Self Defense & Terror Attacks [Toronto]

Self Defense & Terror Attacks [Toronto]

Self Defense & Terror Attacks [Toronto]

The topic of Self Defense & Terror Attacks is a complicated one.  As I am sure you are now aware there was a "terror" attack on Yonge Street North in Toronto [North York] on Monday April 23rd. A man drove a white van down the sidewalk kill 10 and injuring another 15 at the last count. Here is a link to CTV News regarding this attack.

Could something have been done?

From the information available thus far most likely nothing could have been done to prevent this. At least as far as I have seen there is little to no talk about "social media" clues of him having issues. But it is really beyond the scope of this blog to find answers to these complicated questions.
But there is one thing we can say!

The man was seriously mentally ill. And this is becoming a BIG problem.  Whether it is a radical religious or political view, or the man was just homicidal because of personal issues, the result would have been the same. What can we do? Outlaw vans? No we need personal solutions for the other times these things happen.

Knife attacks last night.

Toronto is a big city. About 2.7 million people these days. It is a beautiful city too! Being that I am Canadian, from Windsor Ontario I have spent a lot of time in Toronto. I love the city!  In a city that size and with the stats for crime in Canada there was likely a knife attack.
We can't stop a van, but a knife?

The only thing you can do when someone is coming at you with a truck is get out of the way. But there are skills the martial artist can acquire for the "one on one" situations including knife attacks. And yes Kyusho Jitsu is part of this scenario.

First I will tell you that there are many things martial artists believe about knife defense that is simply not true. So I refer you to an article written by a police officer about this sunject. Here is a link to read more.

There are no guarantees

Successful self defense has no guarantees! In fact there are no guarantees in life. However you can prepare for as many situations as possible. That is part of what martial arts training is supposed to be about. This is why in my teaching I cover a broad base, and relate it all back to the science of pressure point self defense [Kyusho Jitsu].

The entire idea or process behind martial arts training is to not just prepare the body for self defense situations, but also prepare the mind.  Doing this will always increase your odds, and increasing odds is all we can do!

Psychology

In order to be successful in self defense one must prepare the mind! This requires some very specific training, and most of all "thinking" to get the jobs done. This link here will send you to my Kyusho Jitsu eBook website where your can grab a FREE copy of the first chapter of my Psychology of Self Defense eBook. Click here to download now.

Preparing the Mind
 
​I hope you read the article linked above on the 13 Misconceptions of a Knife Attack because it far more likely this type of Self Defense & Terror Attack situation will happen then a van coming at you. Chance favors the prepared mind, and we need to training hard and remain vigilant in our training.
Today the world is an unpredictable place, and self defense needs to be taken very seriously. The good news is that adding the science of pressure point self defense to your current system of training will enhance everything you do. And increase your effectiveness, thus your odds of success.

Have a great day!

Yours in the arts,
Grand Master Art Mason

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Yes it does take some work, but I am seriously looking to increase my base of Kyusho Teachers worldwide. Many times every week I get emails from people asking me "do you have someone in "this" area I can learn from?" And we all know, the best way to learn is in a Dojo!
When I created the Kyusho Jitsu World Alliance I did so with the idea of building up a Kyusho Teachers base worldwide, where we could get the word out on this revolutionary system that makes any martial art more street effective! By creating independent Kyusho Teachers worldwide I am helping people learn, and also helping school owners and those who wish to be Dojo operators succeed.

Kyusho Teachers Levels

There will be a total over the coming months of 5 different Kyusho Jitsu Certified Instructor Courses.  Current I have 2 online for purchase, with Level 3 becoming available on November 1st of this year. Level 4 will be around the beginning of January 2018.
The idea of this is to create a "minimum standard" for Kyusho Jitsu Black Belts, as well as the teachers. So when we have, as an example a 2nd Dan Black Belt, we know he or she knows "x" at the vary least. Right now in the Kyusho world, from what I have seen knowledge is all over the place.
I did my primary Kyusho training for 12 years under the direct supervision of Grand Master Steve Stewart. I am ranked as a Level Five instructor under his system, which is also a DKI Certified System, which at the time make me the most qualified to teach Kyusho Jitsu in Canada beside Grand Master Stewart. Now today I assume there are others.  The system I am setting up is of a similar design, as in Five Levels, but the Kyusho Jitsu World Alliance is in place to help the teachers be successful in their goals.

