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The Art of Self-Defense
www.CGJNY.com
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Adult Manual
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
The Creighton family has been teaching and participating in the martial arts for many
decades. Sensei Jim Creighton Sr., Sensei Jim Creighton Jr. and Sensei Paul Creighton
currently operate schools in New York and Atlanta, Ga. Combined the family holds seven
Black Belts in five different styles (Japanese Jujitsu, Goshin Jutsu, Tae Kwon Do, Judo and
Brazilian Jiujitsu under the world famous Renzo Gracie). We have a very strong passion for
the martial arts and strive to bring you a well rounded curriculum with modern applications.
Creighton Goshin Jutsu is a self-defense oriented martial art emphasizing the
interaction of the striking arts with the jujutsu arts. Self-defense oriented style means that
we place a very strong emphasis on techniques that can be used effectively in realistic
situations, as a means of protection. In order to achieve this, the major principles from
karate, muay thai, boxing, jujutsu and wrestling are blended together so that the techniques
from one will compliment the techniques from another. Each student will develop a wellrounded fighting style, so that they can defend themselves with confidence in all five ranges
of fighting. We place equal importance on each range so that you feel confident in each
one. The transition from one range to the next will become automatic, because you will
have trained the full circle of the martial arts.
We honor the past yet welcome the future so we may embrace the martial arts in
pursuit of self-mastery and boundless knowledge. We are always open to change, because
without change improvement would not exist. We focus on constant and never ending
improvement and embrace and apply infinite wisdom of others. This will allow philosophy,
art and science to blend together to not only train the body, but strengthen the mind and
soul.
TESTING PROCEDURES
At Creighton Goshin Jutsu, a student’s progress is measured by the awarding of
stripes and belt promotions. A “stripe” that is added to a student’s belt, signifies that the
student has moved a step closer to their next rank. Stripes are awarded between colored
belts and are used as a measurement of that student’s progression. A “promotion” to a new
belt color, signifies a completion of an entire set of curriculum and recognition of a student’s
increase in skill level.
There are five areas in which students must perform competently in order to be ready for
belt and they are listed below.
1. Knowledge of Curriculum – Students must know the entire curriculum necessary to
progress to the next level. Effort is rewarded more so at the beginning belt levels.
Greater technical proficiency is expected as students attain their higher belt ranks.
2. Spirit and Energy – Students are expected to perform their techniques with a high
degree of energy. “Kiai” and intensity of movement can demonstrate this.
3. Attitude and Protocol – Students should demonstrate a positive attitude and follow
the protocol of the school at all times.
4. Fitness –Students are expected to improve their fitness level as they progress
through the ranks. This can be demonstrated by performing the required movements
with good endurance.
5. Basics and Applications - Good basics are the foundation of a good Martial Artists;
therefore we expect students to perform basics competently at all belt levels.
We have both technique and class hour requirements that need to be fulfilled for each belt
rank.
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DOJO PROTOCOL
A. Please wear a black t-shirt that is tucked into your pants under your uniform. If you
choose not to wear your gi top to class, you must wear a school t-shirt
B. Your uniform must be clean, stain and wrinkle free and have the two school patches
present over the heart and on the right shoulder (flag)
C. Males must wear a protective cup at all times under their uniforms
D. If you are coming from a different school and using the same uniform you must
remove the patches and any writing or logos on it
E. All of the student uniforms must be white (top and bottom)
F. All jewelry (earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, etc...) must be removed before
class.
G. Safety equipment must be worn by all students when sparring. All students must
have a release form on file before they are allowed to spar in class
H. Foul language during class will not be permitted
I. Please try to make it to class on time
J. Every student will bow upon entering and leaving the dojo
K. Every student will address each other by their surname (Mr., Mrs., or Miss.) during
class
L. The dojo is not a place for chewing gum or profanity
M. Students are to always keep toenails and fingernails trimmed for safety reasons
N. Absolutely no leaning on the dojo walls
O. All students must have their own sparring equipment once they earn their yellow belt
P. Your shoes must be organized in a straight line in the back of the dojo
Wrestling or martial art shoes are allowed on the mats if you didn’t walk in with them on you
feet. Please put your martial art shoes on once you enter the dojo. If you need to wear
shoes for additional ankle or knee support please make sure they don’t have any metal that
will tear the bags.
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BEGINNING AND ENDING CLASS
KIOTSUKE: Come to attention and form class lines, with the highest ranked student to the
instructors right. All of the other students shall fall in according to rank
REI: Bow to each other
ORKIMASKA: Kneel and assume the seiza position
REI WO SURO: Bow from the seiza position and start meditating.
