Yume Dojo

Shizenryu Jutsu

Glendale, Arizona

Arts of Shizenryu Jutsu:

Kempo Curriculum:

• Hawaiian Kempo

• Okinawan Kempo

• Japanese Kempo

• American Kenpo

Jujutsu Curriculum:

• Japanese Jujutsu

• Hawaiian Jujutsu

• Okinawan Jutsu

• Chin Na

New Waza (Groundwork) Curriculum:

• Sambo

Welcome to the Yume Dojo

Kempo Technique Page.

This page will give an insight into the Techniques of the Kempo curriculum of Yume Dojo. All techniques in the Kempo and Jujutsu curriculum are eventually put together once the student has mastered the basics of both arts. You will easily see how a choke can be inserted into a Kempo technique, and also how the striking of Kempo into a Jujutsu technique. Also Groundwork, (Ne Waza) is also taught at Yume Dojo and Kempo is often used on the ground for striking.

• Technique #1   Attack: Punch

This technique is based off a punch. Two Inward Blocks are done at the same time, one at the wrist the other at the elbow which will dislocate the attackers arm. A right palm is then done to the forehead/nose of the attacker. The last step is a hammerfist strike to the arm and also one to the jaw of the attacker. This double strike happens at the same time. The strike to the arm is in the elbow crease (right where they take blood) to help break down the attackers body posture. This is the root of the technique, and there are many ways to finish the technique based on the situation, location and how the attacker responds. Here are some ways to Ad Lib/Add On from this point. (Click on the Photo to enlarge)

One option here is to go right for a wrist lock. After the hammerfist strike to the face, the same hand captures the attackers wrist and pressure is applied to the outside and down.

Another option here is to take an Arm Bar. By placing the forearm/elbow on the attackers elbow and applying pressure, the attackers elbow is locked and they are bent forward. The attacker can be taken down from here or struck to the head/temple with another hammerfist as shown in the photo on the right. More strikes can be added from here is necessary.

Here is another simple option. A front kick to the attackers opposite knee is done. After the hammerfist strike to the jaw, the same hand knocks down the strike while kicking the knee.

Now, lets review: from a punch, here is the root technique.

• Break Arm with Two Inside Blocks
• Palm to Forehead
• Hammerfist to Jaw and Elbow Crease

Now here are the options:

• wrist Lock
• arm Bar
• kick

Here are some other options as well:

• sweep
• choke
• takedown

• Technique #2   Attack: Punch

This technique is also based off a punch but could be a roundhouse punch as well. Two Knife Edge (Shuto) blocks are done to the attackers arm. The purpose in this block is to actually strike and hurt the attackers arm and take it away as a weapon. The hand 'bounces' off the attackers arm and strikes the attackers neck at the Carotid Artery. This should stun if not knockout the attacker. For good measure a hook to the body/liver is done. The attacker will fold forward and then an eye poke is done along with the punch. Photo #3). Here are some ways to Ad Lib/Add On from this point. (Click on the Photo to enlarge)

One option is to keep on striking. In this case an uppercut is done to the body, Psolar Plexus or Liver. This will also fold the attacker forward to set them up for more options.

Taking advantage of the attackers bent over position, a choke is now applied. This choke is known as the Hawaiian Choke made famous by Professor Wally Jay of Small Circle Jujutsu. Once the attacker is bent over a forearm strike to the throat is done. (See Photo on the right) The other hand strike the back of the neck, and the hands are clasped. Now the attacker is pulled into the choke by squeezing the elbows together applying a very tight choke.

Another option, taking advantage of the attacker being bent forward is a shoulder lock. The attackers arm is captured and pulled back toward the back of the attackers head. This puts great pressure on the shoulder joint. A note here, be sure and lock the attackers head on the thigh to keep them from wriggling out of the lock.

Now, lets review: from a punch, here is the root technique.

