Modern Kenjutsu is very different from Classical Kenjutsu in some very important respects. First, We don't expect you to get into a swordfight outside of class times. In modern society this is an extremely uncommon occurance. However the same techniques you'd use to avoid or block a sword are the same as you'd to avoid a tire iron or baseball bat. Second, We respect and include modern weapons, They were invented for a reason. Third, the focus is on surviving rather then killing or dying for your Lord. Modern Kenjutsu has been blended carefully with styles from other lands and times as it has evolved into it's current form. These techniques are designed to be used with whatever you have at hand against whatever the opponent has coming at you. A very large portion of these techniques have been tested/used in real life in modern day situations.

Handling(use and defense from) the following:

Knife

Short(2-3') stick

Sword

Jo(4' stick)

Firearms (handguns by default, others by request or instructor's whim)

Pick-up / improvised weapons (Chains, Bottles, Pens, Toothbrushes, Rolled Magazines, etc..)

Other weapons can be covered upon request.

Combat Maneuvers & Fighting

Items required(to be acquired over time): Black Judo Gi, Padded gloves(optional, but helpful, ask for recommendations), Wooden Tanto & Bokken(very important), Jo, Bo, Escrima, Katana, Baseball Bat.

(packages available) (optional: Shinai & Kendo armor if you wish to Spar as you progress to higher levels)
Sparring starts out gradually, almost like a game of tag, requiring only a touch as you work on your reflexes, until you reach more advanced levels where you can expect to incorporate more complex strategies, disarms, punches, kicks, throws & locks.