Sensei Takahashi holds four Special Training sessions each year. Special Training sessions are three hour classes where Sensei Takahashi focuses on specific areas of karate such as kata, kumite, weapons, or mastering the basics.

All active purple, brown, and black belts sixteen years and older are encouraged to participate. Students preparing to test are required to participate in Special Training sessions. The Special Training promotion requirements are as follows:

Promotion to Purple Belt 2 Stripes — 1 Special Training session required.
Promotion to Brown Belt 1 Stripe — 2 Special Training sessions required.
Promotion to Brown Belt 2 Stripes —2 Special Training sessions required.
Promotion to Brown Belt 3 Stripes —2 Special Training sessions required.
Promotion to Shodan  ( Black Belt) —3 Special Training sessions required.