Last month we held an in-studio ‘Krav-Talk’, and our guest speaker talked about his life training and how his trauma has shaped him into the man he is today. The talk’s conclusion was “what happened to you doesn’t define you, but it does shape you”. The first question I am often asked by new students is… Continue reading How We Can Help Heal Trauma & Anxiety?
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What If I Started Training Krav Maga Earlier
What If I Started Training Krav Maga Earlier? I took my first class at KME in early 2022. I still remember how excited I was. I sat on the train fast approaching the UWS studio, not sure what to expect but ready for whatever lay ahead. As soon as my feet touched the mat, I… Continue reading What If I Started Training Krav Maga Earlier
Is Krav Maga Difficult To Learn
Is Krav Maga Difficult to Learn? Add Your Heading Text Here How hard is it to learn self-defense? A common question that arises when people call to inquire about Krav Maga is “Is Krav Maga Difficult To Learn”. In short, the answer is no. Krav Maga isn’t difficult to learn. It was developed for the… Continue reading Is Krav Maga Difficult To Learn
What Women Do To Keep Safe
The Macho Paradox Top Safety Habits Women Rely On: What Works and What Doesn’t With crime on the rise in the city, it’s increasingly important to be prepared at all times. It seems like almost weekly viral videos show some form of attack on the subway or in the street. In addition to these widely… Continue reading What Women Do To Keep Safe
5 Safety Tips for Girls Leaving for College
5 Safety tips for girls leaving for college The new school year is fast approaching and for thousands of young women that means leaving home to be on their own for the first time. This experience can be both liberating and exciting, but it’s also important to remember the dangers that can arise when being… Continue reading 5 Safety Tips for Girls Leaving for College
What is the Best Martial Art for Self Defense
Which Martial Arts is best for Self Defense. First, let’s review the difference between Martial Arts & Self Defense Growing up, I was always under the impression that Martial Arts and Self Defense were essentially the same things. It wasn’t until I began learning the intricacies of each that I realized how different they are.… Continue reading What is the Best Martial Art for Self Defense
What to do when you witness a violent crime in NYC
What to do when you witness a violent crime in NYC The Bystander Effect As New Yorkers, we live in a city that prides itself on minding its own business. We see a lot, and we hear a lot. From an early age, we’re taught not to get involved in other people’s arguments, refrain from… Continue reading What to do when you witness a violent crime in NYC
Does Krav Maga Involve Sparring?
Sparring is a form of training practiced in many combat sports. It is essentially ‘free-form’ fighting with enough rules, protective gear, consent, and respect to minimize injuries as much as possible. Krav Maga is a non-competitive fighting style. There is no way to apply the techniques we teach in class in a “fair” or competitive… Continue reading Does Krav Maga Involve Sparring?
Goodbye Letter From Raz Chen
Seven years ago, Tsahi invited me to come to New York and spread Krav Maga. I knew it would be an amazing adventure, but I could never have imagined the journey I would take. I had the pleasure of working with so many incredible students. Whether it was only a single lesson, or every day… Continue reading Goodbye Letter From Raz Chen
What Makes You A Black Belt?
When I started training in Krav Maga, back in the late ’80s of the last century, I didn’t know quitting was even an option. I had the honor of being trained by great people who learned directly under the founder of the system,