Single attacker from all positions (front, back, side, prone and supine), from close, medium and distant ranges.

Rushing Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defences to rushing attacks by a single grabbing attacker whilst seated, prone and supine.
Attacks to be committed, from all distances.

 

Deflections

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of a single grabbing attacker, to a hold or lock position, from close, medium and distant ranges.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of two (2) simultaneous grabbing attackers, from all standing positions and distances.

 

Ju Jutsu Strangles

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Application on a stationary person who is standing, seated, kneeling, prone and supine.

Ju Jutsu Locks

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Application on a stationary person who is standing, seated, kneeling, prone and supine.

Ju Jutsu Throwing

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Of a single grabbing attacker from all standing positions and distances.

Knife

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Defence against a knife placed anywhere on the body, by a single attacker (simple attacks only).

Intimidation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  By a single attacker from all positions (scenario training).

Rapid Withdrawal

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  From a dangerous situation with safety, from all standing positions.

Rape Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) By two (2) attackers from all positions.
Attacks may include attempted strikes and/or drag away (realism).

 

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against one of similar rank, and against a Brown Belt.

Judo

Throws

 

Hiza Guruma

- Knee Wheel

O Goshi

- Major Hip

Koshi Guruma

- Loin Wheel

Ushiro Goshi

- Rear Hip

Irimi Nage

- Kneeling Throw

Koky Nage

- Reverse Throw

All throws from the Orange Belt curriculum to be performed to the left side.

Groundwork

 

Cross Arm Lock

Reverse Scarf Entanglement

Upper Cross Arm Lock

Figure-4 Entanglement (both types)

Scarf Entanglement

Judo counters to all Orange Belt holds.

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Randori and Shiai against one of similar rank, and against two (2) different Orange Belts.

Body Weapons

Hands

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Tiger Paw, Palm Thrust, Rotating Fist and outer edge fist (Hammer Punch).

Feet

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Reverse Straight Kick and Reverse Circle Kick (2 methods).

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Open and closed hand stances.

Kata

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  One-hand weapon kata, One-foot weapon kata, One-hand, one-foot weapon kata.

Bu Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Shiai with Jo improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Free-fighting skills in group and individual combat, in all areas (confined space and uneven ground).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Bu jutsu activity (Stage 3).

 

Basics

Breakfalling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous breakfalls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Spinning breakfall to both sides.

 

Rolls

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous rolls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Diving roll.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rolling over an obstacle of thigh height.

 

Relaxation and Meditation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Stage 3.

Tai Chi

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Previous exercises improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to perform Brush Knee and Golden Peacock to a proficient standard.

 

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Stage 3.

Japanese

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Guruma

- Wheel

Tori

- Person throwing

Koshi

- Loin

Uki

- Person being thrown

Ushiro

- Rear, behind

Teaching

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Teaching of White and Yellow Belt students under a Master's supervision, for a minimum period of four (4) hours.

 

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Love.

A candidate for Green Belt must also be able to demonstrate any of the work from the Orange, Yellow and/or White Belt curricula, and any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Ni Kyu (Blue Belt)  Ni Kyu (Blue Belt)

Ju Jutsu

Holds

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Ju Jutsu counters to all Judo holds and locks.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Counter to all 2-man Green Belt holds, in kneeling and seated positions.

 

Strangles and Chokes

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Counter to all strangles and chokes, in all positions.

Rushing Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a single committed rushing attack (hand and foot weapons only).
Attacks to be in all standing positions (except against a wall) from a distance.

 

Jumping Attacks

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Defence to a single jumping, grabbing attacker from all standing positions (except against a wall).

Deflections

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflections of all punches and kicks from all standing positions.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Continuous deflection of a single attacker.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of a single grabbing attacker, to a hold or lock position.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of a single grabbing attacker, to injure.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of three (3) grabbing attackers.
Deflections to be from all directions and all ranges.

 

Ju Jutsu Throwing

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Ju Jutsu throwing of two (2) striking or grabbing attackers from all standing positions.

Weapons

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to any short weapon held against the body, in all positions.
As above, whilst being held by the attacker.
Short weapons to include knife, short axe, short stick, broken bottle and knuckle weapon.

 

Intimidation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Intimidation by two (2) attackers from all positions (scenario training).

Rapid Withdrawal

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  From a dangerous situation with safety, from all positions.

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Improved and against 2 lower ranks simultaneously.

