KRAV MAGA FOR WOMEN

 In this days Rape and degrees of sexual assault have arguably become an epidemic .
It might happen anywhere in the world.
Doesn`t metter if you are somewhere on the Bronx or waiting for metro or somewher traveling in India for example where rescentley are growing rape and sexual assaults!it just can happen anywhere!

The number sets off alarms; and so does the fact that the victim often knows or has an intimate relationship with her attacker. Therefore, far too many rape/assault cases go unreported. It is important to state that absolutely no one (female or male for that matter) deserves, provokes or “asks” to be assaulted. Statements that suggest otherwise, such as ‘She shouldn’t have drank so much’ or ‘You see how she dresses, she was asking for it’ are at best infuriating and uneducated. At some point in our lives, we have ALL exercised poor judgment. Under no circumstances does the presence of poor judgment validate sexual assault of any nature.

What can be done about this problem? A debate currently exists. Many feminists believe that our society fuels a “rape culture” by labeling the issue a women’s issue rather than a men’s issue. Those same individuals believe that society, inadvertently, lays the blame on women by not holding men accountable for their actions. Their solution suggests we shift that blame by promoting sex crimes as a male issue - creating greater awareness among men through education and harsher repercussions.

Education is certainly a powerful tool that could do a lot of good toward lowering the statistics. That being said, self-defense courses are, in fact, educational tools that allow people to connect with their inner strength - a strength that goes far beyond muscle! Taking a self-defense course, a good self-defense course, teaches women easy to learn and easy to recall techniques ranging from basic verbal skills to possible physical responses. It would seem that the power of education could be utilized for both genders on an equally positive platform.

A men’s issue or women’s issue becomes neither here nor there when a woman knows how to use her mind, body and environment to protect herself!

Well what to become another Jennifer Lopez (in “Enough”) or Angelina Jolie in (“Tomb Raiders”) you might have no enough time ? While extensive training and practice in a martial art, such as Krav Maga, is extremely valuable, educational and empowering, a basic self-defense course can offer people the tools and concepts they need to de-escalate an attack. But remeber, the more you train and the more you have in your arsenal the more likely you are to “flip the switch” and/or to use your training.

To “flip the switch” is one of the most difficult concepts to teach. Some women fear that they will provoke their attacker further and increase the severity of their injuries if they attempt a physical response/defense. This is a dangerous misconception. The reality is that between 65-70% of women who reportedly fought back did manage to avoid injury and/or rape. Studies have also shown that ‘strategies’ such as crying, pleading and reasoning were ineffective.

Ideally, a good self-defense program will teach you some simple techniques such as a slap to the groin, a palm to the face, a poke to the eye and a stomp to the foot as well as certain verbal communicators as yelling ‘Back Off’, making eye contact and more. Safety expert Arthur Cohen states that one of our natural fears is loud noise…a good program will incorporate such verbal effects.

How do I choose a good program? The National Coalition Against Sexual Assault disseminates a great article discussing the Guidelines for choosing a Self-Defense course which can be viewed on our websites www.kenpotime.com and ww.yourkravmagaexpert.com. The article brings up an important message regarding the role of mace and other aggressive devices used as “self-defense tools”…such devices are useless unless you truly know how to use the tool and happen to have the tool in your hand at the time of the attack. That doesn’t mean that training with weapons such as the Kobutan (a self-defense key chain) or visual image practicing (for example using your purse or keys) aren’t useful tools; it just means that we should always be aware that the speed of which an incident occurs may not allow us time to effectively utilize the weapons or our imagination. “Self-defense tools” should always remain a secondary training source to mental and physical techniques.

Taking a self-defense class is one of the most positive things a woman can do for herself! A person might have only one possibility to defend herself, don’t lose it…become educated. Always remain aware of your environment, walk and talk with confidence and of course Trust your insticts!



Women's self defense is certainly a major issue these days. With crime against women at such high levels I feel it is imperative that more women learn Krav Maga or other forms of effective self defense.

When I tour around the USA and Canada I enjoy seeing the different types of fliers groups put out to promote my Krav Maga self defense class. I have seen some with pictures of Jennifer Lopez and Angelina Jolie, "They learned krav maga, now you can too."

Jennifer Lopez trained in Krav Maga in order to do her scenes in the film "Enough". Angelina Jolie learned her techniques for the film "Tomb Raider". Actress Hillary Swank who had a martial arts role in the film "The Next Karate Kid",and played a boxer in "Million Dollar Baby" trains in Krav Maga because, she says, it is a great way to stay fit and she loves it, "You punch, you kick, you also learn how to get out of a choke hold. I love, love it. "

Countless other women have trained in krav maga for fitness, weight loss, personal safety and empowerment.

While actresses like Lopez, Jolie, Lucy Liu and others may have started their krav maga training to prepare for film roles, for most women life is not a movie.

women at UMD learn to escape from 'Bear Hug'

According to campus police statistics, 25% of women will experience a violent sexual assault before graduating from college. The real numbers are probably higher, most women are ashamed to report such attacks.

Krav Maga training for women is part of the solution. Krav Maga training serves several purposes for all practitioners, but for women in particular.

Perfect for the smaller person – Krav Maga is not based on physical strength, as such it is perfect for women who are usually smaller and have less upper body strength.

Does not depend upon the "Fight" – Unlike wrestling or boxing Krav Maga is not about a fight; it is quick and to the point. Krav Maga involves a quick burst of energy and then - get out. You do not have to "pit your weight" against an opponent who is likely to be bigger and stronger.

Stun and Run – Krav Maga depends upon a few quick strikes strategically placed to vulnerable parts of the body, and then you run. If you hit the right spots you do not require a lot of power to be effective.

Many women see themselves as weak and helpless, as potential victims.

Krav Maga is based upon the experience of the Jewish nation; a small nation who went stateless for nearly 2,000 years. Our training is designed for the little person who is fed up with being a victim and finally says, "Enough!" (As Jennifer Lopez did in her film)

Shock Value – Krav Maga is like the shock troops. You may look like a victim. Your assailant is not expecting you to defend yourself. Your counter attack will catch him off guard.

Builds Strength and Stamina– Regular Krav Maga workouts develop endurance and build strength. Your physical strength, Krav Maga techniques and warrior mindset will empower you. Your attitude alone may prove to be enough to ward off an attacker.

Designed for Ordinary People, like you – Krav Maga was not designed for professional ring fighters or people that have unlimited time to train. It was designed for soldiers going into combat and civilians who need to defend themselves.

Easy To Learn – It is designed to work with your instinctive natural body movements so that it can be learned quickly.



Commando Krav Maga for women, a self-defense system designed specifically for women.We offer CKM self defense basic and advanced courses for women. 

 The aim is to give participants an insight into self-defense and to apply the simplest techniques in the most challenging Situtationen . 

The courses take 10 - 20 lessons  :

  -Defense against intrusions on the ground 
 - Defense against chocking attacks-
 -Defense against weapon attacks -
 -Defense against kicking or striking-  -Techniques against sexual assaults- 
 -Training theory / methodology and didactics-
 -The most important and best  allround Krav Maga techniques 

 
If you have interest to learn our CKM school and know the members? No problem ! A free trial at any time .

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