International Combat Martial Arts Encyclopedia
Styles and Systems in
International Combat Martial Arts
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Cheongye Kwan Translation: School of Excellence Country: United Kingdom Founder: Barry Cook Year of creation: 2005 Logo meaning: Striving for excellence and peace
through Martial Arts practice Style motto: Reaction, Evolution, Expression Goals: To deliver limitless technique through
infinite knowledge Background of system: Initially created from the
prior training of the founder in several arts Description: Cheongye
Kwan, also Cheongye Kwan Institute, and abbreviated
to CKI, is an eclectic hybrid Martial Arts system, Philosophy and way of life
founded by the Martial Artist Barry Cook in 2005 that has simple and direct
movements using an intentional non-classical style. Cheongye
Kwan practitioners base their training on minimal movements with maximum
effect and speed. The system works by using any technique that an individual
finds effective in any given situation, whether kicking, punching, locking or
grappling, then flowing effortlessly between them. Cheongye
Kwan is referred to as a Philosophy and not a style. Unlike more traditional
Martial Arts, Cheongye Kwan is not fixed or standardised, and uses participants own feelings after
technical practice as an auto-recall during an encounter rather than
deliberate memory-recall. The founder Barry Cook believes that traditional
Martial Arts styles are too rigid and unrealistic, effectively restricting a
person during combat. He believes that an aggressive encounter is impulsive
and often unprompted, and that a Martial Artist cannot forecast it, only
react to it. Originally, when Barry Cook began researching
names for his method in 2004, he called it Cheongye
Kwan Daehando (Daehando:
Korean Way), but not wanting to create another style that would be linked to
any one country or share the limitations that he believed traditional Martial
Arts had, he removed the Daehando and decided on Cheongye Kwan (School of Excellence). Barry Cook believes
the key to effective defence in combat through the Cheongye Kwan is to enable its practitioners to adapt to
the constant changes and fluctuations of combat by the removal of conscious
thought as apposed to remembering choreographed fighting
drills, and instead using the subconscious reaction to action via an individuals own feelings at the time of combat training,
because each individual person knows which techniques work for them and which
should be forgotten. Barry Cook’s Martial Art; Cheongye
Kwan, is made productive and interesting by the complex psychological
grounding that it has. The Martial Arts inherently hold a profound intrinsic
psychological element within them, were students must confront internal and
external issues of life on a daily basis. Whilst at university, Barry trained
as a Psychiatric Nurse and later went on to complete a Diploma in Psychology. This exposure to the study of the mind, mental
function and cognitive behaviour is what gave him
the ideal platform on which to begin creating and developing such a
formidable method of Martial Art. Barry Cook started training in the Martial Arts at
the age of 9 and by the age of 19 had earned Black Belts in 3 Martial Arts,
and by 24 he had 5. After 14 years in Taekwondo, Barry decided that he had
tired of being frustrated during sparring and self-defence
practice, always feeling restricted by the rules of the arts he practiced and
having to hold back with techniques that would have been more appropriate
during the sessions, but were disallowed due to their regulations. He thought
this was completely opposite to the objective of effective success in a
fight. So in 2004 then aged 34, Barry began to move away from the traditional
or classical set styles of Martial Art, that he refers to as “unilateral” and
begun the foundations for the method that would be become known as Cheongye Kwan. The fusion of Martial Arts, Psychology and Barry
Cook’s own Philosophy was realised and put into
practice from 2007, Barry was very specific in word and writing to make sure
that people were aware that a “new style” had not been created, but that
walls had been broken down and restrictions removed which could now
facilitate a more natural and individual form of expression for its students. Unlike purest or traditionalist Martial Artists
that only do what they are asked to do, Cheongye
Kwan practitioners are expected to question and research everything for their
own development and progression. Barry Cook draws from some very varied
sources when teaching Cheongye Kwan, from sports
