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Our logo - What does it mean?
The Japanes sign used across the black and white part of the logo mean Ju Jitsu.
The yin and yang background is a philosophical concept that describes how opposite or contrary forces may actually be complementary and how they may rise to each other as they interrelate to one another. In Martial Arts terms, this means that instead of meeting force with force, Ju Jitsu is aiming to redirect an opponent's strength against themselves by continuously adapting until a satisfactory outcome is reached.
What is Ju Jitsu? (柔術)
Jujitsu (also known as 'Jiu Jitsu' and 'Ju Jitsu')
Jujitsu is an excellent all-round form of self defence. Anyone can practice it, regardless of their age or physical abilities.
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It is the grandfather of Japanese martial arts and is a key component in MMA and UFC. It is clearly visible in other arts such as Judo and Aikido.
What are the kuy grades?
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​Kyū ranks progress using a descending order system, so 1st kyū is the highest. For example, the first kyū outranks the 2nd kyū. The Dan ranking system starts after 1st kyū. Essentially, the kyū is the number of steps before reaching mastery whereas the dan gives steps into mastery.