Ninja Self Defense Training: Master all 4 combat strategies for ultimate success!

What separates the martial art of Ninja from those of other so-called “styles”? What makes the Ninja superior and keeps him at the top of the proverbial “food chain” of martial arts?

In a word – “options”.

This article explores the 4 combat strategies of the Ninja Armed and Unarmed Combat System, and how each relates to the perfect strategy for different types of self defense situations. After reading this article, you’ll have a better understanding of the depth of the ninja’s art of self-defense and some additional strategies for handling a situation you may not have thought of before.

The Japanese kanji character used to write the syllable “NIN”, for ninja”, “ninpo” and “ninjutsu”, means “endure”, “persevere” and the quality of being able to “survive” or “endure” what is not we can prevent or change.

So, it can be seen that a Ninja is an “enduring person”. And the art of ninjutsu is all about the ability to “endure” and survive. In fact…

There is nothing in the word Ninja or Ninjutsu that suggests or limits the meaning to “information gatherer”, “spy” or assassin. Absolutely nothing.

And yet there is this stigma that Ninjas are these super martial artists – assassins, who are to be feared because they are ruthless and ruthless. When, in fact, the opposite is true!

Does that mean that Ninjas aren’t better at martial arts and self defense than anyone else? Not.

It means there’s more to the Ninja than meets the eye.

And one of these things is in the way Ninja approaches personal combat or self defense.

While most practitioners of martial arts and self defense limit themselves to a single “style” or approach to self defense response, the Ninja understands the need for options and choices. Partly due to the existence of different types of attacks and attack strategies thrown at him, and…partly because having options allows the Ninja to be “unknown” to his enemy, and not easily discovered.

In the general field of martial arts and fighting, it can be seen that there are four basic approaches to fighting or responding to an attack or other threat. Over time these different approaches have more or less crystallized into “styles” and can be seen in the major arts or systems of Japan.

But instead of limiting yourself to one approach or style of martial arts, you can make sure that your ninja training includes the concepts, principles, strategies, and techniques of all four.

This is not to be confused with learning four different martial arts and then trying to mix them up and make them work together, as is the case with modern MMA fighters. The point is to understand strategy and how to apply the same concepts and principles from different perspectives so that it can be effective and successful in as many different environments, situations, and against as many different types of fighters and attack scenarios as possible.

The Ninja’s 4 general self-defense strategies are:

Tea “Earth” Tidy – This is the use of force, positioning, and the principles of “using strong points against weak points” as described in Sun Tsu’s “Art of War.” From the “ground” response mode, we strategically hold our ground and use our positioning (rather than our muscle) as the foundation for stability and strength. From here we can stop, redirect and smash our opponent’s attack and control it.

This strategy is more like the art of sumo within the realm of Japanese-style martial arts. But, the scientific concepts and principles used to successfully employ this strategy do not require the Ninja to be physically larger or stronger than his attacker.

Tea “Water” strategist – This is the realm of strategic angling and long-range movement to create overwhelming power. Like the ocean, as it recedes and builds up energy, before crashing into the rocks on the shoreline, turning them into small grains of sand, by using the “water” strategy, you move away from your attacker’s attack using distance. and angle to expose your weak targets. Then, with the power of the whole body, you direct all your effort and intention against them.

This fluid quality, response and “adaptation” with the timing and rhythm of his attacker’s movements, is much like what we see in the Japanese art of judo. However, these principles and concepts are not limited to grappling and throwing techniques, and can be used armed or unarmed to combat a larger and stronger opponent.

Tea “Fire” Warrior- From what we might call the “fire” realm, we seize the initiative and directly attack our opponent with overwhelming intensity. Before he knows what hit him, we take the fight to him and shut him down before he has a chance to take the first shot. In essence, we create a situation where the attacker is forced to become the defender, while he struggles to deal with the ferocity of our own attack.

This is more indicative of the martial art of karate. However, it should not be confused with a destructive nature. Aggression comes in many forms and, in this case, it can also represent direct and committed action.

Tea “Wind” Protective- The kingdom of the “wind” is the kingdom of the protector, the one who is willing to sacrifice himself for a greater cause. So, in this light, it is the true realm of the warrior-protector. From the so-called “realm of the wind”, we use slippery, light and evasive body moves and shifts to evade and trap him with his own attacks. But, just as the wind itself can be either a light summer breeze or a hurricane, we must understand that it is the attacker’s own actions against us that determine what he gets in return.

The strategy is very similar to that of the Japanese art of Aikido. But, it is not seen as a limited set of moves, but as a means to control an attack and even protect the attacker, as would be the case with a family member who is reacting violently and we must defend ourselves while continuing to act. of a feeling of love.

It is important to understand that none of these strategies should be considered “correct” or “better”. While you may relate to one or two as “natural” to you, each has a place within the full scope of the domain, if we are to be truly skilled, prepared, and able to deal with any situation or attacker.