Are you looking for something exciting to do on campus? Were you a practitioner of the martial arts as a child or in high school? Or maybe you have an interest in Asian Studies, or fitness in general? If so, then the Loyola College Ju-Jitsu Club has much to offer you!

Literally translated to mean "the gentle art," Ju-Jitsu is a system of combat martial arts and philosophy used by the samurai in ancient Japan. It is also the parent art of many classical Japanese arts, such as Judo, Sambo, Aikido, and dates back over 2500 years! The material taught in class covers throwing, grappling, striking, blocking, forms, drills, and falls, in addition to basic and advanced self defense and understanding and respect for Ju-Jitsu as a martial art and piece of history and culture. Ju-Jitsu is both a graceful and beautiful art as well as a great system of self defense. Students can be promoted in the club through the American Ju-Jitsu Association. Students can eventually learn to use martial arts weapons such as the Jo staff, broadsword, nunchaku and other weapons. As a member of the Ju-Jitsu club you will notice your coordination, speed, flexibility, concentration and patience all increase because Ju-Jitsu is more than a martial art, it is a way of life. Whether you are searching for traditional martial arts, a sport like environment, or even a great workout, the benefits that Ju-Jitsu offers in terms of personal development are countless.

The club, now in its 20th year offers membership to all current Loyola College students, alumni, staff and faculty both male and female. We currently hold class three times a week (Tuesday 8-10, Thursday 8-10, Saturday 12-3), in the studio 207 of the Fitness and Aquatics Center. Please feel free to stop by a class and see what truly goes on inside the club.

Long Pants are required for participation.

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