Shooto is a Mixed Martial Arts Organization in Japan especially known for it's fighters at or under 155 pounds, and a style practiced by those who compete in the organization. The name is a english spelling of the words Shu To which loosely translated means 'Learn Combat'. It was established in 1986 by Satoru Sayama, a former pro-wrestler and martial artist who wished to create a sport that revolved around a realistic and effective fighting system.

History

External link

• Fun video of Satoru Sayama and his students
• International Shooto Commission official website(Japanese)
• Shooto Japan official website(Japanese)
• Shooto USA official website
• Australia Shooto Commission official website
• Holland Shooto official website