Syllabus of PAKISTAN JU-JITSU FEDERATION (PJJF)
• NEW STUDENT, (WHITE BELT)
• RO-KYU(YELLOW BELT) 6TH KYU)
• GO-KYU (Orange- BELT – 5TH KYU)
• YONKYU (Blue BELT-4TH KYU)
• SANKYU (GREEN BELT-3rd KYU)
• NIKYU (PURPLE BELT – 2nd KYU)
• IKKYU (BROWN BELT - 1ST KYU)
• SHODAN (1ST DEGREE BLACK BELT).
• NIDAN (2ND DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• SANDAN (3RD DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• YONDAN (4TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• GODAN (5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• ROKUDAN (6TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• SHICHIDAN (7TH DEGREE BLACK BELT )
• HACHIDAN (8TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• KUDAN (9TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
• JUDAN (10TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)
JU-JITSU Rank Requirements
NEW STUDENT, (WHITE BELT)
General Requirements:
1. This rank is assigned to individuals of good moral character who have been accepted as a student by an officially recognized JU-JITSU instructor/Examiner of the PJJF
2. No age requirement.
3. Basic knowledge of dojo rules, procedures and hygiene.
4. Regular dojo attendance and training.
1. Fudo dachi.
2. Kamae
3. Taisabaki 90.
4. Kihon (tuski + Geri waza).
5. Warming up
6. Basic Falls.
7. Basic Punch
RU-KYU (Yellow Belt -6th KYU)
Sixth level:
General Requirements:
1. This rank is assigned to individuals of good moral character who have been accepted as a student by an officially recognized PAK JU-JITSU FEDERATION Instructor/Examiner of the PJJF.
2. No age requirement.
3. Basic knowledge of dojo rules, procedures and hygiene.
4. Regular dojo attendance and training.
5. Must be Member in good standing with the PJJF.
6. Minimum time in grade & training requirement as a White Belt, two months.
General Knowledge:
1. Origin of Ju-Jitsu
2. Translation of "Ju-Jitsu" (The Gentle Art)
3. Known length of Ju-Jitsu's history. (2,000 years)
4. Official National System of Ju-Jitsu as taught by the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation. (PJJF)
Understand Fundamentals of:
Kata
Shizen Hontai
Jigotai
Tatami
Shiai
Uchi komi
General Terminology
Sensei
Rei
Onegai Shimasu
Arigato Gozai-mashita
Kiotsuke
Waza
Matte
Osae Komi
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
TAISABAKI -
1. Natural Walking Ayumi Ashi ai-u-me ah-she
2. Sliding Step Tsuri Ashi sho-ri ah-she
ATE WAZA –
Shuto Uchi
Tettsui-Uchi
Kentsui-Uchi
Seiken-Zuke
GERI WAZA:
Mae Geri
Yoko Geri
UKE WAZA-:
Jodan Shuto Uke
Jodan Uchi Uke
(Students will point out each of the below “Targets” & know the correct methods of striking the target areas).
Kyusho
Kasumi
KANSETU WAZA –:
Ude Gatame
Ude Garami
SHIME WAZA –:
(Not Applicable. Begins at Rokyu Level.)
OSAE-WAZA –:
Kesa Gatame
UKEMI WAZA –:
1. kihon Ukemi
2. Yoko Ukemi
NAGE WAZA –:
1. De Ashi Harai
2. O Soto Gari
GOSHINJITSU -:
(Students will demonstrate a "Basic" self-defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include a block, escape or counter with takedown or throw, followed by a control hold or strike.)
1. Single Punch (upper & mid body)
2. Single Normal Wrist Grab
3. Single Lapel Grab
GO-KYU (Orange Belt - 5th Kyu Fifth Level:
General Requirements:
1. This rank is assigned to individuals of good moral character who have been accepted as a student by an officially recognized PAKJU-JITSU FED. Instructor/Examiner of the PJJF.
