Oxford Ju Jitsu (ATADO)

The Far eastern club

A versatile self-defence system incorporating Ju Jitsu and a wide selection of different martial arts skills

A SHORT HISTORY of ATADO Ju Jitsu in Oxford

The 'Far Eastern Club' (Atado White Tiger Style)roots are in Kung Fu, devised by Grand Master `Edward` Leong Lee Fu (1932 - 1991) who developed the martial art system for western servicemen stationed in the far east after WW2.

The Oxford martial art club was founded in 1968 by the late Ernie DANKS who studied under the Grand Master. The senior Oxford club instructor is David Rogers, 4th Degree Black Belt and the club has membership of the English Ju Jitsu Federation.

ATADO incorporates many techniques from judo, karate, aikido, kick boxing, escrima, wing chun, iaido and others, and also utilises defences from a wide range of weapons. These other elements lends itself very much towards street survival / self-defence skills from early practice.

Beginners will experience useful techniques from day one and those with the right aptitude build knowledge and ability quickly. The Oxford Ju Jitsu (ATADO) Club Motto 'NUNQUAM OPPUGNATOR' translates as 'Never the Aggressor'.

The club is run by volunteers only and the training fees go to Dojo rental, marketing, insurance and online admin. Any `profit` goes back into the club for equipment etc. and occasional social gatherings.

- introduction to training
  
  A self-defence system incorporating a range of different martial arts skills
  
  Training is preceded by a warm up session - essentially to relax the muscles to prevent strains. This may involve a selection of movements around the mat, press-ups, sit-ups, rotation exercises, limb stretching etc. The degree of exercise is proportionate to the level of the trainee, so your fitness will progressively improve.
  
  You will never be asked to do more than you feel capable of. You will learn how to avoid confrontation, how to break the balance of an attacker, to restrain them and disarm them - whether standing or by taking them to the floor.
- Beginners
  
  Wednesdays 8 to 10 pm
  
  Beginners are welcome on a Wednesday evening and can move on to Monday evening as they progress through the qualifying belts. You can start by wearing a T-shirt and comfortable trousers.
  
  - £8 for each 2 hour session and you pay for each session you attend with no monthly fees (pay as you go).
  
  OR TRY US OUT WITH OUR INTRODUCTORY DEAL
  
  - £35 for 5 weeks.
- membership
  
  After a few weeks of martial arts training you will be asked to become a member and be insured, and later acquire white martial arts trousers (either from us or you can provide your own) and provide your own plain white T-shirt. We provide all belts free of charge.
  
  - £25 is the joining fee is which covers registration licence and insurance for the first year
  
  - £20 for annual renewal

- grading
  
  Students begin with an unmarked white belt. Grading in our martial arts style commences with an informal Red Tab after some weeks of competence, then follow through successive colour belts at formal gradings presided over by a black belt instructor. We supply all belts for free.
  
  red tabs
  
  First Red Tab: A basic qualifying level of simple moves, avoidance techniques, locks and safety falls - to show an initial level of competence
  
  Second Red Tab: An improved level with more techniques and recognising sufficient competence to move on to the next level of training on Mondays with higher grades
  
  white belt
  
  This first formal grading in our martial arts style adds some specific techniques beyond the red tabs and is signified by a continuous red stripe through the white belt. Formal gradings cost £15
  
  Black Shirt
  
  The club shirt with tiger logo is required at white belt qualification level but may be purchased from the club at Red Tab level."
- further belts
  
  Wednesdays 8 to 10 pm
  
  Yellow, Orange, Green, *Black Trousers, Blue , Brown and **Black
  
  *Black Trousers
  There is an additional grade before Blue Belt. It is signified by a change to black trousers. This intermediate grade is revisional and is achieved by demonstrating knowledge of club history, all martial art techniques to the current level, and an ability to instruct some basic techniques.
  
  **Dan Gradings
  Further Dan grading's can be achieved and may involve additional skills, multiple attackers with weapons, e.g. specialist use of different weapons (knife, stick, staff, sword etc.), pressure points, groundwork, advanced forms, class instruction, etc.

What is ATADO?

A self-defence system incorporating a range of different martial arts skills

Our ATADO martial art style has evolved comprehensively in the wealth of techniques practiced and lends itself towards Atemi Jutsu. Our style incorporates techniques from other martial arts, e.g. kung fu, judo, karate, aikido, kick boxing, escrima, wing chun, iaido and other martial arts, utilising defences from a wide range of weapons. It lends itself very much towards street survival / self-defence skills from early practice.

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Our style can be adapted to suit any size or age (over 15 yrs), and male and female students train together and grade together to ensure a realistic application of techniques. There is no reliance on strength or body size. You will get fitter whilst developing a practical and useful skill through training.

You will learn the following Martial Art skills;

Defences to and escapes from aggressive holds, strikes, kicks, and attacks with a variety of weapons.

How to restrain and disarm an attacker. Examples include resisting someone who grabs you anywhere on the body, avoid and repel attacks, counter striking, disarming weapons and controlling people, whether standing or on the floor.

How to throw people and be thrown, train with more advanced weapons, and practice useful forms or katas, e.g. Tar Fong Khuen Moh Chow and Dahn Chi to improve effectiveness, breathing and balance.

Brazilian style groundwork is also incorporated.

Remember:
With Martial Arts, you get fit plus come away with a practical skill!

Contact and Location

How to contact us

If you would like to find out more about our martial art style or have any queries please contact us by one of the methods listed.

or just Turn Up!

Come along on a Wednesday and see for yourself!

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Finding lake street and the DOJO

Lake Street is opposite the VOCO Oxford Spires Hotel on Abingdon Road (A4144), in the southwest of Oxford.

The DOJO is located at the back of the South Oxford Community Centre building.

From the end of Lake Street turn right and head through the first set of gates (for the park) immediately turning right and then right again in to the courtyard for secure parking and it has suitable places to lock up a bike.

The entrance for the DOJO changing room is the first door on the right up the wheelchair ramp.