About ISDF
International Self-Defense Federation
Our Mission
The International Self-Defense Federation (ISDF) exists to promote, standardize, and elevate self-defense as a global discipline — one rooted in safety, respect, education, and personal empowerment. Our mission is to make self-defense training accessible, ethical, and culturally inclusive in every part of the world.
We believe that self-defense is not only a skill — it is a human right, a social tool, and a path to personal freedom.
Who We Are
Founded by martial arts leader and educator Iman Amirmohammadi, ISDF brings together instructors, academies, institutions, and security professionals under a unified global banner. Our network spans over countries, providing training, certification, and guidance in modern, traditional, and tactical self-defense systems.
We serve:
Government & law enforcement institutions
Civilian training academies
Youth and school-based programs
Women’s and vulnerable population empowerment initiatives
What We Do ;
✅ Certify instructors, academies, and self-defense systems under global ethical standards
✅ Host international seminars, instructor camps, and awareness events
✅ Support youth programs, public safety partnerships, and anti-violence campaigns
✅ Provide professional development, guidelines, and educational resources
✅ Promote non-violent, lawful, and culturally adaptable defense training
Our Core Values
Respect for human rights and local cultures
Safety-first principles in every technique and system
Education over aggression
Inclusion across age, gender, and ability
Global unity through personal empowerment
Our Global Reach
ISDF works with:
National federations and martial arts councils
NGOs, schools, and humanitarian networks
Police, military, and security professionals
Cultural and athletic ministries
Join the ISDF Movement
Whether you’re a certified instructor, school administrator, community leader, or simply passionate about empowering others — we invite you to join the ISDF community.
“Defending yourself is not a privilege. It’s a basic right we’re here to protect.”
— Iman Amirmohammadi,
Founder & President of ISDF
We believe in bridging tradition and modernity — offering both civilian-oriented self-defense systems and professional
tactical programs that meet the needs of 21st-century societies.
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