
SSBD is a traditional art. We move like the old ways because it is effective and efficient
Maul Mornie, founder Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD)
Silat Suffian Bela Diri is a traditional family martial art from Brunei, led by Cikgu Maul Mornie.
This unique style emphasizes practicality, adaptability, and effectiveness. Its legacy draws from ancient blade tactics used by Malay warriors.

SSBD is a traditional art. We move like the old ways because it is effective and efficient
- Maul Mornie, founder Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD) -
Silat Suffian Bela Diri is a traditional family martial art from Brunei, led by Cikgu Maul Mornie.
This unique style emphasizes practicality, adaptability, and effectiveness. Its legacy draws from ancient blade tactics used by Malay warriors.
Machete Fighting - Silat Suffian Bela Diri #LasCasas #Bataan #Philippines #Brunei #Parang #Golok
SSBD USA January 29, 2024 4:41 am


Join the SSBD Team for an intensive 3-Day Seminar in Portland, Oregon and experience the practical concepts and training methods of Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD).
📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 Portland, Oregon
Over three days, you`ll explore:
🔪 Knife Concepts & Defensive Applications
🌀 Kerambit Fundamentals & Flow
🦶 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
⚡ Timing, Positioning & Control
SSBD focuses on developing flow, positioning, and control—learning to disrupt an opponent`s balance while maintaining your own.
Whether you`re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, this seminar offers valuable concepts that can be integrated into any training background.
⚠️ Spaces are limited. Register today!
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #PortlandOregon #PortlandMartialArts #KnifeDefense #Kerambit #MartialArts #SelfDefense #SSBDUSA #MaulMornie #Flow #Seminar
Join the SSBD Team for an intensive 3-Day Seminar in Portland, Oregon and experience the practical concepts and training methods of Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD).
📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 Portland, Oregon
Over three days, you`ll explore:
🔪 Knife Concepts & Defensive Applications
🌀 Kerambit Fundamentals & Flow
🦶 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
⚡ Timing, Positioning & Control
SSBD focuses on developing flow, positioning, and control—learning to disrupt an opponent`s balance while maintaining your own.
Whether you`re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, this seminar offers valuable concepts that can be integrated into any training background.
⚠️ Spaces are limited. Register today!
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #PortlandOregon #PortlandMartialArts #KnifeDefense #Kerambit #MartialArts #SelfDefense #SSBDUSA #MaulMornie #Flow #Seminar
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🔥 THIS WEEKEND IN BATON ROUGE! 🔥
📅 July 31 – August 2
Train with the SSBD team for 3 days of intensive instruction covering:
⚔️ Machete Concepts
🔪 Knife Training & Defense
🧣 Flexible Weapons (Sarong)
✅ Takedowns
✅ Movement & Positioning
✅ Practical Applications
Whether you`re new to SSBD or an experienced practitioner, this is your chance to sharpen your skills and experience the system firsthand.
⏳ Don`t miss it!
🌐 More information & registration:
www.ssbdusa.com
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🔥 THIS WEEKEND IN BATON ROUGE! 🔥
📅 July 31 – August 2
Train with the SSBD team for 3 days of intensive instruction covering:
⚔️ Machete Concepts
🔪 Knife Training & Defense
🧣 Flexible Weapons (Sarong)
✅ Takedowns
✅ Movement & Positioning
✅ Practical Applications
Whether you`re new to SSBD or an experienced practitioner, this is your chance to sharpen your skills and experience the system firsthand.
⏳ Don`t miss it!
🌐 More information & registration:
www.ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #BatonRouge #KnifeTraining #MacheteTraining #Sarong #FlexibleWeapons #MartialArts #SelfDefense #Louisiana #ssbdusa
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🔥 In SSBD, "Flow" means defending and attacking at the same time. 🔥
Unlike systems that separate defense and offense, SSBD teaches you to seamlessly transition from protecting yourself to controlling the opponent.
