Glossary

Term	Definition
Jiyu-Waza	Free application of a number of techniques (usually to a given attack). Read more...
Jo	Wooden staff which is used to practise Aikido techniques or katas (in the old days it was the peasants' weapon of choice). Find out more on our Wooden Weapons page. Read more...
Jo-Dori	Disarming an uke who is attacking with a jo Read more...
Jodan	Upper level of the body (throat and head)
Jodan-Tsuki	Punch or stab to the upper body (throat or head) Read more...
Juji-Garami	"Arm-twisting cross-pin throw": tori grabs both of uke's wrists, while his arms are crossed, pin is against uke's ellbow. Read more...

A large collection of instructive videos is available under Media > Basic Forms.