Judo

Throws

 

Kata Seoi

- Single Shoulder

Harai Goshi

- Sweeping Loin

Tsuri Komi Goshi

- Lift Pull Loin

O Soto Gake

- Major Outer Dash

Ashi Guruma

- Leg Wheel

Kakato Gaeshi

- Heel Overturn

O Soto Guruma

- Major Outer Wheel

Groundwork

 

Leg Entanglement

Crab Entanglement

Single Leg Crush

Cross Leg Crush

Double Leg Crush

Single Longitudinal Leg Lock

Knee Crush

Double Longitudinal Leg Lock

Randori

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Randori against two Green Belts (throwing and groundwork (ground fighting and holds)).

Body Weapons

Hands

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Rotating Palm and 2-handed striking.

Feet

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Side Flykick (blade and heel), Front Flykick (snap and heel), Double Front Flykick.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Kicks to be performed from standing, stepping and running positions.

 

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Distance stance to gain position.

Bu Jutsu

Jo Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Combat proficiency.

Bo Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Demonstrate free-fighting skills.

Kendo

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Introduction to Kendo training.

Bu Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Stage 4.

Basics

Breakfalling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous breakfalls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Jumping forward breakfall.

 

Rolling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous rolls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rolling over an obstacle of hip height.

 

Relaxation and Meditation

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Abdominal breathing exercises.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Unbendable arm exercise.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Stage 4.

 

Tai Chi

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous exercises improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Introduction to first cycle.

 

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Stage 4.

Japanese

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Ohayo Gozaimasu

- Good Morning

Kata

- Shoulder

Konnichi Wa

- Good Day

Gake

- Dash, precipice

Komban Wa

- Good Evening

Tsuri

- Lifting

Sayonara

- Goodbye

Teaching

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Teaching of all lower ranks under a Master's supervision, for a minimum period of four (4) hours.

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Knowledge.

A candidate for Blue Belt must also be able to demonstrate any of the work from the Green, Orange, Yellow and/or White Belt curricula, and any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Ik Kyu Ichi (Brown Belt & 1 Stripe)   Ik Kyu Ichi (Brown Belt & 1 Stripe)

Ju Jutsu

Strangles

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Any strangle whilst being held by a second attacker.
Attacks to be Yellow and Orange Belt holds while standing, seated and kneeling.

 

Rushing Attacks

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  By two (2) committed attackers from all standing positions (except against a wall).

Ground Attacks

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Defence to two (2) unarmed attackers (seated and supine only).

Deflections

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Continuous deflection of a striking attacker whilst seated on the ground and in a chair.

Ju Jutsu Throwing

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Ju Jutsu throwing of three (3) grabbing attackers from a standing position.

Armed Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed, known direction attack by a single attacker armed with a short weapon.
Attacks to be from all standing positions.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to the above attacks using the same weapon as the attacker.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to the above attacks using a short stick only.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Randori and shiai against a single attacker armed with a short weapon.
Short weapons may include: knife, short axe, short stick, broken bottle and knuckle weapon.

 

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against two (2) kyu ranks simultaneously, a Blue Belt, Brown Belt or Black Belt.

Judo

Throws

 

Morote Seoi Nage

- Lock Shoulder

Tsuri Goshi

- Lifting Hip

Ko Tsuri Goshi

- Minor Lifting Hip

Obi Otoshi

- Belt Drop

Tomoe Nage

- Stomach Throw

O Guruma

- Major Wheel

Ko Uchi Gari

- Minor Inner Reap

Kote Gaeshi

- Reverse Wrist Throw

Groundwork

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Ball and plate exercise
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Banana exercise

 

Randori and Shiai

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against two lower ranks, a Blue Belt, Brown Belt and Black Belt (throwing and groundwork (ground fighting and holds)).

Body Weapons

Hands

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Grabbing Hand, Thumb Punch and Finger Jab.

Feet

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Previous flykicks improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Jumping Back Kicks (2 methods) and Reverse Circle Kick.

 

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  One-hand fighting, Air counters to flykicks, Front stance.

Bu Jutsu

Jo Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Training to a proficient combat level, including mass combat situations.

Bo Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Training to a proficient combat level, including multiple combat situations.

Ken Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Elementary sword exercises.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Randori against Jo and Bokken.

 

Kendo

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Kendo training, including shiai against a Master.

Basics

Breakfalling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous breakfalls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Handstand and stiffarm breakfalls.

