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Training Self Defense?  There are many opinions and opposing views on self defense versus sport.  People take sides on which is better and instead of taking an objective approach to the subject.  Overall, you much approach your training different, because your outcome and environment will vastly differ.  Many of the techniques you use in both self defense and sport Jujitsu are similar.  The difference is that you are training for a different outcome, which requires different ....

Success is in the Beginning (required reading. Link brings you to homepage, so click on Philosophy at bottom)
By Anthony P. Janovich.  I began practicing Danzan-Ryu Jujutsu under Prof. Sig Kufferath on my twelfth birthday. I had no idea that the art would become part of my life. I practice Danzan-Ryu 365 days a year. During my formative years of training, I spent many, many hours after classes and on weekends in discussion with my teacher.

Jujutsu, Jujitsu, Jiu-Jitsu?   Depending on the source, you will see a variety of spelling of the Japanese martial art which is translated, "gentle art".  One can see Jujutsu, Jujitsu, Jiu-Jitsu....

Striking in Jujutsu: There are many people that think that there is no striking in Jujutsu, unless you add it in from another style - kickboxing or karate. In all actuality, it has been there all along...

Karate vs Jujutsu: Many people see the widening gaps between Karate and Jujutsu. Outside of the basic punch and kicks of Karate, many do not see the practicality that is commonly seen in Jujutsu. This is especially true of the katas in Karate...

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