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Tetsudo

Modern British martial art system based on Indian-Asian movement principles.

Quick Facts

Country of OriginUnited Kingdom
Founded1968
RegionEurope
Primary FocusHybrid
Contact LevelFull contact
Belt System9 levels

Character & Origin

StatusLiving, organized
LineageModern synthesis
Era of Origin20th century

Organisation & Competition

Olympic StatusNot Olympic

What the style is built from

Editorial rating on a 0–3 scale, based on how much room each area gets in ordinary training.

Hand strikesCore
KicksCore
Throws & takedownsMarginal
Ground fightingNot used
Locks & holdsMarginal
WeaponsNot used

Catalogs & Databases for Tetsudo

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About Tetsudo

Tetsudo was created in the UK in 1968 by Indian Grandmaster BS Subramaniam. The name means 'Path to Stable Energy'. The system uses natural human reflexes, smooth circular movements of the body's waist and the even development of physical and mental fitness without aggression.

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