 

Rolling

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All previous rolls improved.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Forward and sideways rolls with Bokken.

 

Relaxation and Meditation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Senior Students' exercises.

Tai Chi

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  First cycle to a proficient standard.

Massage

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Improved techniques.

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Commencement of reading in Anatomy, Physiology, Diet and Health Principles.

Japanese

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  All previous Japanese.

 
Know the following Japanese words:

Ko

- Minor

Mizu

- Water

Hi

- Fire

Tsuchi

- Earth

Kaze

- Wind

Teaching

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Teaching of all lower ranks under a Master's supervision, for a minimum period of four (4) hours.

Special Requirements

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Senior Students' Path to be carried out at a training camp.

Written Philosophy

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Presentation to the Masters' Council of a written personal philosophy (limit three (3) pages).

Philosophy and Knowledge

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Have a basic understanding and be able to discuss the following topics:

 

Bushido

Bu Jutsu

Samurai

Karate

Kung Fu

Ninja

Aikido

Taekwon Do

Zen

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Have read and be able to discuss "Secrets of the Samurai", and "A Book of Five Rings".

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Understanding.

A candidate for Brown I must also be able to demonstrate any of the previous work to date, and any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Ik Kyu Ni (Brown Belt & 2 Stripes)   Ik Kyu Ni (Brown Belt & 2 Stripes)

Ju Jutsu

Ground Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to two (2) kicking attackers whilst lying in all positions, from all ranges.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rushing attack by two (2) committed attackers whilst seated (on the ground and in a chair).

 

Group Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Attack by two (2) from all positions and ranges, except against a wall.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Attack by one (1) whilst being held by a second (distant only) - all holds.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Knife held against the body whilst being held by a second attacker (standing and seated only).

 

Deflections

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of a committed attacker armed with Brown I weapons (all ranges).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of two (2) striking attackers whilst seated (on the ground and in a chair) - all ranges.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of multiple grabbing attackers - continuous.

 

Ju Jutsu Throwing

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Continuous Ju Jutsu throwing of all unarmed attackers (one-at-a-time).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Ju Jutsu throwing of a committed knife attacker.

 

Intimidation

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  By four (4) attackers whilst standing and seated (on the ground and in a chair).

Armed Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed unknown direction attack by a single attacker armed with a short weapon.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed stalking attack by a single attacker armed with a short weapon.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed known direction attack by a single attacker armed with a long weapon.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to the above attacks whilst armed with a short stick.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to handgun (close range only).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defend against and disarm the above attackers.
Long weapons may include baseball bat, chair, long stick, long axe, etc.

 

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Single kumite improved and against multiple lower ranks.

Judo

Throws

 

Obi Goshi

- Belt Hip

Ko Soto Gari

- Minor Outer Reap

Uchi Maki Komi

- Inner Winding Throw

Ko Seoi Maki Komi

- Minor Shoulder Winding

Soto Maki Komi

- Outer Winding Throw

Ko Soto Gake

- Minor Outer Dash

Harai Tsuri Komi Ashi

- Lift Pull Ankle Sweep

Kaiten Nage

- Whirling Throw

Randori and Shiai

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against a Brown Belt and Black Belt (throwing and ground fighting).

Body Weapons

Feet

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Rolling Kick and Double-Reverse Kick.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Introduction to air techniques.

 

Stances

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Reverse fighting stance.

Bu Jutsu

Ken Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Randori and shiai against a Brown Belt and Black Belt.

Yari Jutsu

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Randori against an opponent armed with a Yari, Jo and Bokken.

Kendo

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Shiai against similar ranks and Black Belts.

Basics

 
Relaxation and Meditation.

See Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements.

Tai Chi.
Massage.
Teaching.
Senior Students' Path.
Personal Philosophy.
Philosophy and Knowledge.

 

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Truth

A candidate for Brown II must also be able to demonstrate any of the previous work to date, have fulfilled the Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements and carry out any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Ik Kyu San (Brown Belt & 3 Stripes)   Ik Kyu San (Brown Belt & 3 Stripes)

Ju Jutsu

Mob Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) By a group of three (3) unarmed attackers from all standing positions, except against a wall.
Committed and uncommitted attacks only.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Attacks whilst being held.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Unarmed attack by two (2) whilst being held by a third (Yellow and Orange Belt holds).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Knife against the body whilst being held by a second attacker - all positions.

 

Deflections

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Of a single attacker to a hold or lock position (short weapons only).

