Ju-no-kata

Ju-no-kata (Forms of Non-Resistance)

The Ju-no-kata was formulated as one of kata of Kodokan Judo in 1887. The gentle movements are designed to teach the fundamentals of attack and defence and will make it much easier for one to learn the principals and movements of Kodokan Judo. Since the forms incorporate various movements such as bending, stretching and twisting, they are very effective in conditioning the body and developing it all-round.

Another advantage of the Ju-no-kata is that it can be practiced by men and women, young and old without having to wear judogi.

The techniques of the Ju-no-kata are as follows:

Ikkyo (Set 1)
· Tsukidashi (Hand Thrust)
· Kata Oshi (Shoulder Push)
· Ryote-dori (Two-Hand Hold)
· Kata Mawashi (Shoulder Turn)
· Ago Oshi (Jaw Push)

Nikyo (Set 2)
· Kirioroshi (Downward Cut)
· Ryokata Oshi (Two-Shoulder Push)
· Naname Uchi (Slanting Strike)
· Katate-dori (One-Hand Hold)
· Katate Age (One-Hand Lift)

Sankyo (Set 3)
· Obi Tori (Belt Grab)
· Mune Oshi (Chest Push)
· Tsukiage (Uppercut)
· Uchioroshi (Downward Strike)
· Ryogan Tsuki (Strike to Both Eyes)


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