In the Gunji Taiho Jutsu (GTJ), we have in our curriculum different types of blocking techniques and strategies.  This has been a hot topic during the '70s throughout the '80s.  Today the discussion has made its way back into different Martial Arts communities as the newest generation brings up the question of If Blocking Works?  I will expand on this in this article.

GTJ looks at blocking in different points of view.  The guiding strategy is to use PCS 1-3 distances that are unique to our system of taiho jutsu arresting technique.  Distance management is the key to success in many aspects of the application for both grappling and striking based Martial Arts & Combatives systems.  Managing distance equals managing the damage.  You will hear this in different circles of training.  I would like to add to this catchphrase by stating that managing distance can also influence the magic of timing.  This...