Krav Maga Experts Training & Self Defense Classes in New York City

Become a krav maga instructor

KRAV MAGA INSTRUCTORS COURSE

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Krav Maga Instructors Course
Our mission

Instill physical skills, emotional resilience & mental clarity

Our mission is to train Krav Maga instructors who lead with strength, integrity, and compassion, empowering students to be safe, resilient, and confident in both body and mind. We cultivate leaders who not only teach physical defense but foster a mindset of growth, self-awareness, and community, ensuring that every student reaches their fullest potential.

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Courses with a mission that matter

Self-Defense Instructors Courses

Becoming a Krav Maga instructor is a profound opportunity to empower others, guiding them not only in physical defense but in unlocking their inner strength and resilience. As an instructor, you hold the responsibility of transforming fear into courage, doubt into confidence, and weakness into power. You become a leader who inspires students to push beyond their limitations, teaching them to face challenges with discipline and grace. Your role is not just to impart techniques but to nurture the minds and spirits of those who trust you to help them grow stronger, more capable, and more self-aware.


In this journey, you create a space where every student is supported and valued, building a community rooted in mutual respect and strength. Your students look to you not just for guidance on the mat but for wisdom on how to navigate life’s unpredictability with resilience and clarity.

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The Self-Defense Class That Matters

As a Krav Maga instructor, you don’t just teach— you lead by example, embodying the values of courage, perseverance, and integrity. This is your chance to make a lasting impact, helping others walk through life with confidence, purpose, and the unshakeable belief that they are capable of facing anything.

You can make a difference.

Your journey starts here

Becoming a Krav Maga Instructor

Becoming a Self Defense instructor is a journey of mutual growth. When you help others develop their skills, face their fears, and build confidence, you inevitably elevate yourself as well. Every student you guide challenges you to become a better leader, a more thoughtful teacher, and a stronger practitioner. As you witness their progress, you sharpen your own understanding, constantly refining how you communicate and adapt to different needs. By helping others rise, you deepen your own abilities, discovering new layers of strength and resilience within yourself.

As an instructor, the transformation of your students becomes a reflection of your own growth. When you empower them to overcome obstacles, you simultaneously break through your own limitations. The success and confidence they achieve are a testament to your leadership, pushing you to evolve both personally and professionally. Each lesson you teach strengthens your connection to the core values of Krav Maga, reinforcing the principle that in giving to others, you find your own path to becoming better.

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APPLICANT PREREQUISITES

KME Chief Instructor approval required
Must be 18 years or older
Must be physically fit
No criminal record
Minimum 500 hours of Krav Maga or Martial Arts – OR – 3 Years Minimum of full-contact sports (Boxing, Muay-Thai, Kick-Boxing, Karate)
Law enforcement or military personnel welcomed

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Course Curriculum

The first objective of the course is to teach effective methods that can be applied to any subject you teach.

But becoming an instructor isn’t just about teaching a class. It requires building leadership skills so you can motivate students of all levels to become their best selves.

 

The most important aspect of teaching is communication skills: communicate techniques and concepts, ensuring that students understand both the physical and mental aspects of what you teach!
You will also learn:

  • The history of Krav Maga and its evolution
  • Krav Maga techniques from P1 to P5 and how to teach them in class safely and effectively
  • Advanced communication and instructional skills
  • Lesson development and different class structures
  • Different teaching methods to target groups
    (women, co-ed, youth and dealing with trauma)
  • Safety protocols

Each participant will be awarded a Certificate of Completion for the Civilian Instructors Course Program upon satisfactorily completing the course.

You can make a difference.

WHAT YOU GET

Instructor’s Certification

A certification that counts. Krav Maga Experts is one of the most respected and recognized organizations in the USA.

Access to KME's Digital Materials

Gain access to hundreds of videos, featuring in-depth breakdowns of techniques, training drills, and effective teaching strategies!

Professional Support

Get ongoing support all year round. Simply send us your questions, and receive a personalized video response addressing your specific needs.

Access to Advanced Training Courses

As a certified instructor, you’ll gain exclusive access to advanced training courses designed to enhance your skill set and deepen your self-defense expertise.

This course transformed my life, leading me to start my own school where I help many others learn practical, life-saving skills. It was a challenging and difficult course, but by far the most rewarding experience I've ever had, pushing me to grow and empowering me to do things I never thought I could!

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TRAIN. LEAD. INSPIRE

Become the leader who inspires strength and confidence in others. Start your journey as a certified Krav Maga instructor today

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