About Pd
Natural movements
The techniques of Silat Pd (
We do not force our body to assume positions or execute movements that could result in physical injury; we do not force our body to transform itself into something unnatural for the sake of learning self-defence. We strive to become as natural as possible.
Effective
The principle of economy of force and energy underlies our theory of techniques. In combat, we make maximum use of resources immediately available within or around us.
For instance, Pd is not limited to hands and feet. Our entire body ― all the surfaces of each of our limbs ― is our weapon! We learn how to use whatever is available in our surroundings for protection, whether that's a chair, an umbrella or a pen!
We make full use of space by changing positions and postures with both linear and rotary (spinning) movements around our opponent. We manoeuvre ourselves closely behind an opponent (or anywhere within 360 degrees around him), confusing him and gaining the initiative.
Injury-free
Pd can be learnt effectively without injury. This is achieved through a unique training method called