The Katana is the heart and soul of the school with its advanced maneuvering techniques. The Katana training is divided into eight levels with three, main sections:

• • • • • • • • • • • • Activation 
                      • Unfolding Of The Wings
                      • Bird Of Prey 

This school is based on super-conditioning training for lightning fast, flexible and powerful strikes, with advanced strike-counter-strike training. Class sessions include: in-depth demonstrations, explanations and document handouts to keep in a personal, training binder.

Class sessions are divided into three main sections: 

• Kihon consists of conditioning through specialized sword maneuvering which specially prepares the MKA student for Kata & Tatakau. This type of conditioning is unique in its nature requiring consistent, daily training.

• Kata is a chain of movements linked together in a formalized manner for both solo & partner training. It must be diligently trained upon to reveal its true nature.

• Tatakau trains the student in self-defense application through partner-drills. It includes concepts unique to the The Modern Katana Academy. Training in realistic, combat drills is not dependent on any specific weapon, but the internal understanding of what takes place in a physical interaction. This can include both multiple weapon and empty-hand drills.