2. No age requirement.
3. Basic knowledge of dojo rules, procedures and hygiene.
4. Regular dojo attendance and training.
5. Must be Member in good standing with the PJJF.
6. Minimum time in grade & training requirement as Rukyu, three months.
General Knowledge:
1. PAK JU-JITSU FEDERATION, "The Official PJJF National Ju-Jitsu System".
2. Brief overview of the development of PAK JU-JITSU and its historical origins. Refer to the PJJF Official Website: www.ju-jitsupakistan.com
3. Basic martial arts etiquette,
Understand Fundamentals of:
1 Shintai
2. Tai Sabaki
General Terminology & Phrases
1. Shihan
2. Kamiza
3. Kiai
4. Dojo
5. Nage
6. Atemi Waza
7. Kumi Kata
WAZA -
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
TAISABAKI -
Pivoting (900) Taisabaki 90 Tie-sah-bah-key
Pivoting (1800) Taisabaki 180 Tie-sah-bah-key
Normal walking on mat Ayumi Ashi Aayumee aashee
Following –foot walking Tsugi Ashi Soo gee aashee
Weight on back feet Ko-kutsu Dachi Koh-kotsoo-daachee
Front elongated Zen kutsu Dachi Zan-kotsoo-daachee
ATE WAZA –:
Teisho Uchi
Chudan Empi Uchi
or
Hiji Uchi
Jodan empi uchi
GERI WAZA –:
(Improved ability of the following techniques)
GEDAN –BARAI-
Mae Geri
Yoko Geri
Hiza Geri
Kin Geri
UKE WAZA -:
Jodan Soto Uke
Jodan Uchi Uke
Gedan Soto Uke
Chudan Uchi Uke
Gedan Uchi Uke
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Students will point out each of the below “Targets” & know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Uto
Dokko
Chudan empi uchi
Mawashi tsuki
KANSETU -WAZA:
Kote Jime
Ude Osae
O soto Osae
SHIME- WAZA -:
(Not Applicable. Begins at Sankyu Level.)
OSAE- WAZA:
Ushiro Kesa Gatame
Hon Kesa Gatame
Kuzure Kesa Gatame
Kote Gaeshi
UKEMI WAZA -:
Zempo Ukemi
Mae
Ushiro
Yoko
NAGE WAZA –:
O Goshi
O Uchi Gari
Ippon Seoi Nage
Ko Uchi Gari
O Soto Gari
Harai Goshi
Tsuri Komi Goshi
GOSHINJITSU –:
(Students will demonstrate a “Basic” self defense technique for each type of attack, “first for form” & “second with speed & power”. Each technique will include a block, escape or counter with take-down or throw, followed by a control hold or strike.)
1. Improved ability of the previous requirements.
KUMI-KATA.
NE-WAZA.
Some basics of the ground work.
Hon Kesa Gatame
Kuzure Kesa Gatame
Makura Kesa Gatame
Ude Gatame.
YON-KYU (Blue Belt - 4th KYU) Fourth Level:
General Requirements:
1. This rank is assigned to individuals of good moral character who have been accepted as a student by an officially recognized PAKJU-JITSU Instructor/Examiner of the PJJF.
2. No age requirement.
3. Basic knowledge of dojo rules, procedures and hygiene.
4. Regular dojo attendance and training.
5. Must be Member in good standing with the PJJF.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Gokyu, three months.
General Knowledge:
1. Purpose of Warming Up (Jumbi Undo) and
2. Cooling Off (Shumatsu Undo).
Understand Fundamentals of:
1. Kuzushi
2. Sukuri
3. Kake
General Terminology & Japanese Phrases
1. Ate Waza
2. Ashi Waza
3. Katame
4. Ukemi
5. Hajime
6. Atama
7. Otoshi
WAZA –
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
Tachi waza:
Tsugi Ashi Dachi
Shiko dachi
Neko ashi dachi.
Ukemi Waza:
: Otoshi ukemi
: Chugaeri.
