Faqs

Q: What Is Krav Maga?

A: Krav Maga is the official self defense system of the Israeli Defense Forces, and has been taught to hundreds of law enforcement agencies and thousands of civilians in the United States. Krav Maga is a simple, effective self defense system that emphasizes instinctive movements, practical techniques, and realistic training scenarios.
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Q: What Does "Krav Maga" Mean?

A: Hebrew Translation For Krav- "Combat" and Maga- "Contact", meaning "Contact Combat".

Q: What Does The Krav Maga Symbol Mean?

A: It Is An Artistic Symbol Of The Hebrew Letter "Kouf" and "Mem" - "K" and "M".

Q: Who Uses Krav Maga?

A: The unique system of Krav Maga has been taught to: Israeli Special Forces, Law Enforcement, FBI, SWAT, U.S. Marshals, Illinois State Police, Highway Patrol, U.S. Coast Guard, Military, and Civilians.

Q: What If I Have Never Taken Martial Arts Classes Before?

A: For many people who train with us, Krav Maga is their only martial arts experience, however we also have many students who have years of experience in other systems, we welcome everyone to participate, regardless of background.

Q: What Type Of Techniques Will I Learn In Krav Maga?

A: First off Krav Maga has no katas, no rituals, no non-sense. The system is based on simple tactics and instinctive movements, the reality-based system is designed to teach real self-defense in the shortest time possible. You'll learn to punch, kick, knee, elbow, and head-butt, along with learning how to defend these same attacks you will defend against chokes, grabs, bear hugs and weapons (guns, knives, and bats) from all angles. The intensive training will teach you to function under stress, shock and adrenaline. Learning Krav Maga will help you be safe and more secure, along with getting a great workout.

Q What Is The Amount Of Time It Will Take To Become Proficient In Krav Maga?

A: Krav Maga, unlike other forms of martial arts, is a fast progressing system. Part of its design was driven by the need to train people quickly and efficiently. Fortunately, it typically takes a person of average physical ability little time before significant progress is achieved.

Q: What If I Want A Good Workout Also?

A: Gateway Krav Maga offers boxing, grappling, kick boxing, sparring, yoga, and physical fitness conditioning classes in addition to our self defense classes, offering you an all around workout!

Q: What Are Then Benefits Of Taking Krav Maga?

A: The enjoyment & assurance of training with officially licensed Krav Maga instructors, who are fully certified by Krav Maga Worldwide and the Krav Maga Association of America, Inc.

Fitness
A: Physical fitness is incorporated into every training session, including cardiovascular and strength building exercises, also stretching to increase flexibility, while putting emphasis on speed, agility, endurance, strength, and accuracy & coordination.

Confidence & Awareness
A: Krav Maga students learn basic techniques in various combinations to fend off violent attacks. Students will become aware of their surroundings and be able to adjust to situations accordingly, and be prepared to use the mind and body to work together.

 

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