Few words from our students
At AK UNIVERSITY, we are focusing on the needs of those looking to sharpen their knife-making skills.
Andreas is very helpful, knowledgeable, and easy to learn from
Coming into the class without any experience other than research, I had a great time and experience with Andreas. I really enjoyed not having [...]
An Incredible Depth of Knowledge, Practical Skills, and Artistic Freedom
I first joined AK University as a gift from my dad, and what started as excitement over a unique experience quickly turned into a deep [...]
From Curiosity to Craftsmanship: My Journey at AK UNIVERSITY
I work in an environment where I am constantly around knives of all kinds, and over time, I became increasingly interested in their artistic aspects [...]
Andreas will tailor the class to your skill level
The knife-making class at AK Studios will catapult your skills forward by years. Andreas will tailor the class to your skill level, and you will [...]
My journey at AK University has been transformative
At AK University, under the experienced and patient guidance of Andreas Kalani, I discovered a unique skill set I never knew I had - knife-making. [...]
An Unforgettable Experience at AK University
What initially sparked my interest in AK University was the diversity of knife-making classes and the instructors, some of whom I had seen on TV [...]
From Interest to Obsession: Broadening My Knife-Making Skills
As a full-time knife maker for the past year, I’ve been eager to learn from the best in the industry. When I discovered Andreas’ page [...]
AK UNIVERSITY was a gift from our wives—a special “father-son” experience
Taking a knife-making class at AK UNIVERSITY was a gift from our wives—a special “father-son” experience we’ll never forget. From the start, we were amazed [...]
I know it sounds cliché, but I truly loved the whole experience.
I started making knives about a year before I found Andreas’s class at AK UNIVERSITY. I had taken classes elsewhere but never really got the [...]
The learning environment at AKU struck a perfect balance between relaxed vibes and high productivity
I have been intrigued by the art of crafting knives for quite some time, but I lacked the guidance to begin. My desire was to [...]
Hands-On Learning That Transformed My Skills
I recently joined AK UNIVERSITY's knife-making class, inspired by the exceptional quality and artistry of Andreas Kalani’s knives I saw on YouTube. His dedication to [...]
AK University Took My Knifemaking Skills from Good to Exceptional
As a self-taught knifemaker, I reached a point where I knew I had to go back and properly learn the skills I had rushed through, [...]
Transformative Knife Making Experience at AK University
My experience at AK University was everything I hoped for and more. I discovered the school through Combat Abrasives, and the promise of one-on-one, private [...]
Andreas is an engaging and supportive teacher
My knife-making journey began with a desire to sharpen knives better, which led me to refurbish vintage Japanese chef knives. That started me making the [...]
Worked from raw materials to a fully finished knife
After searching for a way to build my knife-making skills, I was excited to discover AK UNIVERSITY—just an hour and a half away. I joined [...]
A Quest Ignited by Passion
As I embarked on my knife-making odyssey, AK University emerged as the beacon guiding my path. Amidst the plethora of options near LA, AK's meticulous [...]
I have already booked another class with Andreas
I have been a bladesmith hobbyist for about 1 year. All my knowledge was learned through good ole youtube, reading books, and blogs. I wanted [...]
All of my expectations were exceeded and then some
I have followed Andreas on social media for almost four years and have seen his amazing knife-making abilities, so when I saw he was offering [...]
Andreas is a true craftsman and artist and an even better instructor
My wife is a chef, and although I had no experience making knives, I got an itch to make a knife for her to use [...]
Andreas’s knowledge and teaching abilities where far beyond my expectations.
So, I took several knife classes in the past from a different school; I came across AK knives and thought I would give them a [...]
From Zero Skills to a Beautiful Blade
I’ve loved knives since I was a kid, but it wasn’t until I started hunting that I wanted to learn how to make my own. [...]