ATE WAZA –:
1. Nukite
2. Ippon-Ken Uchi
3. Oi-tsuki.
4. Jodan Tuski.
5. Haito-uchi.
6. Empi-Uchi (Mae/ Yoko/ Ushiro/ Tate/
7. Mawashi tsuki
8. Chudan tsuki
GERI WAZA :
1. Ushiro Geri (Kekomi & Keage)
2. Mawashi Geri
3. Kakato Geri
4. Fumikomi.
5. Gedan Geri
6. Morote Geri
7. Gedan mawashi geri
8. Hiza geri
UKE WAZA –:
Gedan Juji uke
Shuto Uke
Jodan Uke
Chudan soto uke
Gedan soto uke
Tsuki Waza:
Age- Tsuki
Ura Tsuki
Mawashi Tsuki
Gyaku Tsuki
ATEMI WAZA – Vital Point Techniques
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” & know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Gunmen ate
Fumikomi
Hichu
Kinteki
Atama
KANSETU WAZA –:
1. Wake Gatame
2. O Soto Osae
3. Ude Gatame
4. Ude Garami
5. Kote Gaeshi
6 Shiho Nage
7. Kote Mawashi
SHIME WAZA –:
(Not Applicable. Begins at Sankyu Level.)
OSAE WAZA –:
1. Kata Gatame
2. Yoko Shiho Gatame
3. Kuzure Yoko Shiho Gatame
4. Kami Shiho Gatame
5. Kuzure Kami Shiho Gatame
UKEMI WAZA –:
Improved ability of the previous techniques
NAGE WAZA –:
1. Hiza Guruma
2. Sasae Tsuri Komi Ashi
3. Uki Goshi
4. Harai Goshi
5. O-Goshi
6. Koshi Guruma
7. O Soto Otoshi
8. Hiki Otoshi.
9. Ko-Soto-Gari.
10. Tai-Otoshi.
11. Morote Seio Nage
KATAME WAZA:
Ude-Hishigi-Hiza Gatame.
Ude Hishigi Ude Gatame
Ude Osae Gatame
Kote Gaeshi Gatame
GOSHINJITSU – Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a “Basic” self-defense technique for each type of attack, “first for form” & “second with speed & power”. Each technique will include a block, escape or counter with takedown or throw, & control hold or strike.)
1. Front Choke
2. Rear Choke
Duo-system:
“A” series completely.
SAN KYU (Green Belt – 3rd KYU)
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. No age requirement.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Must be Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Yonkyu, six months.
General Knowledge:
1. PJJF Belt Rank System by belt colors. (English & Japanese terminology for ranks through 10th Dan).
2. Understanding of "Student - Teacher" relationship in the Martial Arts. (Refer to the PJJF Website, www.ju-jitsupakistan.com)
Understand Fundamentals of:
1. Understand the Philosophy of Ju-Jitsu. (Refer to PJJF Website, www.ju-jitsupakistan.com)
2. Understand the "Six-Step Process" of learning Martial Arts. (Same as #1)
General Terminology :
Jo
Chu
Ge
Dachi
Osae
Shime
WAZA -
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
KANSETU WAZA - Joint Locking Techniques:
Kote Hineri
Kote Gaeshi
O Soto Osae
Ude Garami
Hiki otoshi
Kote mawashi
SHIME WAZA:
1. Hadaka-jime
2. Okuri eri jime
OSAE WAZA -:
1. Yoko Shiho Gatame
& Escape)
UKEMI WAZA -:
Tachi Ukemi
NAGE WAZA -:
1. Seoi Nage
2. Hiki Otoshi
3. Sukui Nage
4. All previous forms of nage waza.
GOSHINJITSU – Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a “Basic” self defense technique for each type of attack, “first for form” & “second with speed & power”. Each technique will include a block, escape or counter with take-down or throw, & control hold or strike.)
1. Front Bear Hug Attack (arms free)
2. Rear Bear Hug Attack (arms free)
KATAME-WAZA.
Shiho-nage-gatame
Kote-mawashi-gatame
Hiza-Osae-Gatame
Uchi-Hiza-Osae
Kote-Henri-Gatame
Ude-Guruma
NIKYU (Purple Belt – 2nd KYU)
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. No age requirement.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Ni-kyu, Six months.
