All Wado Ryu DVD 1: Karate & Jujutsu Kenpo by Jiro Otsuka

Karate & Jujutsu Kenpo - "Flow, Advance, Ride"

All the Basics, Techniques, and Theories of Wado-Ryu!

Born from the fusion of traditional Japanese jujutsu and karate, Wado-Ryu is a martial art founded by the founder, Hiroki Otsuka. Passed down to the second generation head, this comprehensive instructional video series aims to preserve the essence and skills of Wado-Ryu for future generations.

Contents:

• Basic Movements

  • Stationary thrusts
  • Kicks
  • Consecutive kicks (2 types)
  • Forward and backward thrusting techniques

• Advanced Movements

  • Jumping thrusts
  • Jumping sweeping thrusts

• Kumite (Sparring)

  • Basic kumite (first 5 sets)
  • Explanation of receiving techniques
  • Advanced techniques (first 4 sets)
  • Hidden techniques (9 right stance counters)
  • 1, 2, 3 set patterns (first 12 sets)

• Forms

  • Basic forms
  • Heian Shodan
  • Heian Nidan
  • Heian Sandan
  • Naihanchi
  • Kushanku
  • Niseishi
  • Wanshu

• Irigatami (Seven techniques)

• Tantodori (Nine techniques)

Guidance and Supervision by: Hiroki Otsuka (First Generation)
Born in 1892. Started learning jujutsu from a young age. Entered Waseda University in 1910 and furthered his training. Received the Menkyo Kaiden (license of full transmission) in Shindo Yoshin-ryu jujutsu in 1924 and succeeded as the 4th generation. Later researched karate introduced from Okinawa, integrating its strengths with jujutsu to establish Wado-Ryu.

Guidance and Supervision by: Hiroki Otsuka (Second Generation)
Born in 1934. Second generation head of Wado-Ryu and the highest instructor. Began learning karate from his father, the founder, at the age of 15. Dedicated to advancing karate, conducting teachings in numerous countries worldwide. Assumed the role of second generation head in 1981 and continues to contribute to the spread of Wado-Ryu.