Sanjuro (Martial Arts)
Sanjuro is a hybrid martial art, fusing elements of a variety of martial arts styles, sparring, and dance[1]
Etymology
The use of the name Sanjuro is a reference to the iconic film by Akira Kurosawa.
Training
Sanjuro classes are taught in mixed ability groups, both formal grading and uniform optional.[2] DanceCombat classes are also run, offering an emphasis on form, fitness, and flexibility.[1]
The Sanjuro grading system is externally validated by AQA.
Sanjuro and Special Educational Needs
Sanjuro Martial Arts training is employed in teaching children and adults with a range of special educational needs and disabilities,[3] including partial sight and blindness, autism, and a variety of other physical and learning difficulties.[4][5]
In the BBC Two programme, My Life: Karate Kids, three disabled students of Sanjuro are featured learning the martial art as a technique to gain better control of their bodies.[6] The documentary, narrated by David Tennant[7] was nominated in Children's: Factual section of the Bafta Awards in 2010[8] It was made by double BAFTA nominated film maker John Walsh.
In September 2013, Jackie Chan's charity, The Dragon's Heart Foundation, funded a 12 month programme in Tottenham, London,[9] citing Sanjuro's emphasis on encouraging confidence and safety above violence.
Practitioners
Sanjuro is practiced by a number of actors and other professionals in the creative sector including:
- Haruka Kuroda, London-based Japanese actress, known for performing the voice of Noodle in the band Gorillaz
- Alexander Doetsch aka Alexander Dreymon, German-born actor,[10] known for appearing with Matt Smith as Caspar in Christopher and His Kind
- JC Connington, Musical solo artist - BIGHOUSEBURNING[11] & lead singer of Electronic rock band Junkstar[12]
- Lawrence Carmichael, Australian actor and musical theatre performer[13]
- Tim Davenport, American actor and fight Director[14]
- Kit Friend, member of Conservative Future[15][16] and campaigner against unpaid internships in the UK creative industries[17]
- John Walsh, double BAFTA nominated film-maker[18] and Conservative Party candidate for Middlesbrough (UK Parliament constituency) in the United Kingdom general election, 2010 as featured in the film ToryBoy The Movie .
- Robbie Capaldi actor [19] known for featuring in the short film 'Brighton' [20]
External links
- Official website for Sanjuro Martial Arts
- [2] UK and European Arm of Jackie Chan's Dragon's Heart Charity Foundation
References
- 1 2 "Youngblood Stage Combat, Sanjuro Martial Arts".
- ↑ "CULTURE AND THE 2012 GAMES, Engaging marginalised young people through arts and sport" (PDF).
- ↑ "Disabled martial arts classes hit the mark". Ellesmere Port Standard. 14 February 2013. Retrieved 20 February 2013.
- ↑ "Haringey Youth Centres and Services".
- ↑ "PARAde festival celebrates disability arts and sports". 28 August 2012.
- ↑ Jackson, Kate (10 March 2010). "Disabled Tim's karate hope". London: The Sun. Retrieved 10 February 2013.
- ↑ "Karate Kids".
- ↑ "Bafta Children's Factual in 2010"..
- ↑ "JC Dragon’s Heart Europe & Sanjuro Martial Arts".
- ↑ "Alexander Doetsch on IMDb".
- ↑ "Official JC Connington artist site".
- ↑ Emerging band with Hornsey link rival Paul Weller for top chart spot Harper, Paul (August 31, 2011). "Emerging band with Hornsey link rival Paul Weller for top chart spot".
- ↑ "Lawrence Carmichael Portfolio".
- ↑ "Tim Davenport on IMDb". Retrieved 10 February 2013.
- ↑ Andrews, Emily (14 February 2010). "David Cameron accused of 'bussing in' Tory supporters to pose as students during speech on 'openness and trust'". London: The Daily Mail.
- ↑ "A Year for Change on the NUS".
- ↑ Friend, Kit (28 November 2011). "The creative industries need to focus on talent rather than free labour". London: The Guardian.
- ↑ "Tory Boy The Movie". British Film Council.
- ↑ "Robbie Capaldia Bio". IMDB.
- ↑ "Brighton". IMDB.