Krav Maga San Diego, Inc.

I first attended Krav Maga San Diego to learn some practical defensive techniques and to have a good workout. However, what I got out of KMSD is beyond my expectation. The instructors really helped shape the class to train with discipline and dedication, how to react in a fast paced situation which requires immediate decision, how to get out of a messy situation with not only a fighting spirit but also a calm mind to analyze the surroundings. Attending the class saved me from a bad situation when I was attacked by two or three drunk people in a club. They surrounded me and I felt a headlock from behind. I didn't have time to think, but a quick flashback helped my muscles get moving and react in time. I managed to get away from the headlock, push the man away, and run from the situation. And that flashback came from the training I did in KMSD. I am very grateful for the experience which saved me from a beating and potentially more.

If you want "no bullshit, straight-to-the-point" Krav Maga training, look no further. There's a lot of McDojo-type places that teach Tae Bo-style Krav Maga "fitness" that's more suited for soccer moms to work a sweat, and that's cool if you're into that. But if you want to learn the proper techniques to handle yourself in the sort of encounters no one ever wants to find themselves in, KMSD is the school for you. You won't be coddled, and they don't hand out belts/patches just for your tenure, you have to earn the right to advance, and the criteria for that is strict. There is a reason Law Enforcement and Military train here. The instructors are highly professional, and will work hard to ensure you "get it." They're also very flexible with your schedule and the school itself is reasonably priced. It's worth noting that while everyone takes class very seriously, the overall vibe is a positive one. Everyone is friendly, driven and wants to ensure everyone succeeds. There's no ego. Just good ol' hardcore Krav Maga training. And sure, you're gonna burn some calories in the process.

Seven years after I left San Diego, I still make it a point to always make time to stop by and train with Dana and his team of instructors every time I am in town. Krav Maga San Diego, Inc has over 27 continuous years of offering top notch self defense to San Diegans. As a visiting instructor, I myself always welcome an opportunity to become a student once again and train to sharpen my skills in self-defense. Highly recommended!

I have trained with Krav Maga San Diego for over two years and couldn't be happier. I used these skills recently when a homeless man attacked my friend and I in the Gaslamp. He came out of nowhere and sprayed mace directly into my friend's face, but I quickly turned the tide and sent the attacker running (and bleeding). KMSD training starts from zero and builds your skills in an organized way; no starting in the middle. The program is designed for serious training in real life self defense scenarios, period. Classes are taught inside, outside, at the beach, in the ocean, in street clothes, with the lights off, loud music, knives, guns, sticks, sand in the face, bag over the head, talking/texting on a cell phone, hot coffee (actually warm water) to the face, multiple attacker drills, active shooter/stabber scenarios, full contact fighting, and on and on. While we do have a lot of fun in class (because sparring and wrestling are inherently fun), that is not the point of class. If you want to learn a new sport there are plenty of options out there. If you want to learn to defend yourself against pretty much any real world attack that might come your way, check out KMSD.

I sent the following letter to Krav Maga San Diego after we received an encouraging email regarding my son Will's training ...: Dana: We appreciate your encouragement. I am very grateful Will and I can participate in your program. On the way home last night Will and I were talking about you. We agreed you truly care for each student and want to make sure we are each as prepared as possible for what might be before us. You have a developed a well balanced program; it is both physically and mentally challenging, the classroom is serious but there is a sense of levity (like on Halloween when Wondergirl was sparing with the Banana), there is variety of special training but also repetition of the basics, you balance the instructor to student ratio well, there is always someone watching, and your fee structure makes it very affordable. But over and above all of that, what I appreciate most is getting to do it with Will. This is developing his character and mental and physical strength. He is handling it well ... he is proud to show his Mom his weekly bruises. Eddie