“Though one should conquer in battle a thousand times a thousand men, he who conquers himself is the greatest warrior”
- Dhammapada
Shudokan Karate
Shudokan Karate-do is a form of traditional Okinawan karate that was formalized by Kanken Toyama in the late 19th century. It is a fighting style that equally emphasizes punching and kicking. Designed to conquer Japanese Samurai these weaponless fighting techniques have proven themselves against superiorly armed opponents. Shudokan karate-do today has evolved to include techniques of Aikido falling and rolling, Jujitsu joint locks, Judo throws, basic Judo grappling skills, modern teaching methods and leadership skills. This yields a comprehensive fighting style that well equips the 21st century warrior and provides impetus for training the modern mind.