The Aka-Ryu Jujutsu group was founded in August 2002, with the aim of bringing together like-minded people and training with them regardless of style or association".

Our Syllabus

Modern Aspects

We have a vast array of modern self defence techniques armed and unarmed.

We teach these by use of scenarios inside and out such as using a cash machine, walking in a park, sitting in a vehicle or even in a night club.

We teach defence from weapon attacks such as bottles, sticks and knives and also defences gun and knife threats.

Basic Syllabus
Breakfalls- front, side, rolling, rear as well as street variations of these

Striking
Punches, elbows, hammer fists, bottom fists, ridge hand, palm heel
Kicks- round house, side, front, back and variations of these

Throwing
Various variations of – hip throw, shoulder throw, dropping throws, leg sweeps, sacrifice throws, and take downs

Locking
Various variations of – arm, wrist, shoulder, knee, ankle, small joint and leg locks standing and on the ground for control / restraint or eviction

Chokes and Strangles
Various standing and ground chokes and strangles some using clothing

Ground Work
Turning techniques hold downs, locks, chokes and submission techniques

Traditional
Weapon Kata and techniques including Bo, Jo, Tonfa, Tanto, Sword, Kubotan, Eskrima, and Nunchaku

Ki
Breathing, relaxation and body conditioning techniques

Our Kamon (Organisation Logo)

Kanji
The kanji (Japanese writing ) on our badge reads Aka (red) Ryu (dragon not school that’s a different Kanji) Ju-Jutsu (art of compliance)

Romanji
The Romanji (English writing)  reads Aka Ryu Ju-Jitsu, We should technically be called Aka Ryu Ju-Jutsu, as we are using the kanji for Jutsu and we are teaching Jutsu. We have kept Jitsu as the English translation not out of ignorance but out of respect for our previous sensei who either rightly or wrongly used this translation. 

The Phoenix
In Japan the “Immortal Bird” is a symbol of justice, obedience, the sun and fidelity. The Phoenix represents the fire element and Yang – the female force. The Phoenix is associated with representing a number of good qualities like kindness, duty and being reliable.

The Dragon
Dragons represent the element wood, family, protection, longevity and 'Yin' the male force. the dragon has a deep history and symbolism in Japanese culture. In Japan dragons go by the names of tatsu and ryu. They are long, skinny and scaly almost  serpent like and are believed to live around water. According to Japanese tradition the dragon held the position of a god. Many Japanese people believe that the first emperor of Japan was somehow descended from a dragon, giving it a position of high respect in Japanese culture. The dragon and the phoenix are enemies and are often depicted together in Japanese art and tattoos.