| In the traditional sense, Jujitsu has pretty much
been taught since its inception via the utilization of pressure points,
joint manipulation, and stable body position as a means to disable one's
opponent. The Shorinji Kempo style of Jujitsu (Juho) evolved the
traditional jujitsu Styles by incorporating kicks and punches. | It did this by including movements from the Shaolin Monk
styles that have existed for centuries in China. These movements are
primarily characterized by their circular nature and their pronouncedly
skewed stances and body positions.
As Miyake Sensei progressed through his study of
Shorinji Kempo (He received his 6th Degree Black Belt from Doshin So in
1978), he began to wonder if perhaps there was way to improve on what he
had already learned. He began shortening long circular movements,
correcting body position, emphasizing sharp movements that would produce
punches and kicks that were accurate and extremely powerful. He also
stresses Japanese Kempo and Karate techniques to make Aiki-Jujitsu more
effective and realistic as Budo (Japanese Martial Art). |
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