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General FAQ

Krav Maga is a highly practical and effective self-defence system developed for real-life situations. It emphasises instinctive movements, practical techniques, and realistic training scenarios to prepare individuals to defend themselves in various threatening situations.

Krav Maga training equips you with essential self-defence skills, regardless of your age, gender, or fitness level. It focuses on efficient and effective techniques that can be quickly learned and applied in real-world situations. Additionally, Krav Maga training helps build confidence, mental resilience, and situational awareness.

Absolutely! Krav Maga is designed for individuals with little or no prior martial arts experience. Our training programmes are tailored to cater to beginners, gradually introducing techniques, principles, and strategies to develop your skills over time. Our experienced instructors provide personalised guidance and support to ensure a safe and effective learning environment for all students.

Our Krav Maga classes are dynamic and engaging. Each class typically includes a warm-up, technique drills, partner exercises, and simulated self-defence scenarios. You will learn striking techniques, defensive manoeuvres, situational awareness, and ground defence, among other essential skills. Our instructors prioritise safety, proper form, and realistic training to enhance your self-defence capabilities.

The time required to become proficient in Krav Maga varies depending on individual dedication, consistent training, and practice. With regular attendance and focused effort, you can expect to see progress within a few months. Krav Maga is an ongoing journey, and continued training allows for further skill development and refinement.

Krav Maga is suitable for individuals of various ages and fitness levels. We welcome participants as young as 16 years old, provided they have the physical ability to engage in moderate physical activity. If you have any specific concerns about fitness or pre-existing conditions, we recommend consulting with a healthcare professional before starting training.

Consistency is key to progress in Krav Maga. We recommend attending classes at least two times per week to see a noticeable improvement in your skills and fitness level. However, we understand that schedules may vary, so we offer flexible class options to accommodate your availability.

Aside from self-defence skills, Krav Maga offers numerous benefits. It improves physical fitness, strength, flexibility, and coordination. It also enhances mental resilience, discipline, and self-confidence. Krav Maga training fosters a supportive community atmosphere, where you can meet like-minded individuals and build lasting friendships.

To begin your training, comfortable workout attire, such as a t-shirt, athletic pants, and supportive footwear, is recommended. As you progress, additional protective gear such as mouthguards, groin protection, and shin guards may be required for specific drills and sparring. Our instructors will provide guidance on the appropriate equipment as you advance in your training.

No previous martial arts experience is required. Krav Maga is a stand-alone system that does not rely on other martial arts backgrounds. Our classes are designed to teach you the necessary skills from scratch, regardless of your prior experience.

No. We believe in providing flexibility to our members. We offer flexible programme options, allowing you to choose what works best for you. There are no fixed-term contracts or commitments, but we encourage consistency and dedication for optimal results.

The cost of our Krav Maga classes can vary depending on the training programme and duration you choose. We offer several affordable options tailored to meet different budgets and training needs, you can get started for free. Please contact us directly so we can advise you based on your individual needs.

To get started, simply visit our website at www.kravmagasomerset.co.uk and navigate to the “Classes” section. You can find information about our class schedules, locations, and registration details. We offer introductory sessions and trial classes to help you experience Krav Maga first-hand before committing to regular training.

Junior FAQ

Krav Maga training equips children with essential self-defence skills, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. It focuses on efficient and effective techniques that can be quickly learned and applied in real-world situations. Additionally, Krav Maga training helps build confidence, mental resilience, and situational awareness.

Our Krav Maga classes are dynamic and engaging. Each class typically includes a warm-up, technique drills, partner exercises, and simulated self-defence scenarios. Your child will learn striking techniques, defensive manoeuvres, situational awareness, and ground defence, among other essential skills. Our instructors prioritize safety, proper form, and realistic training to enhance your self-defence capabilities.

Absolutely! Krav Maga is designed for children with little or no prior martial arts experience. Our training programme is tailored to cater to beginners, gradually introducing techniques, principles, and strategies to develop your skills over time. Our experienced instructors provide personalised guidance and support to ensure a safe and effective learning environment for all students.

While Krav Maga can be learned by individuals of various ages, we typically recommend a minimum age of 7 years old for our children’s classes to ensure the participant’s safety and ability to comprehend the techniques taught in our classes.

Krav Maga is suitable for children of various ages and fitness levels. We welcome participants as young as 7 years old, provided they have the physical ability to engage in moderate physical activity. If you have any specific concerns about fitness or pre-existing conditions, we recommend consulting with a healthcare professional before starting training.