Mr. Matl's Judo is based on the classical style of Judo taught at the Kodokan Institute in Japan. In addition, his system includes recent technical improvements brought to Judo from other Martial Arts and competitive Judo.

Mr. Matl's system includes all of the techniques of classical Judo. His teaching emphasizes leg techniques, ground fighting, and techniques for unbalancing an opponent. His teaching stresses the principle of "minimum force, maximum efficiency" which makes his approach suitable for men, women, and children of all ages.

Mr. Matl's system is taught in an informal setting and emphasizes the use of safe practice techniques. While his is not a "competition school", Mr. Matl's students have enjoyed considerable success in recent competitions.