Kyusho Jitsu
From Master Art Mason
Kyūshojutsu|急所術}}, meaning "one second fighting," is a term used in Japanese martial arts to attack the pressure points of the body. The term is often transliterated informally as Kyusho-Jitsu.
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Practice
Kyusho Jitsu practitioners maintain that it is somewhat difficult to master because the pressure point must be hit at the correct angle and direction but it is possible to gain dramatic results with relatively little force. Most of the problem with martial artist who are studying Kyusho is they have not spent enough time understanding their root art, thus making Kyusho more difficult to master.
Kyusho-Jitsu proponents state that it uses the same Meridian (Chinese medicine)and pressure points as those used in acupuncture[1]. The first level of kyusho training is devoted to healing and revival by striking pressure points that correlate to nerves and organs throughout the body. They state it has been regarded as one of the highest secrets in martial arts for many centuries, though claims of this sort remain unsubstantiated.
Some instructors are integrating Kyusho Jitsu into their system – karate, Jujutsu, Hapkido etc. – as a way to supplement their training and make the techniques they already know more effective.
Over the years many martial arts teaches have referred to the use of "nerve strikes". Now a pressure point in the body is a place where a nerve either end, crosses with another nerve of branches out. Nerve strike have always been considered to be very effect. The art of Kyusho Jitsu is the study of these points, and how to best attack these nerve ends or Pressure Points.
Knockouts
Their are sever different types of Knockout that can happen to a person. The Neurological Knockout is what happens in Kyusho after the proper execution of certain techniques.[2]
Concussion
Caused by blunt trauma to the head resulting in bruising or damage to one or more areas of the brain as it collides with the inside of the skull. This can be caused by heavy impact to the skull such as a martial arts strike, a fall, car accident, etc.[3]
Neurological
Caused by a short circuit, overload, or imbalance in the central nervous system (involving both the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems). This can be using Kyusho Jitsu techniques. It may also be caused by extreme stress, emotions, shock, or extreme trauma to any area of the body (a broken or crushed limb for example). This kind of knockout can also be chemically induced (alcohol, toxins, allergies).
Cardiovascular/Respiratory
These are Caused by limiting the oxygen supply to the brain. This can be caused by choking or strangulation involving the air supply, the flow of blood or both. It can also be caused by impact to veins or arteries causing a disruption in the flow of blood, or by dislodging plaque from the arterial walls causing clots.
Other causes such as stroke, cardio vascular disease and respiratory ailments such as asthma are considered cardiovascular/respiratory issues but may also be triggered neurologically.
Vital Points vs Pressure Points
The difference between the term "Vital Point" and "Pressure Points"[4] is that the body will instinctively protect "Vital Points" Examples are groin, throat, eyes, nose etc. The body will not instinctively protect "pressure points". This is why learning the system can be so valuable for any martial art practitioner regardless of style or root art. The term vital point is often confused with pressure points. These are not the same thing, however you may find various instances were the reference is used for pressure points.
Learning Kyusho Jitsu
Information on Learning Kyusho Jitsu
Grand Master George Dillman
George A. Dillman, a 10th degree black belt in Ryukyu Kempo Tomari-te, was honored by Black Belt Magazine as "1997 -- Instructor of the Year" is one of the USA's best-known and well-established martial arts personalities. Dillman came to the attention of the martial arts press when he began competing in the early 1960's. By the middle of that decade, he had started running his own tournament, called the Northeast Open Karate Championships. This competition was held annually -- the first kicking off in Palmer Park, Maryland in 1966. The site was moved to Suitland, Maryland in 1967, and moved again to Reading, Pennsylvania in 1968 where it was held until 1996.
Because of his perseverance, Dillman's martial arts talents have earned him widespread U.S. media coverage. He has appeared on 35 national TV shows, including: Real People, Mike Douglas, PM Magazine, Evening Magazine, and NBC's Sports Machine. Dillman has also been featured five times in Ripley's Believe It or Not, and has been the subject of over 300 newspaper and magazine articles. Dillman, who was a professional boxer for three and one half years, is the only person known to have trained with both Bruce Lee and Muhammad Ali. In May of 1988, Dillman was inducted into the Berks County Sports Hall of Fame. He was the first martial artist to be included.