Ju Jutsu Throwing

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of a committed and semi-committed attacker armed with a short weapon, from all standing positions.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Of the above attacker to a hold or lock position.

 

Intimidations

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  By the leader of a group of five (5), from all standing and seated positions.

Surprise Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) By up to three (3) unarmed attackers, in all positions, including walking through a doorway.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) By a single attacker armed with a short or long weapon, in all situations.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Garrotter attack from all positions.

 

Armed Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed and uncommitted unknown direction attack by a single attacker armed with a short or long weapon (except chain, which is still committed).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed stalking attacker armed with the abovementioned weapons.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to the above attacks whilst armed with a short stick, long stick and Bokken.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a committed handgun or rifle attack (close range only).

 

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against a boxer, wrestler, brawler, a Brown Belt and Black Belt.

Judo

Throws

 

Okuri Ashi Bari

- Double Ankle Sweep

Seoi Maki Komi

- Shoulder Winding Sweep

Uki Otoshi

- Floating Drop

Sumi Otoshi

- Corner Drop

Hizi Otoshi

- Elbow Drop

Yama Arashii

- Mountain Storm

Seoi Otoshi

- Shoulder Drop

Ko Uchi Maki Komi

- Minor Inner Winding

Teguruma

- Hand Wheeling

Randori and Shiai

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against a Brown Belt and Black Belt (throwing and ground fighting).

Body Weapons

Hands

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Shaking Fist, Flicking Hand and Flicking Fist.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Unseen Weapons and Hard/Soft Hand.

 

Bu Jutsu

Ken Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Proficiency for battle.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Iai Jutsu
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Introduction to sword drawing (standing and kneeling).

 

Kendo

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Shiai against similar ranks and Black Belts.

Basics

 
Relaxation and Meditation.

See Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements.

Tai Chi.
Massage.
Teaching.
Senior Students' Path.
Personal Philosophy.
Philosophy and Knowledge.

 

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Reality

A candidate for Brown III must also be able to demonstrate any of the previous work to date, have fulfilled the Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements and carry out any other requirements as set by the Grading Panel.

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Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt)  Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt)

Ju Jutsu

Mob Attack

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) By five (5) unarmed attackers from all ranges, in all standing positions, except against a wall.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) As above, but with one (1) attacker armed with a short weapon.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) As above, but with one (1) attacker armed with a short or long stick.

 

Deflections

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Continuous deflection of two (2) simultaneous striking attackers.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Deflection of a tight circle of enemy already prepared to strike with any hand or foot weapon.

 

Ju Jutsu Throwing

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  To subdue an armed attacker.

Interruption

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Interruption of a single attacker reaching for a weapon.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Interruption of one (1) or two (2) attackers attempting to attack a third person.

 

Blindfold Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Defence to a close range armed or unarmed attacker whilst blindfolded (short weapons only).

Kumite

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Against another martial artist, a wrestler, a boxer, a brawler, two (2) Brown Belts simultaneously, a Black Belt, and any other person(s) selected by the Masters.

Armed Attacks

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a single attacker armed with any previous weapon, including short chain and spear (which may be thrown), handgun and rifle (close range only).
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to weapon held against the body, in any position.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to two (2) knives held against the body, by one (1) or two (2) attackers.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to a single attacker armed with two (2) short weapons.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Defence to any of the above attacks whilst seated.
Attacks may be committed, semi-committed or uncommitted.
Attacks may be rushing, stalking, surprise and known direction (including hidden weapon).

 

Judo

Throws

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Any throw from any previous rank.

 

Uchi Mata

- Inner Thigh

Yoko Guruma

- Side Wheel

Yoko Gake

- Side Hook

Uki Waza

- Floating Throw

Sumi Gaeshi

- Corner Throw

Sukui Nage

- Scooping Throw

Hiki Otoshi

- Net Drop

Hiki Komi Gaeshi

- Pull-In-Whirl

Tane Otoshi

- Valley Drop

Yoko Ushiro

- Side Reverse

Kata Guruma

- Shoulder Wheel

Utsuri Goshi

- Hip Shift

Ura Nage

- Rear Throw

Kani Basami

- Scissor Throw

Yoko Tomoe

- Side Stomach Circle

Kata Ashi Dori

- Single Leg Hold Throw

Yoko Wakare

- Side Separation

Ryo Ashi Dori

- Double Leg Hold Throw

Tawara Gaeshi

- Rice Bale Throw

Yoko Otoshi

- Side Drop

Maki Tomoe

- Strangle Stomach Throw

Randori and Shiai

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Demonstration of soft Judo principles.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Contest shiai (throwing and ground fighting) against two (2) Brown Belts and selected Masters.