✅ No Pauses – Every defense immediately becomes a counter, control, or takedown.
✅ Control Positioning – Disrupt balance, structure, and mobility.
✅ Move Sideways – Step off the line of attack, don`t stay in front of force.
✅ Stay Connected – Use contact to feel and predict movement.
✅ Maintain Awareness – Always assume there may be additional threats or hidden weapons.
This is not about techniques—it`s about developing timing, flow, and control under pressure.
📍 Baton Rouge, Louisiana
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
Topics Covered
🟢 Knife Defense Concepts
🟢 Machete Fundamentals & Concepts
🟢 Flexible Weapons Training
🟢 Timing, Flow & Positional Control
🟢 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
⚠️ Only a few days remain to register!
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
Don`t miss this rare opportunity to train with the principles and concepts of Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD) and experience a unique approach to self-protection and movement.
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #KnifeDefense #Machete #FlexibleWeapons #Takedowns #MartialArts #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #LouisianaMartialArts #Seminar #MaulMornie #SSBDUSA #Harimau #SilatTraining #CombatSkills #Flow #PositionalControl #MartialArtsSeminar
🔥 In SSBD, "Flow" means defending and attacking at the same time. 🔥
Unlike systems that separate defense and offense, SSBD teaches you to seamlessly transition from protecting yourself to controlling the opponent.
✅ No Pauses – Every defense immediately becomes a counter, control, or takedown.
✅ Control Positioning – Disrupt balance, structure, and mobility.
✅ Move Sideways – Step off the line of attack, don`t stay in front of force.
✅ Stay Connected – Use contact to feel and predict movement.
✅ Maintain Awareness – Always assume there may be additional threats or hidden weapons.
This is not about techniques—it`s about developing timing, flow, and control under pressure.
📍 Baton Rouge, Louisiana
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
Topics Covered
🟢 Knife Defense Concepts
🟢 Machete Fundamentals & Concepts
🟢 Flexible Weapons Training
🟢 Timing, Flow & Positional Control
🟢 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
⚠️ Only a few days remain to register!
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
Don`t miss this rare opportunity to train with the principles and concepts of Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD) and experience a unique approach to self-protection and movement.
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #KnifeDefense #Machete #FlexibleWeapons #Takedowns #MartialArts #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #LouisianaMartialArts #Seminar #MaulMornie #SSBDUSA #Harimau #SilatTraining #CombatSkills #Flow #PositionalControl #MartialArtsSeminar
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🔥 PORTLAND SSBD SEMINAR 🔥
📅 August 6–8
Train 3 days with Silat Suffian Bela Diri and develop practical skills in:
⚔️ Knife Concepts
🌀 Kerambit Applications
🦁 Harimau Takedowns & Sweeps
👊 Entries, Controls & Finishes
Learn the principles behind balance disruption, off-timing, and efficient takedowns that make SSBD unique.
📍 Portland, Oregon
🌐 SSBDUSA.com
⚠️ Less than 2 weeks away. Reserve your spot now!
#SSBD #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #Silat #Kerambit #KnifeDefense #Takedowns #PortlandEvents #MartialArts #SelfDefense #maulmornie
🔥 PORTLAND SSBD SEMINAR 🔥
📅 August 6–8
Train 3 days with Silat Suffian Bela Diri and develop practical skills in:
⚔️ Knife Concepts
🌀 Kerambit Applications
🦁 Harimau Takedowns & Sweeps
👊 Entries, Controls & Finishes
Learn the principles behind balance disruption, off-timing, and efficient takedowns that make SSBD unique.
📍 Portland, Oregon
🌐 SSBDUSA.com
⚠️ Less than 2 weeks away. Reserve your spot now!
#SSBD #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #Silat #Kerambit #KnifeDefense #Takedowns #PortlandEvents #MartialArts #SelfDefense #maulmornie
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⚔️ BATON ROUGE THIS FRIDAY ⚔️
Learn the concepts behind:
🔹 Machete Training
🔹 Knife Defense
🔹 Flexible Weapons (Sarong & Improvised Tools)
🔹 Takedowns & Sweeps
🔹 Close-Quarter Combat
Join us for a powerful 3-day Silat Suffian Bela Diri seminar.
