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As times changed, so too did the threats people faced—leading to the refinement of techniques and principles
to suit urban environments, street confrontations, and the realities of modern violence.
This JuJutsu art arose from the recognition that a changing world required a practical and modern approach to self-defense.
The techniques of Shinkendo are not designed for competition, points, or performance, but built for real-world self-protection—direct,
effective, and survival-focused.
What sets Shinkendo apart from many other martial arts is its clear distinction between “fighting” and “true self-defense.”
In many systems, this line is blurred, with fighting taught as the main means of defense and aggression seen as the best form of protection.
However, this mindset can escalate situations and lead to cycles of violence.
In contrast, Shinkendo is rooted in ethical principles of self-defense, emphasizing de-escalation, restraint, and ensuring the safety of all parties involved.
Through this framework, Shinkendo instills not only physical self-defense skills but also responsible behavior and legal awareness,
enabling practitioners to act appropriately in times of crisis.
Training in Sport-Based Martial Arts
In recent years, traditional martial arts have increasingly adopted a more sports-oriented approach, moving away from practical self-defense.
While these systems aim for success in competition and incorporate flashy moves to impress judges, they often neglect effective defensive strategies.
As a result, core principles of traditional martial arts have been diluted, prioritizing appearance and performance over practical application.
Consequently, while sport martial arts offer valuable skills and competitive opportunities, they may not adequately prepare practitioners for real-life self-defense situations.
Many people begin martial arts training without realizing they are learning in a sports-oriented system.
While sport martial arts do have some self-defense value, even experienced practitioners may find themselves unprepared in real situations.
Criminals do not follow rules, and attacks are not structured or fair like competitions.
In contrast, our training equips individuals to respond instinctively and effectively to the unpredictable, chaotic violence found in society.
Since sport martial arts rely heavily on youth, physical fitness, flexibility, and stamina, their effectiveness as self-defense can decline with age.
Traditional martial arts, on the other hand, are designed to be practiced for life.
The techniques and strategies of sport martial arts are optimized for peak physical performance, making it harder for older practitioners to maintain effectiveness in self-defense.
For this reason, traditional martial arts, which emphasize adaptability and long-term technical growth, are more suitable for real self-defense.
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