Seminars and Study Groups

Under these programs as Certified Kyusho Teachers under the KJWA you will be able to organize and teach Kyusho Jitsu Study Groups, and book seminars for yourself anywhere you chose, all with the backing for the organization. You will appear in our database so people can find you and contact you about Kyusho!
Now as part of the launch of the Kyusho Jitsu Level 3 Instructor Certification Program I am "tearing down" the cost barrier to entry! These courses normally sell for $997 each! I paid that for each of my certification levels and $1500 for Level Five! (plus classes). This was the BEST money I ever spent!

However for a limited time I am NOT going to charge you this!

Right now you can purchase Level 1 or Level 2 for ONLY $97 each!

You can also Pre-Order Level 3 for $97! Here are links to read more right now or buy!

1. Level 1 Kyusho Teacher Certification
2. Level 2 Kyusho Teacher  Certification
3. Level 3 Pre-Order Teacher Certification

But it even gets better! You can get 1 Level for $97, 2 levels for $150 or all 3 levels for $175!
If you are considering this option you must email me directly and I will invoice you for this! If you are just purchasing one level you can do so via the links above!
Here is my email address to contact me in regard to multiple levels. Email master@kyushojitsu.ca .
This offer of $97 will not last long and is sunject to change without notice so DON'T WAIT!!

How and Why Kyusho Jitsu is a Game Changer in Self Defense

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Real Self Defense situations are something that most people in the world, even martial artists know little about. With rising crime rates it is becoming more and more important to not only train, but understand what is really going on during an attack.
For years martial artist have been considered, because of the sport aspects and ring style fighting, to be experts in self defense. So we are contacted by different people and individuals to teach "self defense " classes. But a lot of the things being taught simply do not work!
These techniques may have the potential to work, but there is an issue.
You cannot predict with accuracy the reaction, or response of the attacker to the strikes given. HOWEVER, when you incorporate the art and science of pressure point self defense into the picture, you can predict a response from the attacker!
If you knew for certain what a punch to the face would do, then you can tell someone "punch him in the face." But the truth is MANY people can take very heavy blows and show almost no reaction to them!
Now case in point, I will use personal experience to show this. Back in 1991 during a training session for TKD style referees I receive a spin hook kick to the head, just above my left ear. It HURT. I did not go down, but this was the hardest hit I had ever take. No helmets.
The next day I fought in a adjournment and did not do very well. My head hurt. Later that week I found out I had a BAD concussions and a hairline skull fracture.
Now on the street, if I was an attacker, the the adrenaline rushing in my body, this would not even slow me down! Note also I am NOT a remarkable physical specimen. I am average! The guy who throw the kick was a national level fighter too! He hit HARD.
You must be able to know how to effectively disable someone, do it fast, and predict the results. This is why adding pressure points, or as the old-timers call them nerve strikes to your self defense it a GAME CHANGER.
When I hit a point correctly, I know how his or her body will react to the strike or manipulation. I know, just as an example  that if I strike LUNG-6 the hand will open, the head will come forward and the front knee will bend, on everyone, every time!
This knowledge is CRITICAL!
So where do you begin? There are many places you can! But right now I have a brand new video series available on the 15 Principles of Kyusho Jitsu. This information is priceless in learning to incorporate Kyusho Jitsu into you current system
Follow this link and learn more NOW!
[caption id="attachment_490" align="alignnone" width="300"] 15 Principles of Kyusho Jitsu[/caption]

What is the Dim Mak Project About?

Last weekend on our live stream I was asked what the Dim Mak  Project was about? Is it about the legends of Dim Mak, the folklore?
Absolutely not. I personally have zero interest in these legends. Long ago I found this stuff to be fascinating, but as we grow older our interests change. What is it about?
Will Dim Mak really work? Is death touch possible? And if the answer is yes, HOW does it work? That how is not from the technique side, but from the medical side. What happens in the body that causes the results Dim Mak speaks of.
So this is not going to be a "how to" book, but a how and why book.
My main reason for the Dim Mak Project itself is to first research these answers, then later find a way to incorporate, and teach this information in a real self defense system, helping people to deal effectively with real life and death, high escalation situations.
This project will break new ground in the study of self defense. If you would like to learn more, perhaps join us on the Dim Mak Project please follow the link below!
Have a great day!
[caption id="attachment_376" align="alignnone" width="300"] The Dim Mak Project[/caption]

