Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Martial Arts Training in Oxford
Established in 1968, Atado Ju Jitsu Club Oxford delivers comprehensive self-defence training rooted in a hybrid martial arts system. Our curriculum integrates techniques from Ju Jitsu, Kung Fu, Judo, Karate, Aikido, and other disciplines, emphasizing practical street survival skills adaptable to all ages and physical abilities. With a lineage tracing back to Grand Master Edward Leong Fu's post-WW2 teachings for Western servicemen, we uphold a philosophy of non-aggression while fostering physical fitness and technical proficiency.Our volunteer-run club reinvests all surplus funds into training resources and community engagement, maintaining affiliation with the English Ju Jitsu Federation since our founding. Under the leadership of 4th Dan instructor David Rogers, we provide structured grading pathways from beginner red tabs to black belt mastery, incorporating weapon defence and advanced combat scenarios.
Services
Ju Jitsu classes
Self-defence training
Martial arts grading
Beginner instruction
Weapon defence courses
Fitness development
Black belt preparation
Group training
Adult martial arts
Combat techniques
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Instructors with black belt qualifications up to 4th Dan
- Comprehensive curriculum combining 8 martial arts disciplines
- Pay-as-you-go training with no monthly fees
- Historical lineage from Grand Master Leong Fu's 1950s system
- Weapon defence training included in standard curriculum
Associations and certifications
- English Ju Jitsu Federation
What people say
Expert instructors
Great community
Effective techniques
Family-friendly
Progressive learning
Services
Ju Jitsu Training
Our core programme combines traditional Ju Jitsu with elements from eight martial arts disciplines. Students learn practical self-defence techniques applicable to real-world scenarios while improving physical fitness and mental discipline. The curriculum accommodates all skill levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Self-Defence Courses
Specialised training focusing on street survival techniques against various attack scenarios. Instruction covers disarming aggressors, restraint methods, and defensive strategies against multiple attackers using both armed and unarmed combat principles adapted for modern environments.
Martial Arts Grading
Structured progression pathway from initial red tabs through coloured belts to black belt mastery. Formal assessments evaluate technical proficiency, historical knowledge, and teaching ability with free belt provision at each advancement stage within our English Ju Jitsu Federation framework.
Beginner Instruction
Newcomer-friendly sessions teaching fundamental techniques and safety procedures. Participants wear casual clothing initially while learning basic avoidance tactics, balance disruption methods, and controlled practice with fellow students in a supportive environment.
Weapon Defence Training
Advanced curriculum component covering disarming techniques against knife, stick, staff, and sword attacks. Training incorporates traditional weapon forms practice alongside modern threat scenarios while maintaining our non-aggression philosophy and safety protocols.
People
David Rogers
Chief Instructor
4th Dan black belt with 25+ years teaching experience, David leads Atado Ju Jitsu Club Oxford's technical development and student progression. He maintains the club's historical connection to Grand Master Leong Fu's original system.
Adrian Coggins
Assistant Instructor
2nd Dan black belt specialising in beginner instruction and competition preparation. Adrian has trained at the club for 15 years, focusing on accessible teaching methods for diverse student abilities.
Alan Sowden
Instructor
1st Dan black belt with expertise in traditional weapon forms and historical martial arts context. Alan joined the club in 2015, contributing to the preservation of ATADO's cultural heritage and technical standards.
Questions
What martial arts styles are included in ATADO training?
Our system combines Ju Jitsu, Kung Fu, Judo, Karate, Aikido, Escrima, Wing Chun, and Iaido techniques with weapon defence and Brazilian groundwork.
Do I need special equipment to start training?
Beginners wear casual sports clothing. White martial arts trousers and club shirts are required after initial sessions, with belts provided free at each grading level.
Is prior martial arts experience necessary?
No experience required. Our structured programme welcomes complete beginners with progressive training from basic red tab assessments to advanced black belt levels.
What are the class schedules and costs?
Training runs Mondays and Wednesdays 8-10pm. Sessions cost £9 each or £35 for five weeks. Membership fees include insurance and grading opportunities.
How does the grading system work?
Students progress through red tabs to coloured belts, then black trousers, with formal assessments evaluating technical skill, historical knowledge, and teaching ability at each stage.
