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!
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News on the Dim Mak Project

I just wanted to touch base with everyone with regards to what is happening with the Dim Mak Project. Right now I am still in the data collecting stages, make my notes from all the research I have been doing. All this information is compared to each other, and also compared to the direct work I have done to find the common truths versus the folklore about Dim Mak.
Things are still on schedule for the release of the eBook this Fall!
Now the comparative nature of writing this eBook serves a great purpose. I can then give you accurate information, that can be studied and replicated. A few years back I did a personal project on the life of Vlad the Impaler (Vlad Tepes). The historical accounts and folklore were ridiculous. So I did research by comparing the history from the Hungarian Empire, the Ottoman Empire, information from Wallachia (Now Romania) and then searched actual historical records from places like Sibiu to see how everything lined up and compared.  After I wrote an eBook account of his life I believe to be the most accurate. But you can see the idea behind the research!
The Dim Mak Project is being done the same way!
For more information on the Dim Mak Project I am going to give you a few links.  Below is the full list including Facebook pages and groups.

• The Dim Mak Project Website
• The Dim Mak Project Facebook Page
• The Dim Mak Project Facebook Group

If you are curious about my work on Prince Vlad III Dracula follow the link to the Facebook Page.
Have a great weekend!

Understanding Neurological Pressure Point Knockouts

Now with the seminar in Spain behind me I will begin to focus on my next eBook which is on Neurological Pressure Point . Kyusho Jitsu Knockouts. For people involved in the study of Kyusho, and those interested in learning this has always been an area of focus.
What is a Knockout? How does it happen? Are there different kinds of knockouts? The fact is yes there are. Understanding these is also very important in successful self defense! So let's take a look at these right now.

CONCUSSION

Caused by blunt trauma to the head resulting in bruising or damage to one or more areas of the brain as it collides with the inside of the skull. This can be caused by heavy impact to the skull such as a martial arts strike, a fall, car accident, etc...

NEUROLOGICAL

Caused by a short circuit, overload, or imbalance in the central nervous system (involving both the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems). This can be using Kyusho Jitsu techniques. It may also be caused by extreme stress, emotions, shock, or extreme trauma to any area of the body (a broken or crushed limb for example). This kind of knockout can also be chemically induced (alcohol, toxins, allergies).

CARDIO/RESPIRATORY

Caused by limiting the oxygen supply to the brain. This can be caused by choking or strangulation involving the air supply, the flow of blood or both. It can also be caused by impact to veins or arteries causing a disruption in the flow of blood, or by dislodging plaque from the arterial walls causing clots. This is one of the reasons why we tend not to do KO's on persons over the age of 40. Other causes such as stroke, cardio vascular disease and respiratory ailments such as asthma are considered Cardio/Respiratory issues but may also be triggered Neurologically.
If you would like more information on my new eBook coming in about 2 weeks you can follow this link below to learn more!
Neurological Pressure Points Jitsu eBook[/caption]Also you may wish to join our Free 3 Video Pressure Point Knockout Mini Course from this link below!
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Never Been to Spain - Kyusho Jitsu Seminar

As the old song goes, "well I've never been to Spain," I am headed there tomorrow morning. It will be a long day as I leave Brasov at about 5:00 and arrive at about 9:15pm there time. But I have been doing the travel thing a lot over the years and am used to it.
This will be a great seminar. I will be basing it on my eBook The 15 Principles Plus One of Kyusho Jitsu which means I get to teach Alarm Points, I love teaching Alarm Points. Plus I have several other surprises for them.
I got my start a long time ago by attending a George Dillman seminar at Steve Stewart's Modern Martial Arts in London Ontario.  I have never looked back since then!
For this seminar we have an English / Spanish translator as well as a video camera setup to capture the day. I am so much looking forward to this also.  I also enjoy very much meeting new people in these kinds of setting.
It is going to be a great time!
If you are interested in hosting a Kyusho Jitsu Seminar at your school/club/dojo follow the link below! You can find update from Spain on our Facebook Page.
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The Secrets to Learning Kyusho Jitsu

Well I am getting ready to head out Friday morning to Spain to do a weekend seminar and some grading. I am really looking forward to it! There is nothing like a pressure point / kyusho jitsu seminar to create some excitement!
The seminar is being recorded and there will be lots of video coming from it! I will be back in Brasov Romania Tuesday morning and get back to work on the latest eBook on Neurological Pressure Point Knockout. I will also have to get the Principle of the Grand Master eBook online for all those who preordered it!
There are many different ideas behind learning Kyusho Jitsu. My teacher Steve Stewart follow George Dillman around for many years, attending every seminar possible to learn this. But today we have better method to teach!
Not we have systems and curriculum!
Back in late winter I created Kyusho Jitsu University with several different levels of learning. We have 3 different programs which range from the GOLD Program, which is for the single student, to the Diamond Program for someone who wishes to be an instructor, to the Platinum Program for the martial artist to wants it all!
These are all curriculum based certification courses that include grading in the paid membership! Plus you can cancel anytime if you are not satisfied!
However right now you can Test Drive our Gold Membership Program for 30 Days for ONLY $1.00! And as a bonus for doing the Test Drive you get access to our NEW Neurological Pressure Point Knockout Course for FREE!
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