General Knowledge:
1. Understanding the purpose of breakfalling. (Ukemi).
2. Understand the importance of "Center" (Hara).
3. Understanding of "Spirit" (Ki).
Understand Fundamentals of:
1. Understand the basic concept of breaking your opponent's balance & controlling his off-balance. (Happo-No-Kuzushi).
2. Understand the training concept of the "Attacker" (Uke) & the "Defender" (Tori).
3. Introductory Randori skills (recommended as supplemental training).
General Terminology:
Kansetsu
Te
Ashi
Harai
Kiai
Uke
Tori
Ukemi
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
1. Uraken Shomen-Uchi
2. Uraken Uchi
GERI WAZA –
Kin Geri
Fumigeri
UKE WAZA –:
Shotei Uke
San re nuke
Chudan uchi uke
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Shakutaku
Me
Hiza
KANSETU WAZA –:
Kote Mawashi
Kanoa Gaeshi
Te Garami
Ude Henkan Gatame
Kote hineri
SHIME WAZA –:
Kata-Juji-Jime (Sho)
OSAE WAZA –:
(Kami Shiho Gatame &Escape)
UKEMI WAZA –:
Tachi Ukemi
Ushiro Zempo Ukemi
Mae Ukemi
NAGE WAZA :
KO Soto Gari
KO Uchi Gari
O soto gari
O uchi gari
All previous forms of nage waza.
GOSHINJITSU – Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a “Basic” self defense technique for each type of attack, “first for form” & “second with speed & power”. Each technique will include a block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Single Cross Wrist Grab
2. Double Grab on One Arm
3. Double Wrist Grab
SANKYU (Purple Belt - 3rd KYU) Third Level:
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. No age requirement.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Yonkyu, four months.
General Knowledge:
1. Improved ability in previous rank requirements.
2. Ability to teach the fundamental Ju-Jitsu skills.
3. Ability to explain the general concepts & foundations of Pak JU-JITSU.
4. Japanese terminology for all techniques required.
Understand Fundamentals of:
Understand the basic concept of Body Movements –
1. Dodging Technique -Furimi Waza.
(Refer to the PJJF’s Website, www.ju-jitsupakistan.com)
2. Continued introductory Kumite skills (recommended as supplemental training).
General Terminology:
Bushido
Budo
Do
Mudansha
Yudansha
Ritsurei
Zarei
Tokui Waza
WAZA -
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA –
1. Improved ability in all previous Ate Waza
Ago-Oshi Uchi
Kubi Age Uchi
GERI WAZA –:
1. Fumi-komi
2. Gyaku Mawashi Geri
UKE WAZA –:
Improved ability in all previous Uke Waza
Ju-ji Uke
(lppon- Kumite)
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Tento
Suigetsu
Kin-Teki
Kori
SHIME WAZA –:
Kata-Juji-Jime (Ni)
Gyaku-Juji-Jime (Ni)
Nami-Juji-Jime
OSAE WAZA –:
Kuzure Kami Shiho
Gatame (Sho & Ni)
KANSETU WAZA –:
Ude Garami (Sho & Ni)
Juji Gatame (Sho & Ni)
Tekubi Osea
Kote Mawashi
UKEM1 WAZA -:
Zempo Tobi Ukemi
NAGE WAZA -:
1. Okuri Ashi Harai
2.Tai Otoshi
3. Harai Goshi
4. Uchi Mata
5.Yama Arashi
6. Tenbin Nage
7. Tomoe –nage
8.Sasae tsuri komi ashi
9. All previous forms of nage waza
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability on all previous Goshinjitsu requirements
2. Full Nelson
3. Head Lock
4. Hair Grab
5. Basic Counter to Osoto Gari (throw)
6. Basic Counter to Ogoshi (throw)
7. Ability to demonstrate "Step Dodge" - Kaishin
8. Ability to demonstrate "Side Dodge" Yoko Furimi
NIKYU (Brown Belt - 2nd KYU) Second Level:
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. No age requirement.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Sankyu, six months.
General Knowledge:
1. Improved ability to teach fundamental Ju-Jitsu skills.
2. Write an essay (approx. 500 words) on the historical significance of the transition of Bu-Jutsu to Budo.
3. Understand basic First Aid for common Dojo injuries.
4. Japanese terminology for all techniques required.
General Terminology
Tachi Waza
Te Waza
Goshi Waza
Ashi Waza
Sutemi Waza
Furimi Waza
Hane Waza
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
Ability to demonstrate basic breaking skills with Ate Waza for hand & elbow techniques. NOTE: Proper "focus" (kime) & technique at this level is the primary concern regarding breaking skills (tameshiwari).
