KEEP IT SIMPLE.
KEEP IT SIMPLE.
WHAT IS DEFENDO?
WHAT IS DEFENDO?
WHAT IS DEFENDO?
Defendo is a simple and effective self-defense system, designed to deal with real-life violence found on European streets.
WHAT IS DEFENDO ABOUT?
Defendo is a European self-defense system that integrates technical, physical, and mental training. Originating in Finland, it is now used by both civil and uniformed professionals across Europe. It leverages straightforward solutions based on natural reflexes, scientific learning, and effective action mechanisms.
WHY CHOOSE THIS SYSTEM?
Because personal safety can no longer be taken for granted. In a world of rising tensions, unpredictable incidents, and an increasingly brutal daily reality—especially in European cities—self-defense is not an option, but a necessity.
WHAT MAKES DEFENDO DIFFERENT?
✔️Focused on real threats encountered on European streets
✔️Rooted in European law—train responsibly and safely
✔️Easy to learn—built on a logical structure with a minimal number of techniques
✔️Used by civilians, police officers, rescuers, and soldiers
✔️Focused on real threats encountered on European streets
✔️Rooted in European law—train responsibly and safely
✔️Easy to learn—built on a logical structure with a minimal number of techniques
✔️Used by civilians, police officers, rescuers, and soldiers
✔️Focused on real threats encountered on European streets
✔️Rooted in European law—train responsibly and safely
✔️Easy to learn—built on a logical structure with a minimal number of techniques
✔️Used by civilians, police officers, rescuers, and soldiers
HOW TO START TRAINING?
Start your Defendo journey today.
Join a seminar, visit a local section for a trial class, or contact us to explore instructor education.
No group nearby? We’ll help you create one.
THE FOUR PILLARS OF DEFENDO
THE FOUR PILLARS OF DEFENDO
Each pillar represents a complete Defendo program – from essential self-defense to advanced tactical skills.
HOW TO START TRAINING?
Defendo is an open system—you can train at one of our locations in Poland or join our open seminars. We offer regular training sessions, recurring courses for enthusiasts, and instructor-level certification. Find a club near you, start your own, or get in touch.
WHAT SETS DEFENDO APART?
✔️Focused on real threats encountered on European streets
✔️Rooted in European law—train responsibly and safely
✔️Easy to learn—built on a logical structure with a minimal number of techniques
✔️Used by civilians, police officers, rescuers, and soldiers
THE 4 FACES OF DEFENDO
We divide Defendo into four categories—each with a different specialization and set of requirements.
DEFENDO RED
A modern self-defence system.
FOR WHO?
Civilians
Professionals
Enthusiasts
DEFENDO BLUE
Specialized program of intervention tactics and techniques.
FOR WHO?
Police officers
Security professionals
DEFENDO GREEN
Military hand-to-hand combat program
FOR WHO?
Military units
Special forces
Tactical teams
DEFENDO WHITE
Personal safety for healthcare and education workers.
FOR WHO?
Paramedics
Healthcare professionals
Education staff
WHAT IS DEFENDO ABOUT?
Defendo is a European self-defense system that integrates technical, physical, and mental training. Originating in Finland, it is now used by both civil and uniformed professionals across Europe. It leverages straightforward solutions based on natural reflexes, scientific learning, and effective action mechanisms.
WHY CHOOSE THIS SYSTEM?
Because personal safety is increasingly no longer a given. In a world of growing tensions, unpredictable incidents, and a brutalizing daily reality—especially in European cities—self-defense becomes not an option, but a necessity.
START TRAINING NOW
START TRAINING NOW
Click the map to find a club in your area or start your own.
START TRAINING NOW
Click the map to find a club in your area or start your own.
Intuition
"In a threatening situation, you'll apply Defendo not because I taught you, but because you’re wired to react that way. I teach you how to execute it more effectively, without hesitation and by surprise. You can only surprise someone once—don’t waste that chance."
Intuition
"In a threatening situation, you'll apply Defendo not because I taught you, but because you’re wired to react that way. I teach you how to execute it more effectively, without hesitation and by surprise. You can only surprise someone once—don’t waste that chance."
Intuition
"In a threatening situation, you'll apply Defendo not because I taught you, but because you’re wired to react that way. I teach you how to execute it more effectively, without hesitation and by surprise. You can only surprise someone once—don’t waste that chance."
Our strength
"Better to be a student of reality than a master of illusion. There are many myths in martial arts treated as facts. Our strength is that we speak scientific truths and street-level realities. That’s also our weakness—because not everyone wants to hear the truth."
Our strength
"Better to be a student of reality than a master of illusion. There are many myths in martial arts treated as facts. Our strength is that we speak scientific truths and street-level realities. That’s also our weakness—because not everyone wants to hear the truth."
Our strength
"Better to be a student of reality than a master of illusion. There are many myths in martial arts treated as facts. Our strength is that we speak scientific truths and street-level realities. That’s also our weakness—because not everyone wants to hear the truth."
Less Is More
"Better to learn three techniques and practice them 1,000 times, than learn 1,000 techniques practiced only a few times. That’s Defendo math."
Less Is More
"Better to learn three techniques and practice them 1,000 times, than learn 1,000 techniques practiced only a few times. That’s Defendo math."
Less Is More
"Better to learn three techniques and practice them 1,000 times, than learn 1,000 techniques practiced only a few times. That’s Defendo math."
