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| Kodokan
Judo Tournament Rules |
Kano
Jiu-Jitsu Contest Rules
H. Irving Hancock and Katsukuma Higashi, The Complete
Kano Jiu-Jitsu (Judo), (New York: Dover Publications,
1905)
1. Each contestant
shall wear coat and belt.
2. A contestant shall
be deemed to have been defeated when his two shoulders
and hips shall have touched the floor, provided that said
contestant shall have reached this position on the floor
through having been thrown down.3. A contestant shall be deemed to have been defeated when
in such position on the floor, if said combatant cannot
free himself from his opponent's arms within two seconds'
time.
4. A contestant shall be deemed to have been defeated
when from any cause or causes he may become unconscious.
But it is not permitted to use serious tricks when the
wrestling bout is between friends. Such tricks as kicking
and the breaking of arms, legs, and neck are barred.
5. A combatant shall be deemed to have been
defeated when he has been reduced to submission through
the employment by his opponent of any hold or trick.
6. When a defeated
combatant finds himself obliged to acknowledge his submission,
he must pat or hit the floor or his antagonist's body,
or somewhere, with his hand or foot. This patting with
foot or hand is to be regarded as a token of surrender.
7. When a defeated combatant pats or hits the
floor, or anywhere, in token of submission, the victor
must at once let go his hold.
8. It is understood and agreed that the Jiu-Jitsu
man, whether he fights a boxer or contests with a wrestler,
shall be allowed to use in his defense any of the tricks
that belong to the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
9. It is further understood
and agreed that the Jiu-Jitsu man assumes no responsibility
for any injury or injuries caused by any act or thing
done during the contest, and that the Jiu-Jitsu man shall
be held free and blameless for any such ill effect or
injury that may be received during the contest.
10. Two competent
witnesses representing each side, or four in all, shall
see to it that these articles of agreement are properly
drawn, signed, and witnessed, to the end that neither
contestant or other participant in the match shall have
cause for action on any ground or grounds resulting from
any injury or injuries, or death, caused during the contest.
..Source: AIKDOfaq |
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| Sidekick Foundation |
"Many
studies show that martial arts training improves mental,
physical and spiritual health. Our purpose is to bring
those health-giving programs to various at-risk groups,
such as "at-risk" children, people with disabilities
and the elderly. In addition, the Foundation funds studies
to show the effectiveness of martial arts programs to
address the needs of different groups." more "Sidekick Foundation":  |
| Shoshin
Nagamine |
Founder
and Head of World Matsubayashi-ryu Karate Association
On 15 July 1907, I was born in Tomari-son, Naha
City, of my father, Shoho and my mother Gozei. Though
my physique was rather small, I was active and aggressive
as any other healthy boys in my preschool days.
Completing the compulsory education of primary school
in March 1923, I entered Naha City-run 5-year Commercial
School. However, when I was second-year student
of the school, I suffered from a gastroenteric disorder
and given a medication for some time. But, because
of inefficacy of the medication, I had to resort
to a diet, while practicing Karate at the backyard
of neighbor friend, Mr. Chojin Kuba. It was in 1926
and I was 17 years of age. Though
the hard work both at school and training of Karate,
I succeeded in recovering from illness, making me
quite confident of good health. When I reached the
senior year, I had a chance to participate, as a
leader of Karate Club, in an annual martial arts
of Kendo and Karate among various schools. In those
days, I began, earnestly, work out every night at
the ground of Tomari Primary School, under the guidance
of old master, Mr. Kotatsu Iha. .Source: matsubayashi-ryu.com |
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| Dojo
Etiquette |
Proper
observance of etiquette is as much a part of your
training as is learning techniques. Please take
the following guidelines seriously.
When entering or leaving the dojo, it is proper
to bow in the direction of O Sensei's picture, the
kamiza, or the front of the dojo. You should also
bow when entering or leaving the mat.
No shoes on the mat.
Be on time for class.If you do happen to arrive
late, sit quietly in seiza on the edge of the mat
until the instructor grants permission to join practice.
If you should have to leave the mat or dojo for
any reason during class, approach the instructor
and ask permission.
Avoid sitting on the mat with your back to the picture
of O Sensei or the kamiza. Also, do not lean against
the walls or sit with your legs stretched out. (Either
sit in seiza or cross- legged.)
Remove watches, rings and other jewelry before practice.
Do not bring food, gum, or beverages with you into
the dojo.
Please keep your finger and toe nails cut short.
Please keep talking during class to a minimum. What
conversation there is should be restricted to one
topic -- Aikido.
Carry out the directives of the instructor PROMPTLY.
Do not keep the rest of the class waiting for you!
Do not engage in rough-housing or needless contests
of strength during class.
Keep your training uniform clean, in good shape,
and free of offensive odors.
Please pay your membership dues promptly. If, for
any reason, you are unable to pay your dues on time,
talk with the person in charge of dues collection.
Sometimes special rates are available for those
experiencing financial hardship.
Do not change your clothes on the mat.
Remember that you are here to learn, and not to
gratify your ego. An attitude of receptivity and
humility (though not obsequiousness) is therefore
advised.
Preserve common-sense standards of decency and respect
at all times.
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| Jim
KELLY |
....They
asked me to show them some karate, so I started
jumping all over the room, throwing kicks
all over the place. Then they said "Do
you know Bruce Lee?" I had to say no,
because I'd never met him. I just knew of
him from his Green Hornet television show.
Then Fred looked at me and said "When
can you leave for Hong Kong? You have the
part." So I flew out to Hong Kong and
shot Enter the Dragon with the great Bruce
Lee.
Jim Kelly took up boxing to supplement his
martial arts skills and learn the boxer's
mentality. Kelly claims a lot of martial artists
underestimate boxing skills.
BB:
What was it like working with Lee?
KELLY: Oh man. That's a story in itself. Bruce
is one of my heroes. I had the utmost respect
for him, not only as a martial artist, but
also as a human being. Because I know what
Bruce Lee went through. Most people don't
realize that Bruce didn't just pop out and
become a star. It was hard as hell for Bruce
to become an actor. And the reason why was
because he was Chinese. America did not want
a Chinese hero, and that's why he left for
Hong Kong. He was down and out. He was hurt
financially. He told me that he tried to stick
it out, but he couldn't get the work he wanted.
So he said "Hey, I'm gone." My understanding,
from talking to Bruce, was that the Kung Fu
series was written for him, and Bruce wanted
to do that.......Source: blackbeltmag.com |
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