Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu

Table of Contents

Title

Copyright

Biographical Summary

Martial Art Associations and Awards

Martial Art Systems Studied

Advice to Students, Teachers, and Masters of the Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu System

Foreword

Meaning of Shin Ju

System Ranking

Five Deadly Errors

The Coat of Arms

The Octagon

History, Theory, and Application

Explanation and Meaning

Three Pillars of Shin

Three Faiths of Shin Ju Ryu

Earth Signs

Hand Signs

Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jitsu Protocol

Self-Defense

Constructive Center

Constructive Center Makeup

Combat Patterns

Square

Triangle

Circle

Viewing an Opponent

Feeling the Flow

Ripples

Penetrating Force

Breathing (Kokyo) and Focus (Kime)

Kokyo

Different Types of Breathing

Breathing and Lung Capacity

Self-Discipline

Posture, Body Structure, and Balance

Motion and Speed

Resolve in Combat

Action Is Resolve

Eye Training

Ki Development Discourse

Introduction

Motive and Mental Attitude

Ki Development Steps

Step I

Step II

Step III

Step IV

Training and the Mind

Shin Ju Ryu Striking Methods

Striking Techniques

Reverse Punch or Fore-Fist Punch/Strike

Vertical Strike

Inverted Strike

Straight Punch

Lunging Punch

Back Fist—Straight

Backfist—Overhand

Back Fist—Whipping

Palm Strikes (Palm Heel)

Center Palm or Reverse Palm

Side Palm

Third Eye Palm

Downward Palm

Descending Palm

Palm Strike Target Areas

Knife Hand

Knife Hand—Outside

Knife Hand—Inside

Knife Hand—Descending

Knife Hand—Reverse Descending

Knife Hand—Horizontal

Knife Hand—Advanced Concepts

Web Hand Strike

China Hand

Spear Hand

Spear Hand—Palm up

Spear Hand—Palm Down

Spear Hand—Vertical

Ridge Hand

Ridge Hand—Horizontal

Ridge Hand—Inverted

Ridge Hand—Descending

Hammer Fist (Koppo Jitsu)

Twin Dragon

Striking-Methods Summary

History of Conditioning

Become the Rock

Stances

Stance Types

Natural

Horse

Forward (Left and Right)

Side Fighting (Left and Right)

Back (Left and Right)

Squat

Lo Bow

Crane

Cat

Temple

Kicks

Mae-Geri-Keage—Front Snap Kick

Mae-Geri-Kekomi—Front Thrust Kick

Yoki-Geri-Keage—Side Snap Kick

Yoko-Geri-Kekomi—Side Thrust Kick

Ushiro-Geri—Back Kick

Mikazuki-Geri—Inside Crescent Kick

Mikazuki-Geri—Outside Crescent Kick

Mawashi-Geri—Roundhouse Kick

Fumi Komi-Geri—Stomping Kick

Front Lifting Kick

Ashi-Barri—Foot Sweep

The Octagon

Eight Directions of Escaping the Attack

Natural and Temple Stances

Three-by-Eight Pattern

Three-by-Eight Pattern Drill

Instructor Calls

Attacker Strikes

Angles of Attack

Zigzag Pattern

Diamond Pattern

Five-by-Eight Pattern

Attack Angles

Moving the Octagon

Deep Meanings of the Octagon

Eight Types of Self-Defense

Judo

Fifteen Major Throws

Kata

Principles of Kata

Visualization

Shin Ju Ryu Katas

Kata Chi

First Set

Kata Chi II

Kata Chi III

Kata Chi IV

Kata Chi V

Second Set

Kata Chi II

Kata Chi III

Kata Chi IV

Kata Chi V

Kata Dori

Exercise in Sitting Position

Exercise in Standing Position

Anatomy

Vital Points

Anatomy and Pain

Physical Laws and the Martial Arts

Bo Staff Seminar

Boken Seminar

Nunchaku Seminar

Hogu Justsu

School of Close Quarter

Stick-Fighting Seminar

Karate Brief Background

More Thoughts and Sayings

From the Tao Te Ching (Lao Tsu)

