History - Jujutsu in the west through modern day Flashcards
(20 cards)
When did jūjutsu arrive in the west?
In the latter part of the 19th century
What was the primary reason for the popularity of jūjutsu in the west?
Challenge matches and public fights
What principles does jūjutsu emphasize for overcoming larger opponents?
- Leverage
- Yielding flexibility
Name two notable jūjutsu experts who promoted the art in the west.
- Yukio Tani
- Mitsuyo Maeda
What name did Mitsuyo Maeda use when he fought in Brazil?
Conde Koma
What year did Maeda arrive in Brazil?
1914
What was Maeda’s relationship with Carlos Gracie?
Maeda was Carlos’s instructor
What is the name of the academy opened by Donato Pires dos Reis in Rio?
Academia de Jiu-Jitsu
What name did the Gracie brothers give to their academy in 1932?
Academia Gracie de Jiu-Jitsu
What subjects did Carlos Gracie study besides jūjutsu?
- Nutrition
- Spirituality
- Exercise
- Natural hygiene
True or False: Carlos and Helio Gracie accepted fights based on subjective criteria.
False
What was the primary focus of jūdō after the passing of Jigoro Kano?
Becoming a competitive sport with limited ground grappling
What did the Gracie brothers believe about the teaching of jūjutsu?
It should be taught as a self-defense method, not a sport
In what year did Carlos and Helio open a state-of-the-art academy in Rio?
1952
What belt did the Gracie brothers wear to distinguish themselves from sport judo instructors?
Navy belt
What was Hélio Gracie’s weight during his fighting career?
Approximately 143 lbs
What did Hélio Gracie aim to achieve through his teaching method?
Raise students’ confidence in jūjutsu techniques
Who created the original UFC in 1993?
Helio Gracie’s oldest son
Fill in the blank: Carlos and Helio Gracie became legendary jūjutsu _______.
[grandmasters]
What was the impact of Carlos and Hélio Gracie on jūjutsu worldwide?
They positively impacted the lives of thousands
