Rōsei-Ryū Jūjutsu - formerly Combat Jujitsu Ryu

Rōsei-Ryū Jūjutsu - formerly Combat Jujitsu Ryu The Japanese martial art that still influences many others today. It's not what you're expecting... Self defence, discipline, respect and development.

When Sensei has to collect some childhood toys and stuff from his family home and is reunited with these ❤️💛🧡💚💙💜🤎🖤
29/08/2026

When Sensei has to collect some childhood toys and stuff from his family home and is reunited with these ❤️💛🧡💚💙💜🤎🖤

Steve Sensei is back on the mats from next week after a short break and time to rest and recover. Thank you to Renshi Co...
27/08/2026

Steve Sensei is back on the mats from next week after a short break and time to rest and recover. Thank you to Renshi Cook and Renshi Small for running private sessions in Karate, Karate Jutsu, Aikido and Aiki Jo throughout August

New students are welcome to apply for a September start but places will be limited. This helps us keep classes at a manageable size so we can continue to deliver quality Japanese martial arts tuition.

See you next week 👊🥋🇯🇵

A huge thank you to Kyoshi Bill Griffiths for spending some time with us on the mats over the last few days. Last night ...
29/07/2026

A huge thank you to Kyoshi Bill Griffiths for spending some time with us on the mats over the last few days.

Last night we looked at some really simple but highly effective movements and elements of Jujitsu... How to get close and relocate ribs, keeping control of an attacker and the mindset needed to carry out the techniques. And some valuable pointers on control during locks, transitioning from lock to lock and countering.

As someone who has lived, breathed and used Jujitsu for such a long time he showed us the importance of finishing things quickly and easily, staying on your feet and in control (not on the ground, very dangerous and vulnerable place to be), and more importantly why we do what we do when we have to do it.

Kyoshi Bill will be back in October for The Butokukai Fellowship Trust seminar we have planned for then.
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22/07/2026

Just a quick note for everyone, in August we won't be taking on any new students. We're having a break and Renshi will be teaching current students only when he is available.

New students are welcome to enquire for a September start though.

It was another hot one last night and the really amazing thing was the students saying they wanted a lesson despite the ...
10/07/2026

It was another hot one last night and the really amazing thing was the students saying they wanted a lesson despite the heat! That's dedication! We did have the A/C unit working overtime to help cope too.

We had a very light kids session focusing on breakfalls, stretching and practicing blocking and they did a fantastic job despite the heat. There were plenty of water breaks for them though.

One of our students also brought in something interesting, a Gi jacket from the club of the founder of our particular style of Jujitsu. That was a bit of a blast from the past from when she trained there over 20 years ago! We still share their DNA but we've come a long way since then. Still, nice to reminisce sometimes. And a big well done to our newest member Steve for joining us and settling right in.

Well done all 🇯🇵🥋

08/07/2026

Another hot one in the Dojo last night but we got through it and got a lot of stuff done!

Tomorrow is going to be warmer but we should manage it 🇯🇵🥋

07/07/2026

A busy day for Sensei yesterday, 2 hours of enrichment at Bideford College (and lots of enthusiastic guidance to keep a huge group motivated), followed by and after school club and then a fairly warm but useful session on the evening. We had the A/C on in the Dojo, and despite a few water breaks being needed everyone did amazingly well with the heat 🌤🌻🫗

We looked at dynamic movement and how high kicks can be achieved even without the flexibility you think you need. And also why good posture and movement is key in defence.

Following on from that we had a quick look at positioning and preparation for Shuto uchi to be really effective (and what it actually does if you apply it to different areas). Oh, and we looked why joining in with an attack (not literally, but if you know, you know) is useful and effective. Well done to the attendees, and a big will done to Taylor for asking lots of useful questions but also making some really good observations!

Rob, we hope that big job went well today 😄

Tonight we have our mixed class from 6:30-8:00PM. All are welcome 🥋🇯🇵

Quite a busy night last night! We spent time in the first hour working on striking and looking at how the correct moveme...
06/07/2026

Quite a busy night last night! We spent time in the first hour working on striking and looking at how the correct movement makes a huge difference to the end result. And everyone was smiling!

In the second hour we went through rolls and breakfalls quickly before getting stuck into our techniques. Everyone looked great and there was a lot of hard work. Keep up the amazing energy and we'll have some more red, yellow and orange belts soon 😎

Our martial arts school continues to grow steadily, the students are happy and progressing well, the range of classes gi...
19/06/2026

Our martial arts school continues to grow steadily, the students are happy and progressing well, the range of classes give everyone more chances to find the day that suits them, and our new prices have already started to give people the encouragement and freedom to train more often than before. Oh, and the lighting has been fixed along with windows, and the front door is next. Maybe some decorating next?...

Steady progress is still progress. Success isn't full mats every session. Steve Sensei is not the main character in all of this. Our students are. They are the heart of our school, and the heart beats strong again!

Former students, those on a break, those trying to work themselves up to rejoining us...

You'll love how things have changed, from the name, to the logo, to the way we do things these days. Softer and better technique, better understanding, less complicated, much more effective as a result. The door is always open.

Now that the kids will feel the strain of being banned from social media perhaps it's time for a change! It's a good tim...
15/06/2026

Now that the kids will feel the strain of being banned from social media perhaps it's time for a change! It's a good time to get them channeling that energy and frustration into something that will give them the endorphins and dopamine kick they crave, without realising they can get it in a healthier way!
And honestly, they deserve better than being harvested for data and being kept addicted to a false representation of life, and terrible role models at times...

Martial arts has been around for centuries, Jujitsu, Karate, Judo, Aikido, and more. Used as a tool for combat they eventually focused on different aspects such as sport, self defence and even a way of life. Traditional martial arts in particular teach you a lot of important things, and helps you develop in a positive way, physically and mentally. It's true!

Steve Sensei (in black) was and still is a video gamer, spending lots of time on a screen then and now, but still channelling energy into something physical for over 28 years the was surprisingly enjoyable! Don't let the smile fool you, underneath the surface there's a lot that's not quite right, and the dopamine and endorphins still take work to achieve. But in this moment all the great stuff shines through, and all the channeled anger, anxiety, stress and difficult feelings melts away. No screens, no false expectations or representations...

If you want this yourself or your kids we're happy to try and give you the stuff that makes us happy!

Address

The Dojo, Unit 2 (First Floor), Westward Point, Whiddon Valley Industrial Estate
Barnstaple
EX328PA

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 8:15pm
Sunday 5pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 8pm

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