GoldenWest Dojo of Riverside Judo and Jujitsu Club promotes Danzan Ryu Jujitsu which is one of the original Japanese systems taught throughout the world. It is sometimes known as Hawaiian Jujitsu of Self Defense" or "Kodenkan." Jujitsu is truly a defensive art that is down to earth, sensible and effective even on larger and stronger opponents. History
Founded by Dr. H. Dr. Stokes holds the title
of Professor in the Danzan Ryu system and holds an 8th degree Black Belt. He has trained the current dojo sensei's in the system who now continue to promote the arts handed down through the GoldenWest Dojo of the Shoshin Ryu Yudanshakai. GoldenWest Dojo is currently headed by Sensei Michael Whitaker who holds a 3rd degree black belt in the system. GoldenWest Dojo of Riverside Judo and Jujitsu Club is affiliated with Shoshin Ryu Yadanshakia founded by Professor Mike Chubb and holds a 10th dan. Shoshin Ryu is a nonprofit organization that promotes Danzan Ryu Jujitsu and it's founder Henry S. Okazaki. Often referred to as "The Gentle Art", jujitsu is a system of self-defense designed to overcome aggression through the utilization of escapes, joint manipulations, throws, and constriction techniques. Relying on fundamental principles of balance rather than strength, jujitsu is ideally suited to everyone, regardless of age, s*x, or physical abilities. The techniques are intended to address all forms of aggression, yet provide the defender with the ability to determine the level of response appropriate for the circumstances encountered. Students are taught a system of self-defense through which they will develop self-confidence and promotes an overall sense of well being.
