Krav Maga is a self-defence system and combat method originally developed for the Israeli military. It focuses on practical, real-world fighting skills, especially for situations like assaults, weapon threats, and multiple attackers.
Krav Maga was originally developed by Hungarian-born Israeli martial artist Imi Lichtenfeld. Having grown up in Bratislava during a time of antisemitic unrest, Lichtenfeld used his training as a boxer and wrestler to defend Jewish neighborhoods against attackers in the mid-to-late 1930s, becoming an experienced street fighter. After his immigration to Mandatory Palestine in the late 1940s, he began to provide lessons on combat training to Jewish paramilitary groups that would later form the IDF during the 1948 Palestine war. As an instructor, he compiled his knowledge and experience into the combat system that would later become known as Krav Maga. This system would continue to be taught long after he left the IDF.
Yes — Krav Maga can be effective, but its effectiveness depends heavily on training quality, realism, and the practitioner.
If trained realistically, Krav Maga can be one of the most practical civilian self-defence systems.
Here at Real world Krav Maga our onis is on realsitic training for our ever changing world. and our aim is to provide you with all the tools you need to be safe, be confident and inprove your fitness doing it.
Anyone can train Krav Maga—you don’t need any previous martial arts experience. Beginners, and people of almost any age can start. No matter your fitness level or physical ability.
At Real World Krav Maga, you will be welcomed and made to feel like your are part of the RWKM family from the start. Everyone in the class will learn the same techniques whether its your first class or you've been training for years.
No matter your experience, everyone had a first class once. All Egos are left at the door and everyone is there for the same thing. You may be nervous when you first arrive but with support and the encouragement of your peers, and great instruction, you will be counting down till your next class.
Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes, such as trainers, to allow for movement and safety. Bring plenty of water and your fighting attitude.
No - You can start your Krav Maga journey what ever fitness level. Every one deserves the right to be able to protect themselves.