Ormskirk Traditional Ju Jitsu

23/06/2026

23/06/2026

DUE TO HOT WEATHER, GI TROUSERS AND OBIS ONLY TO BE WORN WITH T SHIRTS FOR THIS WEEK. WILL BE A LOW IMPACT CLASS. PLEASE BRING WATER!!!

20/06/2026

It is not about controlling, intimidating, or dominating others. It is about using your abilities, experience, and courage to protect people from harm, injustice, fear, and hardship. A strong person sees power as a responsibility, not a privilege.

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19/06/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬

"I'm too old".

I've heard that phrase hundreds of times:
Too old to start.
Too old to learn.
Too old to get fit.
Too old to try something new.

Being honest, I've used it myself on occassions.

Even so, I've watched people in their 40s, 50s and 60s achieve things they never thought possible.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬:
𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐥𝐝.
𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩.

They stop challenging themselves.
They stop learning.
They stop growing.

And little by little they convince themselves that their best years are behind them.

𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲'𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠?

What if the next chapter is still waiting to be written?
What if six months from now you could be fitter, stronger, more confident and surrounded by people who want to see you succeed?

The question isn't:
"Am I too old"?

The question is:
"What happens if I never start"?

If you do nothing, where will you be in 6 months time?
If you do something, where could you be in 6 months time?

Procrastination will steal your opportunities and keep you where you are.

Don't let age be a barrier - As Nike would say "Just Do IT"!!

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19/06/2026

ASHI HISHIGI
En el judo original se enseñaban diversas tecnicas de luxacion de tobillos, rodillas, cuello, etc. Esta imagen de la tecnica Ashi Hishigi pertenece al libro "Tsuzoku jūdō zukai" escrito en 1908. Fue uno de los primeros manuales completos de Judo. Años despues otros Judokas de renombre la introducirian en sus manuales.
Ashi Hishigi, es una luxacion de tobillo por extension y podia dar la victoria en un combate cuando uke habia caido de espaldas pero tambien hay algunas variantes que se ejecutan con Uke boca-abajo. Otras variantes incluyen rotacion de tobillo para un mayor dolor articular.
Departamento de archivos Historicos
Escuela Internacional Kano ryu.

19/06/2026

BUSHIDÓ – GI (RIGHTEOUSNESS)

"At the heart of Bushidō lies Gi — the unwavering commitment to do what is right, even when the path is difficult, lonely, or dangerous. A true warrior does not act out of fear, anger, or personal gain. He is guided by honor, integrity, and moral courage. Gi is the strength to stand for justice when others remain silent, to choose principle over convenience, and to remain faithful to one's values regardless of the consequences. The sword of the samurai was never merely a weapon; it was a symbol of responsibility, discipline, and righteousness. Through Gi, a warrior cultivates a character that cannot be shaken by temptation, adversity, or hardship. True strength is not measured by the ability to defeat others, but by the courage to master oneself and walk the path of honor every day."

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19/06/2026

I'M NOT PERFECT

I'm not perfect, and I never claimed to be.

I have made mistakes. I have failed, stumbled, trusted the wrong people, and taken paths that led nowhere. There were moments when I was weak, moments when I doubted myself, and moments when life tested me harder than I thought I could endure.

But despite all of that, I remain real.

I don't wear a mask to impress people.
I don't create a false image to gain approval.
I don't pretend to be someone I'm not just to fit in.

I am loyal to those who deserve loyalty.
I am genuine with those who value honesty.
I am myself even when the world expects me to be someone else.

No mask.
No lies.
No fake personality.
No hidden agenda.

What you see is what you get.

Some people may not like me, and that's okay.
Some people may misunderstand me, and that's okay too.
My purpose in life is not to please everyone around me.

A warrior does not waste his life chasing acceptance.
A warrior stands firm in his principles, even when he stands alone.

I have learned that peace comes from being authentic.
Strength comes from self-respect.
And freedom comes from no longer needing validation from others.

So I choose honesty over popularity.
Character over appearance.
Truth over comfort.

I am not perfect.

But I am real.
I am loyal.
I am genuine.

And at the end of the day, that is enough.

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18/06/2026

DISCIPLINE IS SELF-RESPECT

Motivation comes and goes. Discipline stays.

Everyone loves the feeling of motivation. It makes us feel powerful, inspired, and ready to conquer the world. But motivation is temporary. Some days it is strong, and other days it disappears without warning. If your success depends only on motivation, your progress will stop the moment that feeling fades.

Discipline is different.

Discipline is waking up early when your bed feels warmer than your dreams.

Discipline is training when your body is tired and your mind is looking for excuses.

Discipline is showing up when nobody is watching, applauding, or rewarding your effort.

Discipline is choosing long-term growth over short-term comfort.

A warrior does not wait to feel motivated. A warrior acts because the mission matters more than the mood.

The strongest people are not always the most talented. They are the ones who continue moving forward when others quit. They understand that every small action, repeated day after day, becomes a habit. And habits become character.

Every workout completed. Every book finished. Every promise kept. Every difficult step taken.

These are the building blocks of self-respect.

Discipline is not punishment. It is self-love in action. It is proof that you value your future enough to make sacrifices today.

When you keep your commitments, even the small ones, you begin to trust yourself. You become someone who follows through. Someone who can be counted on. Someone who stands firm when life becomes difficult.

Like the samurai who sharpens his sword every day, discipline sharpens the mind, strengthens the spirit, and prepares the warrior for challenges yet to come.

Remember:

Motivation starts the journey.
Discipline finishes it.

The path to greatness is not built on feelings. It is built on daily actions, repeated with purpose, patience, and unwavering commitment.

Discipline is a promise you keep to yourself.
And every time you keep it, you become stronger than yesterday.

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