Not all SELF DEFENCE training is the same and not all KRAV MAGA is the same. We at KRAV FIGHTER place great emphasis on keeping our training effective, realistic and current. While training with us is fun, KRAV MAGA as a discipline is not a joke and should not be trained like one. A violent threat or attack is a SERIOUS THING, and training to survive it requires understanding of assailant behaviour. Watered down self defence training options including krav maga offered under the branding of "traditional" global krav maga organisations are notorious for instilling a false sense of confidence.

We teach a realistic self defence based on our training with experienced SELF PROTECTION EXPERTS Dr ITAY GIL who served 14 years in the elite Israeli counter-terror and hostage rescue commando unit "Yamam", LIOR OFFENBACH who served 8 years as a police detective dealing with riots and violent offenders, and PETER SCIARRA, Close Quarter Combat Elite Black Belt who is one of the best and most skilled instructors trained by HOCK HOCHHIEM, a U.S. military and police force veteran, and a renowned street combat instructor in the U.S.

This impressive lineup of SELF PROTECTION experts applied their experience from the field about what works under pressure, and deep understanding of biomechanical principles and criminal-victim behaviour into the training we deliver to you. Our approach to teaching and training reflects our own training, therefore our KRAV MAGA SELF DEFENCE evolves with the times, rather than being stuck on what used to be taught 50 years ago. To experience a difference in how we train first hand, TRY A CLASS with us.

Please review our TIMETABLE and central Auckland location first, to avoid disappointment if your current circumstances would not allow you to train with us on a regular basis. If there is one or more days per week where you'd be able to train with us, the next step would be to book a KRAV MAGA TRIAL class, to experience the way we train, meet the instructors and other club members. We'll talk to you about membership options, protective equipment and everything else you may want to know after the class. When you decide you'd like to train with us, we'll guide you through the joining process. We accept payments by VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards, direct debit, bank transfers and cash.

Our introductory trial offer consists of two classes valid for 7 days. It is offered on "buy 1, get 1 free" basis, meaning you pay an affordable rate of $20 for the first class, and get a second class free of charge. This offer is not available as a regular 'drop in' option, but only as one-off opportunity for people ready to invest their time and effort into learning Krav Maga in Auckland, to try our classes and experience New Zealand's leading Self Defence training.

To request a Krav Maga class trial, go to TRY US. Complete the Krav Maga Trial Request form at the bottom of the page, and we'll call you to discuss your training needs and confirm a date for the first trial class. It is essential for us to talk with you over the phone, as we also brief you on what to expect, confirm if you have any injuries that may be aggravated by training, and address any concerns you may have. We aim to provide as personal service as possible, which is why we ask you to provide the time when you're most likely going to be in a position to talk. If you feel there is no good time to talk, or we are unable to reach you over few days during specified times and don't hear back, unfortunately we won't be in a position to fulfil your trial request.

There are two pathways for joining our club for regular training. One is the Introductory Trial offer, enabling you to attend two classes within 7 days for very affordable price of $20. Detailed explanation on how to take advantage of this offer is provided in the previous frequently asked question.

Another way to join us is attendance of the Krav Maga Basics introductory self defence course. As this 3 hour course teaches you basic self defence, it is a gentle introduction compared to the regular class. While available to all members of public who just want a one-off, introductory self defence training, this course is mandatory for all new club members. You can find out more details about this course and register at our COURSES page. To express interest in joining the club, just let the instructor know when you arrive at the Krav Maga Basics course and he will explain all the classes, membership options and protective equipment needed at the end of training. Furthermore, the instructor can assist you in booking the trial class if you wish to experience it before committing to the membership, under same terms as the Introductory Trial offer above.

Either way, once you express the interest in regular training with us, unless you join the club on the spot, we will contact you to follow up, address any concerns you may have and if you decide to start training, to guide you through the joining process.

Most of our members lack general fitness when they join. This is a fact of life, as most of us don't move enough due to our sedentary lifestyles. The good news is that once you start training with us, your fitness and core strength will improve drastically over time. However, this does require consistency in training and willingness to put in a hard work. A person training twice a week will benefit much more than someone training once a fortnight. Our instructors are great motivators during the classes, but to take advantage of their skill and experience, you have to make the first step every time and keep turning up to training consistently. There are no magic formulas here, just hard work and determination to develop a set of skills that may save your or someone else's life in the future. If you want results, you have to be prepared to invest the time and energy into your training.