science and sports psychology, to Buddhist and eastern philosophies, along
with endless forms of combat and methods of warfare. "When I created the Cheongye
Kwan I was determined that I was not inventing a new style, exactly the
opposite. In fact it was my intention to remove the set or fixed ways of
doing things for its practitioners and because of this, the Cheongye Kwan can act like a reflection in a pond, simply
allowing us to see ourselves and make the necessary changes. Cheongye Kwan is not a set organisation
that members join and then learn choreographed routines. There is no magical
element to my method; it is simply non traditional
and non conforming, with
simple direct reaction, nothing unnecessary or synthetic. Practitioners utilise
feelings of reactive defence and then
subconsciously respond with the least amount of thought and energy. Cheongye Kwan is just a name used for its practitioners
to identify the expression of their Martial Art that does not condition them
to conform to standard set ways of doing things using set doctrines and
policies that will ultimately restrict them, Cheongye
Kwan is not a style and so facilitates an evolution and constant state of
development. Cheongye Kwan does not collect large
quantities of rigid techniques that hinder and confuse the student, but
rather it eradicates the static and unnecessary bulk to leave crisp, sharp,
unimpeded reaction. The concept is considered to be a constant
stripping of complicated and gratuitous manoeuvres
as apposed to the continual adding of systematic
choreographed routines". - Barry Cook Defining the Cheongye
Kwan Martial Arts Institute may seem complex and profound, but is in fact quite
straightforward. Imagine for a moment
the sport of boxing, if you watch 10 boxing matches most if not all will seem
to have the same combat strategies and follow the same path of rules and
regulations, the fighters themselves will have subtle differences in the way
they execute their combinations, but in general it remains the same within
the confines of the sport. The same can be said for any ‘unilateral’ combat
method that remains within the construct of the rules and regulations of the
system in which they practice which leaves no room for the true expression of
the exponents to perform techniques or combinations outside of their given
remit. The simplest way to define the Cheongye
Kwan is to say that it helps its students to go beyond basic technical
skills, by helping them to make the best use of their own particular mental
and physical attributes such as speed, power, temperament and strategic
awareness through the continual and perpetual practice of the physical and
educational skills, rather than the accumulation of theoretical and practical
techniques. Unlike purely traditional Martial Arts such as Karate, Taekwondo,
or Judo, applying a dictionary style definition is difficult about the Cheongye Kwan, which is a good thing, because combat itself
is difficult to anticipate or predict, and just like the unpredictable nature
of conflict and confrontation, a definition is impractical and restraining. How people are raised and because of human nature,
they find it difficult to relate to things they do not understand which is
why many people prefer to study within a Martial Arts style which has very
clear and specific rules, regulations and protocols. The ultimate aim of Cheongye Kwan is to develop a subconscious and intuitive
ability to respond and react to encounters as quickly as possible without the
need for deliberate thought or decision making, and to deal with conflict
with determined resolution. Cheongye Kwan offers a
means of self discovery and self
expression by walking and living the lifestyle that exemplifies the
true meaning of being a Martial Artist, and through the development of
personal growth, character and personality it will ultimately develop self mastery over the execution of subliminal technique. As a student of this method, practitioners are
taught not to think of the Cheongye Kwan as a style
or a brand of Martial Art because Barry Cook feels that this labelling would
inhibit his method into a fixed art, and that is not how he wants his method
to be portrayed. Instead Martial
Artists and complete beginners alike are encouraged to think of the Cheongye Kwan as an educational environment in which
students are encouraged to walk a path of self discovery
and self development through the practice of their
own personal internal Martial Arts. All of this is done with a flow and without
deliberate thought, this is what is called the Cheongye
Kwan Concept, subconsciously changing and adapting by reaction. It is the
