One With Heart Martial Arts will be hosting
SILAT SUFFIAN BELA DIRI
featuring Guest Culture Bearer
Maul Mornie
Head of Silat Suffian Bela Diri
Maul Mornie is a highly respected practitioner with decades of experience, offering deep technical knowledge and cultural insight. SSBD USA is dedicated to preserving and promoting Filipino and Southeast Asian martial arts while fostering cross‑cultural exchange.
Day 1: Knife, Day 2: Karambit, Day 3: Sweeps & Takedowns
14.5 hours of instruction
Progressive, structured curriculum
Limited spots available!
All levels welcome
August 7 - 9, 2026
Early Bird Price through July 20:
3 Day: $300
2 Day: $235
1 Day: $125
Registration Price after July 20:
3 Day: $325
2 Day: $250
1 Day: $140
View our PHOTO GALLERY from the
2025 SSBD Seminar.
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This seminar will focus on
Knife
Karambit
Sweeps and Takedowns
Silat Suffian Bela Diri is a martial art that focuses primarily on bladed combat. In this art, practitioners learn how to effectively move, position themselves, and defend against an opponent wielding a blade.
Day 1: Knife
Day one will focus on Knife v. Knife, Knife v. Empty Hand, and Disarms.Day 2: Karambit
Day two will build off of the knife training, working with the unique properties of the Karambit.Day 3: Sweeps and Takedowns
Day 3 will feature off-balancing and takedowns from weapon engagement. -
REQUIRED: Training clothes, eye protection, groin protection, knee pads.
Training swords, machetes, and knives will be available for sale, along with SSBD and SSBD Oregon merchandise.
You can bring your own training weapons; NO LIVE WEAPONS ALLOWED.
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Friday, August 7 — 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday, August 8 — 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, August 9 — 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The seminar will be held at:
One With Heart Martial Arts
4231 SE Hawthorne Blvd
Portland OR, 97215 -
Attending all 3 days is recommended, but not required.
Early registration cost (through July 20):
1 day - $120
2 days - $235
3 days - $300
Regular registration cost (After July 20):
1 day - $140
2 days - $250
3 days - $325
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson – 7025 NE Alderwood Rd, Portland, OR 97218 – close to the airport, 6 miles from OWH
Marriot Downtown Waterfront – 1401 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97201 – 13 min drive from OWH
Hotel Grand Stark – 509 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214 – 12 min drive from OWH
AirBNBs – Look in Southeast Portland; Sunnyside and Hawthorne neighborhoods
Transport - Uber or buses are great options for getting around! Go to Trimet.org for information on PDX public trnasportation.
About Maul Mornie
“Hello, my name is Maul Mornie. I am originally from Brunei but was living in the UK for more than 20 years. Before moving back to Brunei again in 2019.
I am the founder of Silat Suffian Bela Diri (SSBD), a martial arts system that originates from Brunei. It has been taught openly and widely accepted around the world, attracting people of different ages, genders, and martial arts backgrounds.”
-Maul Mornie
About SSBD
SSBD, founded by Maul Mornie, has gained worldwide recognition and interest from martial artists of various backgrounds. The focus on the cultural aspects of Bruneian martial arts sets SSBD apart from other systems. The unique body mechanics and movement patterns in SSBD are a reflection of the Brunei way of life and the need to adapt to specific fighting environments.
By sharing and introducing the culture of Bruneian martial arts, Maul Mornie aims to preserve and promote this rich heritage. SSBD continues to attract individuals who are passionate about martial arts and who appreciate the significance of cultural influences in combat systems.