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Jukkendo is a dynamic martial arts founded by sensei Nori Bunasawa, Kodokan 8th Dan. The inspiration came from following Mitsuyo Maeda’s international fighting career, and researching for his judo teachings in Brazil. Jukkendo consists of four styles: Judo, Jiu-jitsu, self-defense, and physical and mental fitness.
The men, women and children will have the opportunity to gain physical and mental fitness while safely learning the dynamic throws of judo and grappling techniques of jiu-jitsu and self-defense strikes and kicks.
Who is Conde Koma?
Conde Koma (Mitsuyo Maeda) was a Kodokan Judo master sent by Dr. Jigoro Kano to spread Judo throughout the world. He became one of the most prolific professional MMA fighter. He won more than 2,000 professional fights in his career. His accomplishments led to him being called the "toughest man who ever lived."
Conde Koma was fundamental to the development of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu through his teachings to the Gracie family. The Gracie Jiu-jitsu, more commonly known as Brazillian Jiu-jitsu was created by Carlos Gracie of Brzail who studied under the great Japanese Judo champion Conde Koma. Carlos Gracie quickly adapted the Judo techniques he learned from Conde Koma to meet the demands of the streets of Brazil.
“If you want to get your face beaten and smashed, your ass kicked and your arms broken, contact Carlos Gracie at this address…” ---Brazillian newspaper ad, circa 1920s
Conde Koma is referred to as the godfather of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. Conde Koma’s work in Brazil has inspired Sensei Nori Bunasawa to author the first English language book on Conde Koma’s life with the same title;
“The Toughest Man Who Ever Lived,”
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