jiko [self] shugyo [training]

kakugo [determined] - hard training, strong mind

Self-Training class is a time-honored practice in traditional martial arts, allowing students to refine their techniques, strengthen their spirit, and deepen their connection to the art. Without direct instruction, practitioners can focus on kata, drills, and conditioning at their own pace, embodying the discipline and perseverance that lie at the heart of true mastery. Through dedication and self-reflection the soul is polished like a mirror as one hones themselves through self-training.