Why Kosho Ryu

First I must address I have been involved with Kosho Ryu study longer than Kyusho Jitsu. And thus this is not something new for me. My root art is Kul Sul Hapkido. However after 16 years of study there was just nothing left. Really there was nothing left to learn aside from a new Kata each years after about 10 years.  This was the main reason I left my teacher and opened up my own Dojo called Art Mason's Peaceful Warriors Martial Arts Institute. And I am very happy I did this. Almost immediately upon opening we began the journey of learning. 

The first part of our expansion of learning was with Grand Master Mark Shuey and Cane Masters. Because of this, and the joining of the World Budo Alliance I met Shidoshi Richard Buchan in late 2000 and began my Kosho Ryu journey. So in late 2000 we setup our first seminar with Shidoshi Buchan. From there it expanded and became a monthly study. Travelling to Toronto, or him coming to Windsor. I have lost contact with Shidoshi over the years. But thus is life.

However it influenced everything we did. And the study, and it is a study, is endless. Kosho Shorei Ryu us a COMPLETE martial art. This means there is always more to learn. And because of this it is a way of life also!  I study everyday and learn something new each day. Plus I can train this very easily in real life. Even in these strange days we are living today. 

Hon Sang Mu Sa Hapkido

Kosho Ryu had such a heavy influence on what we did on the floor that I ended up founding my own system. This is called Hon Sang Mu Sa Hapkido. And KOSHO was heavy influence. Yes I taught Kyusho, but as a separate entity for the most part to my Black Belts.  The name Hon Sang Mu Sa has 2 meanings, the 1st is "ancient spiritual warrior," however the second is "old pine tree" which is a reference to Kosho founder Kosho Busatsu. He by legend sat under a pine tree and became enlightened about martial arts movement and self defense. 

Therefore what the true name of the art is Kosho Shorei Ryu Hapkido.  And this is what will be taught at my Wolf's Den Dojo in Romania.

I recall very well one Friday night sitting in Shidoshi's home with my son Curt and 2 of Shidoshi's senior students talking. One of them asked me, "what martial art do you study?" I replied "Hapkido." He then stated, "no your martial art is Kosho Ryu, your style is Hapkido." This never left me. And this was in 2001. In 2006 I founded and renames the hybrid art of Hon Sang mu Sa Hapkido. 

Kosho Core Concepts

Therefore as part of my change of focus I am putting together a series of 12 courses called the Kosho Core Concepts Series for anyone who wishes to bring the study of the Octagon, the Natural Laws of Kosho Ryu to what they are currently doing. And if you study pressure points from me this fits right in! 

Here is a short video from the Kosho Atemi Waza Course on Tuite

As I have view the Kyusho Jitsu out in the wild for the last 7 years especially I have seen many have problems getting clean knockouts and making different pressure points work. This is not a Kyusho problem but a training problem. And Kosho is the cure. 

In Conclusion

I hope you consider joining me on this journey. And the Kosho Core Concepts Series is where to begin! Below I also have a FREE training video to get you started.

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Martial Art study in the 20th and 21st century has undergone a transformation. I call this transformation watering down. And this was done to fit what society wanted.  As an example when James Mitose was teaching in Hawaii at what he called the "International Self Defense Club" he taught techniques, not Kosho Ryu. And you will find that this is true for many of the masters of old. But only if you study the history of the martial arts.

Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street

Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street is the topic of this article, and linked to the relationship of what happened to the teachings of the arts.  Pressure Points exist in all martial arts. If you strike the body they MUST also be struck. When you strike a body you will always hit a pressure point. With over 361 on each side of the body it is impossible not to hit one.

However their teaching as been left out of the equation for decades. In my book the Complete Kyusho Jitsu Learning Guide from A to Z I address this issue of missing teachings.  I suggest getting a copy.

Today Kyusho Jitsu can be found in many places. And there are many teachers out there doing a great job of teaching the art. But there is something missing. Kyusho is an intellectual pursuit. And some of the demonstrations are excellent! 

However the problem lies with application to the streets. And while I have addressed this in the past. I have been reluctant to get into this fully. The reason? Martial Artists have very fragile egos and are many times not interested in expanding their knowledge. 

So, how do we change this to make Kyusho Jitsu truly effective on the street?

Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street - Steps

The first step is to realize sport martial arts will not give you what you need. It has its place, but that place is a ring, not the streets. Next comes an understanding that you have learned what is called a "reactionary" martial art.  And that is a good thing! However the problem is that the masters of old taught WRONG on purpose, and never evolved the teachings from there. As I stated about Mitose Sensei taught techniques in Hawaii, not Kosho. This is the same thing.

You need to take your "reactionary first" system to a "preparatory" martial art first and reactionary second system. And one of the 1st principles of Kyusho Jitsu is Body Mechanics. Therefore the best answer to the issue is to learn Kosho Ryu and integrate it into everything you do. And Kosho is all about Body Mechanics, the natural laws of movement. ANd this is what makes Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street!

Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street - In Conclusion

If you want to take your martial art training to a NEW level I will give you some great options below! Making Kyusho Jitsu Work on the Street is something we all need to pursue!

