Shadow Combatives & Self-Defense (SCSD) is a member of the Shisenkan Kobudō Federation based out of Tokyo, Japan, and is officially recognized under the Shisenkan as "Seishin Dojo". SCSD has true Samurai and Shinobi no Mono roots dating back to over a thousand years ago. Under the guidance of Head Instructor Omar Gilani, SCSD offers a comprehensive curriculum-based program dedicated to real-world self-defense applications and combatives, based on proven techniques. 

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Just as the Samurai of old, we uphold a commitment to professionalism and humility. While Jūjutsu serves as the cornerstone of our combat training, our program is a hybrid system between Shinobi no Jutsu (Ninja Arts), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, Koryu Karate, Boxing, Goshin-Jutsu (self-defense), knife fighting, stick fighting, sword fighting, throwing blades, archery, hidden weapons, and more. 

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In order to ensure the effectiveness of our techniques, all methodologies undergo rigorous pressure-testing through kata, drills, and actual sparring. Our students acquire proficiency in essential aspects such as precise striking techniques, effective grappling maneuvers, adept escapes, proficient pinning methods, skillful throws, and the mastery of various weapons.

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At SCSD, we foster a supportive environment where instructors and teammates work in unison, emphasizing the value of unity and reminding one another that no individual is ever alone in their journey.