COURSES THAT SAVE LIVES

SORUDO the reality-based self-defense

Our courses in self-defense, crisis management, and first aid are designed to teach you how to protect yourself and those around you in critical situations. Besides offering public and corporate courses, we also train bodyguards and armed forces in some of the world's most dangerous countries, with Mexico being a frequent location.

This is all achieved through our original, comprehensive, and realistic self-defense system, SORUDO.

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Instructors & Lecturers

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People Practiced SORUDO

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Saved Lives

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Courses and Seminars Yearly

24 Years of Experience

1999

Petr Moučka founds the SORUDO and opens its first branch in Hradec Králové, - Czech Republic.

2010

2008

After nearly ten years of development, the first contract comes from Mexico for the training of local security agencies, the special forces, and the government.

The establishment of the first company that represents SORUDO. The transformation from self-employment into a company - the beginning of growth.

2016

2017-2020

Creation of the B2B department, recruitment of the first sales representatives, and rocket growth through B2B sales. The establishment of the first SORUDO sales team in the Czech Republic.

Years of growth - we grew by +150-200%, over these years while we mainly focused on courses in the Czech Republic.

2022

After the COVID restrictions, we re-opened our B2B department and started new branches in Brazil and Kenya. Also started expanding across Europe.

500+ sales representatives tested
19+ sales representatives hired
4 new countries opened
2 developed into functional branches

Our speed of progress is “only” 2 new countries/year.

2020 - 2021

Because of the pandemic, 90% of sales stopped overnight. We had to re-organize our focus to online activities.

100+ new videos + 11 online courses
22 new instructors + new clubs
The “No-Bullshit - just reality” brand is born to attract new cooperation
Opened SORUDO clubs in 5 new countries

2023

New branches in Poland and United Kingdom

2024

Owing to our ambition to build SORUDO branches, and save lives all over the world, we built a franchising system to grow faster than ever before.

This year we plan to open at least 10 new franchise branches.

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More About Our History

The SORUDO system was established and developed by Petr Moučka in 1999 in Hradec Králové, where he opened his first self-defense club. However, its origins trace back even earlier.

Petr had been practicing martial arts since he was six years old, showcasing exceptional talent from a young age. His dedication to protecting and supporting the more vulnerable was apparent in his school days, where he stood up against bullies to defend his classmates.

At the age of 12, Petr faced a severe challenge when he contracted a life-threatening strain of meningococcus at a summer camp, leading to an extended hospital stay, much of it in intensive care. His remarkable physical and mental strength played a crucial role in his recovery from this perilous illness.

During his time in the hospital, Petr realized the urgency of making a difference in the world, knowing that time is precious. This realization spurred him to resume his rigorous training regime just six months after leaving the hospital, which included multiple martial arts and combat sports, running, swimming, and weight training.

By 14, Petr found himself training with soldiers, bouncers, and thai boxing competitors by bending the truth about his age to access more intensive training environments. However, he soon recognized that the reality-based training he was pursuing was not suitable for everyone, such as women, children, or individuals with disabilities.

He observed that many self-defense and martial arts systems were misleading, teaching impractical techniques that could endanger lives. Motivated by this, Petr became a certified self-defense instructor at 15 and opened his first club, focusing on realistic and effective training methods.

The SORUDO system evolved as Petr adapted it to be inclusive and accessible, making it quick to learn for a broader audience. Initially, SORUDO remained relatively obscure, known only within a small community of fighters.

The breakthrough came in 2008 when Petr was invited to train special forces, bodyguards, and police in Mexico to combat drug trafficking. His system earned acclaim from experienced practitioners accustomed to street self-defense, distinguishing SORUDO as a pioneering and unparalleled approach.

This validation marked a turning point for Petr, reinforcing his belief in the uniqueness of his system and the need to share it widely. Consequently, several projects were initiated to expand SORUDO's reach, both in the Czech Republic and internationally.

Today, SORUDO is recognized in over 14 countries as a leading-edge system, fueling our passion to continue its development and outreach.

Sorudo Now

More than 60,000 people have participated in the SORUDO system to date, and we have conducted over 1,000 courses annually. We currently operate regular exercise clubs in several cities and are on the verge of launching 40 more.

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People went through our courses

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Courses a year

More than 21,000 individuals have been trained through the SORUDO system, with our network continuing to expand. We possess over 10 trained instructors, numerous accreditations, certifications, licenses, and concessions, and operate a fully functional company based in Hradec Králové. This company conducts training nationwide and collaborates with numerous international organizations. Through our association, we also run non-profit projects, such as self-defense courses for wheelchair users and special programs for traumatized women, including rape survivors.

Our primary focus now is on recruiting capable trainers and salespeople to help extend the reach of the SORUDO system to other cities within the country, throughout Europe, South America, and beyond. In addition to this, we are involved in various life-saving projects and initiatives aimed at creating heroes. These include first aid courses for mothers, self-defense for wheelchair users, manufacturing our own car ambulances, and distributing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to companies and institutions.

Our ambition is to leave a lasting legacy, make a significant impact on the world, and develop SORUDO into a company and brand that will continue to save lives and foster heroes long into the future.

You have the opportunity to be part of this mission, whether as an instructor, student, or in another role within the SORUDO team. Join us in our effort to create as many heroes as possible and make a positive difference in the world!

