Sanjuro (martial art)
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Sanjuro is a contemporary martial art, fusing elements of a variety of martial arts styles, sparring, and dance[1]
Etymology
The use of the name Sanjuro is a reference to the iconic film by Akira Kurosawa.
Training
Sanjuro classes are taught in mixed ability groups, both formal grading and uniform optional [2]. Dance Combat classes are also run, offering an emphasis on form, fitness, and flexibility[1].
Sanjuro and Special Educational Needs
Sanjuro Martial Arts training is employed in teaching children and adults with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities, including partial sight and blindness, autism, and a variety of other physical and learning difficulties. [3]Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page).. The documentary, narrated by David Tennant[4] was nominated in Childrens: Factual section of the Bafta Awards in 2010[5]
In October 2012, Jackie Chan's charity, The Dragon's Heart Foundation, funded a 10-week in Tottenham, London [6], citing Sanjuro's emphasis on encouraging confidence and safety above violence.
Music
Sanjuro sparring and training sessions make use of musical accompaniment to reinforce measured pace and rthym in movement. Typical
Practitioners
Sanjuro is practiced by a number of actors and other professionals in the creative sector including:
- Haruka Kuroda, London-based Japanese actress, known for performing the voice of Noodle in the band Gorillaz
- Alexander Doetsch, German-born actor[7], known for appearing with Matt Smith as Caspar in Christopher and His Kind
- JC Connington, lead singer of Electronic rock band Junkstar[8]
- Lawrence Carmichael, Australian actor and musical theatre performer[9]
- Tim Davenport, American actor and fight Director [10]
- Kit Friend, member of Conservative Future[11][12] and campaigner against unpaid internships in the UK creative industries[13]
External links
- [1] Official website for Sanjuro Martial Arts
- [2] Sanjuro North - website for Sanjuro classes based in Chester, North England
References
- ^ a b "Youngblood Stage Combat, Sanjuro Martial Arts".
- ^ "CULTURE AND THE 2012 GAMES, Engaging marginalised young people through arts and sport" (PDF).
- ^ "Haringey Youth Centres and Services".
- ^ "Karate Kids".
- ^ "Bafta Children's Factual in 2010"..
- ^ "JC Dragon's Heart Europe & Sanjuro Martial Arts".
- ^ "Alexander Doetsch on IMDb".
- ^ Emerging band with Hornsey link rival Paul Weller for top chart spot Harper, Paul (2011). "Emerging band with Hornsey link rival Paul Weller for top chart spot".
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- ^ "Tim Davenport on IMDb". Retrieved 10 February 2013.
- ^ "David Cameron accused of 'bussing in' Tory supporters to pose as students during speech on 'openness and trust'". The Daily Mail.
- ^ "A Year for Change on the NUS".
- ^ "The creative industries need to focus on talent rather than free labour". The Guardian.
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