• Double Inside Knife Edge Blocks
• Chop to the Neck
• Hook to the Body with an Eye Poke

Now here are the options:

• striking-uppercut to body
• hawaiian choke
• shoulder lock

Here are some other options as well:

• takedowns
• neck throws
• knees to face/body

• Technique #3   Attack: Grab

This 'Root Technique" starts with a grab. The grab is trapped then an eye poke is done to the attackers eye. Notice the eye attacked is the opposite one. This will help in releasing the attackers grab. This is followed by a chop (Shuto) to the throat. As you can see this is a very simple root technique. Here are some ways to Ad Lib/Add On from this point. (Click on the Photo to enlarge)

Once again we can start by continuing the flow of striking. After the chop, a punch to the body/Liver/Psolar Plexus can be done. This can be followed by a hammerfist and another eye poke as shown in the photo on the right. The Root of this technique allows the option to flow into many combination of strikes , or into chokes locks etc.

Now that the attacker is bent or folded forward you can advantage of them in this position. For this option the arm is going to snake over and capture the attackers shoulder in a shoulder wrap; coming under the arm and then over the shoulder. Be sure and pull the attacker close to the body once the wrap in locked in. While pulling to your body, drive a knee into the face or body of the attacker.

For this option we are going to take advantage of the attackers body posture to apply a Guillotine Choke. The arm wraps around the head and neck of the attacker with the forearm in the Carotid Artery of the attacker. NOW TURN TO THE INSIDE, this is a secret of applying the choke. Instead of leaning back, turn to the inside then arch the back a bit. This will make the choke much tighter. An option is also to take the attacker down with this choke in place. Also.....if you just want to crank the neck, run the forearm on the jaw line and crank, you will get a neck crank instead of choke. If you'd like you can base the head on your body and still get a neck crank and choke.

    Now, lets review: from a grab, here is the root technique: 

• Trap the Grab
• Poke the Eye
• Chop to the Throat

Now here are the options:

• striking
• shoulder wrap/lock
• choke

Here are some other options as well:

• throws
• neck throw
• neck lock
• takedown

• Technique #4 Attack: Grab  

This is another technique dealing with a grab. Those familiar with Ed Parker Kenpo will notice this technique is very similar to 'Restraining Hands' . The technique starts with a trap of the grab, and then a palm to the ear of the attacker. From here, an wrist lock is performed with the pressure on the lock in a downward position. This will cause the attacker to drop to their knees to escape the pain of the lock. Notice the position of the attacker as they are in position for several possible finishes to this technique. From here a knee is driven into the attackers shoulder/chest or face. Here are some ways to Ad Lib/Add On from this point. (Click on the Photo to enlarge)

One option here is to continue the lock to take the attacker down. Once the attacker is on the ground any number of pins can be applied. The one in the photo on the left is stepping on the attackers face and pulling up on the wrist lock. This creates two way action and puts a great amount of pain and pressure on the wrist joint. This is a good pin because it allows a good position for another attack if one is to come.

Another option is to go into an Elbow Lock. From the wrist lock, circle the arm over and under the attackers elbow and cup the attackers elbow in the palm of your hand. A quick snapping movement and you have a dislocated elbow.

In most cases, when a lock is captured you keep the lock or a version or variation of it, and not give it up for anything. However there may be times when letting the lock go and moving on to something else may be more beneficial. In the photo on the left, the lock is released and thrown away. As the lock is thrown away, using the momentum from throwing it away, you spin and do a Raising Heel Kick to the attacker. One always has to be ready for any movement the attacker gives you, and having kicks in the arsenal helps when an attacker is trying to get away.

Now, lets review: from a grab, here is the root technique:

• Trap the Grab
• Apply Wrist Lock
• Drop Attacker to Knees

Now here are the options:

• take attacker to ground with knee to chest/shoulder
• pin
• go into an elbow lock
• let technique go and kick

Here are some other options as well:

• change the pin
• strike after the lock
• add a choke to the lock

These a few examples of 'Root Techniques' and how one can adapt these Root techniques to any situation. There are several Add Ons that can be done to any of these techniques, these just represent a sampling. Nothing is Shizenryu is set. Everything is based on Reacting to the attackers response. If you go into set techniques, you memorize technique, which can be a flaw in your response to an attack. Its best to adapt to what the attacker is doing, then to find something to go into to finish the attacker off. We hope this gave some ideas of how to work your root techniques.