The Program Director of the Year award is a prestigious recognition given by Krav Maga Worldwide to honor an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and impact in the management and growth of their training center. This award acknowledges the recipient’s outstanding service in overseeing the development and daily operations of their school, ensuring smooth and effective administration while fostering a thriving training environment. Beyond operational excellence, this award also highlights the program director’s unwavering commitment to the personal and professional development of both staff and students. Through mentorship, strategic planning, and a passion for empowering others, the recipient has played a pivotal role in cultivating a strong, motivated, and skilled community. Their efforts have not only enhanced the overall experience of their members but have also contributed to the long-term success and reputation of their school within the Krav Maga Worldwide network. Krav Maga Dallas’ owner and chief...Read more

Looking to kick things up a notch with your Krav Maga training? Consider training to hit the next level of Krav Maga. Level training usually takes on the form of working to achieve that next belt. Working to achieve the next level is highly dependent on how far along you are in your training. Here’s what you need to know about the levels of Krav Maga. Levels of Krav Maga: Belts System As students progress in their training they are awarded a belt after they have completed a level of training. Belts are a major sign of a student’s success in Krav Maga as they are a mark of progression. Each level has its own difficulties, so as a student goes from one level to the next, they can expect the level of difficulty to change. What Does Each Belt Signify? Each belt signifies a different level of training and...Read more

As Krav Maga continues to gain popularity, people are increasingly curious—is it possible to teach yourself the basics of this self-defense system through practice at home? The short answer: yes, you can teach yourself Krav Maga…but there are some very important caveats. In the age of the internet, where we’re always just a few clicks away from apparently endless how-to articles and blog posts, it often makes sense to tackle new skills on our own. A quick online search will reveal a wealth of resources aimed at helping beginners learn the basics of Krav Maga. For example, the video above will teach you how to flawlessly execute a rear naked choke. And the video below will teach you how to escape from a bearhug. These are extremely valuable — potentially even lifesaving — things to know. So you can absolutely learn Krav Maga’s basic elements—its stances, introductory techniques, and best...Read more

The holiday season is a popular time for travel, but the hustle and bustle can lead to travel mishaps if you’re not careful. Whether you’re flying, driving, or taking a train, it’s important to plan ahead and keep safety in mind. Here are some key travel tips to ensure your journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible: 1. Plan for Delays Holiday travel can mean long lines, crowded airports, and possible delays. To minimize frustration, build extra time into your travel plans. Check flight statuses or road conditions before leaving, and allow flexibility in your schedule for unexpected changes. 2. Keep Important Documents Accessible When traveling, especially by air, make sure you have your ID, boarding pass, or tickets readily accessible. Keep a copy of important documents (passport, travel insurance, emergency contacts) in a separate location in case of loss or theft. 3. Pack Smart Pack only the essentials...Read more

Self-defense classes at Krav Maga Worldwide certified training centers are designed and taught in a way that makes them accessible for everyone. Our founder, Imi Lichtenfeld, had the idea of making the world a safer place by teaching self-defense to as many people as possible.  That’s how we got started. Imi Lichtenfeld himself tasked his student Darren Levine, who our Chief Instructor, to spread Krav Maga around the world. That’s why Krav Maga Worldwide’s mission is to empower every person with real skills to be safer and stronger.  The way Imi described it was that he wanted every person to be able to “walk in peace”. The idea being that if a person trains in self-defense they are better able to protect themselves and will live a more peaceful life.  It’s a little deeper than that, though. A person who is trained in self-defense understands a great deal about the...Read more

Personal safety. Health and fitness. Confidence. Community. Krav Maga training is the best self-defense system for any person regardless of their demographic. Krav Maga is a self-defense system that was developed in Israel at the end of the WWII when Israel was first becoming a nation and needed to train regular people, with no hand-to-hand combat experience, to become proficient in hand-to-hand combat to serve in what would eventually become the Israel Defense Forces. The system was developed by a man named Imi Lichtenfeld, who had grown up in Bratislava participating in combat sports and became a Nazi resistance fighter during WWII. When Imi immigrated to Israel after the war his experience and knowledge of hand-to-hand combat became the foundation of Krav Maga training. Imi’s vision for Krav Maga training was that it be shared, through Krav Maga Worldwide, all around the world so that ever person could be stronger,...Read more

When looking at Krav Maga vs Muay Thai, there are both similarities and key differences that are immediately apparent. Muay Thai –– also referred to as Thai boxing –– is a popular martial art that relies primarily on striking opponents both at distance and in close quarters. Krav Maga, on the other hand, is a self defense system built on brutal efficiency which borrows techniques from martial arts. Both of these styles have soared in popularity in recent years, and the right choice for your training ultimately depends on your personal goals. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between Krav Maga and Muay Thai. A Brief History Of Krav Maga For those interested in self defense, the development of Krav Maga over time has remained true to its initial purpose. Krav Maga was born out of necessity on the streets of Bratislava, Slovakia, when Imi Lichtenfeld combined his...Read more

Krav Maga can be intimidating for anyone when they first begin practicing, but no one expects you to be world-class right off the bat. At Krav Maga Worldwide, our students practice at different levels, or ranks of Krav Maga, that let you know where you stand with your proficiency. Level 1 Level 1 is for newbies, and it’s where you’ll learn the fundamentals of self-defense like how to make effective strikes. You’ll also learn what to do when an opponent grounds you, and how to defend against grabs such as wrist locks and chokes. After about four months of training two or three times a week, most students are ready to move on to one of the higher Krav Maga ranks. Level 2 Level 2 is what we refer to as our intermediate course. You’ll learn new techniques like how to counter, as well as more rigorous elements of self-defense...Read more

Self-defense methods like Krav Maga may not be everyone’s go-to workout, but there are plenty of reasons why it should be! Krav Maga’s original intent was to be a military level hand-to-hand combat program. It was then converted into a form of self-defense for civilians as a way to defend people against real world attackers. However, a welcome byproduct of dedicated Krav Maga practice is a vigorous, full-body workout. Many Krav Maga self defense techniques for men can also be productive exercises that will work seamlessly into your devoted fitness program. Hammer-fist Strikes Hammer strikes differ from a traditional punch as it uses the bottom of the fist to hit. It also uses different muscles in the arm, as well as an overall unique stance for the body. Knee Attacks Knee strikes are often associated with kickboxing in terms of self-defense based workouts. It is a fantastic cardio move because it...Read more

The best way to learn to fight for self-defense might be different than what a large population might think or really understand. The term “fighting” is feared by some people, it’s confusing to some people, and yet it’s glorified and exciting to others. The ability to “fight” is going to be different for each and every person.  Krav Maga Worldwide classes teach fighting skills from a self-defense perspective. Learning to fight and learning effective self-defense takes two major components. The first is mental. Why do you want to learn to fight? The second is physical. What do you actually do in a fight? Mentality. There are many elements that make up a well rounded set of self-defense skills. One of those elements is fighting skills. Simply defined, a fight is “a violent confrontation or struggle” and there is no doubt that the ability to prevail in a violent confrontation or...Read more

There’s no getting around it: In today’s world, there’s a lot of fretting about what to eat and how much to eat. Sometimes, with specific lifestyles and practices in play, the questions can become even trickier. People ask us all the time: is there a “krav maga diet” that works best for the rigorous training that comes with the practice? The answer is yes and no. While there are definitely things you can consume and choices you can make to let your body work better with the training, the simple fact is that there’s no prescribed system that works for everybody when it comes to what you should eat over the course of your conditioning. That said, here are some easy rules you can stick to if you want to get the most out of your training. Keep Yourself Hydrated This is going to be the one constant that applies...Read more