A Wonderful Passage from the Tao Te Ching

From Soke

From Aki Mushin

Verse from Zen and the Samurai

Old Martial Arts Sayings

Life and Death

Instruction of a Samurai

About the Author

Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu

Grand Master Edward Hartzell--Tenth Dan--Soke Menkyu Keiden Shihan

Copyright © 2024 Grand Master Edward Hartzell—Tenth Dan—Soke

All rights reserved

First Edition

Fulton Books

Meadville, PA

Published by Fulton Books 2024

ISBN 979-8-88731-268-2 (paperback)

ISBN 979-8-88731-269-9 (digital)

Printed in the United States of America

I wrote this reference manual on self-defense as a legacy to my Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Jujutsu family of students, past and present. Furthermore, I had an additional goal to share this content, knowledge, and experience to the benefit of the public.

In the course of many years, I compiled, revised, and amended the content of this text with the help and assistance of a small select group of Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Jujutsu black belts and masters.

In particular, I would like to thank Sensei Phil Nicolosi, who was instrumental in contributing and compiling subject-matter content, pictorial demonstrations, and revisions. His time and dedication to this endeavor were invaluable.

Moreover, I would like to thank Tashi Richard Brescia Jr., who contributed to subject-matter editing, revision, sequencing, graphical layout clarity, and amendments. His time and commitment to this enterprise are greatly appreciated.

Finally and foremost, I would like to extend a special thanks to Shihan Mark Jefferson, who contributed his time, efforts, and loyalty to prepare this text for publication. He is solely responsible for making my goal of public access to this content a reality. Thank you, brother!

Grand Master Edward Hartzell—Tenth Dan—Soke

Menkyu Keiden Shihan

Head and Master Teacher of all Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo JuJutsu and Kosho Kenpo Ryu JuJutsu schools and Temples Of Peace National and International

Grand Master Edward Hartzell—Tenth Dan—Soke

Menkyu Keiden Shihan

Head and master teacher of all Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu and Kosho Kenpo Ryu Ju-Jutsu schools and Temples of Peace National and International

Biographical Summary

Born 1951

1963, began judo training under Sensei Bob Kenttenburg, National Judo Champion.

1965, began Tae Kwon Do training under Sensei Gene Granada. Granted the rank of Shodan 1968.

1970, began training in Chinese kenpo under Sensei Robert Lyle, student of Ed Parker, in Miami, Florida, while attending college. Teacher certified 1971.

1971, Returned to Pennsylvania. Started teaching at Firth Youth Center with Sensei Jim (Hercules) Colmen, studying Mudo Kwan between 1971 to 1973. Promoted to shodan 1973.

1973 to 1974, began training in the Red Dragon System under Grand Master Al Smith, attaining shodan rank.

1975, opened Red Dragon School Branch in East Greenville, Pennsylvania.

1977, moved to New Haven, Connecticut. Taught at various locations throughout New England between 1977 to 1981.

1982, joined National Champion Master Jerry Otto, teaching at two locations in New Jersey until 1985.

Additionally, continued judo training with Master Cyril Cousins.

Furthermore, trained in the Chi Ling Pai Ying Jaw Chuan system with Grand Master Dennis Decker.

1984, began training In the Kosho Shorei Ryu Kenpo with Grand Master Nimr Hassan. Was granted the Menkyu Kiadan in 1989.

1985, opened the first Valley Martial Arts Academy in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. This endeavor grew to several additional locations in subsequent years. Throughout this time frame, I had been tested and received several rank promotions. Ultimately attaining sixth Dan.

1990 Settled in Easton, Pennsylvania, and opened the Riverview Fitness and Martial Arts center within the Riverview Health Club Facility. Later in 1990, I reestablished and opened the Valley Martial Arts Academy in Easton. The Valley Martial Arts Academy continued to grow over the next ten years. During this time frame, I was granted my Grand Master eighth, ninth, and tenth Dans and Sokeship appointment in the founding of the Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu/Kosho Kenpo Ryu Systems in 1999.

2011 Grand Master of the Year—World Sokeship Council Hall of Fame.

2013 Grand Master of the Year—Kenpo-WKU Hall of Fame.

Diamond Fifty Years Lifetime Achievement Award—International Circle of Masters

I continue teaching the Shin Ju Family System and the Kosho Kenpo Ryu at my home dojo in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsyvania.

