"Ask Sensei" with Professor Pritchett
Footwork is the bridge...
The bridge to where, Sensei?
The bridge to Understanding…
The bridge to where, Sensei?
The bridge to Understanding…
Sensei, what is the philosophy of SanDa JiuJitsu Do?
The philosophy of San Da - JiuJitsu - Do is to seamlessly merge concepts from multiple systems in a continuous flow, freeing the martial artist from the restrictions of a single system. Footwork!
The philosophy of San Da - JiuJitsu - Do is to seamlessly merge concepts from multiple systems in a continuous flow, freeing the martial artist from the restrictions of a single system. Footwork!
Sensei, what makes SanDa JiuJitsu Do different from other arts?
Where other systems have fallen short through technique alone, we overcome through consciousness of mind and self.
Where other systems have fallen short through technique alone, we overcome through consciousness of mind and self.
Sensei, how do you know how much force to use?
The "Level of Aggression" should always be reflective of the threat, and enough to neutralize the situation. Attack what attacks you!
The "Level of Aggression" should always be reflective of the threat, and enough to neutralize the situation. Attack what attacks you!
‘San Da’ is a Chinese term and ‘JiuJitsu’ is a Japanese term. Is that a contradiction?
No. San Da means ‘Free Striking’ derived from Chinese culture, while JiuJitsu means “the gentle art of manipulating and guiding the body” derived from Japanese culture. I have combined concepts from two cultures through an eclectic vision of the martial arts.
Many times you will find that the martial arts are synonymous with culture, thereby locking the martial artist into a concept through the culture. If I only practice Chinese martial arts or Japanese martial arts, then I restrict myself from other styles of martial arts and the use of their concepts. By freeing one’s self from cultural exclusiveness you can release the martial artist from the restrictions that are placed because of culture.
No. San Da means ‘Free Striking’ derived from Chinese culture, while JiuJitsu means “the gentle art of manipulating and guiding the body” derived from Japanese culture. I have combined concepts from two cultures through an eclectic vision of the martial arts.
Many times you will find that the martial arts are synonymous with culture, thereby locking the martial artist into a concept through the culture. If I only practice Chinese martial arts or Japanese martial arts, then I restrict myself from other styles of martial arts and the use of their concepts. By freeing one’s self from cultural exclusiveness you can release the martial artist from the restrictions that are placed because of culture.
Are you saying there is no format in SanDa JiuJitsu?
By no means does this mean that there is no structure. It is derived from many concepts which should allow for a higher level of freedom. It is a system taught as a martial science, understanding that one moves more freely when there is a “Bridge” between concepts.
By no means does this mean that there is no structure. It is derived from many concepts which should allow for a higher level of freedom. It is a system taught as a martial science, understanding that one moves more freely when there is a “Bridge” between concepts.
What does the SanDa JiuJitsu Do symbol represent?
The outer shape is the Lotus Flower. In Chinese culture it is considered to be a good omen. It is a flower that is continuously being reborn, very similar to the mythological bird The Phoenix. The inner circle is not the traditional Yin and Yang symbol. Our symbol is flowing in the opposite direction, representing the contrast in traditional thought process. Ours is reversed because our system is non-traditional, therefore our symbol is non-traditional. When you combine that with the Lotus flower, it is ever evolving as the system and the martial artist evolve.
The outer shape is the Lotus Flower. In Chinese culture it is considered to be a good omen. It is a flower that is continuously being reborn, very similar to the mythological bird The Phoenix. The inner circle is not the traditional Yin and Yang symbol. Our symbol is flowing in the opposite direction, representing the contrast in traditional thought process. Ours is reversed because our system is non-traditional, therefore our symbol is non-traditional. When you combine that with the Lotus flower, it is ever evolving as the system and the martial artist evolve.
Sensei, how important is breathing in your technique?
Very important! Most martial artist focus on breathing after they advance to higher ranks, when in actuality, breathing should be taught as a beginner. Breathing helps you to remain focused under fatigue.
Very important! Most martial artist focus on breathing after they advance to higher ranks, when in actuality, breathing should be taught as a beginner. Breathing helps you to remain focused under fatigue.
Sensei, does SanDa JiuJitsu Do use or train with weapons?
Yes. During your fundamental levels you are trained in Arnis stick fighting techniques and basic knife fighting offense and defense. As you advance in level the Bo staff, and at Black Belt level, swords among other weapons, as they help to master movement as the weapons become an extension of yourself. Emphasis is always placed on realistic, fundamental, basic weapons that you have around your house that can be used to ward off an attacker or mugger.
Note: Some of San-da-jiujitsu-do knife training is from Professor Pritchett’s military combat training.
Yes. During your fundamental levels you are trained in Arnis stick fighting techniques and basic knife fighting offense and defense. As you advance in level the Bo staff, and at Black Belt level, swords among other weapons, as they help to master movement as the weapons become an extension of yourself. Emphasis is always placed on realistic, fundamental, basic weapons that you have around your house that can be used to ward off an attacker or mugger.
Note: Some of San-da-jiujitsu-do knife training is from Professor Pritchett’s military combat training.