absence of intentional thought to use the most effective elements to create
the best possible outcome from the encounter. The ability to use any technique affectively
during the fight comes from the Cheongye Kwan
exposing its students to elements of defence and
offence from any technique that works for them, such as Judo throwing, or
Ju-Jitsu locking, or Taekwondo kicking. The more the student trains, the more
exposure they are given to the various methods which ultimately results in a
larger database for the subconscious to draw from during a confrontation. The Cheongye Kwan’s
concepts of combat incorporate the flowing application of using ANY technique
that works without the need for conscious thought. Over time and through
training in the Cheongye Kwan, the student can
begin to learn to apply the concept to the attack subconsciously. Now all these years on, the Cheongye
Kwan continues to grow and motivate its practitioners, and since its
inception in 2007, the Cheongye Kwan and Barry Cook
have been awarded with many commendations and accolades, including being
inducted into the International Black Belt Hall of Fame and receiving a
personal letter of appreciation from the President of the Kukkiwon;
World Taekwondo Headquarters. The Cheongye Kwan
will continue to evolve through each student, who will interpret and add
their own philosophy as they teach it to the future generations of Cheongye Kwan. Website: www.cheongyekwan.com
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Collective Weapon Combat System Country:
India Founder:
Soke Syeda Sofiya Nausheed (PhD) Year
of creation: 2009 Style
motto: To teach Different types of weapons at one place under one name. Background
of system: Indian Sword Art, Ninjutsu, Kenjutsu & Other weapon related styles Description:
CWCS is the combination of different weapon combat styles so that one could
learn the different famous weapons different origin under one name. CWCS is
also a philosophy of how a weapon can be used with different way rather than
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Combat
Aikido Country:
USA Founder:
Sensei Jack Moon Year
of creation: 2008 Background
of System: Eclectic self defense system incorporating Aikido, Karate,
Jujitsu, Judo, Boxing, Ground Fighting, Krav Maga and other lesser known martial arts. Description:
Throws, joint locks, pressure points, grappling, strikes, blocks, kicks,
defenses against weapons (guns, rifles, knives, sticks, etc), defending third
parties and defenses against car jacking. Real life scenario drills are
utilized to increase endurance, awareness and ability to perform under
stress. Website:
www.combataikido.us |
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Combat Jeet Kempo Translation: Combat
intercepting method of fist Country: France Founder: Frederic Paezkiewiecz Year of creation: 2006 – evolution 1
in 2009, evolution 2 in 2012 Logo meaning: Taiji for the supreme pole of energy – yellow :
the sun and blue : the water Two silver arrows : permanent movement
/ two swords (Kali) Style motto: My own Tao
of Jeet Kune Do Goals: JKD concepts for military combatives training Background of
system: Jun
Fan Gung Fu / Jeet Kune Do,
Kali, Kempo / Jujitsu, Wrestling, MMA, Taďchi, Yoga, Close Quarter Combat Description: No form, no
limitation Website: www.combat-jeet-kempo.jimdo.com
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Combat
Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and Military Martial Arts Country: United States Founder: Matthew Montoya- 4th Degree (Yodan)
Black Belt Jujitsu, Modern Army Combatives instructor
(US Army), Muay-Thai Instructor. Also Judo, Kenpo,
and weapons. Year of School: 2015 Logo meaning: The Armor of God, specifically the Helmet of Salvation.
Strength starts with faith and salvation found in the blood of Jesus. In
September of 2001, 1st Bn of the 34th Armor, 1St
Infantry Division “Centurions” was on an expeditionary mission to Kuwait when
the Twin Towers, and the United states was attacked.
Later deployed (Nov 2003) and attached to the 2nd Bn,
34th Armor “Dreadnaughts” and the 1st Marine Division, for operations in
Anbar province, including offensive operations in Fallujah. The "CENTURIONS" of the 1st Battalion, 34th Armor Regiment
were on duty in Iraq with "A Company 1-16 INF, B Company 1/9 CAV, B
Company 1st ENG and an assortment of smaller units such as Civil Affairs and Psyops etc. In
all, the Task Force lost 23 soldiers and had about 150 wounded in action.
In 2010, Drill Sergeant Montoya remained a Basic Training Platoon
“Centurions” in recognition of the brave soldiers who gave their all for the US.