Be first
"Don’t wait for the attacker to move first. Learn to take the initiative in street conflicts. Retreat or strike first, end the fight—don’t wait for it to escalate. Observe your surroundings, recognize threats, make decisions, and act."
Be first
"Don’t wait for the attacker to move first. Learn to take the initiative in street conflicts. Retreat or strike first, end the fight—don’t wait for it to escalate. Observe your surroundings, recognize threats, make decisions, and act."
Be first
"Don’t wait for the attacker to move first. Learn to take the initiative in street conflicts. Retreat or strike first, end the fight—don’t wait for it to escalate. Observe your surroundings, recognize threats, make decisions, and act."
European roots
Designed for real-world threats and realities of European streets.
European roots
Designed for real-world threats and realities of European streets.
European roots
Designed for real-world threats and realities of European streets.
Unique methodology and instructors
Training built on logical steps tailored to each student.
Unique methodology and instructors
Training built on logical steps tailored to each student.
Unique methodology and instructors
Training built on logical steps tailored to each student.
Safety and quality
Classes conducted responsibly to avoid injuries.
Safety and quality
Classes conducted responsibly to avoid injuries.
Safety and quality
Classes conducted responsibly to avoid injuries.
Transparent progression
Structured training path, exams, seminars, and instructor certification.
Transparent progression
Structured training path, exams, seminars, and instructor certification.
Transparent progression
Structured training path, exams, seminars, and instructor certification.
A community with character
Join passionate, level-headed, action-ready people.
A community with character
Join passionate, level-headed, action-ready people.
A community with character
Join passionate, level-headed, action-ready people.
No false promises
We show the path and build from the ground up.
No false promises
We show the path and build from the ground up.
No false promises
We show the path and build from the ground up.
FILOZOFIA DEFENDO
Intuicja
"W sytuacji zagrożenia zastosujesz Defendo nie dlatego, bo ja cię tego nauczyłem. Ja Cię uczę Defendo, bo dokładnie tak się zachowasz. Ja Cię nauczę jak to zrobić skuteczniej. Jak to wykonać bez wahania i z zaskoczenia. Bo zaskoczyć możesz tylko raz, więc nie zmarnuj tej szansy."
Intuicja
"W sytuacji zagrożenia zastosujesz Defendo nie dlatego, bo ja cię tego nauczyłem. Ja Cię uczę Defendo, bo dokładnie tak się zachowasz. Ja Cię nauczę jak to zrobić skuteczniej. Jak to wykonać bez wahania i z zaskoczenia. Bo zaskoczyć możesz tylko raz, więc nie zmarnuj tej szansy."
Nasza słaba strona
"Lepiej zostać uczniem rzeczywistości niż mistrzem iluzji. W świecie sztuk walki jest sporo mitów, które są traktowane jako fakty. Naszą silną stroną jest, że mówimy o faktach naukowych i o realiach ulicznych. To jest również nasza słaba strona, bo nie wszyscy chcą usłyszeć prawdę."
Nasza słaba strona
"Lepiej zostać uczniem rzeczywistości niż mistrzem iluzji. W świecie sztuk walki jest sporo mitów, które są traktowane jako fakty. Naszą silną stroną jest, że mówimy o faktach naukowych i o realiach ulicznych. To jest również nasza słaba strona, bo nie wszyscy chcą usłyszeć prawdę."
Mniej znaczy więcej
"Lepiej nauczyć się trzech technik i przećwiczyć je 1000 razy, niż nauczyć się 1000 technik, które przećwiczysz kilka razy. To jest matematyka Defendo."
Mniej znaczy więcej
"Lepiej nauczyć się trzech technik i przećwiczyć je 1000 razy, niż nauczyć się 1000 technik, które przećwiczysz kilka razy. To jest matematyka Defendo."
Bądź pierwszy
"Nie czekaj na pierwszy ruch agresora. Naucz się przejmować inicjatywę w konflikcie ulicznym. Oddal się lub uderz pierwszy, zakończ walkę, nie czekaj na rozwój sytuacji. Obserwuj otoczenie, rozpoznaj zagrożenie, podejmij decyzję i działaj. "
Bądź pierwszy
"Nie czekaj na pierwszy ruch agresora. Naucz się przejmować inicjatywę w konflikcie ulicznym. Oddal się lub uderz pierwszy, zakończ walkę, nie czekaj na rozwój sytuacji. Obserwuj otoczenie, rozpoznaj zagrożenie, podejmij decyzję i działaj. "
ANY QUESTIONS?
ANY QUESTIONS?
ANY QUESTIONS?
Find anwser to your question.
How to start training Defendo?
How to become an instructor
Do I need experience to start training?
Is Defendo training safe?
What is the difference between Defendo and Krav Maga?
How to start training Defendo?
How to become an instructor
Do I need experience to start training?
Is Defendo training safe?
What is the difference between Defendo and Krav Maga?
How to start training Defendo?
How to become an instructor
Do I need experience to start training?
Is Defendo training safe?
What is the difference between Defendo and Krav Maga?
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European roots
Designed for real-world threats and realities of European streets.
Unique methodology
Training built on logical steps tailored to each student.
Safety and quality
Classes conducted responsibly to avoid injuries.
Transparent progression
Structured training path, exams, seminars, and instructor certification.
A community with character
Join passionate, level-headed, action-ready people.
No false promises
We show the path and build from the ground up.