The International Stunt Academy offers an exclusive and action packed 5-day Blade Fighting (Lvls-1-3) Workshop for Screen Fighters and Fight Choreographers, in partnership with
Nick 'The Blade' Khan. 

Nick's pedigree in this field is beyond question. We actually dare anyone to pickup a knife and test him! Nick is ex-British Army, specialised in blade fighting and edged weapons (real world and adapted for screenfighting / stage combat).

Alongside teaching his own bladefighting style 'Soldier X', which Nick derived and developed from his Military service and combat training experiences, Nick's credits also include Acting, Action Design and Stunt Coordination for Features including Marvel Films and many TV series.  Nick's been a guest instructor at The ISA for over a year now and he's honestly one of the fastest knives you'll ever witness, but also most importantly a really great instructor!

During this course you'll learn and practice
  • Rapid Progression through Basic to Advanced Knife fighting techniques using a condensed version of Nick's SoldierX Training Programme
  • Blocks, returns and knife strips
  • Anatomy of Attack: Slashes, cuts and Stabs
  • Defensive Techniques useful to extend Choreo's and keep the action razor sharp
  • Development of a Killer Choreography
  • One the final day you'll participate in a Previs which will be filmed. After the course you'll receive a short edited clip which you can use for your Acting / Stunt Reel 

This course is suited for beginners and professionals. Upon completion we will issue a Certificate of Completion. 

Next Dates: 
  • October 2023 (level 1)
  • Winter / Spring 2024 (Levels 2 +3)
Course Schedule
9am - 5pm with breaks for lunch and refreshments

​• Sunday: Travel to The ISA
   (nearest airport: Oslo. Nearest Rail: SKARNES)
• Monday: Intro, Course Induction and Blade Fighting
  Techniques
• Tuesday: Footwork & Blade blocks and strips (disarms)
• Wednesday: Advanced Bladefighting Techniques
• Thursday: Choreography for Previs
• Friday: Previs filming, course wrap up & departure

Course Fee: 12,000 NOK 

Accommodation @ The ISA: Self Catering Accommodation is available at The ISA @ 350 Nok per night, per person. This is for a single room with own private wash room. Cooking can be done in a shared kitchen. Hotels and AirBnB are available nearby. 
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Nick 'The Blade' Khan

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FAQ / Terms:
Public transport directly to the Academy is unavailable. Nearest Rail Station is Skarnes, taxi's are available. We can provide a pickup / drop off from the nearest station which must be booked in advance (400 NOK per person, each way). Safety First! Wire Work requires a mature and professional approach at all times. Unsafe behaviour or inability to follow procedure may result in you being unable to participate. No refunds will be given if you are unable to train and work safely.  All participants of ISA Courses choose to take part at their own risk and are required to sign a waiver before they perform their stunts. Non-Norwegian Citizens, on arrival, must present a copy of their Travel Insurance certificate which must include Health Cover.  The ISA accepts no responsibility for lost or damaged personal items. Any damage to our rooms or equipment will be charged at checkout and must be settled in full.  All fees are paid in advance to secure your booking.