What is Juju Jitsu?

Ju Jitsu has its roots traced back to the Japanese Samurai, who, if he lost his weapon in combat would then resort to the unarmed self defence techniques we learn today (although much more updated to deal with todays society). Weapons are practiced entirely in kata form both individually and in pairs.

Does jujutsu have kata?

Yes. Jujutsu has kata. They are not, however, similar to the kata of Okinawan Karate-Do nor the forms in Chinese martial arts. They are certainly nothing like the fake “kata” in some Americanized systems where the instructors think kata are dances so they make up Karate-themed dance routines, often to music, and call them “kata.”

What are the kata in Kung Fu?

Most Chinese kung fu have some kind of forms – then translated into kata (same writing for both Chinese and Japanese). Therefore, kata or forms were meant to contain complete techniques for all ranged of attacks. There are Chinese Kung fu styles with forms, offer many striking techniques as well as grappling and take downs (not like MMA take down).

What is the difference between kung fu and jiu-jitsu?

Most Chinese kung fu have some kind of forms – then translated into kata (same writing for both Chinese and Japanese). Therefore, kata or forms were meant to con From what I know, Jiu Jitsu was developed through the ear of battles in Japan, where the uses were for opponents with armor – as striking would be difficult against an armored opponent.