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – Aug 2
🔥 Only days away!
🎟️ Register now at SSBDUSA.com
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⚔️ BATON ROUGE THIS FRIDAY ⚔️
Learn the concepts behind:
🔹 Machete Training
🔹 Knife Defense
🔹 Flexible Weapons (Sarong & Improvised Tools)
🔹 Takedowns & Sweeps
🔹 Close-Quarter Combat
Join us for a powerful 3-day Silat Suffian Bela Diri seminar.
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – Aug 2
🔥 Only days away!
🎟️ Register now at SSBDUSA.com
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🔪 Reverse Knife Grip 🐅
🔥 LESS THAN 2 WEEKS LEFT
A different grip.
A different angle.
A different way to control the fight.
Discover how SSBD approaches reverse knife grip concepts through movement, positioning, timing, and tactical application.
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9
🗓 3-Day Seminar with Maul Mornie
✅ Knife Concepts
✅ Takedowns & Sweeps
✅ Kerambit
👉 Register now at SSBDUSA.com
#SSBD #Silat #ReverseKnifeGrip #KnifeTraining #Portland #Oregon #SelfDefense #MartialArts #MaulMornie #Harimau #BladeTraining #SilatLife
🔪 Reverse Knife Grip 🐅
🔥 LESS THAN 2 WEEKS LEFT
A different grip.
A different angle.
A different way to control the fight.
Discover how SSBD approaches reverse knife grip concepts through movement, positioning, timing, and tactical application.
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9
🗓 3-Day Seminar with Maul Mornie
✅ Knife Concepts
✅ Takedowns & Sweeps
✅ Kerambit
👉 Register now at SSBDUSA.com
#SSBD #Silat #ReverseKnifeGrip #KnifeTraining #Portland #Oregon #SelfDefense #MartialArts #MaulMornie #Harimau #BladeTraining #SilatLife
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💪⚡ Control the arm. Control the fight.
The SSBD Armbar isn`t just a submission—it`s a powerful tool for controlling, breaking balance, and dominating an opponent.
🔥 Learn:
• Machete
• Flexible Weapons
• Knife Concepts
• SSBD takedown principles
🐅 Train directly with SSBD Team
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – August 2
🗓 3-Day SSBD Seminar
Limited spots available.
👉 Register at SSBDUSA.com
#SSBD #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #Silat #Armbar #SelfDefense #MartialArts #BatonRouge #Louisiana #CombatTraining #MaulMornie #Takedown #Grappling #MartialArtsTraining
💪⚡ Control the arm. Control the fight.
The SSBD Armbar isn`t just a submission—it`s a powerful tool for controlling, breaking balance, and dominating an opponent.
🔥 Learn:
• Machete
• Flexible Weapons
• Knife Concepts
• SSBD takedown principles
🐅 Train directly with SSBD Team
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – August 2
🗓 3-Day SSBD Seminar
Limited spots available.
👉 Register at SSBDUSA.com
#SSBD #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #Silat #Armbar #SelfDefense #MartialArts #BatonRouge #Louisiana #CombatTraining #MaulMornie #Takedown #Grappling #MartialArtsTraining
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🔪⚡ KNIFE & KARAMBIT TRAINING IN PORTLAND ⚡🔪
What makes Silat different?
It`s not just about the blade.
It`s about positioning. Timing. Control. Takedowns.
Join us for a 3-Day SSBD Seminar and discover how knife and karambit training integrates with movement, entries, sweeps, takedowns, and practical application.
📍 Portland, OR
📅 August 7–9
🌐 SSBDUSA.com
✅ Knife Skills
✅ Karambit Concepts
✅ Takedowns
✅ Flow Drills
✅ Tactical Movement
✅ All Experience Levels Welcome
Train the art, improve your skill.
