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 30, 2026 | Extending Bartitsu
Introduction: The Victorian Street-Fighting Art Making a Comeback Bartitsu—the Victorian street-fighting art made famous by Sherlock Holmes—has enjoyed a steady resurgence in modern media, from the dapper agents of Kingsman to characters like JP in Street Fighter. We...
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 | Aug 25, 2024 | Extending Bartitsu
I have been keen and excited to do post this article for some time, Duncan, in my knowledge and opinion, runs the longest consecutive Bartitsu club to date, meeting on a regular weekly schedule. I’ve been keen to understand the success of his club, but also more about...
by Barton-Wright | Oct 29, 2023 | Extending Bartitsu
The name of “Bartitsu” may bring connotations of monochrome photos and walking sticks, but to those who peer down the rabbit hole a litter deeper, you will be suprised with the efforts to the resurgence of this fascinating and practical fighting system,...