Pressure Point Basics - Understanding Kyusho Jitsu

Now first I am going categorically state, Kyusho Jitsu in NOT a martial art. Kyusho Jitsu is a system, or a science that is applied to any martial art to make it more effective.
That being done lets discuss some basics. What is a pressure points? This is a place in the body where a nerve ends, branches off like in a "Y" formation, or where nerves cross.  It is not the nerve itself.
What is the size of a pressure point? A pressure points actual size is that of the head of a pen, however the area of activation is about the size of a loony, or silver dollar.
What kinds of point are there? Points come in 3 classification for attack. They are either "touch points" "rub points" or "hit points." A touch point will not respond to a hit, however some points are of more than one type.
How long will a pressure point stay active? After stimulation a pressure point can stay active for up to 20 minutes.
How should you strike a point? A pressure point needs to be attacked at a 45 degree angle using 2-Way Action or complex motion.
Now if this sounds interesting we have a few options for you to learn more. The first is our FREE Kyusho Jitsu Mini Course which you can subscribe too below.
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The Psychology of Self Defense

Being able to defense yourself is believe it or not more mind than it is physical prowess or technique. Not everyone no matter how well trained is able to defend themselves in a real life situation.
Back when I was with my first instructor there was a woman in the school who was amazing to watch move. Her abilities were astounding! Power, speed and grace. But one night on the riverfront in downtown Windsor she was almost raped. She froze in fear. None of her training came to her aid. Luckily for her the Windsor Police were staking out the park and arrested the 2 men before anything really bad happened.
I have been doing specialized self defense workshops and courses for 30 years. I recall very well one group of women we taught back in the early 90's. They were all Real Estate people who were concerned about going out at night. Everyone did very well. At the end of the course we brought in an Uki, padded him up really well and had him attack each of the women in different unrehearsed scenarios. One woman screamed, began to shake uncontrollably and cried for an hour.  She had flashbacks of being attacked.
Another woman in the same group destroyed my Uki and actually hurt him through all the padding. She had been attacked once also.
It is not the martial art style and never has been. Yes the training is VERY important, but without the understanding of the REAL psychology of self defense, and not the Dr Phil crap either,  there is no way to guarantee success, or even survival of the aftermath if you lose.
The physical is only maybe 10% of the picture.
So what is it then that causes success or failure? There is a part of the human brain that determines how we react or respond to every situation in life. It's programming decides if you are successful in self defense or any other aspect of life. It is influenced and acts upon your habitual thoughts, including the ones you don't know you think, as well as your self image, the real self image not the one some people pretend to be.
So once again I am going to put my fingers to the keyboard and write a NON Kyusho Jitsu book on the Psychology of Self Defense. How to reprogram yourself, and help those you teach to be successful in not just a self defense situation, but life in general.
Very soon I will release more information on this eBook, which for the first time I may have printed as well. Watch our book site from the link below. Once I have the information together it will be featured on the front page.

Have a great weekend and don't miss out Canada Day Birthday Celebration!

The Great Truth of Knife Defense

There is no more dangerous weapon in hand to hand combat than the knife. Why? First of all it can change direction, cut from many angles, and is very unforgiving.  Bullets miss, knives rarely do!
There are literally hundreds of different styles of knives, each with strong and weak points as a weapon. But they all share one common trait. If they cut the right place life is over in seconds.  In the hands of a professional trained knife fighter the average person has little to no chance of survival.  But we don't focus on training for the professional right away. Odds are you will encounter someone pissed off, or desperate (drug addict) with little skill. This is the first step in training.
I have seen some really terrible knife defense over the years. But you have to start somewhere right? The problem is often that after a dozen or so counter techniques most martial arts stop there. Now the combat systems like Systema and Bojuka go in depth with knife defense. But the problem for most martial artist is that it requires re-learning movement they have already become adept at.
It would be better to add to the knowledge you already have, and make that more effective than to reinvent the wheel. That is where Kyusho Jitsu Knife Defense, my upcoming eBook comes in.
This new eBook will include practical information, Kyusho and medical principles, as well as training exercises you can use and incorporate into you current art, system or style. The eBook will include links to download companion video to go with the information in the book.
For more information on this NEW eBook / Video set follow the link below. Yes there is a preorder!
[caption id="attachment_490" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kyusho Jitsu Knife Defense[/caption]