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Krav Maga Classes in Canberra
Practical, scenario-based self-defence for everyday situations. No forms, no rituals – just realistic skills that work under pressure.
WHAT IS KRAV MAGA?
Self-defence that works under pressure.
Krav Maga is a modern self-defence system built for real-world situations rather than sport. You'll train instinctive responses to common threats – grabs, strikes, and confrontations – under realistic pressure. There are no forms or rituals; every drill is about keeping you safe. Smart, practical, and welcoming, with no ego on the mat.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your first class at CMA&F
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Wear loose clothes
Comfortable clothes you can move in.
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Class size 12–18
Personal attention from instructors.
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Beginners welcomed
Drills paired with experienced students.
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Skill levels
Practical levels, not coloured belts.
YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Meet your Krav Maga teachers
YOUR JOURNEY
Aware Krav Maga
6
ranks to black belt
2–3×
gradings a year
6.5 yrs+
to black belt
Krav Maga is built for the real world. You are recognised for your effort as much as your skill, so there is always a next step in front of you.
You start here – White Belt
Awarded after your 10th class – the same for every student, whether you are new to martial arts or coming across from another program. Focus: fundamentals of striking and basic defences against chokes, weapons and ground attacks.
Before your first class
- A T-shirt and tracksuit pants, tights or shorts. We train barefoot on rubber mats.
- Adult classes are for students aged 14 and up, with some allowances made for younger students who are ready.
- If you have protective gear (mouth-guard, box) and/or boxing gloves, bring them. You don't need them to start but will need them over time.
Belt & Rank System
Yellow Belt
Building the foundations: striking fundamentals, basic defences against strikes, common chokes, knives and stick attacks, and fundamental techniques on the ground.
No Stripes
1 Stripe
2 Stripes
3 Stripes
4 StripesOrange Belt
Improving footwork, dealing with attacks from different ranges and different angles, and defending more complex attacks standing and on the ground.
No Stripes
1 Stripe
2 Stripes
3 Stripes
4 StripesGreen Belt
Dealing with more complex and difficult problems, changing tactics and making decisions in the moment.
No Stripes
1 Stripe
2 Stripes
3 Stripes
4 StripesBlue Belt
Dealing with more complex and challenging problems that require mastering the fundamentals and using grappling.
No Stripes
1 Stripe
2 Stripes
3 Stripes
4 StripesBrown Belt
Using high-risk, high-reward techniques such as throws and takedowns, dealing with more complex threats in compromised positions, and protecting third parties.
No Stripes
1 Stripe
2 Stripes
3 Stripes
4 StripesEvery belt from Yellow to Brown carries up to four stripes, marking progress along the way.
Black belt is where it really begins
A minimum of 6.5 years with consistent training of at least two hours a week. The training wheels come off – you understand the system, so now you start learning it properly. (Minimum age 18yrs).
Black Belt and Dans 2–3 are awarded by Krav Maga Israel HQ; Dans 4–5 are awarded by Committee.
Black Belt- 2nd Dan
- 3rd Dan
- 4th Dan
- 5th Dan