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.

Training

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.