a painting of a man holding a sword

“The true science of martial arts means practicing them in such a way that they will be useful at any time, and to teach them in a such a way that they will be useful in all things.” Miyamoto Musashi, The Book of Five Rings.

Hudson Valley Sword Academy Greenwood Lake branch Instructor

Sensei Andrei Ralko, Black Belt

Hudson Valley Sword Academy founder Raul Acevedo-Soke (left) with his student Andrei Ralko, Black Belt (right)

Andrei Ralko blindfold triple brake

Developed and performed by Andrei Ralko

Andrei Ralko Blindfold Triple Break practical purpose: self-defense technique against kidnappers

Andrei Ralko was trained in Taekwondo for over 20 years

Andrei Ralko tameshigiri practice