WHAT IS JIU JITSU?
Jiu-jitsu ( also spelled Jujitsu or Jujutsu), is one of the oldest forms of Japanese martial arts. It has been called the mother art of various other Japanese martial arts such as Judo, Aikido, and many styles of Karate. It consists of blocks, kicks, punches and other forms of strikes, joint locks, joint manipulation, throwing and take-down techniques, chokes, pressure points and grappling. Unlike Karate, Jiu-jitsu practitioners do not learn kata’s (prearranged fight movements) but work hands-on in partners learning various skills. Jiu-jitsu (or any martial art) is great for instilling discipline, self-respect and respect for others, and also boosts self-confidence and awareness. Like most clubs, there are rules which must be followed and a club creed which our junior members will have to memorize.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Shihan Scott Blandford is a 17 year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces Military Police. He has been training in Martial Arts for over 38 years, and holds a 7th degree black belt in Toshi Ryu Jujitsu. Shihan Scott has trained in numerous other styles which include Daito Ryu Jujitsu (6th Degree Black Belt), Judo, Aikido, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Chokushin Aiki-Jujutsu, Kumo Jiu-jitsu, Juko Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, Shotokan Karate (1st Degree Black Belt), BJJ and other various styles of Karate. In early 2022, after years of hard work, dedication and refinement, Shihan Scott founded his own style called Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu. This newly formed style was approved through an accredited and well established world-wide martial arts governing body. With diplomas and certificates presented to Shihan Scott, Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu is now a legitimate and recognized style. Shihan Blandford is also an official member and Regional Director of the World Elite Black Belt Society (WEBBS).
Jiu-jitsu ( also spelled Jujitsu or Jujutsu), is one of the oldest forms of Japanese martial arts. It has been called the mother art of various other Japanese martial arts such as Judo, Aikido, and many styles of Karate. It consists of blocks, kicks, punches and other forms of strikes, joint locks, joint manipulation, throwing and take-down techniques, chokes, pressure points and grappling. Unlike Karate, Jiu-jitsu practitioners do not learn kata’s (prearranged fight movements) but work hands-on in partners learning various skills. Jiu-jitsu (or any martial art) is great for instilling discipline, self-respect and respect for others, and also boosts self-confidence and awareness. Like most clubs, there are rules which must be followed and a club creed which our junior members will have to memorize.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Shihan Scott Blandford is a 17 year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces Military Police. He has been training in Martial Arts for over 38 years, and holds a 7th degree black belt in Toshi Ryu Jujitsu. Shihan Scott has trained in numerous other styles which include Daito Ryu Jujitsu (6th Degree Black Belt), Judo, Aikido, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Chokushin Aiki-Jujutsu, Kumo Jiu-jitsu, Juko Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, Shotokan Karate (1st Degree Black Belt), BJJ and other various styles of Karate. In early 2022, after years of hard work, dedication and refinement, Shihan Scott founded his own style called Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu. This newly formed style was approved through an accredited and well established world-wide martial arts governing body. With diplomas and certificates presented to Shihan Scott, Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu is now a legitimate and recognized style. Shihan Blandford is also an official member and Regional Director of the World Elite Black Belt Society (WEBBS).
About Our Style
The roots of Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu are derived from Daito Ryu Jujitsu and several other martial arts styles such as Judo, Chokushin Aiki JuJitsu, Kumo Jiu Jitsu and Shotokan Karate. This is an updated and modernized style with the old school Aiki techniques from the Daito Ryu being transformed into a more realistic and practical application, and some being removed completely and replaced with various other techniques from different styles. Tōshi-Ryu Jiu Jitsu covers every aspect of combat as a well rounded martial art should. Students learn kicks, punches and other strikes, blocks, throws and takedowns, clinch fighting, joint locking, joint manipulation, chokes, grappling and ground and pound. Students focus on 5 key factors for being able to successfully throw and immobilize an opponent. These factors are: Momentum; Balance; Center of Gravity; Body Positioning; and Leverage. These are also key factors in the locks and joint manipulation techniques found in this style as well. Techniques learned are utilized and tested by students during Randori (freestyle sparring), where students wear protective equipment and gain real fight experience in a safe and controlled environment.
Toshi Ryu Belt Ranking System
Kyu belts
Kyu belts are those below the rank of black belt. These ranking orders vary between styles and/or clubs, with some having more or less coloured belts than others. These are our Kyu belts:
8th Kyu - White belt
7th Kyu - Yellow belt
6th Kyu - Orange belt
5th Kyu - Green belt
4th Kyu - Purple belt
3rd Kyu - Blue belt
2nd Kyu - Brown belt
1st Kyu - Red Belt
In between each Kyu belt are Stripe belts which help show student progression and gives recognition between ranks.
Toshi Ryu Jiu Jitsu has 10 Dan ranks:
Dan ranks, or degrees of black belt, vary from different styles. Most styles having at least 9 levels in their black belt. Toshi Ryu utilizes the 10 Dan system, with the 10th Dan being reserved for the founding and head of the style. These levels are:
Shodan: first degree black belt
Nidan: second degree black belt
Sandan: third degree black belt
Yodan: fourth degree black belt
Godan: fifth degree black belt
Rokudan: sixth degree black belt
Shichidan: seventh degree black belt
Hachidan: eighth degree black belt
Kudan: ninth degree black belt
Judan: tenth degree black belt
Kyu belts are those below the rank of black belt. These ranking orders vary between styles and/or clubs, with some having more or less coloured belts than others. These are our Kyu belts:
8th Kyu - White belt
7th Kyu - Yellow belt
6th Kyu - Orange belt
5th Kyu - Green belt
4th Kyu - Purple belt
3rd Kyu - Blue belt
2nd Kyu - Brown belt
1st Kyu - Red Belt
In between each Kyu belt are Stripe belts which help show student progression and gives recognition between ranks.
Toshi Ryu Jiu Jitsu has 10 Dan ranks:
Dan ranks, or degrees of black belt, vary from different styles. Most styles having at least 9 levels in their black belt. Toshi Ryu utilizes the 10 Dan system, with the 10th Dan being reserved for the founding and head of the style. These levels are:
Shodan: first degree black belt
Nidan: second degree black belt
Sandan: third degree black belt
Yodan: fourth degree black belt
Godan: fifth degree black belt
Rokudan: sixth degree black belt
Shichidan: seventh degree black belt
Hachidan: eighth degree black belt
Kudan: ninth degree black belt
Judan: tenth degree black belt
