This list includes 1 martial art that starts with U, from “Uechi-Ryu” to “Uechi-Ryu”. Martial arts that start with U often have strong regional roots and practical self-defense uses.

Martial arts that start with U are specific fighting systems whose names begin with U and have distinct histories. Many come from East Asia; Uechi-Ryu, for example, blends Chinese kung fu and Okinawan traditions.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Focus, Founding period, and Notes.

Name: The official or common name of the style, so you can identify it quickly in searches and listings.

Origin: Country or region where the style developed, helping you understand its cultural and geographic background.

Focus: Primary emphasis like Striking, Grappling, or Hybrid, so you can match styles to your goals.

Founding period: Year, decade, or century when the style formed, giving you historical context and relative age.

Notes: Brief details on distinguishing features, lineage disputes, or common names, helping you decide what to research next.

Martial arts that start with U

NameCountry of OriginPrimary FocusFounded
Uechi-RyuJapanStrikingearly 20th century

Descriptions

Uechi-Ryu
Okinawan karate style influenced by Chinese White Crane and Tiger boxing; emphasizes body conditioning, close-range strikes and Sanchin kata. Founded by Kanbun Uechi and later codified by his son Kanei, notable for its hard-soft balance.
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