About

Meet Your Team

BIOGRAPHY

Modern Ronin Academy, based in South Miami, Florida, was forged by Shihan Anthony Medina and Sensei Kevin Medina, two brothers raised in a martial arts family. With over 50 years of combined martial arts and tactical expertise, they bring a profound commitment to safety and empowerment. Our foundation is built on the principles of vigilance, professionalism, and discretion, cultivated through their extensive experience in both the private security sector and specialized training disciplines. The Medina brothers and the entire Modern Ronin team are dedicated to providing unparalleled peace of mind and equipping individuals, families, and organizations with the skills and strategies to navigate an ever-evolving world securely.

MISSION

At Modern Ronin Academy, our mission is twofold: to equip you with essential self-defense tactics and combatives skills to keep you safe in the modern world, while specializing in Elite Personal Protection, Private Event Security, and Celebrity Protection Services. We are dedicated to providing bespoke security solutions and comprehensive training that extends beyond the ordinary. Our core values revolve around proactive risk mitigation, discreet professionalism, and empowering our clients with the knowledge and confidence to protect what matters most. We believe true security is a blend of expert protection and personal preparedness.

THE METHOD

Our method at Modern Ronin Academy is comprehensive, adaptive, and client-centric. We begin with a thorough understanding of your unique security landscape, whether it's for personal safety, home defense, or high-profile protection needs.

We are committed to continuous professional development, ensuring our methods and training are always at the forefront of security best practices, providing you with valuable, life-saving techniques and peace of mind.

For our specialized protection services – Executive Protection, Private Event Security, and Celebrity Protection – our approach includes:

In-depth Threat and Risk Assessments: Meticulously identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats.
Customized Security Planning: Developing tailored strategies that integrate seamlessly with your lifestyle or event.
Discreet Protective Details: Providing highly trained and vetted personnel who operate with the utmost professionalism and confidentiality. Our agents, often comprised of former military, law enforcement, and first responders, possess advanced training in tactical operations, close protection, and crisis management.
Secure Logistics and Transportation: Ensuring safe movement and secure environments for individuals and groups.

For our training programs, we focus on practical, real-world application, covering:

Advanced Self-Defense & Combatives: Equipping you with effective techniques for real-world situations.
Firearms Training & Education: Including Concealed Carry (CCW/CWL), NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) training, and advanced tactical firearms for home defense.
NRA - Refuse to Be a Victim: Proactive strategies for personal safety and crime prevention.
Life-Saving Certifications: Offering First Aid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, CPR & AED, and Stop the Bleed training, crucial skills for any emergency.
Personalized In-Home Training: We offer the unique advantage of having 1 or more NRA Home Defense instructors come directly to your home or a location outside your home for personalized instruction and home security asset protection assessments.