Having served alongside these brave men, and
sometimes even being in the same fire fight with them, he wanted to honor
them. As his maturity in the Gospel began to grow, the image of the Centurion
in the bible came up again and again. (Matt 8:5, Mark 15:39, and Acts 10:22)
It seemed only right to call his School “Centurion Tactical Academy” and the
Iconic Helmet became the logo. Style motto: “Put on the Full Armor of God! Eph
6:10” Goals: To build up a future generation of Warriors for Christ who
combat bullying with The Fruit of the Spirit, and when needed physically
defend themselves or those who cannot defend themselves. Description: Muay
Thai, Jujitsu, and Modern Army Combatives,
streamlined in an inclusive system. Weapons include; Pistol, Rifle, Bo, Nunchuck, knife, and sword. Background: In 2015 Founder, Instructor and Chief Examiner of Centurion
Tactical Academy (Matt Montoya) was determined to have his children learn
self-defense. He took his family to
learn at a local Dojo, but was quickly dismayed at two observations. First,
the system at the school was based on unrealistic, if not harmful, body
positions that required the student to be tense, stiff, and difficult to
achieve without significant conditioning.
This seemed dangerous for young children, not conducive for realistic
street combat and imbalanced. Second,
advancement was far too quick, children (and white
belt adults) were given yellow belts after a couple of months of
instruction. Having been military
trained, and having learned Martial Arts since the age of 10, he knew there
was a better way. He immediately
withdrew his family from the school and began training them at home. He then began to write the curriculum focused on several aspects: 1)
The first techniques taught had to be easy to learn and immediately
effective. 2) The beginner techniques had to incorporate where the students
physical condition was at the beginning, balance, endurance, and strength of
the student were to be met and utilized were they were THEN built up over
time and as the student advanced. 3) Advancement had to be earned at each
level. No give-aways. As the children learned the family opened their house to neighbors and
friends, the school had been born!
With several students now attending on a weekly basis to learn how to
effectively defend against an attacker, stand up to bullies, learn first-aid
and to study the Gospel, Centurion Tactical continues to grow. Website: https://centac.wixsite.com/centac-usa
e-mail: centurion.oksda@gmail.com |
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Kali Silat Translation: Country: France Founder: Frederic Paezkiewiecz Year of creation: 2006 – evolution 1 in 2013 Logo meaning: Union of Filipino martial arts concepts and
symbols Style motto: Goals: Kali concepts for military combatives
training Background of system: Kali blend system / Filipino
Martial Arts, Silat, Kuntao,
Close Quarter Combat Description: H2H System for infantry combat training – Technico - tactical training with stick, knife, blades Website: |
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Combat Ratel
Tactical Self Defense Founders:
John and Liam Mcgirr. Country:
Australia. Year
of founding: 2013. Logo meaning: so taai
soos- tough as a honey badger. Organization
motto: fear is the opiate of combat. Style:
blended martial art system. Goals for our system: to teach anyone
young, old, persons with disability to protect themselves and loved ones. Description: combat ratel tactical self defense is
a blended system which uses the best techniques, concepts, and principles
from krav maga, Filipino kyusho, combat hap-ki-do, and
combat brazlilian jiu jitsu ground survival tactics. There are no katas to
learn and all kicks are kept low to pressure points. Combat ratel teaches pressure point striking, defence against all attacks from weapons threats, more
than one attacker, defense against all chokes, grabs, strikes - kicks,
punches. Abduction attempts, takedowns, how to deal with fight freeze,
awareness of your surroundings, home invasion tactics, using every day common
objects as defense against an attack. Training is done in low light, uneven
surfaces, confined spaces. Combat ratel is a easy system to learn and
remember when put under extreme pressure from a sudden and violent attack.
