Zankido Ryu Ju-Jitsu Clevedon

WHAT IS ZANKIDO-RYU JU-JITSU?
Ju-Jitsu is said to be one of the oldest and original martial arts. As far back as 8th century, Ju-jitsu was taught to the military rulers (Clans) including Samurai in Feudal Japan. Although history indicates that it was in existence in Far east cultures before Christ in Europe. Each Feudal Clan had its own style and specific moves, including the use of armed and unarmed attacks following the code of Bushido. Over the centuries, these skills were developed and practically applied in battle and local Clan disputes. (47 Ronin, The Last Samurai) In more modern times, Ju-jitsu has given rise to many different martial arts including Judo, Aikido, Krav Magra and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.

Zankido-Ryu is a traditional style of Atemi Ju-Jitsu developed by Sensei Chad Sidaway (8th DAN) over 25 years ago. We teach ancient Ju-Jitsu techniques based on the code of Bushido, also applying them in a modern day self-defence situation.

Zankido-Ryu covers everything from unarmed striking techniques, nerve attacks, joint locks, chokes, throws/takedowns, punch and kick defenses, restraint escapes, strangulation escapes, defenses from weapon attacks, ground fighting techniques and Kata work, to the use of weaponry such as Bo and Jo staff, Nunchaku and Katana (samurai) sword.

Whether you're an absolute beginner or a Martial Arts fanatic, Ju-Jitsu is a style worth sticking at! As it provides a relevant system of self defense that will work in an everyday, REAL LIFE situation. And as well as that, it promotes personal fitness and body hardening/conditioning!

WHERE CAN I TRAIN?

Weston-s-Mare Branch:
THE CRICKET CLUB, DEVONSHIRE ROAD
BS23-4NY
Training Monday / Thursday, 8pm-10pm
Call: 07788426494

Clevedon Branch:
A&S Police GYM
Police HQ
Portishead
BS208QJ
Call: 07989662236

Torquay Branch:
St. Peters Centre, Queensway, Torquay
TQ2 6BP
Call: 07941010318

WHAT TO WEAR?

Beginners and first timers aren't required to wear a Gi straight away as obviously it would be a waste of money if the student didn't continue to train. So gym-wear is fine at first. However every student who wishes to commit to training will eventually need to purchase a tough, hard-wearing Ju-Jitsu or Judo style Gi due to the nature of the art. (karate or TKD style Gis are not recommended as they are likely to tear!)