Kendo is Japanese fencing derived from the ancient art of Samurai swordsmanship. Using a simulated sword made of bamboo slats, and wearing protectors, the kendoist competes against an opponent according to established scoring points and regulations. It is excellent training for mental as well as physical discipline.

First and foremost, as Krav Maga's creator, Imi Lichtenfeld (S'de Or) said, "Don't get hurt." Krav Maga is not so much about philosophy. It is a self-defense system designed for reality--for actual threat and attack-situations. As such, Krav Maga emphasizes defensive tactics and fighting skills. It is a system that ...

For over 40 years, the Dojo (exercise hall) has been located in Manhattan's upper west side, New York City. The education is traditional; men and women of all ages are welcome. If you are interested in studying with us, you are invited to stop in and visit.

The education is traditional; men and women of all ages are welcome. If you are interested in studying with us, you are invited to stop in and visit.

Matan Gavish is a former Krav Maga officer for a special-ops unit in the Israeli Defense Forces in charge of training Krav Maga, Close Combat, and Counter Terrorism to hundreds of Special Ops soldiers. Matan has trained US Navy Seals, US Army Rangers and is actively working with NYPD Tactical ...

Krav Maga (pronounced (kräv) (mägä)) is Hebrew for "contact combat." It is the official self-defense system of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), and is used by members of the New York Police Department (NYPD), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the US Secret Service, and the US Armed Forces, as ...