Course description
Jujutsu is a traditional Japanese martial art. The two Japanese characters "Ju" and "Jutsu" can be translated as pliable/flexible and techniques/martial art respectively.
Jujutsu originated in Japanese Samurai schools where warriors were taught combat methods, primarily various weapons arts. Jujutsu techniques were usually taught as a subsidiary method and included strikes, joint locks, strangulations and throwing techniques for use in 'emergency situations', if the Samurai was unarmed. The term 'jujutsu' was one of many different names for unarmed combat methods – others included Yawara and Taijitsu, for example.
During periods of peace, jujutsu was oriented more towards civil combat away from the battlefields. At the beginning of the Meiji period (1868-1912) restrictions were placed upon carrying weapons in public and the status of the Samurai class declined. This affected their traditional combat training, including the practice of jujutsu. Specialised jujutsu schools subsequently opened up to the broader Japanese society.
Target group
For anyone interested in practicing martial arts. Suitable for both beginners and advanced. The group will be divided into two; one for beginners and one for participants who have experience with jujutsu from before.
Time
Fridays, 11:00-12:00
Course period
- Week 3-17
- First class: 19 January
- Last class: 26 April
- Note: No session during the winter holiday (week 8).
Where
Athletica Domus (sio.no), map (finn.no)
Course fee
The course is free of charge. When presenting your UiO employee card you will gain free access to SiO's training center. Remember to bring the card with you!
Instructor
Eric Jon Erlingsson, instructor in International Jujutsu Institute. He works at Faculty of Medicine.
Preparation
Agree with your manager to participate in this course.
Registration
You must register for the introductory course. It has limited number of seats, so be quick with the registration. This is a course where progress is made and it is therefore desirable to follow the entire course. Should you be prevented from attending the course as a whole, you should register by visiting the online form or contact The occupational health service.
Information
For any queries please contact Carolina Lyb?ck-Forsbacka.
