KUDO

Signature Discipline • Origin: Japan

Kudo
The Complete Art

The Mother of All Martial Arts

Kudo is a full-contact Japanese combat sport that trains you to strike, clinch, throw and finish on the ground — all in one system. At Q Combat, it is the discipline everything else is built around.

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1981Founded in Japan

3Ranges of Combat

50+Intl. Medalists

Govt.Recognized Sport

Kudo training at Q Combat Martial Arts Academy, Bangalore

Full Contact • Super Safe Headgear

What Is Kudo

One System.
Every Range.

Kudo is a Japanese hybrid martial art founded by Azuma Takashi. It was created to answer a simple question: what would the most realistic — yet safe — combat sport look like? The answer combines the most effective techniques of Karate, Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu into one complete fighting method.

Unlike arts that specialise in a single range, a Kudo athlete learns to fight at every distance: long-range kicks and punches, close-range knees and elbows, clinch work, throws and takedowns, and finishing techniques on the ground. Moving smoothly between them is the heart of the art.

Safety is part of the design. Athletes compete in a traditional dogi with the “Super Safe” face-shield headgear, which allows full-contact striking while protecting the face. That balance of realism and safety is why Kudo is 100% useful for real-world self-defence and still suitable for students of all ages.

Full Contact Strikes + Grappling Self Defence Govt. Recognized KIFI Affiliated

The Journey

History of Kudo

From a small dojo in northern Japan to a recognized combat sport in India.

1981

Daido Juku Is Founded

Azuma Takashi opens Daido Juku in Sendai, Japan, blending full-contact Karate with throws and grappling to build a more realistic combat style.

2001

The Name “Kudo”

The art is renamed Kudo, reflecting its growth from a single style into an international sport with its own rules, grading and world-level competition.

India

Recognized at the National Level

Kudo is recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, and governed nationally by KIFI (Kudo International Federation India).

Q Combat

Karnataka’s Kudo Powerhouse

As a member of the Kudo Association of Karnataka, Q Combat has trained athletes who have represented India and won medals at World and Asian Championships.

What You’ll Learn

The Kudo Curriculum

A structured, progressive syllabus that takes you from fundamentals to competition.

Stance & Footwork

Balance, guard, distance management and movement — the foundation for everything that follows.

Striking

Punches, kicks, knees and elbows drawn from Karate, Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai, with power and accuracy.

Clinch Fighting

Controlling an opponent at close range, setting up knee strikes and creating openings for throws.

Throws & Takedowns

Judo-inspired throws and sweeps to take the fight to the ground safely and with control.

Ground Finishes

Submissions, joint locks and controlled finishing techniques from top and bottom positions.

Conditioning & Sparring

Strength, endurance and supervised sparring that build the fitness and composure to perform under pressure.

The Sport

How a Kudo Match Works

Protective Gear

Athletes wear the dogi, the Super Safe face-shield headgear, gloves and groin protection, so full contact stays safe.

Physical Index

Categories are based on a physical index (height + weight), so athletes are matched fairly by build.

Every Range Counts

Strikes, throws and ground finishes all score, rewarding complete fighters rather than specialists.

Clear Scoring

Techniques are scored as Koka, Yuko, Waza-ari or Ippon, depending on their impact and control.

Who It’s For

Kudo for Every Age

Training is adapted to each student’s age, experience and goals.

Kids & Teens

Builds confidence, discipline, focus and coordination, along with practical self-defence and anti-bullying skills.

Adults & Fitness

A full-body workout that improves strength, stamina and reflexes, while teaching skills that work in real situations.

Competitors

Structured competition training for district, state, national and international Kudo championships.

Beyond the Dojo

Why Kudo Opens Doors

As a government-recognized sport, Kudo achievements bring real opportunities.

Government Jobs

Sports-quota reservation in Income Tax, Central Excise, Customs, GST and Police services.

Scholarships

Scholarships up to ₹10,000 for 6th–10th standard students and fee reimbursement up to ₹50,000.

Higher Studies

Reservation through the KCET sports quota for admission to leading colleges and universities.

Corporate Careers

VFS Global has agreed to provide job opportunities specifically for trained Kudo athletes.

Train Under

Sensei Amruth Patel G R

Founder & Head Instructor, Q Combat

With 17+ years of dedicated martial arts experience, Sensei Amruth has guided 50+ international and 500+ national medalists. His Kudo programme focuses on technical excellence, safe progression and the mindset of a true warrior.

17+Years

50+Intl. Medalists

500+Natl. Medalists

Questions

Kudo FAQs

Do I need any martial arts experience to start Kudo?

No. Most of our students start as complete beginners. Classes begin with fundamentals and progress step by step, so you build skill and confidence safely.

Is Kudo safe for children?

Yes. Kudo was designed with safety in mind. Children train with age-appropriate drills, controlled contact and protective gear, under close supervision from our coaches.

How is Kudo different from MMA?

Both cover striking and grappling. Kudo is a traditional Japanese budo with its own dogi, grading system and Super Safe headgear, and it puts strong emphasis on discipline and respect. It is also a government-recognized sport in India, which brings sports-quota and scholarship benefits.

Can I compete in Kudo tournaments?

Yes. Q Combat prepares students for district, state, national and international Kudo championships. Competition is optional — many students train purely for fitness and self-defence.

Which Q Combat branches offer Kudo?

Kudo is taught at our branches across Bengaluru and Devanahalli. Find your nearest branch in the Locations menu, or call us on +91 99729 24489 for batch timings.

KudoThe Complete Art

One System.Every Range.