Best Way To Handle Violence? Cut It Off From The Start

How to Handle Violence I hope everyone is getting some socially distant outside time. The weather is beautiful, and the sunshine is great for getting some Vitamin D. Also, the 21 class challenge is still going, and I’m excited to add more names to the list of winners.    Unfortunately, the topic of the week […]

Covid-19 & Domestic Violence

I’m proud of everyone who completed the 21-day challenge; your most significant reward is already granted! Those who were able to accomplish 21 classes in 21 days have reported a difference in muscle tone and fitness level. Well done! I hope you all saw you were capable of a lot more training than you thought. […]

Active Shooter Training – Life-Saving Information

Active Shooter Training – Life-Saving Information

Active Shooter Training – Life-Saving Information What does it take to see a weapon pointed at you and react? Most people’s default response is to freeze. Would you know what to do? According to the Gun Violence Archive, 272 mass shooting incidents have already occurred in 2018, as of October. Active shooter situations are unpredictable […]

The First Time I Participated In An Active Shooter Training

The First Time I Participated In An Active Shooter Training

 Active Shooter Workshop at Krav Maga Experts: Student’s Review It’s becoming an all too familiar scene with the major media outlets reporting an active shooter incident that it’s either taking place as “Breaking News” or has already happened. In any case, there are multiple injuries, fatalities and another family mourning the senseless death of a […]

The First Time I Had To Use My Krav Training

2/21/18 Over the years, we received dozens of thank you letters from our students. We decided to share some of them on our blog. Maybe, tomorrow it’s going to be you. “Dear KME instructors, I want to say thank you for the last 1.5+ years of your excellent instruction and investment in my growth as […]

Self-Defense and the Law, what are my rights?

Self-Defense Laws in New York: When You Are Allowed to Use Force People often ask a simple question once they begin learning self-defense. If I protect myself, will the law protect me as well? Training in Krav Maga or any serious self-defense system prepares people for violent situations. Students repeat drills, work with partners of […]

Why You Should Not Trust Pepper Spray Alone for Self-Defense

Woman holding a pepper spray canister beside her handbag on a city street, illustrating pepper spray for self-defense and personal safety.

Pepper spray makes people feel safe long before it has ever been tested. Here is what it actually does to an attacker, why it fails at close range and under stress, and how to carry and use it so it buys you the one thing that matters: time to escape.

Do Women Stand a Chance Against Men in a Real Fight?

Can a woman win a fight against a man? Can a woman overpower a man? Do women stand a chance against men in a real fight?

Can Women Win A Real Fight Against A Man? Can Women Win a Fight Against Men? This question is searched because people want clarity about real violence, not reassurance or ideology. Women want to understand their actual chances in a physical confrontation. Parents want to know what kind of training matters. Instructors want to speak […]

The Body Language of a Badass

The Body Language of a Badass

The Body Language of a Badass: Confidence That Prevents Violence The word “badass” is used constantly, but its meaning has been reduced to something shallow. Most people picture toughness, intimidation, or a confrontational attitude. That interpretation misses what actually matters in real life. What people respond to is not aggression, but presence. The body language […]

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