Sodo (総道), meaning “The Comprehensive Way” or “Total Path”, is a hybrid martial art that blends the most effective techniques from traditional and modern disciplines into a unified system, designed to provide practitioners with a complete arsenal for self-defense and combat sports.. Drawing inspiration from Japan’s rich martial heritage and integrating effective techniques developed for versatility across civilian self-defense, competitive combat sports, and law enforcement applications, Sodo equips practitioners to adapt across all ranges of combat—standing, clinching, and ground. Sodo embodies versatility, adaptability, and efficiency.
Essence of Sodo:
“Strength without rigidity, control without cruelty, adaptability without chaos.”
Philosophy:
The core tenet of Sodo is Practical Adaptability—seamlessly combining precision, control, and efficiency.
- Control over Destruction: While capable of decisive strikes and submissions, Sodo emphasizes proportionate response, particularly for law enforcement and security professionals.
- Integration without Conflict: Each technique retains its original effectiveness, harmonized under a single methodology.
“The important thing in strategy is to suppress the enemy’s useful actions but allow his useless actions: – Miyamoto Musashi
Pillars of Sodo:
- Striking Proficiency (Karate & Kickboxing)
- Control & Manipulation (Okinawan Tuite & Japanese Jujutsu)
- Throws & Takedowns (Judo)
- Ground Dominance (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)
- Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics (Compliance & Restraint)