Jo Waza Self Defense

Lemus Sensei teaches principles and concepts of the Jo (four foot staff). The Jo is a very practical weapon very useful even for todays modern world. There is the concern that practicing ancient weapons is not "practical" in todays world because you will never likely have access to your six foot staff and your pair of Sai for use in a real world self defense situation. But a Jo (4 foot staff) is a walking stick, and you can have it in your car, at home and because it allows for close quarter work indoors and out, it is the one weapon that delivers devastating "defense" in a small package. The Jo also is a "gateway" weapon which is easier to learn for beginners which makes it easier to then transition to the Bo (six foot staff).