Krav Maga is a self-defense system that emphasizes practical techniques for real-life situations. Central to this discipline is the powerful mantra, “Train More…Fear Less!”—a philosophy rooted in the belief that consistent training fosters confidence and capability, reducing fear and anxiety in potentially violent encounters.
The book “On Combat” written by Lt. Col. Dave Grossman can be a valuable resource for Krav Maga students as it provides insights into the psychology of violence and how it affects the body and mind. In addition, Cooper’s Color Code, which is discussed in the book, can be an essential tool for mental awareness and preparedness.
LEVEL 6 Curriculum HandgunsBasic Handgun Defense PrinciplesBasic Gun Threat from Front (Dead-Side Option)Basic Gun Threat from Front “Cupping” Defense (Live-Side Option)Gun Threat with Shirt Grab (Centerline)Gun Threat with Shirt Grab (Short Side to Left)Gun Threat with Hand at Chest (Space for Redirection)Gun Threat with Hand at Chest (No Space for Redirection)Gun Threat with Push (Short…
KRAV MAGA INFO The Krav Maga System Krav Maga has a worldwide reputation as being an ideal means of defending one’s life or the life of a third party, whether the threat involves unarmed assailants, armed assailants, or multiple assailants. The Krav Maga system has received exceptional international recognition as the leading modern-day innovative and highly…
ETKM Goals for each Training Level of Krav MagaLEVEL ONE (Yellow Belt)Striking and Movement – basic striking for self defense (straight punches, elbows, knees, kicks); basic stance and movementControl – Head and Neck control, Arm Drag, Duck UnderSelf Defense – Defend against basic chokes and rear headlock, Basic punch defense against straight and haymaker punches, Defense against basic takedownsGround —…
In an analysis, 482 firearms self-defense incidents were examined. All involved the use of firearms by private citizens in self defense or defense of others. No law enforcement related incidents were included.
TOOL DEVELOPEMENTWhile developing an unarmed combative s arsenal, it’s important to understand that your ENTIRE body is comprised of useful tools. Training with no limitations, IE reality based personal protection, should encompass ALL of the tools available to you. However, bear in mind that not every strike is a debilitating knockout blow. For example, using…
If someone attacked your family, would you be an asset or a liability? If the unthinkable happened, and a criminal stood in front of you threatening to harm the people you love most, would you know what to do? We thought about starting this article with statistics on crime in East Texas, but this isn’t really about other people being…
The Roots of the Krav Maga system The founder of Krav Maga Imrich “Imi” Lichtenfeld (1910-1998) RIP.. Imi was born in Budapest, Hungary and raised in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. His father Samuel was a professional wrestler, weight lifter and performed displays of strength in a circus. After his work in the circus, Samuel opened a wrestling club and…
Overcoming Fear: How Not to Freeze“Every man is scared in his first action…the real hero is the man who fights even though he’s scared. Some get over their fright in a minute under fire; others take an hour; for some it takes days; but a real man will never let the fear of death overpower…” -General George Patton There are people…