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SORUDO stands as a completely original and, in our view, unmatched self-defense system on a global scale. It is a comprehensive approach to managing conflict and crisis situations, with a focus on self-defense and first aid. The teaching methods, realism, context-driven approach, and unique techniques are original and unparalleled both domestically and internationally.

What sets it apart is its rapid learnability, functional effectiveness, focus on real-world applicability, and a client-centered, safe methodology that avoids unnecessary trauma. As one of the few systems globally that continuously adapts and evolves, we integrate the latest global trends, research findings, statistical data, and our professional testing. Moreover, our development is enriched through collaborations with leading experts, including special forces members, trauma specialists, psychologists, and legal advisors from both the Czech Republic and abroad.

Realistic Training

We strive to ensure our training mirrors reality as closely as possible. Training at full speed and using model situations is second nature to us, as we eschew practice drills with controlled techniques. This approach stems from the unpredictable nature of attacks: you can never be certain how, when, or even if an attack will occur. Concurrently, we keep abreast of the latest global trends in the field, continuously updating and enhancing our routines. Our efforts include adapting the FOCUS training to address contemporary threats. We are committed to testing new techniques and approaches, assessing the speed at which they can be learned, and determining their retention over time to prevent the loss of these crucial skills.

Attacking The Eyes

We understand that the streets have no rules, which is why we focus on training the most effective techniques possible. Wrestling and adherence to rules are for the ring; in self-defense, the objective isn't to fight per se but to act decisively and secure victory as swiftly as possible.

Fighting With A Group

We believe that SORUDO is the most adaptable self-defense system, suitable for smaller individuals, larger individuals, and groups. Our approach is based on the touchstone principle, ensuring our system is effective against multiple attackers or a knife attack, for instance, without altering the technique. Our aim is to maximize the practicality of every technique and procedure.

The Best Instructors

Our system stands out for several reasons, notably its ease and speed of learning. Consequently, we place great emphasis on the quality of our trainers. We meticulously select only those experienced fighters who also possess pedagogical skills, ultimately accepting approximately one in every hundred applicants. These selected trainers undergo rigorous training. More crucially, they are required to engage in continuous self-improvement and training to ensure they provide our clients with the most current, accurate information and the highest quality of training possible.

Success Worldwide

SORUDO boasts extensive international experience, conducting the majority of its courses outside the Czech Republic, especially in Slovakia. Thousands have participated in our courses in Mexico, where we not only engage the general public but also train bodyguards and armed forces in combating cartels. Furthermore, our partnerships span more than 14 countries across several continents. We exchange experiences and know-how, gaining recognition from numerous international instructors with whom we share our expertise.

Czech Originality

The SORUDO system was founded 20 years ago in Hradec Králové, Czech Republic. We take pride in disseminating an original Czech innovation globally and achieving success on the international stage.

Complex System

The term "self-defense system" is frequently used, but often it refers merely to a collection of techniques, teaching over 100 different defensive responses to as many attacks, without presenting an integrated system. With us, you will learn through universal principles that enable you to address a situation comprehensively. This is all part of our complex self-defense system.

Saving Lives

We understand that our efforts have a purpose and yield tangible results. We gather stories from individuals who, after undergoing our training, faced crisis situations and successfully navigated them using the skills we taught. To date, we have directly contributed to saving more than 79 lives. We also believe that our impact extends further through preventive measures and heightened awareness among our clients, likely saving even more lives. Additionally, these stories provide valuable feedback on the effectiveness of our system in real-life scenarios, as confirmed by men, women, and children alike.

Constantly Evolving

We recognize that stagnation leads to decline, which is why SORUDO is in a state of continuous evolution. From refining the methodologies employed in our courses and simplifying techniques for non-fighters, to incorporating the latest training equipment, we are perpetually in search of innovation. We are not only developing new equipment—be it tools, weapons for self-defense, or first aid kits—but also staying abreast of the latest trends and updates to ensure we remain current.

About The Sorudo Self-Defense System

SORUDO emphasizes rapidly learnable techniques, training at true speed in realistic environments, and comprehensive management of critical situations, covering tactics, prevention, effective combat, first aid, and legal follow-up. It stands out as one of the few systems that continuously improves and evolves, incorporating new global trends, research, statistics, and extensive professional testing.

What Makes SORUDO Different?

Unlike traditional martial arts, sports, or conventional self-defense, our training is rooted in reality. The focus is not on controlled techniques or sparring, as survival is not akin to a duel. We aim for experiential training, employing model simulations to teach clients how to navigate a situation from start to finish.

We eschew teaching an array of individual techniques for various attacks, which we consider impractical and dangerous in critical moments. Instead, we offer a system designed to equip you with the skills to manage crisis situations, from prevention and communication to legal aftermath and first aid. We teach only the essential techniques and procedures that are broadly applicable, adopting a "Slap and Run" philosophy for basic survival. For those seeking advanced training, we explore various contexts, strategies, and techniques, enabling them to remain in a situation and still emerge safely or victorious.

What might take years to learn elsewhere can be mastered in just hours or days with SORUDO, thanks to our sophisticated methodology, experiential pedagogy, and meticulously selected and trained instructors. However, this doesn't imply a ceiling to your growth. SORUDO offers 10 levels within its self-defense system, allowing you to quickly grasp the basics ("LAIK") and then advance to the master level ("EXPERT"), fostering continuous development and mastery.