GERI WAZA -:
Soto Mikazuki Geri
2. Improved ability in all previous Geri Waza, with ability to teach fundamentals of any previously required Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA -:
Yoko Juji Uke
2. Improved ability in all previous Geri Waza, with ability to teach fundamentals of any previously required Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
1. Improved ability in all previous Atemi Waza.
Inazuma
Tsukikage
Myojo
Hichu
SHIME WAZA –:
Kata-Juji-Jime
Gyaku-Juji-Jime
Hadaka-Jime
OSAE WAZA –:
Kuzure Yoko Shiho Gateme
KANSETU WAZA –:
Ude Garami
Ude hishigi
Juji Gatame
Irimi nage
Shiho nage
Hiza Kansetsu Osae
UKEMI WAZA –:
1. Improved ability in all previous Ukemi Waza.
2. Ability to teach all previous Ukemi Waza.
NAGE WAZA –:
Ko Soto Gake
Tsuri Goshi
Yoko Otoshi
Ashi Guruma
Irime Nage
Kata-guruma
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability on all previous Goshinjitsu requirements
2. Ability to demonstrate “Backward Dodge” (Sorimi)
3. Ability to demonstrate “Pull-In Dodge” (Hikimi)
4. Ability to demonstrate “Circular Dodge” (Ryusui)
5. Front Kick Mae Geri
6. Side Kick Yoko Geri
RANDORI WAZA
Intermediate Randori skills (recommended as supplemental training).
IKKYU (Brown Belt- 1st KYU) First level:
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. No age requirement.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Nikyu, six months.
General Knowledge:
1. Ability to explain & demonstrate primary important points in the study of Ju-Jitsu (form, balance, center of gravity, concentration of power, speed, rhythm, timing, lower abdomen & hip control, as well as discipline of training).
2. Understand the importance of the development of character.
General Terminology:
Ohayoo Gozaimasu
Konnichi Wa
Konban Wa
Ikaga Desu Ka
Sayo Nara
Gomennasai
Pardon Me
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA - Kicking Techniques:
1. Improved ability in all previous Geri Waza.
2. Ability to demonstrate basic breaking techniques with Geri Waza.
NOTE: Proper focus (kime) & technique (Waza) at this level is the primary concern regarding tameshiwari.
UKE WAZA :
Improved ability to demonstrate & to teach all previous Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Improved ability in all previous Atemi Waza.
Tekubi
Hiji
Dokuko
SHIME WAZA – Choking Techniques:
Hadaka-Jime
Kataha-Jime
OSAE WAZA – Holding Techniques:
Improved ability in all previous Osae Waza.
Tate Shiho Gatame
KANSETU WAZA:
Ude Garami
Juji Gatame
Ude Hara Gatame
Kaiten nage
Koshi nage
UKEMI WAZA:
1. Improved ability in all previous Ukemi
NAGE WAZA:
Hane Goshi
Harai Tsuri Komi Goshi
Ashi brai
Tomoe Nage
Kata Guruma
Koshi Nage
Kaiten Nage
Irime Nage
O-Guruma
All other previous forms of nage waza
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability on all previous Goshinjitsu requirements
2. Ability to demonstrate “Jumping Retreat” (Tobi Sagari)
3. Ability to demonstrate “Sliding Retreat” (Hiraki Sagari)
4. Roundhouse Kick
5. Turning Kick
6. Club Attacks
KUMITE WAZA
Intermediate Kumite skills (recommended as supplemental training)
SHODAN (1st Degree Black Belt)
1st Level - Advanced Student:
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. Minimum age -16 years old.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Ikkyu, six months.
General Knowledge:
1. Understand the relationship between Ju-Jitsu & physical/mental fitness.
2. Understand the PJJF Rank System with the significance of each belt level.
3. Write an essay (approx. 500 words) on your personal goals & objectives as they relate to your study of Pak JU-JITSU.
4. Understand Basic Resuscitation Techniques (Kappo).
General Terminology
Doozo
or
Koodasai
Doko Desu Ka?
