Universal Ukogi Jujitsu

System of Universal Ukogi Jujitsu

Even though UUJ was developed with the influence of many martial arts, it is not a mix of unrelated techniques. There is a system of fighting that the student is molded into by the way the syllabus is laid out. A flow of counters, defenses and offenses is learned.

 

There are many good and effective techniques that will not make it into the Informal Techniques of UUJ because they don't fit the system requirement. There are many different ways to deal with the four fighting positions. UUJ has its own way. Compared with other grappling systems we are less defensive oriented when on the ground. For standing fighting we do not do things that stop the rhythm of movement. This allows us to close the distance to start grappling. For example, high kicks are one thing that can break this rhythm.

System Concepts

Stance Theory

Definition of a stance:

• A position of balance that allows you to move in more than one direction.
• As you move during a fight you shift from stance to stance. Stances can be done either standing or on the ground.
• Understanding where these stances occur allows one to adjust the techniques to match the attackers responses. It creates the flow needed to be a more successful fighter.

Five arms principle

The five arms principle means to use your two arms, two legs and your head as dexterously as if they were all arms. The arms are the most moveable appendage because we use them the most. When you are fighting, you should not think of arms and legs; but rather, four arms. When you are ground fighting use your head to push your opponent or stop his movement.

 

Go to the head

When ground fighting work your way to the opponents head.

 

Get to the rear

When fighting standing up try to get behind your opponent.

 

Defense

• Use circular techniques against circular attacks.
• Use straight techniques against straight attacks.
• If you accidentally stop a circular action of your attacker, immediately use a straight attack.
• Use your leg to block below the belly button.
• Use your arms to block above the groin.

Offense

• Avoid circular attacks.
• Straight attacks should be line of sight.
• Don't reach in order to make contact.
• Use proper technique. Always.
• Avoid holding your hands at the same level.
• When you grab, stay in. Attempt two or three techniques before moving away.
• When you fall or are thrown, don't coil into a defensive posture. Continue to fight on the way down and after you hit the ground.