#SSBD #Silat #Karambit #KnifeDefense #KnifeTraining #PortlandOregon #MartialArts #SelfDefense #SilatTraining #SSBDUSA
🔪⚡ KNIFE & KARAMBIT TRAINING IN PORTLAND ⚡🔪
What makes Silat different?
It`s not just about the blade.
It`s about positioning. Timing. Control. Takedowns.
Join us for a 3-Day SSBD Seminar and discover how knife and karambit training integrates with movement, entries, sweeps, takedowns, and practical application.
📍 Portland, OR
📅 August 7–9
🌐 SSBDUSA.com
✅ Knife Skills
✅ Karambit Concepts
✅ Takedowns
✅ Flow Drills
✅ Tactical Movement
✅ All Experience Levels Welcome
Train the art, improve your skill.
#SSBD #Silat #Karambit #KnifeDefense #KnifeTraining #PortlandOregon #MartialArts #SelfDefense #SilatTraining #SSBDUSA
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🐅 Harimau (Tiger) Takedowns are found in many Southeast Asian martial arts systems. The key is not just the takedown itself—but creating an opening through distraction, timing, and positioning before executing the technique. 👊
🔥 For the first time in Baton Rouge, Louisiana! 🔥
Join us for Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD) — one of the world`s most respected and effective Silat systems.
Experience authentic Silat training under a proven curriculum. Whether you`re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, everyone is welcome.
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
Topics Covered:
🟢 Knife Defense Concepts
🟢 Machete Fundamentals & Concepts
🟢 Flexible Weapons Training
🟢 Timing, Flow & Positional Control
🟢 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
Don`t miss this rare opportunity to train, learn, and experience the art of SSBD in Louisiana!
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #KnifeDefense #Takedowns #MartialArts #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #LouisianaMartialArts #Seminar #MaulMornie #SSBDUSA #Harimau #SilatTraining #CombatSkills
🐅 Harimau (Tiger) Takedowns are found in many Southeast Asian martial arts systems. The key is not just the takedown itself—but creating an opening through distraction, timing, and positioning before executing the technique. 👊
🔥 For the first time in Baton Rouge, Louisiana! 🔥
Join us for Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD) — one of the world`s most respected and effective Silat systems.
Experience authentic Silat training under a proven curriculum. Whether you`re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, everyone is welcome.
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
Topics Covered:
🟢 Knife Defense Concepts
🟢 Machete Fundamentals & Concepts
🟢 Flexible Weapons Training
🟢 Timing, Flow & Positional Control
🟢 Takedowns & Off-Balancing Strategies
🌐 www.ssbdusa.com
Don`t miss this rare opportunity to train, learn, and experience the art of SSBD in Louisiana!
#SSBD #Silat #SilatSuffianBelaDiri #KnifeDefense #Takedowns #MartialArts #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #LouisianaMartialArts #Seminar #MaulMornie #SSBDUSA #Harimau #SilatTraining #CombatSkills
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⚡️PORTLAND • AUGUST 7–9⚡️
Train directly with SSBD Team during a special 3-Day Silat Suffian Bela Diri Seminar.
Explore the principles behind:
🔥 Takedowns
🔥 Sweeps
🔥 Striking Integration
🔥 Tactical Movement
🔥 Control & Positioning
Three days of intensive training, learning, and hands-on application.
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9, 2026
👊 Open to all levels.
🎟 Secure your spot at SSBDUSA.com
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⚡️PORTLAND • AUGUST 7–9⚡️
Train directly with SSBD Team during a special 3-Day Silat Suffian Bela Diri Seminar.
Explore the principles behind:
🔥 Takedowns
🔥 Sweeps
🔥 Striking Integration
🔥 Tactical Movement
🔥 Control & Positioning
Three days of intensive training, learning, and hands-on application.
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9, 2026
👊 Open to all levels.