REI WO SURO: Bow and meditate.
SHUSHI KUDASI: Recite the creed please:
I come to you with only karate, empty hands. I have no weapons, but
shall I be forced to defend myself, my principles, or my honor; should it
be a matter of life or death, right or wrong, then here are my weaponskarate, empty hands.
Karate, ni sante nashi.
The translation to the final line above is:
“There is no first attack in Karate”
REI WO SURO: Bow
OTACHI KUDASI: Stand please.
DOMO ARIGATO, SENSEI: Thank you Sensei (Spoken by the highest ranking kyu, after
Sensei has dismissed the class.)
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YELLOW BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
BASIC TERMINOLOGY:
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Sensei: Teacher
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Matte: Stop
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Dojo: Training Hall
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Hidari: Left
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Hajime: Begin
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Migi: Right
Instructor Initials
KATA:
• Taikyoko Shodan: First Cause, First Level
PUNCHING AND KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Jab, cross, front kick
Jab, cross, knee kick
Jab, cross, hook, upper cut, elbow, elbow, knee, knee, shoulder roll, back fall into a
jujitsu standup
Lunge Punch (Forward Stance)
STANCES
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Instructor Initials
BLOCKING TECHNIQUES
Sparring Stance (Jigo Hun Tai)
Attention Stance
Ready and Rear Stance
Horse Stance
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Instructor Initials
O Soto Gari, knee to belly into armbar
BREAKFALLING TECHNIQUES
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Instructor Initials
Straight Arm Lock Finish
STRIKING FROM THE SIDE MOUNT (top position)
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Instructor Initials
Shoulder roll into a side, rear and front fall
SUBMISSIONS FROM THE MOUNT (top position)
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Instructor Initials
Rising Block
Down Block
Outside Block
Inside Block
TAKEDOWN
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Instructor Initials
Hammer fist + post on head elbow strike
Knee kicks and elbow strikes to the ribs
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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YELLOW BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS (Contd.)
STRIKING FROM THE GUARD POSITION (top position)
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Jab, cross, elbows
Cup ears
STRIKING FROM THE MOUNT POSITION (top position)
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Instructor Initials
Jab, cross and hook
Elbow and shoulder strikes
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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ORANGE BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
BASIC TERMINOLOGY:
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Rei: Bow
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Goshin Jutsu: The Art of Self-Defense
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Obi: Belt
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Jujutsu: The Art of Gentleness
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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Taikyoko Sandan: First Cause, Third Level
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Jab while moving forward, backward, left and right
Jab while backing up quarter turn left & right
Jab, cross, quarter turn left & right
Backfist, slide step side kick
Jab, cross, roundhouse inside/outside of leg
Backfist, palm heel strike, knee kick
Clinch, stomp kick using the heel of foot (ground variation)
Jab spinning back kick
Instructor Initials
TAKEDOWNS
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Demonstrate a level change, penetration step and pummeling
Triangle block, outside leg hook takedown to mount
Triangle block, inside leg hook takedown to side mount
SUBMISSIONS FROM THE MOUNT (top position)
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Instructor Initials
Paint Brush
Strait arm lock
Kimura into armbar
ESCAPING THE MOUNT POSITION (Bottom)
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Instructor Initials
Straight Arm Lock Finish
Bent Arm Lock (monkey grip)
Ø Neck Hug Variation
Gift Wrap to Modified Mount
Ø Arm Lock Finish
Ø Rear Mount Finish
SUBMISSIONS FROM THE SIDE MOUNT POSITION (TOP)
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Instructor Initials
Upa – opponent has narrow base
Ø Punch block variation
Ø Headlock variation
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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ORANGE BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS (contd)
PASSING THE GUARD (on top)
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Instructor Initials
Knee to nose stack
PUNCH BLOCKING FROM YOUR BACK
Instructor Initials
1. Use effective head control and inside arm positioning.
2. Opponent pulls their arm back to punch your face. Fill the space with your shins or
forearms.
3. Opponent sits up to generate more power. Quickly insert your knees/feet and extend
your hips.
