Okami Ryu

Okami Ryu (Japanese: 狼流, “Wolf Style”) is a hybrid martial arts system created by Sunni Rasshad Jahbari (also known as Scotty Chickens and Kali Uman). The system was developed during his incarceration in the United States and is characterized by its emphasis on survival-based combat, adaptability, and accelerated training methods.

Founder

Sunni Rasshad Jahbari

Also known as: Scotty Chickens, Kali Uman

Born: (October 28,1991)

Jahbari is an American martial artist, instructor, and artist. He is a 4th-degree black belt in Hapkido and later attained a 6th-degree black belt in Kali Silat (GT Arnis) under Alex Francisco.

His personal evolution is often described in three phases:

• Sunni Rasshad Jahbari – early life and foundational martial arts training
• Scotty Chickens – musical and artistic identity
• Kali Uman – martial arts master and founder of Okami Ryu

Early Life and Training

Jahbari began martial arts training at a young age under Hyginus Andrew, a 10th-degree black belt in Hapkido. Training reportedly took place between the ages of six and fifteen and emphasized discipline, small-group instruction, and practical application.

Artistic Career

Under the name Scotty Chickens, Jahbari developed a presence as a musical artist. His work is described as reflecting themes of struggle, survival, and personal experience, which later influenced the philosophical foundation of Okami Ryu.

Incarceration and Development of Okami Ryu

Okami Ryu was developed during Jahbari’s incarceration in the United States. While housed at Wasco State Prison in California, he trained with various practitioners, including individuals known as I3, Prince, Regal, Strife, Rocket, and Knight-Knight.

During this period, Jahbari focused on practical combat effectiveness, emphasizing techniques that could function under real-world conditions rather than controlled environments.

He was later extradited to Lee County Jail, Florida, in connection with a prior case. While there, he continued training and met several martial artists, including an MMA coach referred to as Fendle.

Influence of Alex Francisco

A significant influence on Okami Ryu was Alex Francisco, a Kali Silat practitioner with approximately 30 years of experience. Francisco served as Jahbari’s mentor (referred to as “Tohan”).

Under Francisco’s instruction, Jahbari reportedly completed approximately 15,000 hours of training, focusing on:

• Close-quarters combat (CQC)
• Weapons use and disarm techniques
• Adaptability and situational awareness

Before his death in April 2024, Francisco awarded Jahbari a 6th-degree black belt in Kali Silat (GT Arnis). His reported final statement, “Nosotros Creamos Lobos” (“We Create Wolves”), is cited as the inspiration for the name Okami Ryu.

System Overview

Okami Ryu is described as a hybrid martial arts system combining elements of:

• Hapkido
• Silat
• Arnis
• Muay Thai
• Dim Mak

Additional influences include Wushu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and American boxing.

The system is explicitly described as non-sport-oriented, focusing instead on real-world application, survival, and rapid incapacitation or escape.

Philosophy

The core philosophy of Okami Ryu is summarized by the principles:

• “Adapt, Flow, Overcome”
• “Growl first, never bark, then bite”

These principles emphasize awareness, de-escalation when possible, and decisive action when necessary.

Wolf Incubator Program

A defining feature of Okami Ryu is the Wolf Incubator Program, an intensive training model characterized by:

• 6 hours of training per day
• 7 days per week
• Approximately 2,184 hours per year

This is often contrasted with traditional martial arts training models, which average approximately 100–120 hours annually. The program is described as an accelerated system designed to compress long-term development into a shorter time frame.

Structure and Ranking

Practitioners of Okami Ryu are referred to as “wolves,” and the system emphasizes collective development within a “pack” structure.

A “Lone Wolf” is described as the equivalent of a black belt or advanced practitioner.

Certain techniques are reportedly restricted to trained members, including:

• “10 Punch”
• “10 Kick”
• “Wolf Step”
• “Sazon” (described as advanced hand-speed techniques)

Students and Reach

Jahbari has reportedly trained approximately 100 students. Notable students include:

• Junior “Lobo” Montes
• Ezekiel Rivera
• Thomas Mialie
• Anthony Ward
• Tony Tobias

The system is described as continuing to develop both within correctional institutions and in the general public.

Record and Claims

Jahbari is described as having an undefeated record of 22–0. Additional claims associated with the system include high-level physical performance metrics, such as advanced hand speed among top practitioners.

Legacy

Okami Ryu is presented as both a martial system and a personal philosophy shaped by adversity, combining elements of combat training, lived experience, and artistic expression. The identities of Sunni Rasshad Jahbari, Scotty Chickens, and Kali Uman are treated as interconnected aspects of the same individual’s development.