Hawaii Zenyo JuJutsu Kai
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The Hawaii Zenyo JuJutsu Kai is a pending Hawaii Nonprofit 501
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A unique Martial Arts Academy based on the Japanese art of JuJitsu
and the Hawaiian Martial Arts system of DanZan Ryu JuJitsu of the KoDenKan.
We presently offers classes in DanZan Ryu JuJitsu with the
esoteric arts and values of
Aloha (loving spirit), Ohana (family
spirit), Kokua (helping spirit),
Hula (inner spirituality), and Lomilomi
(healing spirit).
Other related subjects taught are; Ki,
Kiai, Meditation, Massage, and Go and Konane.
JuJitsu is Japanese system of philosophy, combat and self-defense. It is one of the world’s oldest martial arts. JuJitsu is the parent of many martial art disciplines, including Judo, Aikido, NinJitsu and several systems of Karate (ie. Wado Ryu Karate). JuJitsu in its original form is unique among the martial arts in its effectiveness, simplicity, and full range of techniques. The art of JuJitsu excels in Self-Protection and Self-Defense. It depends on skill and technique rather than strength and speed. JuJitsu provides a lifetime recreational opportunity that can be practiced by any individual, regardless of size, age, or physical condition or handicap. Students learn Escapes Holds, Chokes, Throws, Weapons Techniques, Striking, Kicking, Kata, Rolling and Falling, as well as Healing Techniques and Restorative Massage.
The Hawaii Zenyo JuJutsu Kai Martial Arts
Academy teaches the JuJitsu system known as “DanZan Ryu of the KoDenKan”. This system was introduced to the
Islands by Japanese born Hawaiian, Prof. Henry S. Okazaki, in 1922. Many older kama’aina in
Students are free to compete in any style of martial arts, from Full Contact
Karate, Boxing, Judo, Sambo, Aikido, Chinese
Grappling, or in the new Arena (cage) Style “jujutsu” contests. Students can be
further trained in basic wrestling skills for college & olympic
level competition (greco-roman), or can go as far as
the professional (“big time”) wrestling safety school.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not necessary to “cross train” in martial
arts when studying DanZan Ryu
JuJitsu properly. With very few exceptions it has
most of the elements of all other martial arts within it. Many other systems of
martial arts are direct results of specific areas of JuJitsu.
For instance there are several Karate sytems (ie Wado Ryu) that are direct studies
of the atemi (striking and kicking)of
JuJitsu. Judo is a sport based on JuJitsu.
Aikido is an entire philosophical study of the esoterics
and metaphysics of JuJitsu. And the list goes on to
include several Massage and Healing systems.
The study of Ki, Kiai,
Meditation, and Restorative Massage are essential to the system. The advanced
studies of Ki in our system can exceed most efforts
of many other martial arts, even those directly related to JuJitsu.
Ki is an intricate and important element in all
DanZan Ryu JuJitsu Yawara, Throwing,
Grappling, and Striking arts. There are over 150 basic techniques up to Black
Belt and over 100 arts to learn after Black Belt.
The Japanese Art of Restorative Massage is one of the most highly regarded
aspects of DanZan Ryu JuJitsu. It combines classic Japanese Massage, Hawai’ian Lomilomi,
Accupuncture, Accupressure,
Tsubo as well as the popular techniques of Swedish
massage. Seifukujitsu is very important in learning
the higher arts of JuJitsu.
Professor Okazaki, who perfected the restorative and healing arts associated
with DanZan Ryu, was the
Physical Therapist for Pres. Roosevelt when he stayed in
The History of Our Schools, Teachers, and Organizations
The history of our Hui, traces its
heritage to the original KoDenKan of
Arriving in Hawaii in 1992, Sensei McLaughlin taught at several locations on
the Islands of Oahu and Kauai, and left these schools with firmly established
basic arts to be continued on by their own senseis. After being nominated the AAU
JuJitsu Chairman for Hawaii, Sensei McLaughlin
established the Hawai’i JuJitsu
KoDenKai Martial Arts Academy in Honolulu, Oahu,
Hawaii, 1994. The HJK has been moved on, and now the Hawaii Zenyo JuJutsu Kai is the new
martial arts college carrying on in it’s place. The HZJK is located at 61 Puiwa, Rd, Nu’uanu Valley,
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA.
The HZBK is proud member of the Bushidokan Federation, and the A.A.U.
The HZJK believes that excellence in Martial Arts can be gained through the mutual cooperation and growth of the student and the instructor. They each learn from the other. The founders, as well as the current masters of instruction, share the belief that it is necessary for the mind, body, and spirit to be in harmony for personal growth and development. Ki is a daily study and is included in every technique and concept taught. It is refined in all the lists and is used extensively in the studies of anatomy. The HZJK also believes that Martial Artists should be knowledgeable in Literary, Social, Philosophical, and Fine arts as well as the Physical arts. Our students have an extensive academic reading list.
Professor Steven J. McLaughlin, Sensei HZJK (7th Degree BlackBelt), Shihan of DanZan Ryu Zenyo Bujutsu of the Bushidokan Federation. He has been studying martial arts since 1972. Sensei McLaughlin was appointed Hawaii A.A.U. JuJitsu Chairman in 1994. In 1974 as a scuba dive professional and a PADI certified Rescue Diver, he has innovated the oldest advanced course of underwater techniques (MizuJitsu). Prof. McLaughlin has a degree in Computer Graphics & Design, and a degree in Information & Computer Science, he worked previously as a licensed massage therapist in Nevada and will soon be finishing his Masters Degree in Acupuncture, Herbology and Oriental Medicine. Over the years Prof. McLaughlin also became a Certified and Bonded Locksmith, Pistolsmith, and Knife and Sword designer. And as a Master Archer and Knife Fighting student for many years, he found time to write about these subjects for several leading magazines. His published articles in on Fire-arms, Edged Weapons (Knife Throwing / Knife Fighting), and Computers are still in demand.
As a hobby Prof. McLaughlin restores and races vintage Indian Motorcycles. He currently owns and drives daily a 1946 Indian Chief Roadmaster.