Self Defence

As we teach ‘street technique’ martial arts opposed to a sport-focused approach all our disciplines have strong self defence influences.

Our Goshin Jiu Jitsu self defence techniques have been designed and thoroughly tested so that they are:

• simple and effective
• easy to recall and implement
• highly effective at not just deterring an attacker but also leaving them unable to continue

A key focus is on avoiding being taken to the ground but in reality attackers are seldom alone so we also routinely practice get-ups.

The key to our techniques is that your attackers’ strength and size are not seen as limitations. By learning to manipulate joints, target pressure points, use locks, throws and strangles, and repeatedly practicing these against a range of opponents in a variety of situations, effective self protection is possible.

Confidence

A big part of what we do as a club is about improving self confidence and self-esteem; working on eye contact, an assertive stance and using your voice in a powerful way are all fundamental to our self defence teaching.

Surprise Attacks

To ensure students are able to retain the techniques and use them on demand, we pressure test them regularly in class through sparring and unplanned 'surprise' attacks. This may seem a little extreme, but it takes place in a controlled manner and it is essential to have the element of surprise and fear and STILL be able to defend yourself.

Weapons Training

We draw on elements of traditional martial arts including defence against weapons. Students are taught that defence against a weapon attack is an extreme situation and your priority should be avoidance and escape. However, from a legal standpoint, it is reasonable to assume that an attacker with a weapon is intent on causing lethal bodily harm and your response can therefore reasonably be more severe.