He continued to grow as a martial artists, studying Modern Arnis and pressure points with George Mazek, a 4th degree black belt in Modern Arnis, however, it as his introduction and training with Grandmaster Remy A. Presas, founder and creator of Modern Arnis, that impacted Sensei Ken’s training immensely. Grandmaster Presas, know as ‘Professor’, promoted Ken Smith to the level of Master of Tapi-Tapi, the highest level of achievement in Modern Arnis. He continues to pass on Professor’s art, traveling all over the United States, France, England, Germany and Canada. Master Ken Smith is an active leader of the International Modern Arnis Federation.