FAQ - Krav Maga Self Defence

How Can I Start?

It’s simple. Join us for a class.

Starting is really simple.

Come to any of our Krav Maga sessions as shown in our schedule to participate in your first class.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start training?

“It’s simple, just come to one of our classes.”

Starting is really simple. Come to any of our Krav Maga sessions as shown in our schedule to participate in your first class.

If you are still thinking about starting you are more than welcome to come along and watch a class or talk to an Instructor.

We recommend joining in. We have a great culture and you’ll see this after your first session.

There are plenty of people just like you training and Instructors and higher graded students are always willing to help you out if needed.

Fitness is NOT an issue

“Be the best you can be.”

Anyone can train Krav Maga. Our student base ranges from children to seniors. We do not expect any of our students to have a high degree of physical fitness.

The intensity of the class is scaled according to the fitness level of our students. We’re here to train self defence first. Don’t be discouraged – through training Krav Maga, you will learn self-defence and the fitness you will develop synergises with your Krav Maga training.

We also offer fitness classes that provide opportunities to develop your striking, endurance and mental fortitude even further.

Women train in Krav Maga

“Women are welcome in our classes.”

The motivation for women to learn self defence is to defend themselves against attacks primarily perpetrated by a male.

This can only really be achieved by having a male simulate an attack. Some classes may have drills that involve grabbing and lifting.

Anyone can opt out of part of training at any time – no questions asked (other than to ensure you are OK).

Be assured that we take a strong stance against ANY form of sexual harassment.

If this still seems quite intimidating, we also offer women’s only seminars on a regular basis, these workshops are run by our fully qualified female instructors in a separate setting from any of the male students in the class.To keep informed when these workshops are on, then join our mailing list or follow us on social media: Instagram, Facebook or Twitter

Getting the best progress

“Students training twice a week at a minimum yield great results.”

Students find that training a minimum of two nights a week in class, generally yields the best results for retaining knowledge and adequate rest time.

Based on your membership plan, you may still be able to train as many times as you like during the week.

We take safety very seriously

“Student safety is a top priority of the system.”

By nature, training in self defence or martial arts always bears a risk of injury.

Our students are required to acquire a mouth guard and groin guard as a minimum for training.

Other protective gear (shin and head protection etc.) is available for order through our school.

Contact during training

“We aim for a balance between realism and safety.”

There will be some light contact, (which we call marking) but not for new students.

This ensures that they are not intimidated and protects the safety of others, as new students may not yet possess good control.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The list to the right contains questions asked by students prior to starting Krav Maga.

We’ve compiled these questions and answers below to address any concerns that you may have.

If you feel like your question is not here, feel free to contact us via the form below

We’ll endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible.

How do I begin?

Starting is really simple.

All you need to do is to come to any of our Krav Maga sessions as shown in our schedule for you to participate in your first class. If you are still thinking about starting you are more than welcome to come along and watch a class or talk to an Instructor. However, we would recommend joining in. There are plenty of people just like you training and Instructors and higher graded students are always willing to help you out if needed. We have a great culture and you’ll see this after your first session.

I’m not very fit. Is this going to be an issue?

No! We do not expect any of our students to have a high degree of physical fitness. We scale the intensity of the class up or down depending on the level of fitness our students have.

It certainly does help if you do have some degree of fitness as some of the drills can be quite physically demanding, but don’t be discouraged. We’re here to train self defence first. The physical fitness that you WILL achieve is mainly a by-product.

Is the training suitable for women?

Yes. Women train in Krav Maga worldwide and are most welcome in any of our classes. In fact, depending on which session and location you choose, you may be taught by some of the highest graded women in the country.

However it is important that they note that some of the classes can be quite physical and have some confrontation and drills which may involve grabbing and lifting. Be assured that we take a strong stance against ANY form of sexual harassment. Generally, the specific motivation for women to learn self defence is the capability to defend themselves against attack by a male. This can only really be achieved by having a male simulate an attack. Anyone can opt out of part of training at any time – no questions asked (other than to ensure you are OK). If this still seems quite intimidating , we also offer women’s only seminars on a regular basis, these workshops are run by our fully qualified female instructors in a separate setting from any of the male students in the class. To keep informed when these workshops are on, then join our mailing list or follow us on social media.

What should I wear?

Students can wear the Krav Maga uniform (black pants with Krav Maga T-shirt). However, you are free to train in other (suitable) attire if you feel the need. Note that, as this is a street defence system, there will be occasions when alternate forms of dress will be required, e.g. wearing jackets or overcoats so students become accustomed to training in attire worn in winter. The instructor will advise this prior to the time required.

Do I need to wear safety gear?

By nature, training in self defence or martial arts always bears a risk of injury. Students are required to acquire a mouth guard and groin guard as a minimum for training. These, along with other safety equipment, are available for order through the school. Safety of the student is a key concern of the system.

Is there any contact in the training?

There will be some light contact, (which we call marking) but not for new students. This ensures that they are not intimidated and protects the safety of others, as new students may not yet possess good control. We try to strike a balance between realism and safety.

How often should I be training?

Students find that training a minimum of two nights a week generally yields the best results for retaining knowledge and adequate rest time.

You are still free to train as many times as you like during the week.

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How Can I Start?

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start training?

Fitness is NOT an issue

Women train in Krav Maga

Getting the best progress

We take safety very seriously

Contact during training

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Frequently Asked Questions

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