Modern Kenjutsu

About Modern Kenjutsu

Since 2000, Philadelphia School of Modern Kenjutsu and Aikijujutsu has been teaching a modern, practical self-defense focused martial arts style. We focus on creating a complete, well-balanced fighter because we believe the test of a fighter is in how well you can protect yourself. Modern Kenjutsu is about training the mind and body to readiness in the modern world through the use of pragmatism, real life senarios, and focus.

What makes us unique?

Our students are more interested in learning a solid, effective fighting style than earning the next belt rank.

We teach combat based on the reality of fighting, not the rules of the ring.

Modern Kenjutsu doesn't use strange energies, chi or mysticism - only proven techniques performed empty-handed or with weapons that can be found anywhere.

We are not a commercial, franchise school. Class sizes are small to guarantee personalized instruction.

Students are not forced to spend years learning kata before the 'hidden techniques' are taught. You start learning usable techniques from day one.

The fighting system has been developed over the Head Instructor's 30 years experience in the martial arts, spent learning and de-constructing various fighting styles. It includes the most effective attacks as well as counters against the most commonly seen attacks and defenses. This system is routinely refined and adjusted to reflect the realities of modern day attackers.