by Barton-Wright | Sep 7, 2026 | Canonical Bartitsu, Extending Bartitsu
In this article we look at De Ashi Harai (also spelled De Ashi Barai), it is a classic foot-sweep technique in Japanese martial arts which relies entirely on timing and unbalancing your opponent rather than using raw physical strength 1. The Relaxed Grip Establish a...
by Barton-Wright | Sep 3, 2026 | Canonical Bartitsu, Extending Bartitsu
When E.W. Barton-Wright formulated Bartitsu at the turn of the 20th century, he faced a unique tactical problem: how does a lady or gentleman armed with a simple walking stick defend against a fast, aggressive pugilist who intends to close the distance and overwhelm...
by Barton-Wright | Aug 28, 2026 | Canonical Bartitsu, Extending Bartitsu
In this article we look at the Hikiotoshi, a drop down pulling throw, demonstrated by Emily Diana Watts who wrote The Fine Art of Jujitsu in 1906 and was a student of Sadakazu Uyenishi, one of the original instructors at the Bartitsu club. The pictures below have been...
by Barton-Wright | Oct 24, 2023 | Canonical Bartitsu
Bartitsu, a unique and eclectic martial art, gained prominence in the late 19th century as a complete self-defence system. It was created by Edward William Barton-Wright, who sought to combine various fighting styles to create a versatile and effective method of...
by Barton-Wright | Dec 7, 2022 | Canonical Bartitsu, Extending Bartitsu
Bartitsu is still a scarcely practised Martial Art since it’s recent revival in the early 2000’s. Learning more Bartitsu can be a difficult task though there is hope for those who do not have a local club near them. (You should visit our club register). We...
by Barton-Wright | Oct 26, 2021 | Canonical Bartitsu, Extending Bartitsu
In this article we are going to look at how to start a Bartitsu club, what a Bartitsu club is and getting started with your first session. It is important to begin with understanding the aim of why someone may want to learn Bartitsu. There are many different reasons,...
