Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. Details All students will receive a certificate of completion they can download or print out.
Dexterity Drill User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. The Dexterity Drill teaches you to shift from Forward grip to Reverse grip and back utilizing indexing as well as twirling to get around barriers. All students will receive a
Modular Hubud User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. It highly suggested that you also complete the Switch Points course, and the Close 2 Matrix for reference. Traditional Hubud was said to develop sensitivity, but in real, why would
Closed 2 Matrix User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. It is highly suggested that Decision Points and Switch Points be completed as well. Closed position is based on trapping. What GM Frank calls Closed 2 Matrix teaches how to
Stirring User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. It is highly suggested that you also take the Decision Points and Switch point courses for better clarity. Stirring is what can happen between a Decision Point and a Switch
Open & Closed Umbrella Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. Umbrella, as opposed to a roof block, is about making sure your hand is not in front of your blade, putting yourself into a position where you could accidentally cut
5-2-4 User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: At a minimum 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12 should be completed. It is highly suggested that all 3 core modules be completed before starting. GM Frank considers 5-2-4 a sub-core module. It is a
Biomechanical Shutdown Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. Biomechanical Shutdown is about legal and responsible cutting. If you are in a self-defense situation, it is more appropriate to take a limb out of a fight, than to slice
Basic Switch Points User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. When you encounter an obstruction with a movement, you may have to switch direction to be able to follow through with your technique. In this course, Bram Frank will show
Decision Points User Certification
Prerequisite Courses: 1-4-12 and one of the other 2 core modules, either 1-2-2 or 2-3-12. Decision Points are the connecting threads between modules. For example, from a 1, you can either go low and feed a 4 or go high