Ju Jitsu - also spelled Jujutsu - is a centuries-old Japanese martial art developed by the samurai to defend against armed and armored attackers using throws, joint locks, and grappling techniques. It’s a rich and highly respected system, often considered the foundation of many modern arts such as Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
But when comparing Ju Jitsu to Arakan Martial Art, we move beyond just technique - and into a deeper conversation about philosophy, evolution, and the purpose behind the practice.
Arakan Martial Art, while relatively unknown outside its close-knit community, is built upon the ancient and powerful art of Rakhine Thaing. It offers not only highly effective self-defense training but also an expansive martial journey that awakens awareness, energy, and personal transformation over time.
Ju Jitsu: Historic, Grappling-Based, and Structured
Ju Jitsu was originally designed for battlefield survival in feudal Japan, where warriors needed ways to subdue or disable opponents when weapons were lost or unavailable. Its techniques emphasize leverage over brute strength - enabling smaller practitioners to control larger ones using balance, locks, and body mechanics.
Modern Ju Jitsu schools often preserve kata (structured forms), ceremonial etiquette, and a systemized grading process. While it offers value in physical control and technical proficiency, its methods are often practiced in controlled settings - dojo mats, pre-arranged drills, or flow-based sparring - rather than dynamic, unpredictable situations.
Arakan Martial Art: Movement, Power, and Awareness in Real Time
Arakan Martial Art is a living art - adaptive, fluid, and deeply connected to both inner and outer awareness. Born from the rare Burmese martial system of Rakhine Thaing, Arakan has evolved into a modern martial art that serves the realities of contemporary life while retaining its traditional roots.
Arakan is not limited to one mode of engagement. It teaches you to strike, move, evade, protect others, and act decisively in chaotic, real-world scenarios - whether it’s being grabbed from behind, dealing with multiple opponents, or navigating tight, unpredictable spaces.
But the true richness of Arakan lies beyond the physical. Over time, students cultivate a deep inner strength - building calm under pressure, clarity of thought, and energetic presence.