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Pressure Point LI-11

Pressure Point LI-11 is with the elbow flexed, located in the depression at lateral the end of the transverse cubital crease. And also midway between LU-05 and the lateral epicondyle of the Humerus Bone. Plus on the radial aspect of the elbow at the origin of the extensor carpi radialis muscle. And the radial side of the brachioradialis muscle.

Hitting this pressure point can cause permanent damage to the elbow as it is located directly on the joint. A blow here also can weaken other joints on the body. When used in an aspect, this pressure point is used to calm the person down.  Attacking it can cause the opposite effect which is anxiety. This pressure point also can cause diarrhea and vomiting.

Very important to note is that LI-11 is is an Underlying Indicator Point.

Pressure Point LI-11 - In Conclusion

Thank you for reading Pressure Point LI-11. This is a very important series, and I hope you will read them all!

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Personally this subject is of little interest to me. My focus is on making things work on the street, not for show. And I honestly see no street application here. I am not saying it is not possible, just not plausible. I have written on book on the subject and 3 video courses. But this was from demand to learn, not my own interest. And my new book Complete Kyusho Jitsu Learning Guide includes this topic. 

No Touch Knockout Controversy

So, how does this all work? First this was discovered by accident. And it does not work on everyone.  And from the work I have done on the subject is tied to the Chi levels of the Uke, and whether the aura defends itself when it feels attacked. I myself have not experienced being "no touched." But I am also hard to knockout to begin with.

And the basic no touch knockout is done by driving energy through the brain and the nervous system on an angle, and then splitting this energy. This causes the brain to become confused and a pass-out is often the result. Sometimes it can be just dizziness. 

However caution is needed!

No Touch Knockout Controversy - Caution

Most important to note is that I have seen this phenomenon go bad in practice. The first time was a close friend and colleague who was ill afterwards for about 6 months. The reason was that other principles, sound and emotion were brought into play. 

And the second ended up in respiratory failure and almost death. Now I am going to be honest. Believe what I am saying or not, it is up to you. I am NOT trying to convince anyone of anything. 

And to my thinking this No Touch Knockout Controversy is unnecessary. Why? Because when I look at the world today, and the lack of people being open minded and are willing to look at a world of possibilities, I cannot be surprised so many attack the No Touch. Therefore an open minded person might dismiss it, because they have no interest.  But when something is attacked, then you know there is truth in what is being said. Life is best lived with an open mind. 

In Conclusion

When your mind is open to possibility, your world becomes far more meaningful.

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Pressure Point SI-08

Pressure Point SI-08 is located with the elbow flexed, 

Pressure Point SI-08 is located between the olecranon of the ulna bone and the medial epicondyle of the Humerus Bone. This is a very dangerous pressure point to strike. And aside from the fact that it will cause considerable pain and Chi drainage, if struck at the same time as Pressure Point LU-05. Very important to note it will cause a knock out or even possible death.

Pressure Point SI-08 is also an Underlying Indicator Point. You should read this article also as it is very informative about these special pressure points. 

In Kyusho Jitsu learning the more you know, the more you know. Some of these pressure point featured in this articles you might never use. But, being this one is located on the arms, and the arms always present themselves this is excellent knowledge.

Pressure Point SI-08 - In Conclusion

Therefore I am not sure I will do anymore in this series, however time will tell. Also checkout my Free 10 Lesson Kyusho Jitsu Mini Course if you have a minute more.  Thank for reading about Pressure Point SI-08.

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Associated Alarm Points, which are all found on the Bladder Meridian on the right side of the body, are extremely dangerous as they relate directly to the neurological aspect of the organ they represent. Most of all Striking this pressure point will cause a knockout, breathing issues and potentially shut off the Lungs resulting in death.

Thus I strongly suggest you read my article on Kyusho Resuscitation and take my Kyusho Jitsu Chi Resuscitation Certification Course. And I have always taught resuscitation in depth in my Kyusho study groups. But the issue with students today is they learn something and believe there is no need for further study.

Very important to note this idea is very wrong. Memorization is NOT learning. Yes it is part of the learning path however training in the learning, refreshing the information, and focus are major elements also. 

Pressure Point BL-13 - In Conclusion

Therefore I did not answer his question. It was asked in a very snide way. I have no patience for these kinds of people any longer.  Thank you or taking time to read this article on Pressure Point BL-13.

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Thus if you want to properly learn Kyusho Jitsu there is a path. And the closer you stick to this path the better you will do. 

And this is true for teaching Kyusho also. Important to note one of the issues we have in the martial arts world is instructors taking short cuts because one method worked best for them. 

Properly learn Kyusho Jitsu

Because something works for me does not mean it will work for you! However when you make teaching martial arts a career you should be properly studying the best methods of teaching, based on how well your students perform. And not what works for you. Most of all I started teaching Kyusho in Dojo, as a certified teacher in about 2005. And back in 2009 I was the most qualified teacher in Canada aside from my teacher Grand Master Stewart.