I thank all the teachers, senseis, masters, and grand masters that have made this journey so rewarding.

Martial Art Associations and Awards

1969 Member—United States Judo Association (USJA)

1974 Member—American Karate, Kung Fu Federation

1976 Instructor—Martial Arts for the Handicapped

1977 Member—Pennsylvania Black Belt Society

1982 Member—United Kenpo Association (UKA)

1983 Board of Directors—Hong Kong Martial Arts Association

1983 Honorable Master—International Kosho-Shorei Kempo Association

1983 Member—Chi Ling Pai, Ying Jow Chuan Executive Ranking Committee

1983 Member—Academy of Okinawan Kenpo

1985 Founding Member—Tsuki No Kokoro Do (Brotherhood of the Strong Mind)

1986 President—US Karate Kenpo Association (USKKA)

1986 Member—United Kenpo Ju-Jitsu Assoc. (Kara-Ho)

1994 D.A.R.E. Role Model of the Year, Northampton County, Pennsylvania

2011 Grand Master of the Year—World Sokeship Council Hall of Fame

2013 Grand Master of the Year—Kenpo-WKU Hall of Fame

2017 Diamond 50 Years Lifetime Achievement Award—International Circle of Masters

2019 Appointed to the Sage Council: the Black Belt Gathering

2020 First Recipient of the Martial Arts Infinity Sword as a Martial Pioneer

The interpretations that are expressed in the following pages are off my own thoughts from over fifty years of study and training in the martial arts. They may not reflect the belief or understanding of any other kenpo instructor or master.

Martial Art Systems Studied

I was honored to take this journey of development and discovery. The discoveries that I made through the years are now yours. Add them too your own, and you will always be surprised at the things you will find. The road to discovery never ends. It just opens new doors to walk through.

Judo

Mudu Kwon

Te Kwon Do

Chinese Kenpo

Shorin Ryu

Wing Chun

Samurai Ju-Jutsu

Iaido, Sword Drawing, and Cutting

Kenpo Power-Stick Fighting

Okinawan Kabuto

Chinese Knife Fighting (Ring Knife)

Kosho Shorei Ryu Kenpo

Aikido

Chi Ling Pai Ying Jaw Chuan

Crouching Tiger

Rolling Monkey

Snake

Complete Bear Fighting System

Phoenix Eye Fist

Buddha Palm System

All that I have studied and all that I have lived have culminated in the essence of what is the Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu System and Kosho Kenpo Ryu schools and temples. None of what I have tried to show the masters and students have been for the glory of self, but for the belief in one's life and gifts he has been given. No one has been more humbled than me.

If I had never had a student, nothing in my training would have changed. This is the study of one's own life, and the study is for life. Look at your training, look at your life, make them equal, and balance each other.

Every style has a place, but no one style is the answer; we draw conclusions from all. Kenpo has always been, for us, the foundation of our style. Or the point of origin. As students, we always seek out knowledge from other sources. We use what is true, which can enhance our mental and physical training. Also, it must follow the teachings of the Shin Ju System. One thing I have learned in all these years is not to ignore something because it is different. Many times, that difference is a key to something greater than you can see now. However, as you grow, your vision will also change and become clearer.

Advice to Students, Teachers, and Masters of the Shin Ju Ryu Kenpo Ju-Jutsu System

This is the pathway you choose to follow and improve yourself as a person. It gives you the ability to defend what is right and just. It is your choice to make this decision to sacrifice for personal growth. Remember that most of us are not alone in our sacrifice. The people we love and the people that love us also take part in that choice, but usually gain very little. Always be aware of those you love. Understand their feelings and questions. This system is a system of love, family, compassion, and trust. Please do not sacrifice the very people who mean the most to you. Make your choices in life with wisdom and compassion. If you choose correctly, there will be time for all. All your rewards will be shared by the people in your life who mean the most to you and those who have been there through it all. Always remember, they are giving up a lot for you too. Love and respect them for their sacrifice.

We study our art, so we never have to use it.

We train to conquer ourselves, not someone else.

We train to gain insight into a better, more fulfilling future.

Not to deny a future to those who do not believe as we do.

We train in violence to gain peace.

If you chase the end,

You will always