AboutJamey D. Olsen Expertise I can answer a wide range of questions - the pros and cons of many different arts, what works and what doesn’t, the differences between styles, as well as the history of styles or origins. I can advise on proper technique, how to apply techniques, or answer "How would you defend this?" type questions. I also have an extensive library of books and videos, so if you ask me about something I haven’t trained, I have the resources to track down an answer for you. I am also involved in the growing sport of MMA (mixed martial arts).
For more detailed information on me and what I train and teach please check out my website www.keishidojo.com
Experience I've studied the martial arts for more than 27 years. I hold Black Belts in Tae Kwon Do, Shorei-Ryu Karate, American Karate, Aikido, Jiu-Jitsu, Kali, and Zembujitsu. I have also trained extensively in Judo, Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do (JKD), Escrima, Arnis, Wing Chun and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA.) In 2006 the Martial Arts Unlimited Association awarded me my school name the Keishidojo. Which means "Training Place of the Dedicated Warrior." These school titles are granted after Instructorship is achieved. I have been an instructor for various martial arts for over 10 years and have taught seminars on various subjects. I am also a certified BACK OFF! instructor, Seld-Defense Training and Education Program - S.T.E.P. instructor, and Kid Special Abduction Failure Education S.A.F.E. program creator. I have also taught classes to U.S. Military Special Forces, and U.S. and foriegn law enforcement. Currently stationed at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter South Carolina, I have a martial arts school at the base fitness center. For information about classes, my credentials or other information go to www.keishidojo.com.
Organizations American Martial Arts Association
Progressive Martial Arts Association
United States Martial Arts Association
Martial Arts Unlimited Association
Publications Currenty working.
Awards and Honors 1st Degree Black Belts - Tae Kwon Do
2nd Degree Black Belts - Aikido, Kali, Jui-Jitsu, Karate, Mixed Martial Arts Total Fighting Concepts - Submission Fighting
Expert: Jamey D. Olsen Date: 5/6/2008 Subject: is it true
Question Thank you for your time, i practice Jun Fan and wado ryu karate and i have always been taught to fight aggressive and strike with elbows, knees, eye gouges and knee breaks. But i was interested in Aikido at one time, but can you really flip and throw big guys? Take a 260 pound guy and redirect his balance and flip him? It seems very hard to do aikido? what you think?
Answer Josh,
Yes it is. I actually had a 120lb, 4'10" girl bring down and man that was 260+lbs, and 6'3". The trick is using their momentum and leverage. The element of surprise is essential too. If the attack is not a committed one then the techniques in Aikido are a lot less effective and harder to do.
The particular type of Aikido we train is actually blended with styles like Jun Fan to make it even more practical, and it seems to work very well.
I hope this helps and good luck.
J.D. Olsen
www.keishidojo.com
Sumter S.C. Martial Arts Academy
Aikido, Kali, Karate, Jui-Jitsu, MMA, Total Fighting Concepts