🎟 Secure your spot at SSBDUSA.com
#SSBD #Silat #MaulMornie #PortlandOregon #MartialArts #SelfDefense #Seminar #Training #ssbdusa
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🔪 Control the weapon.
⚡ Break the balance.
💥 Finish with the takedown.
Experience the unique approach of Silat Suffian Bela Diri at our upcoming Baton Rouge seminar.
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
✅ Knife Defense
✅ Takedowns
✅ Close-Range Entries
✅ Practical Silat Principles
Train authentic Bruneian Silat and discover how structure, timing, and positioning work together under pressure.
🔥 Spots are limited.
🌐 Register at: ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #KnifeDefense #Takedown #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #MartialArts #BruneianSilat #MartialArtsSeminar #Training #ssbdusa #maulmornie
🔪 Control the weapon.
⚡ Break the balance.
💥 Finish with the takedown.
Experience the unique approach of Silat Suffian Bela Diri at our upcoming Baton Rouge seminar.
📍 Baton Rouge, LA
📅 July 31 – August 2, 2026
✅ Knife Defense
✅ Takedowns
✅ Close-Range Entries
✅ Practical Silat Principles
Train authentic Bruneian Silat and discover how structure, timing, and positioning work together under pressure.
🔥 Spots are limited.
🌐 Register at: ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #KnifeDefense #Takedown #SelfDefense #BatonRouge #MartialArts #BruneianSilat #MartialArtsSeminar #Training #ssbdusa #maulmornie
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One kick. One takedown.
In SSBD, kicks aren`t just strikes.
They create opportunities to break balance, control the
opponent, and finish with a takedown.
🔥 Sweeps & Takedowns
🔥 Knife & Kerambit
🔥 Authentic SSBD Training
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9
Train with martial artists from different backgrounds
and experience authentic Silat Suffian Bela Diri.
🔗 Register now at ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #Portland #PortlandOregon #MartialArts
#SelfDefense #Takedown #KickTakedown #Sweeps
#Kerambit #KnifeTraining #SilatTraining #ssbdusa
#maulmornie
One kick. One takedown.
In SSBD, kicks aren`t just strikes.
They create opportunities to break balance, control the
opponent, and finish with a takedown.
🔥 Sweeps & Takedowns
🔥 Knife & Kerambit
🔥 Authentic SSBD Training
📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 August 7–9
Train with martial artists from different backgrounds
and experience authentic Silat Suffian Bela Diri.
🔗 Register now at ssbdusa.com
#SSBD #Silat #Portland #PortlandOregon #MartialArts
#SelfDefense #Takedown #KickTakedown #Sweeps
#Kerambit #KnifeTraining #SilatTraining #ssbdusa
#maulmornie
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You will then get redirected to the SSBD study group leader near you.
Contact the leader for that state directly for more information.
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Here are a couple of the questions we get asked the most.
Silat Suffian Bela Diri is a traditional family Silat martial art from Brunei, led by Cikgu Maul Mornie.
This unique style emphasizes practicality, adaptability, and effectiveness. Its legacy draws from ancient blade tactics used by Malay warriors. To read more about it please click here.
Look at this page here, which will explain the options for training with us.
No prior experience is necessary to start training with SSBD. Our online and in-person classes cater to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Maul Mornie is the head of the system.
Underneath we have regional leaders for each continent.
For each state in the USA ,we have an appointed study group leader.
That is all.
All our classes are online and a live camera being on, is required.
We do not allow any recording during those live sessions, failure to comply will have you removed from the online class.
Going forward, we will slowly start to sell videos of our curriculum online.
But the regular online classes are mainly live. We do now and then post recorded material viewable for 48 h .
We want people to interact in the online live trainings and not just watch.
We welcome students of all ages, typically starting from age 16 and up.
We do not have any material catered to ages below that at this time.
Yes, we offer 1 online trial class to our monthly subscription.
Please contact us at contact@ssbdusa.com to schedule a trial online class.