Glossary


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Term Definition

Jiyu-Waza

Free application of a number of techniques (usually to a given attack).

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Jo

Wooden staff which is used to practise Aikido techniques or katas (in the old days it was the peasants' weapon of choice).

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Jo-Dori

Disarming an uke who is attacking with a jo

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Jodan

Upper level of the body (throat and head)

Jodan-Tsuki

Punch or stab to the upper body (throat or head)

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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.

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Further Information

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