Yoroshee
Watahkshi
Anata
Koko
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
Improved ability in all previous Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA -:
Improved ability in all previous Geri Waza. )
UKE WAZA -:
Improved ability in all previous Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA –:
(Student will point out each of the below “targets” and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Improved ability in all previous Atemi Waza.
Katsusatsu
Denko
Bitei
Kusazuri
SHIME WAZA -:
Okuri-Eri-Jime (Sho & Ni)
Jigoku-Jime
Ryote Jime
OSEA WAZA –
1. Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Osae Waza.
Tate Shiho Gatame
KANSETU WAZA –:
Ude Ashi Gatame
Escapes for all Kensetu Waza thru San-Kyu Requirements.
Ability to use Kansetu Waza in Self-Defense applications.
NAGE WAZA -:
Sumi Gaeshi
Tani Otoshi
Hane Makikomi
Sukui Nage
Irimi Nage
Ura nage
Soto makikomi
Utsuri-goshi
Uki-otoshi
Te guruma
Uchi mata
10. All previous throws……From 6th-kyu to 1-kyu)
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability on all previous Goshinjitsu requirements
2. Ability to demonstrate “Full – Turn Dodge” (Zen Tenkan)
3. Ability to demonstrate “Half-Turn Dodge”(Hon Tenkan)
4. Basic Knife Defense (3ea)
5. Basic Defense Techniques for Two Attackers
RANDORI WAZA
Intermediate Randori skills (recommended as supplemental training).
NIDAN (2nd Degree Black Belt) 2nd Level - Advanced Student:
General Requirements:
1. Sound moral character.
2. Regular dojo attendance and training.
3. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
4. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
5. Minimum time in grade requirement as Shodan, one year.
General Knowledge:
1. Understand Pak Ju-Jitsu as a Way of Life.
2. Ability to explain "What is Ju-Jitsu" in a comprehensive manner.
3. Write an essay (approx. 500 words) on Vital Point Techniques as related to Martial Arts (Budo).
General Terminology:
Nan Desu Ka ?
Migi Desu.
Hidari Desu
Massu gu Sakee Desu
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA -:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA -:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA -:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Atemi Waza.
SHIME WAZA –:
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Shime Waza.
Okuri-Eri-Jime
Sankaku Jime (Sho)
OSAE WAZA –
Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Osae Waza.
KANSETU WAZA :
1. Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Kansetu Waza.
2. Escapes for all Kansetu Waza thru lk-Kyu.
NAGE WAZA – :
Utsuri Goshi
O Guruma
Soto Makikomi
Uki Otoshi
Sumi Otoshi
Osoto Guruma
Yoko-Guruma
Yoko Gake
Yoko Wakare
Tomoe Nage
All previous forms of Nage waza.
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold or strike.)
1. Improved ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Goshinjitsu requirements.
2. Basic Gun Defense
3. Multi-Attacker Defenses
4. Basic Defenses from seated position
5. Working knowledge and skill in the JJIF Form: NE-WAZA-JITSU-KATA
6. Club Attacks (KUMITE WAZA Advanced Kumite skills (recommended as supplemental training)
SANDAN (3rd Degree BlackBelt)
3rd Level - Advanced Student:
General Requirements:
1. Be an Associate Teacher of Pak JU-JITSU.
2. Sound moral character.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Nidan, two years.
General Knowledge:
1. Extensive knowledge & understanding of the PJJF:
a. Organization & Administration
b. Purpose or Mission
c. Primary Leaders
d. Rank Policy
e. Relationship with other Martial Arts and Organizations
WAZA - Techniques
Demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA - :
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Ate Waza with strong technical skill.
GERI WAZA - :
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Geri Waza with strong technical skill.
UKE WAZA - :
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Uke Waza with strong technical skill.
ATEMI WAZA - :
(Student will point out each of the below "targets" and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Atemi Waza with strong technical skill.
SHIME WAZA - :
Improved ability in all previous Shime Waza.
