AUGUST YOUTH FUNDAMENTALS The FDKM Youth Fundamentals Course is taking a short summer break, but we'll back in August! The Youth Fundamentals Course introduces students to important self-defense concepts, techniques and tactics. Completion of this 4-week (8-session) course is the first step to joining the full Youth Krav Maga program at FDKM. The next Course begins on Tuesday, August 8. August 8 - 31 Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm For ages 8-13     REGISTER FOR THE AUGUST FDKM YOUTH FUNDAMENTALS COURSE NEW CLASS FOR KIDS This August, we're also brining back a class for our youngest Kravists.

On Thursday, June 29th, FDKM will be at Singh Sabha Gurdwara for a community event.  

TRAIN WITH EYAL YANILOV OF KMG

Eyal Yanilov started his Krav Maga training in 1974 and spent the next 20+ years working closely with the founder of Krav Maga, Imi Lichtenfeld. He is the head of Krav Maga Global (and Nick's instructor). This is Eyal's first trip to the States (and to FDKM) in over 4 years.

In this seminar, Lead Instructor Nick Masi will be joined by Shawna Potter to offer a seminar that will give you the tools and confidence to stand up for yourself and for others. Shawna is an activist, musician, and the author of “Making Spaces Safer: A Guide to Giving Harassment the Boot Wherever You Work, Play, and Gather,” a guide for anyone looking to make their community more fun and inclusive.

Our Introduction to Krav Maga Courses are back!

Our September Youth Program Introduction begins on Tuesday, September 6 and will run every Tuesday & Thursday for 8 sessions.

You can find more information and the link to register, click the image below.

Our first Introduction Course of the New Year! This 4-week course will introduce you to the principles, techniques and tactics of the Krav Maga system. Dates: January 3 - 26, 2022 Days/Times: Mondays & Wednesdays at 7pm Cost: $247 For Information & Registration, visit: www.

First Defense Krav Maga is honored to welcome Amnon Darsa for a series of training events this January. Amnon has a long history in Krav Maga dating back to 1988 and is one of the most sought-after instructors in the world. On this first visit to the DMV area, Amnon is going to be teaching 3 distinct courses: An advanced training course for Graduate and Expert level students The opening training weekend for FDKM's Instructor Course A 3rd Party Protection Mini-Course The 3rd Party Protection Mini-Course is open to everyone.

Over the summer, FDKM was excited to welcome Function Jiu Jitsu to share our studio space. Now that they're all settled in, FJJ is ready to welcome new students into the program. If you are new to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and are interested in learning the fundamentals, this is the course to check out! The completion of this course is a pre-requisite to attending the open rank classes.

Our first Introduction Course of the Fall. This 4-week course will introduce you to the principles, techniques and tactics of the Krav Maga system. Dates: Sept 7 - 30 Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7pm Cost: $247 For Information & Registration, visit: www.

We all play a role in creating safe public space by supporting each other when we're harassed. That's what bystander intervention is all about. After this training, you will feel more confident about the best way to help someone next time you witness disrespect or harassment.