Since its founding in 1968, USSD has established itself as the premiere martial arts and self-defense organization throughout North America
Since 1968, our students have studied the unique USSD system of Kempo-style martial arts from the finest instructors in the United States. From its earliest beginnings nearly 2000 years ago, Martial arts has been steeped in Tradition. Nowhere else will you feel that sense of rich history than at a USSD studio.
06/16/2026
Sign up today for this once in a lifetime event! Learn directly from Master Black, Master Turner, Shaolin Master Shi Yan Hong, and the rest of USSD's top masters July 18th and 19th at the Westin Anaheim Resort!
https://www.ussd.com/campaigns/2026/masters-class-2026
05/21/2026
Self defense starts with your awareness and how you project yourself.
USSD empowers young girls to seize their power and let their voice out.
Interested in learning more? Find your dojo and try a class @ https://www.ussd.com/find-a-dojo
United Studios of Self Defense teaches women how to stay safe with simple and effective techniques.
Your body is strong, and you're equipped with the right tools to protect yourself.
Try your first class on us, and wield your power with USSD @ https://bit.ly/womens-self-defense-2026
05/10/2026
This Mother’s Day, United Studios of Self Defense celebrates the moms and mother figures who inspire and support the growth of our students and dojos.
Thank you for all you do — in the studio, at home, and every step along the journey. 💐
Soke Jack Turner — 9th Degree Black Belt
With decades of experience developing martial artists and instructors within United Studios of Self Defense, Soke Jack Turner continues to help shape the direction and evolution of the USSD system alongside Soke Richard Black.
In this seminar, participants will explore adaptability, precision, and the seamless transition between weapon-based and empty-hand applications. Through specialized drills, Soke Turner emphasizes footwork, control, awareness, and the practical use of everyday objects as tools for both defense and offense.
His instruction focuses on developing coordination, timing, and the ability to apply techniques effectively under pressure.
This is not theory. This is application.
Train directly with one of the most respected leaders in Shaolin Kempo at the USSD Master Seminar.
July 18–19
ussd.com
https://www.ussd.com/campaigns/2026/masters-class-2026
Family sees it first: "values, integrity, discipline"
This is what changes through training— you don't need a “perfect” starting point.
You just start, and grow from there. Find out @ www.ussd.com
05/04/2026
We're celebrating this National Star Wars day with a little sibling rivalry between and .
Sensei Matthew and Sensei Jess are always having fun^^
May the Fourth be with you!
05/01/2026
May is for momentum, and we're continuing strong hosting Women's Self Defense classes through the end of Spring
Realize your power, and wield it with USSD.
Find a Women's Self Defense event or set yourself up for a personal lesson @
https://www.ussd.com/campaigns/2026/womens-power
Soke Richard Black — 9th Degree Black Belt
Over 40 years of experience. One of the Head Masters shaping the future of United Studios of Self Defense.
Soke Black teaches what most never see—how to control every range of combat with precision, structure, and intent.
From devastating pillar attacks to high-level knife defense, his focus is simple:
what works under pressure.
This is not theory. This is application.
Train directly with one of the most respected leaders in Shaolin Kempo at the USSD Master Seminar.
July 18–19
ussd.com
https://www.ussd.com/campaigns/2026/masters-class-2026
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