International Combat Martial Arts Encyclopedia
Styles and Systems in
International Combat Martial Arts
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Yuuki Defensive Concepts Translation: “Yuuki” is one of the seven virtues
of Bushido that means “courage.” It is the guiding principle of our approach
to violence and conflict. Yuuki means brave, courageous energy. Country: USA Founder: Brandon Torrellas Year of Creation: 2012 Logo Meaning: The Yuuki logo is comprised of 3
parts, signifying the relationship between mind, body, and spirit. Its colors
are Red, White, and Black. Red, the color of blood, signifies the heightened
awareness necessary to successfully emerge from violent conflict, and is a
respectful reminder of the consequences of violence. White, found in the
center, signifies the Yuuki practitioner’s purity of intention in using the
martial arts. Black represents the lethal reality of combative techniques
properly employed, and is located on top of the other colors as to show that
only with a foundation of pure intention and heightened awareness can one
truly embody Yuuki. The red mitsudomoe is the
background of the Yuuki logo, and is associated with Hachiman, the Shinto god
of war, and later with the samurai. It pays homage to the Ryu-Kyu origins of
many Yuuki techniques, and represents the body, for which martial training is
the foundation of defense. The black bamboo is the symbol of the Vietnamese
people and represents adaptability and gentle strength. It is also a sign of
respect to the founder’s master, who was Vietnamese. The flexible yet strong
bamboo is an analogy for the mind of the Yuuki student, which must move
freely with the currents of circumstance, while remaining strong and firmly
rooted. The black kanji for “Yuuki” comprises the final part of the logo, and
represents spirit. Just as Master Funakoshi said, “Spirit first, technique
second,” so too must the Yuuki student remember that through the embodiment
of samurai courage, proper techniques will present themselves in the heat of
the moment. It is the combination of these factors, and the concepts that
they represent that is the foundation for the Yuuki approach to violence and
conflict. Style Motto: “Courage to Defend, Skills to
Prevail.” Goals: The goal of Yuuki is to instill the mindset
needed to survive dangerous encounters, along with the skills needed to
emerge unharmed. Yuuki firmly believes that the individual is his own best
teacher. Combative training is a mirror, and only through real dedication to
the deeper ideal of Yuuki, can a student achieve real proficiency, and the
peace that comes from knowing oneself intimately. Background of System: Yuuki is a system that
focuses on combative applications of traditional Shotokan, Aiki-jutsu, Jujutsu, and Wing Chun through careful
examination of the concepts presented in kata, and in traditional practice.
It is primarily Japanese in its foundations, but also incorporates Filipino
close range weapon concepts, along with vital point striking taken from
Chinese traditional medicine. However, Yuuki is open to all valid
interpretations defensive concepts, regardless of origin. Description: A straightforward system of combative
movement that employs strikes, joint locking, throws, vital point striking,
and weapons for street self-defense. Yuuki students develop the proper
mentality to deal with, and survive, violent conflict. Website: www.yuukidefense.com
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