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GREEN BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
BASIC TERMINOLOGY:
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Kumite: Sparring
Arrigato: Thank You
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Tai Sabaki: Body Maneuvering
Kime: Focus
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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27 Movements
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Jab, knife hand strike
Rear Kick
Jab, overhand right
Jab, cross, center kick, spinning back kick
Hook Kick
Demonstrate your ability to parry punches
DEFENDING THE ROUNDHOUSE PUNCH
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Instructor Initials
Anchor + Base
Low and high swim
Knee Push defense
Modified Mount (hands down option)
Take The Back (when he turns into you)
SUBMISSION FROM MOUNT (Top position)
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Instructor Initials
Parry, roundhouse kick and cross
Parry, grab shoulder and knees
POSITIONAL CONTROL FROM THE MOUNT POSITION (Top)
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Instructor Initials
Triangle block with knees, push head into a arm bar
Triangle block with knees, pull guard
Triangle block with knees, pull forward and take his back
Knife hand block, cross, knees
Triangle, clench, knees, shoulder strikes, shin + foot stomps
DEFENDING THE CROSS
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Instructor Initials
Normal Cross Choke
Two Handed Choke
Sleeve Wheel Choke
Baseball Choke
Single Wing Choke (bottom man turns to his side)
Sliding Collar Choke (bottom man turns to his side)
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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PURPLE BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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Heian Shodan: Peaceful Mind, First Level
Instructor Initials
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Ridge hand strike
Hammer fist strike
Double jab, cross, hook
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Outside crecent kick
Inside cresent kick
Wheel kick
DEFENDING THE ROUNDHOUSE PUNCH:
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Triangle block into a standing armbar
Triangle block, clench into a double leg take down
Shuto block, cross, arm drag into a valley drop
Triangle block, O Soto Gari, near + far side arm bars
Triangle block into a standing guillotine choke
Instructor Initials
TAKEDOWNS
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Haymaker Punch Defense into Valley Drop
Clench position knee block takedown
Clench position foot sweep
STANDING SUBMISSION COUNTERS
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Instructor Initials
Near/far side arm bar
ESCAPING THE SIDE MOUNT POSITION (Bottom Position)
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Instructor Initials
Roll Prevention with shoulder pressure so the bottom man can’t escape.
Scarf Hold (Guard Prevention)
Ø Bent Arm lock with legs
Ø Straight arm lock with legs
Ø Arm triangle
SUBMISSION FROM THE SIDE MOUNT POSITION (TOP)
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Instructor Initials
Standing Headlock Defense (side clinch, turn chin and control hands)
Ø Hook the nose and strike the groin, valley drop
MAINTAINING THE SIDE MOUNT POSITION
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Instructor Initials
Shrimp Escape
Ø Elbow Escape into the Guard Position
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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PURPLE BELT TEST REQUIREMENTS (contd)
HEADLOCK ESCAPES FROM SCARF HOLD
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Frame Escape to armbar
Leg Hook Escape (take the back)
Instructor Initials
KNIFE ATTACKS
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Knife to the inside of the neck (palm up)
Knife to the outside of the neck ( palm down)
Instructor Initials
GUN ATTACKS
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Gun to the face area
Gun to the chest
Instructor Initials
SELF DEFENSE
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Instructor Initials
Front bear hug without arms
Front bear hug with arms
Single & double label grab
Standing front choke with one and two hands
Shoulder grab
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BROWN BELT TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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Heian Nidan: Peaceful Mind, Second Level
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Jab, cross, switch step round house kick
Center kick, center kick, superman punch (front & back leg)
Jab, cross, hook, spinning hammer fist
Instructor Initials
TAKEDOWNS
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Triangle block, clinch into Major Hip Throw (O Goshi)
Jab, cross, roundhouse, double leg take down
Flying scissors takedown from a shoulder grab
Instructor Initials
DEFENDING KICKS
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Push Kick with rear leg
Check the rear thai kick to leg and counter with a cross
Cover the rear thai kick to leg and counter with a cross
Cover + Catch the rear thai kick to leg with an inside leg trip.
Catch the center kick with an inside trip to knee bar.
SUBMISSIONS FROM THE GUARD POSITION (on your back)
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Instructor Initials
Triangle
Armbar
Triangle into the armbar
Kimura
Double armbar
Omoplata
Armbar into a omoplata
Take the back, hooks into a rear naked choke.
CHOKES FROM THE GUARD POSITION (on your back)
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Instructor Initials
Normal Cross Choke
Two Handed Choke
Sleeve Wheel Choke
Baseball Choke
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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BROWN BELT TESTING REQUIREMENTS (contd)
Instructor Initials
KNIFE ATTACKS
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Overhead knife attack
Ø Bent arm lock
Ø Straight arm lock
Ø Redirect the knife
Straight stab
Slashing
Ø - Double knife hand strike into a arm bar
Instructor Initials
GUN ATTACKS
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Gun to the arm/shoulder
Instructor Initials
SELF DEFENSE
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Wrist grab
Shoulder grab
Hair grab
Front choke (one + two hands)
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
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BROWN BELT ONE STRIPE TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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Heian Sandan: Peaceful Mind, Third Level
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Thai clinch while throwing knees
Jab, inside leg kick, jab, cross, rear leg kick
Jab, switch step to inside leg kick
Front leg center kick, jab, cross into a low round house kick.