Different people have different training goals, availability and level of commitment, so we have more than one option on offer, including discounted pricing for the full time students, and introductory self defence course - Krav Maga Basics. This course is available to the general public as a one-off training option, but mandatory for new members, as it is an integral part of our self defence system. Members also need to budget for the protective equipment; some people already have most of it, others have none. Some equipment is needed right away, while you can get the rest in a few weeks. All this means it is much easier to explain all the details in person so that prospective member can get an accurate picture of the membership options suitable to them, instead of dumping the whole page of options without having an ability to explain them properly.

Furthermore, the majority of people enquiring about our training have never trained KRAV MAGA, or the training they experienced in the past wasn't as focused on the realistically possible survival options, as ours is. We are passionate about a REALISTIC SELF DEFENCE and KRAV MAGA and believe it is vital that anyone showing interest in SELF DEFENCE experiences what our KRAV MAGA training session looks like and gain an understanding of value they get by training with us. Even if you decide not to join us for the regular training after experiencing your KRAV MAGA TRIAL class, you will have an appreciation of what it takes to actually defend yourself when attacked by a motivated aggressor.

As a general guide, you can train with us for less than the cost of a cup of coffee a day. However, the value you receive by investing in our training is priceless.

Our instructors have specialised skills and experience not available anywhere else in New Zealand. They will train you to increase your chances of survival in violent situations, and avoid becoming a victim. The amount of energy and individual attention our instructors give to each student every class is invaluable; at the end of the day, you deserve top quality.

Saying that, we have a range of membership options depending on various factors such as whether you study full time or work, whether you prefer weekly or lump sum payments and how much time do you want to commit to training with us.

Memberships are designed to reward commitment to training, so the longer term, upfront payment options are better priced than short term, direct debit and casual memberships, with fees ranging from $23 per week (paid upfront) to $36 per week (direct debit). Two family members/friends joining together are entitled to a discounted introductory course on all memberships lasting 3 months or longer.

We will explain the membership options in detail after you experience our 'no obligation to join' KRAV MAGA TRIAL class, as by then we'll know more about you, so we will be able to offer the best pricing available to meet your training needs.

Go to CLASSES->COURSES , select an event you're interested in, click on the Register button, followed by Next. Choose to Create Account, unless you already have an Account with us. Populate all the required information, including the acceptance of the Liability Waiver. Leave the "Account Management & Schedule Updates" selected! Otherwise, you will NOT RECEIVE the booking confirmation with essential information for the Event and will NOT be able to participate as a result. Click/tap on Create Account. You'll be prompted to enter your credit card information (only VISA & MASTERCARD accepted) and will be charged when you click on the Checkout button. The booking confirmation e-mail has detailed instructions for the event, so please read it to avoid surprises on the day. Each person attending the workshop has to complete their own registration.

You need to be 14 years or older to train at our gym, however our Krav Maga Basics introductory course is open to everyone aged 13+. We don't have an upper age limit, however irrespective of age, our recommendation is that people should seek the advice of their medical professionals before starting any physical activity, especially if they have a medical condition.

Safety comes first for all people who participate in our classes and all members have to abide by our CODE OF CONDUCT, irrespective of whether they are people without disability or have a physical, mental or intellectual disability. Self defence training requires a certain degree of emotional control, moral reasoning, fine motor control, mobility, agility, balance, as well as three senses - touch, sight and hearing. This means that anyone who has one of more of these attributes and/or senses affected may either struggle or be extremely prone to injuring themselves or others, or both, depending on the severity of their condition.

While we don't wish to discourage people with disabilities, it is important to understand we are not a disability services provider and while we will try when possible, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to modify techniques and tactics we train on the spot to make them suitable for a particular disability. Wheelchairs and prosthetics are a safety hazard in the dynamic, close contact training environment and cannot be used in our gym for this reason.

People with a mental health condition may also face difficulties in training. For some people, self defence training, along with counselling may be useful in gaining their own voice and reclaiming self-esteem, while for others it may have an opposite effect.

This is why we always advise to check with your health provider first and foremost, as they will definitely be in a better position to recommend activity or advise against it. If your health professional is not familiar with Krav Maga, please point them to videos on our website and social media, as this could help them ascertain whether our training is appropriate for a particular condition or disability.