 

Kata

Judo

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Select ten (10) Judo throws and demonstrate their effectiveness in combat.
Throws to be performed in kata form.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Select a sequence of three (3) Judo throws which demonstrate the development of a Judo principle.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Select three (3) different Judo throws. From each throw, three (3) variations of Ju Jutsu throwing shall be examined to demonstrate the development of a Ju Jutsu principle.

 

Ju Jutsu

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Two (2) Ju Jutsu kata against one (1) armed attacker.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) One (1) Ju Jutsu kata against two (2) armed attackers.

 

Sword

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Two (2) sword kata against one (1) swordsman.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) One (1) sword kata against two (2) swordsmen.

 

Basics

 
Relaxation and Meditation.

See Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements.

Tai Chi.
Massage.
Teaching.
Senior Students' Path.
Personal Philosophy.
Philosophy and Knowledge.
Anatomy and Physiology.
Health Treatments and Care.
Readings.

 

Inner Exercise

Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes)  Will and Self-Reliance.

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Senior Student Curriculum Requirements

Requirements to be fulfilled at training camps and Black Belt Gradings.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have acted as a leader and organiser of students.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have acted as a Master's assistant.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have been in charge of an attack group at a Black Belt Grading.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have successfully completed the Senior Students' Path exercises.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have completed all Bu Jutsu activities in an open area.

 

Requirements of Teaching and Testing.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have tested and awarded a White Belt.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have instructed portions of classes, under a Master's supervision, for a minimum period of six (6) hours.

 

General Requirements.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have attended 80% of the Black Belt Gradings occurring within the period of your training as a Senior Student.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have assisted the Grading Panel at a Grading.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have a competent knowledge of massage techniques and basic accupressure.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have completed all necessary training in Kendo.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to perform and teach, to a proficient level, the first Tai Chi cycle.

 

Requirements of Knowledge in Anatomy and Physiology.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Be able to discuss the following anatomical and/or physiological topics:
- The Skeletal System.
- The Muscular System.
- The Cardiovascular System.
- The Respiratory System.
- The Nervous System.
- The Lymphatic and Endocrine Systems.
- Human Biology and the Immune System.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Reading List:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology by Elaine Marieb.
- Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology by Ross and Wilson.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Senior Students should possess sufficient knowledge in anatomy and physiology to be able to conduct lectures on any of the previously covered topics.

 

Requirements of First Aid and Resuscitation Knowledge.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have a sound knowledge of First Aid and Resuscitation methods, including breathing and injury methods.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Completion of a Senior Red Cross or St.John Ambulance course is highly recommended, though not essential.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Reading List: A variety of books are available from the Masters, upon request.

 

Knowledge and Philosophy.

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Have read and be able to discuss any of the following books:
- Secrets of the Samurai Oscar Ratte and Adele Westbrook
- Classical Budo Don F. Draeger
- Classical Bujutsu Don F. Draeger
- Jonathon Livingstone Seagull Richard Bach
- Illusions Richard Bach
- Zen in the Art of Archery Eugene Herrigel
- Ideals of the Samurai William S. Wilson
- Lateral Thinking Edward DeBono
- Book of Five Rings Miyamoto Musashi
- The Art of War Sun Tzu

 

Centre - Loyalty

 
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Respect is what you get for having it.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Heaven and Earth are not able to make things last forever, so how is it possible for man?
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Misfortune is wanting things for oneself.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Example is the best precept.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) One is inside, then outside what one feels inside, one feels empty.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) The secret of success is constancy of purpose.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) All men fail in the thing they wish to do best.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Before one goes through the gate, one must first be aware that there is a gate to go through.
Wb00955_.gif (961 bytes) Do not seek to follow in the foosteps of the Masters, seek rather what they sought.

 

A candidate for Mastership must be prepared for examination on any and all of his/her previous work or knowledge, and should be capable of discussing with any Master any of the materials present in any of the selected readings.

A candidate must have fulfilled all the Senior Students' Curriculum Requirements, and any other requirements as set by the Masters' Council.

A candidate for Mastership should also be prepared to expect the unexpected at all times leading up to the grading date.

 

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