Okuri-Eri-Jime
Sode Guruma Jime
Sankaku-Jime
OSAE WAZA -:
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Osae Waza with strong technical skill.
KANSETU WAZA -:
Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Kansetu Waza with strong technical skill.
NAGE WAZA -:
Sukui nage
Soto Guruma
Uki Waza
Yoko Wakare
Yoko Guruma
Hane+sotomakikome
Hane-makikomi
Waki-otoshi
Kani Basami
Te guruma
All other previous forms of naga waza
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold or strike.)
1. Ability to demonstrate & teach all previous Goshinjitsu Waza with strong technical skill.
2. Advanced Defenses from seated position
3. Improved ability in the PJJF Form: NE-WAZA-JITSU-KATA
4. Working knowledge and skill in the PJJF Form: E-BO-NO-KATA
RANDORl WAZA
Continued advanced Randori skills (recommended as supplemental training).
YONDAN (4th Degree Black Belt)
4th Level - Skilled Technician:
General Requirements:
1. Be an Associate Teacher of PAK JU-JITSU
2. Sound moral character.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Sandan, three years.
Understand Advanced Theories of:
1. Kawashi Waza vs. Kuzushi Waza .
2. Write an essay (approx. 500 words) on the above topic.
WAZA - Techniques
Demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Atemi Waza.
SHIME WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Shime Waza.
OSAE WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Osae Waza.
KANSETU WAZA :
Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Kansetu waza.
NAGE WAZA -
Ura Nage
Ushiro Goshi
Sumi Otoshi
Yoko Gake
Perfect knowledge of all previous nage waza.
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Students will demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability in demonstrating & teaching all previous Goshinjitsu Requirements.
2. Improved ability in E-BO-NO-KATA.
KUMITE WAZA )
Continued advanced Kumite skills (recommended as supplemental training).
GODAN (5th Degree Black Belt)
5th Level - Skilled Technician:
General Requirements:
1. Active Teacher & Leader of PAK JU-JITSU.
2. Excellent moral character.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Yondan, four years.
Understand Advanced Theories of:
1. Understand the "Warrior's Way of Strategy, The Way of Honor" (suggested text: Living The Martial Way by F.E. Morgan)
2. Write an essay (approx. 1000 words) on the above topics.
WAZA - Techniques
Demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Ate Waza.
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Geri Waza.
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Uke Waza.
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Atemi Waza.
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Atemi Waza.
SHIME WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Shime Waza (& escapes).
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Shime Waza.
OSAE WAZA -:
1. Improved ability in all previous Osae Waza (& escapes).
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Osae Waza.
KANSETU WAZA:
1. Improved ability in all previous Kansetu Waza (& escapes).
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Kansetu Waza.
NAGE WAZA -:
Morote Gari
Kuchiki Taoshi
Kibisu Gaeshi
Uchimata Sukashi
Tsubame Gaeshi
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Demonstrate a self defense technique for each type of attack, "first for form" & "second with speed & power". Each technique will include block, escape or counter with take-down or throw & control hold.)
1. Improved ability on all previous Goshinjitsu requirements
2. Strong Teaching Skills for Goshinjitsu Waza.
3. Working knowledge and skill in the JJIF Form:
GOSHIN JITSU NO KATA
RANDORI WAZA
Continued advanced Randori skills
(recommended as supplemental training).
KUMITE WAZA
Continued advanced Kumite skills
(recommended as supplemental training).
ROKUDAN (6th Degree Black Belt)
General Requirements:
1. Be an Active Teacher & Leader of PAK JU-JITSU.
2. Outstanding moral character.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Minimum time in grade requirement as Godan, five years.
Understand Advanced Theories of:
1. Understand the "Way of Living")
2. Write an essay (approx. 1000 words) on the above topic.
WAZA - Techniques
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA -:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA -:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA -:
(Able to point out all "targets" and know the correct methods of striking the target areas.)
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Atemi Waza.
SHIME WAZA -:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Shime Waza (& escapes).
OSAE WAZA - Holding Techniques:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Osae Waza (& escapes).
KANSETU WAZA -:
Expert demonstration & teaching skills in Kansetu Waza (& escapes).