The ratel- African honey badger was chosen for our
logo because of its fearless, tough, and never backs down “so taai soos” african
for tough as a ratel. |
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Conte Ryu
Martial Arts Translation:
The family name of Conte translates to Continuity so the actual name would be
understood as either Continuous Dragon Martial Arts or as Eternal Dragon
Martial Arts. Country:
USA Founder:
Thomas M. Conte Sr. Co-founder:
Thomas M. Conte Jr. Year
of Creation: 1974 Officially given a name and logo in 1987. In 1974 Thomas M.
Conte Sr. began teaching what would later become Conte Ryu
Martial Arts to his then 5 yr old son. In 1987 due to a misunderstanding in
translation the Style was called Conte Do and then later corrected and called
Conte Ryu Martial Arts. Logo
Meaning: The black border on the patch symbolizes the black belt that the
student is working to achieve, the white background
represents the beginner starting on his journey within martial arts. The
color green of the dragon is a symbol of life, growth, vigor and vitality,
longevity and harmony also
associated with the world, nature and health. Within the border
is the name of the style Conte Ryu Martial Arts,
within the boundaries of the style name are the joined symbols of the swords
of Bushido, there are two one for the Founder and one for the Co-Founder,
each of these are touching the three point Shurken
a weapon that has become well associated with Ninjitsu,
on the shurken is the symbol of Yin and Yang, the
symbol of perfect balance, equals and yet opposites. Behind the shurken sits the rising sun a symbol of Japan. and behind that is the Dragon Pearl symbolizing wisdom,
knowledge and truth. Encompassing these and wrapped around the throwing star
is an Asian Dragon, symbol of power, excellence and perseverance. A dragon
overcomes obstacles until success, is benevolent and protects the innocent, he is energetic, decisive, optimistic, wise and
intelligent. Style
Motto: The difference between a student and a master is that the student is
learning to master an art, the master has learned he
is always a student. ~ Thomas M. Conte Jr. Goals: To promote self defense, to assist the
student in building their character, self-esteem, confidence, sincerity,
humility and sense of responsibility, to also awaken the student to the fact
that they have far more potential than they would believe, and through this
training produce a person both mentally and physically balanced. Background
of system: Shaolin Long and Short Fist Kung Fu, Jujitsu, Ninjitsu,
Okinawan Shorin Ryu, Washin-Ryu Karate-Do. Description:
Conte Ryu Martial Arts is an aggressive to the
point freestyle form of martial arts that utilizes what works best with a
minimal amount of wasted movement. Website:
To be added at a future date. E-Mail: contemartialarts@yahoo.com |
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Cox Freestyle Korean Combat Arts System Country: USA Style Motto: A tree is only as strong
as the roots that holds it... |
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C.U.T.S. Critical Urban Tactical Strategies Country: Global Founder: Soke
David D'Antonio, Command Master Chief Instructor Nidai Soke Andrew Ian Marshall Drill
Instructor Year of founding: 2009 Logo
meaning:. Organization motto: “It's not fancy,
it's fighting. Real responses to real threats" Goals: To provide a tactically strong
base of fighting techniques to individuals who do not wish to spend a
lifetime in pursuit of a martial path. The
techniques in C.U.T.S. are based off of instinctual evasive counter offensive
responses. There are minimal techniques for the student to lean, in this way
the skills become DNA ingrained based off of instinctual primal
responses hence, these techniques are easily learned ,
easy to remember and readily recalled in a combative scenario. Styles: A ninjutsu
based combat system. Description:
C.U.T.S. features three student levels and three instructor levels with the
fourth instructor level (command master chief 0 reserved for the founder,
(and subsequent inheritors). Each level is designed to be learned with in a weekend seminar style training camp. Each student
level contains 3 to 5 of each of the following: punches/hand techniques,
kicks, escapes, throws as well as training in the following
: weapons disarms, weapon retention, environmental training, scenario
based training. This is a complete system of modern combat with minimal
techniques for the student to remember, in this way the student will be able
to easily bring into play the techniques when needed in an instantaneous
fashion, without having to jumble through hundreds of techniques looking for
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