So I have the experience to talk about this. And I do this full time. So what is this path when it comes to Kyusho Jitsu? Back in 2017 I released a video course called the Kyusho Jitsu Level One Instructor Certification Course.

And this is the novice course and it lays out what to do and teach step by step and month by month!

How to Properly learn Kyusho Jitsu? - Here is an example:

• What is a Pressure Point? Detailed teaching on question.
• What is the area of activation?
• What is the correct angle and direction of striking?
• And the list continues

Therefore you do not need to jump around into specific pressure points and locations. Start here and build on the teaching. Like properly laying a foundation for a building.  

Complete Kyusho Jitsu Learning Guide from A to Z

With that in mind, and realizing not everyone can or will spend money on a certification course I decided to write a book called the Complete Kyusho Jitsu Learning Guide from A to Z.  This book is a step by teaching / learning guide to help anyone from beginner to master levels either learn or teach Kyusho Jitsu.

And I am positive there is no other book out there like this. Most importantly it is like page numbers. And it starts exactly where the student should start and moves step by step forward. Most of all it does not just reference points, it teaches the content in a concise plain speaking manner.

Have a read from the link provided above if you have a moment.

How to Properly learn Kyusho Jitsu? - In Conclusion

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Pressure Point ST-17 And this is one nasty pressure point. Most of all it does require a “dead on” strike with medium to hard force. And surprisingly this can cause death. And this pressure point is also never needled in acupuncture for the same reason.

Very important to note that upon striking, a sensation moves up the neck on the side attacked with unconsciousness following shortly after. This sensation moves into the head before the knockout happens. And Pressure Point ST-17 is also know to cause a loss of memory.

Please do not play with this pressure point! Martial Artists, especially Kyusho Jitsu people have been know to take risks. It is not your life you are playing with but the life of the Uke. And believe me, none of us are as talented as we like to believe. I have seen many bad knockouts that resulted in illness in the Uke.

Pressure Point ST-17 - In Conclusion

Also make sure before you work with Kyusho Jitsu Pressure Points you understand the art of Resuscitation. 

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Have you ever seen an America Kenpo practitioner hit themselves as they are in the process of striking an opponent?  Some of them, especially those involved in Kyusho are aware of why they are doing it, some do not know.

Kyusho Vibrational Energy Transfer

Now I do not know the history of American Kenpo much beyond the average person whoever
the action they are doing has a purpose within Kyusho Jitsu. We call Vibrational Energy transfer.

Again, this is not a complex principle but does allow for you to “cheat” the technique and get the knockout very quickly.

The act of slapping yourself will allow you to pickup the energy of the element involved and
then to quickly release it with the next strike. Here is an example. You wish to do a very fast knockout at ST-05 but after striking metal you are not in good position to acquire the Wood element. Striking yourself at GB-24 as an example, then with the same hand moving up to ST-05 will yield a big result.

Kyusho Vibrational Energy Transfer

From an advanced level, you can even backtrack to Water, before you use the Fire strike or hit
Fire intensify that. Stacking multiple strikes on your own body, going back and forth will
increase the effect again even more! Plus, the harder you hit yourself, the more of that element you take with you. But this method does work in closely with Tempo so you cannot wait long between strikes are the energy will dissipate.

There is an easy way to test this out. Put a chest pad on your Uke. Strike the pad with medium
strength. Then do it again hitting yourself first. You will see a marked difference in the result.
You can also do this with the opposite hand, but it can lose its effectiveness, unless you also
incorporate the Principle of Yin and Yang as you are doing it!

There are many, many variations
of doing this principle. Below are a few examples of Kyusho Vibrational Energy Transfer. 

1. Single hand
2. Opposite hands
3. Double hands combined with a kick

The list is really left to your imagination, the types of movements you do and some time
experimenting with it.

Kyusho Vibrational Energy Transfer - In Conclusion

Make sure as to always protect the Uke from injury or harm. I think you will really enjoy this the 15th Principle of Kyusho Jitsu and see its value to your study.

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Pressure Point LI-05

Pressure Point LI-05 location is on the radial side of the wrist, when the thumb is tilted upwards. The point is in the depression between the tendons of the extensor pollicis longus and brevis muscle.

This pressure point is a “natural short out” point that will cause great pain and allow you to drop someone to their knees easily. And this causes "Chi" drainage and a sudden loss of energy. Pressure Point LI-05 is also an Underlying Indicator Pressure Point.

It can be used as a set up point, or it can be used all by itself as a devastating strike. The whole upper body is put out of balance both physically and Chi wise.

A strong strike can also cause potential brain damage. Because this point is a ‘he’ point, when struck rather than used for healing, it will take Chi away from the lungs. Why does a Large Intestine Pressure Point take energy from the Lungs? Have a look at the 24 Hour Diurnal Cycle to understand more. 

In addition, as the lungs are part of the power system of the body, you will lose power instantly. Depending on the person death can result.

Pressure Point LI-05 - In Conclusion

This explains how to take the study of Kyusho Jitsu from the classroom, and from demonstrations to the streets. 

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