Currently, Dillman travels the world teaching seminars on pressure points and tuite (grappling) hidden within the traditional movements of the old martial arts forms. It is his research and scientific dissection of the old forms that is earning him his most notoriety. Never one to shy away from controversy, Dillman has rediscovered a formerly secret level of meaning for kata movements, and has made that interpretation understandable to all. He has produced a DVD instructional series on the pressure points, and has written six books with Chris Thomas. Kyusho-Jitsu: The Dillman Method of Pressure Point Fighting; Advanced Pressure Point fighting of Ryukyu Kempo; Advanced Pressure Point Grappling: Tuite; Pressure Point Karate Made Easy; Little Jay Learns Karate; and Humane Pressure Point Self-Defense. The books have been said to be, "the definitive martial arts books of the century," and "unparalleled among current martial arts literature."
Dillman is the chief instructor for Dillman Karate International, an organization of over 85 schools worldwide, with an enrollment of nearly 15,000 students. He has studied under five 10th degree black belts from Okinawa and is currently furthering his personal study through research, practice, and the sharing of techniques with Professor Wally Jay (Small Circle Jujitsu).
The above was taken from Mr. Dillman's website[5]
Professor Wally Jay
The thing that makes the Dillman System of pressure points, known as Kyusho Jitsu work so well is something called "Two Way Action". Two Way Action was something discovered by Small Circle Jujitsu[6] Founder Wally Jay[7]. The theory behind this revolutionary martial arts method is lever/fulcrum theory that is ingrained in its every technique.
An example of this is in a finger lock. Pressure is first applied to the fulcrum of the lock, which is the knuckles of the hand, then pressure is applied to the lever or fingers. This will cause much more pressure to be exerted and a much more painful result.
Two way action can also be applied to any martial arts striking techniques, which makes Kyusho Jitsu more effective as a defense method.
Professor Jay recently retire from active martial arts teaching. His son Leon has taken over the operations for him. Grand Master Leon Jay[8] is an 8th Degree Black Belt in Kyusho Jitsu. Leon Jay is currently living and teaching in England.
Dr. Steve Stewart
Professor Stewart is the highest ranked American Kenpo (7th degree) and Kyusho-Jitsu (8th degree) Martial Artist in Canada. He formerly served as both the Canadian Rep for the WKKA (Worldwide Kenpo Karate Association) and International Director. Professor Stewart was also a member of the WKKA National Demonstration Team (1996 - 2001) and performed at many major events in both Canada and the United States. His introduction to the Martial Arts dates back to August 1973.
Professor Stewart has been in a number of martial arts magazines over the years including Black Belt, Inside Kung Fu, Budo, Martial Arts Business on-line and most recently on the cover of Martial Arts Professional Magazine (December 2004 Issue). Professor Stewart has also been in martial arts magazines in Australia, Europe and France. He has been interviewed by local television (Rogers Cable) and a guest on "Breakfast Television". In April of 2003 he was recruited by Blue Dragon Entertainment to have a role in a film titled "TRANSFORMED"[9]. It has been released in Europe and is scheduled to be released in North America a local videos stores in 2005. He conducts seminars all over the world to all styles of the martial arts adding the art of Kyusho to their discipline, even as a Kenpo Stylist himself, the art of Kyusho (Pressure Point Combat) can elevate ones level of knowledge within their art by 200%. Dr Steve runs an acupuncture clinic[10] in London Ontario as well.
Professor Stewart trains with Mr. Frank Trejo (10th Degree American Kenpo). Professor Trejo ran The Mr. Parker Studio in Pasadena California, traveled with Mr.Parker regularly to other countries and won the Long Beach Internationals in Sparring 19 times. He was also a former head coach of the Budwiser Karate Demonstration team in the mid 80's. Master Art_Mason is a first generation Kyusho student of Dr. Steve Stewart.
Steve Stewart also founder KIA, Kyusho International Alliance Research[11], having students and instructors under him in Canada, USA, Australia and Europe. The information provided is from Dr. Steve Stewart's website[12].
See also
External links
- Kyusho Do
- Oyata`s Official RyuTe Website
- Dillman Karate International
- Kyusho Jitsu Canada
- Steve Stewart's Modern Martial Arts
- Kyusho Jitsu Home Study Course
- Kyusho Jitsu Seminars at your School
- Kyusho Jitsu Canada Blog
