DFS

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Desert Fox Style (DFS) is a specialist art from Algeria, designed by well known martial arts teacher, Sami Remili. Since DFS's inception in 2011, LCTKD has been involved with its development in Algeria, and it has gained recognition in countries around the world.

DFS stands for "Desert Fox Style," taking Algeria's desert fox as not only its emblem, but its inspiration. Inspired by life in the desert which engulfs most of Algeria, the style is fast and effective, designed to fight with the maximum efficiency through the minimum effort.

It is a no-frills system characterised by very fast techniques, but it is more than just an efficient self defence style. DFS has a broad syllabus which brings together training influenced by different arts into a coherent whole, and has a strong philosophy of discipline and personal development.

Master Remili developed DFS without the resources that many of us take for granted. In a poor neighbourhood in a poor city in a poor country, he involved community members and organisations in providing space and time, and growing an interest through community based teaching in local spaces. It is truly forged in the desert heat, and embodies the spirit of dedication and community which is at the heart of LCTKD's own ethos.

Take some time to learn more about DFS in this fascinating video explanation.