Instructor Initials
TAKEDOWNS
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Lateral Drop from the clinch
Triangle block, front clinch into a Body Fold Takedown (opponent tries to punch you
and leans back)
Triangle block, clinch, Body Fold Takedown attempt into a Leg Hook Takedown
SWEEPS FROM THE GUARD POSITION (on your back)
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Instructor Initials
Defend yourself from all weapon attacks
STANDING SUBMISSION COUNTERS
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Instructor Initials
Elevator Sweep -Shrimp your hips toward the post leg and under hook arm as you
chop left leg & lift
Stomach Throw (opponent stands in your guard)
Double Ankle Sweep Knee Thrust (opponent stands in your guard)
Double Ankle Sweep Kick (opponent stands in your guard)
Bump up reversal
Bump up reversal into a guillotine choke
Scissors sweep (narrow base)
Roll over sweep from armbar (top man brings his knee up)
Push Sweep (wide base)
KNIFE AND GUN ATTACKS
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Instructor Initials
Instructor Initials
Standing Guillotine Defense -arm over the back and move to the opposite side of the
choke & chop the knee
Choke from behind
Ø Shoulder drop throw
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BROWN BELT TWO STRIPES TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Instructor Initials
KATA:
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Heian Yondan: Peaceful Mind, Fourth Level
PUNCHING & KICKING COMBINATIONS
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Parry center kick with front hand, thai kick to back leg, cross
Fake the shot, over hand right
Inside leg kick, cross, hook, outside leg kick
Outside leg kick, left hook, cross, outside leg kick
Jujitsu standup with roundhouse kicks
Instructor Initials
TAKEDOWNS
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Duck under from the clench, Valley Drop
Double leg takedown from the clinch
Hip Wheel (sag hips) from the clinch into a scarf hold
SWEEPS FROM THE GUARD POSITION (on your back)
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Instructor Initials
Defang the snake
STANDING SUBMISSION
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Instructor Initials
Sleeve Wheel Choke
Arm bar
Rear Naked Choke
Single Wing Choke
Sliding Collar Choke
CLUB DEFENSE FROM YOUR BACK AND STANDING
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Instructor Initials
Bullfighting pass (standing outside guard)
Double Under Hook Guard Pass
SUBMISSIONS FROM THE REAR MOUNT POSITION
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Instructor Initials
Sickle Sweep
Hook Sweep
Passing The Guard (on top)
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Instructor Initials
Standing Guillotine Attack (Point your elbow towards the ceiling)
Pull Guard Variation (Opponent resists and continues to drive into you)
DEFEND WITH CONFIDENCE
Instructor Initials
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BLACK BELT TESTING REQUIREMENTS
ATTITUDE
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You must demonstrate and consistently portray a good positive attitude towards
yourself and others in and out of our school. Without the presence of a good attitude
at this school, your chances of achieving a Black Belt or any rank are non-existent.
“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his
goals; nothing on earth help the man with the wrong mental attitude”.
- W.W Ziege
ATTENDANCE
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You must demonstrate consistent attendance throughout our program to be
recognized for this rank. Consistency and accomplishing small goals along the way
is your path to Black Belt at our school.
“Slow and steady wins the race”
- Aesop
PERFORMANCE
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You must show proficient ability in blending and transitioning from technique to
technique while training. The measurement of performance is different for each
individual. Consistently improving from day to day, month to month and rank to rank
is what you must strive for.
“Those who confront the ill-prepared with preparation will stand victorious.”
- Sun Tsu
KNOWLEDGE
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You must be able to demonstrate and understand all of the techniques in our
manual. However, knowing how to only “demonstrate” each technique is not the
goal. You must also understand and have studied each technique thoroughly to
qualify for this rank.
“It’s impossible for a man to learn what he thinks he already knows.”
