The guiding principles of Taijutsu - Self Defense practice are:
- Training includes specific physical conditioning, movements, strikes, joint locks, chokes, throws, and immobilizations, all aimed at self-defense and controlling the attacker.
- A wide variety of unarmed defenses are used against one or multiple attackers, focusing on effectiveness without mystical or competitive-sport elements, emphasizing moving away from the aggressor, neutralizing threats, and escaping dangerous situations.
- Maximum efficiency with minimal time and effort is achieved with the lowest possible risk by training principles that leverage the opponent's energy to one’s advantage. Instead of resisting the attack’s force directly, the attacker’s strength is redirected and used against them.
- Emphasis on human anatomical knowledge, including pressure and striking points, joints, and bone structures, to maximize the effectiveness of techniques.
- By training movements and striking vulnerable points at the initiation of action, an opening is created that should be used to apply a joint lock and/or throw, ultimately leading to the control of the aggressor on the ground if necessary.
- Emphasis on fluid, natural movements and elevated stances, allowing for smooth transitions between techniques and facilitating adaptation to any attack situation.
- Use of traditional Japanese weapons as an integral part of Taijutsu practice.
- Differentiated content for private security personnel and members of law enforcement agencies, known as Taihojutsu, which have different objectives.
- Respect for the principles of legitimate self-defense: congruence, timeliness, and proportionality.
The main characteristic of this martial art is its functional orientation, being highly practical, realistic, and directed towards self-defense.
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