NAGE WAZA -:
Osoto Gaeshi
Ouchi Gaeshi
Kouchi Gaeshi
Hane Goshi Gaeshi
Uchi Mata Gaeshi
Harai Goshi Gaeshi
All previous throw must be masterly level.
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
(Demonstrate multiple self defense techniques for each type of attack, "with form, speed & power". Each technique will include block, escapes or counter with take-down or throw & control hold or strike.
1. Improved ability in GOSHIN JITSU NO KATA
2. Working knowledge of KIME NO KATA
SHICHIDAN (7th Degree Black Belt)
Senior Teacher Level: (Shihan)
General Requirements:
1. Be an Active Senior Teacher & Leader of PAK JU-JITSU FED.
2. Outstanding moral character.
3. Regular dojo attendance and training.
4. Member in good standing with the PJJF.
5. Trained & examined by a certified PJJF Instructor/Examiner.
6. Time in Grade requirement as Rokudan, six years.
7. Minimum age, 40 years old.
Understand Advanced Theories of:
1. Understand "Mastery of the Martial Way & Ethics of Ju-Jitsu and its application in daily life)
2. Write an essay (approx. 1000 words) on the above topics.
WAZA -
Students will demonstrate the following techniques:
ATE WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Ate Waza.
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Ate Waza.
GERI WAZA:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Geri Waza.
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Geri Waza.
UKE WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Uke Waza.
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Uke Waza.
ATEMI WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Atemi Waza.
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Atemi Waza.
SHIME WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Shime Waza (& escapes).
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Shime Waza.
OSAE WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Osae Waza (& escapes).
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Osae Waza.
KANSETU WAZA -:
1. Senior Expert Instructor of Kansetu Waza & escapes).
2. Expert Skill in demonstrating all Kansetu Waza.
NAGE WAZA - Throwing Techniques:
Kani Basami
Kawazu Gake
Osoto Makikomi
Uchi Mata Makikomi
Harai Makikomi
GOSHINJITSU - Self Defense Techniques:
1. Senior Teacher of all PJJF Goshinjitsu.
2. Improved ability of KIME NO KATA and all other JJIF/PJJF Kata.
HACHIDAN (8th Degree Black Belt) Master Teacher Level: "National Leader of the Martial Arts": “Shihan”
1. Time in Grade Requirement as Shichidan, seven years.
2. Minimum age, 50 years old
KUDAN (9th Degree Black Belt)
"Grand Master":
1. Time in Grade Requirement as Hachidan, eight years.
2. Minimum age, 60 years old
JUDAN (10th Degree Black Belt)
"Grand Master":
1. Time in Grade Requirement as Kudan, nine years.
2. Minimum age, 70 years old.
Note: There are no technical requirements for these ranks. If the PJJF Central Technical Committee does not have knowledge of the technical ability of the candidate in question, he or she may be required to demonstrate the requirements for Shichidan. The PJJF Board of Directors must approve all promotions to these ranks. The primary requirements for 8th, 9th, and 10th Degree Black Belt are moral character and outstanding service to the PJJF and the Pakistan Martial Arts. Questions which the PJJF Central Technical Committee will discuss regarding candidates for these very high ranks are:
1. Outstanding Moral Character. Is this person honest in word and deed? Does this person possess patience, compassion, courage, and all other virtues listed in the PJJF Character Development System?
2. Outstanding Service. Has this person made original contributions to the theory of Ju-Jitsu, or in teaching Ju-Jitsu? Is this person actively teaching Ju-Jitsu? Is this person a National or International) Leader in representing the PJJF? How many articles, manuals or books on Pak JU-JITSU or Ju-Jitsu in Pakistan & relevant matters has this person written?
3. Outstanding Loyalty to the PJJF. Does this person constantly support the PJJF with "time, talent, & treasure"? Can this person be counted on in public to stand up for the Mission Statements of the PJJF?
4. Does this person possess outstanding technique? Can he or she demonstrate all of the Rank Requirements of Pak JU-JITSU?
Note: Not all candidates will possess outstanding achievement in every area listed. Our Federation should be able to point to every Hachidan and higher rank and tell young people to model their actions and their character after these leaders.