- Epictetus
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BASIC JAPANESE VOCABULARY
Arrigato
Ashi
Atemi Waza
Budo
Bushi
Bushido
Bujutsu
Chudan
Dan
Do
Dojo
Dachi
Danzan
Thank You
Foot or leg
Striking Techniques
Martial Arts
Warrior
Way of the warrior
Martial Arts
Middle Level (chest region)
Black belt grade
Way, path to perfection
Training hall
Stance
Cedar mountain (Hawaii
Island)
Eri
Lapel
Gedan
Lower level (leg region)
Geri Waza
Kicking Techniques
Go-No-Sen Defense is offense
Goshin Jutsu The Art of Self-Defense
Goshin Waza
Gaeshi
Gi
Gari
Geri
Guruma
Gatame
Gake
Gyaku
Hai
Haisoku
Hajime
Hidari
Hanshi
Hiza
Harai
Hane
Ippon
Jime
Jodan
Jitsu
Ju
Jujutsuka
Jujutsu gi
Self-Defense Techniques
Takedown
Martial art uniform
Reap
Kick
Wheel
Lock
Hook
Reverse
Yes
Instep of foot
Begin
Left
Ninth and tenth dan’s
Knee
Sweep
Springing
One
Strangulationg/choking
technique
Upper level (head region)
Art
Soft
Student of jujutsu
Uniform worn by jujutsuka
Juji
Kakato
Kansetsu Waza
Kata
Ki
Kiai
Kime
Kokoro
Koshi
Kumite
Kyoshi
Katame Waza
Kyotsuke
Kyu
Kodenkan
Cross
Heel or foot
Joint locking tech.
Forms Training
Spiritual or mental
energy
Shout
Focus
Heat + soul of a
person
Ball of the foot
Sparring Training
7th + 8th degree dans
Grappling techniques
Come to attention
Colored belts
To impart knowledge
from Sr. member to
Mudansha
Morote
Nage Waza
Nihon
Nami
Jr. member.
Ancient martial arts
Wrist
Minor
Revival technique
Drill
Balance
Distance
Punching pad
Stop
Right
No mind (A mind not
fixed upon anything +
open to everything)
Color belt ranks
Two handed
Throwing technique
Japan
Normal
Obi
Osaekomi
O (prefix)
Otoshi
Okuri
Belt
Hold down
Major
Drop
Sliding
Kobudo
Kote
Ko (prefix)
Katsu
Keiko
Kuzushi
Ma
Makiwara
Matte
Migi
Mushin
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BASIC JAPANESE VOCABULARY (contd)
Randori
Renshi
Ryu
Rei
Shime
Waza
Sempei
Sensei
Shihan
Sokuto
Soto
Seoi
Seiza
Sode
Seiken
Sutemi
Soke
Tai
Tai Sabaki
Tatami
Te
Mat training
4th – 6th degree black belts
School
Bow
Choking
Technique
Upper classmate
Upper
Masterclassmate Teacher
Knife edge of foot
Outside
Shoulder
Kneeling position
Sleeve
Main knuckles
Sacrifice
Family head or founder
Body
Body maneuvering
Mats
Hands
Teisoke
Tori
Sole of foot
Defender (The person
being attacked
Circle stomach
Exercise
Inside or strike
Aggressor (The
person attacking tori)
Break falling tech.
Arm or block
Floating
Rear
Technique
Armpit
Forerunner to jujitsu
Prepare
Continue
Black belt ranks
Side
Tomoe
Taiso
Uchi
Uke
Ukemi Waza
Ude
Uki
Ushiro
Waza
Wake
Yawara
Yoi
Yoshi
Yudansha
Yoko
Counting in Japanese
1.)
2.)
3.)
4.)
Ichi
(ee chee)
Ni
(nee)
San
(sawn)
Yon
(yawn)
Shi
(she)
5.) Go
6.) Roku
(row ku)
7.) Shichi (shee chee)
8.) Hachi (ha chee)
9.) Ku
(koo)
10.) Ju
(joo)
11.) Ju Ichi
12.) Ju Ni
13.) Ju San
14.) Ju Yon/Shi
15.) Ju Go
16.) Ju Roku
17.) Ju Shichi
18.) Ju Hachi
19.) Ju Ku
20.) Ni Ju
21.) Ni Ju Ichi
22.) Ni Ju Ni
23.) Ni Ju San
24.) Ni Ju Yon/Shi
25.) Ni Ju Go
26.) Ni Ju Roku
27.) Ni Ju Shichi
28.) Ni Ju Hachi
29.) Ni Ju Ku
30.) San Ju
31.) San Ju Ichi
32.) San Ju Ni
33.) San Ju San
34.) San Ju Yon/Shi
35.) San Ju Go
36.) San Ju Roku
37.) San Ju Shichi
38.) San Ju Hachi
39.) San Ju Ku
40.) Yon Ju
41.) Yon Ju Ichi
42.) Yon Ju Ni
43.) Yon Ju San
44.) Yon Ju Yon/Shi
45.) Yon Ju Go
46.) Yon Ju Roku
47.) Yon Ju Shichi
48.) Yon Ju Hachi
49.) Yon Ju Ku
50.) Go Ju
***** We use YON as the number four. SHI is also used as the number four in
different Japanese arts, both are correct. *****
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