We are bringing our popular Krav Maga Foundations Course to Maryland! The course runs from October 1st to November 12th, 2012. Classes are on Monday evenings from 7:30-9:00pm & the instructors will be Nick Masi & Jonathan Levy. What we'll cover in the Course: Basic Striking Using Hands, Elbows, Knees & Legs Defending Strikes Releases from Chokes Releases from Headlocks Releases from Bearhugs Releases from Wrist Grabs sing Common Weapons for Self-Defense Defending Yourself on the Ground Dealing with Stress Developing the Proper Mental Attitude Location: Dansez!Dansez! Dance Studio 8020 Norfolk Ave.

On November 12th, 2012, First Defense is holding a special Defending Knife & Handgun Defense workshop in downtown Bethesda, MD. In this class we will learn and practice a variety of defenses and tactics against an assailant using a bladed weapon or a handgun as a means of threatening or intimidating their victim.

Congratulations to Will, Tammy & Terry on completing the Part 3 of the KMG General Instructors Course. This makes them full Instructors under KMG. In addition to that, all three tested for and earned their rank of Graduate 1. Another congratulations goes out to Cassie, Paul & Omar for completing the Part 2 of the KMG General Instructors Course.

This course, designed specifically for High School and College/University students, gives you the tools you need to avoid bad situations as well as how to protect yourself against common threats and attacks. In this 3-week course, we will introduce you to Krav Maga principles, theories, and techniques.

Tuhon Rommel will be making his annual visit to the Northern Virginia area to train us in Pekiti Tirsia Kali. Tuhon will be covering weapons, sticks and open hand techniques developed by Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje, Jr., refined and taught pragmatically in a two day seminar.

With just one vote you can help First Defense Krav Maga provide training and support to survivors of abuse and assault.. Working in partnership with the Bridge to Freedom Foundation, First Defense will use this grant money to fund specialized programs for survivors of modern day slavery as well as increase and improve many other aspects of our studio including adding more women's training, increasing instructor training, and expanding to new locations in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC area.

Date: Wednesdays July 11 - Aug 29 Location: ProAction Physical Therapy 11820 Parklawn Dr. Suite 120 Rockville, MD 20852 REGISTER HERE

This 2 hour class will introduce you to the various application methods, dangers, physiologically effects and systems that are available. We will have several applications and systems readily available so that you can see what each offer and the application technique.

This is a free, one-hour beginner level class for anyone interested in learning more about Krav Maga and self-defense. Location: ProAction Physical Therapy 11820 Parklawn Dr. Suite 120 Rockville, MD 20852 If you are interested in taking the upcoming 8-Week Krav Maga Foundations Course at the same location, this is a great opportunity to check it out and ask questions.

The Summer Session of our popular 8-Week Krav Maga Basics Course starts on July 11th, 2012. Classes are on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm. What we'll cover over the course of the 8 weeks: Basic Striking Using Hands, Elbows, Knees, & Legs Defending Strikes Releases from Chokes Releases from Headlocks Releases From Bearhugs Releases from Wrist Grabs Using Common Weapons for Self-Defense Defending Yourself on the Ground Dealing with Stress Developing the Proper Mental Attitude Participants are also welcome to attend the Monday night Basics class at no additional cost.