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Krav Maga, Self-Defense & The Pretenders

I’m growing increasingly tired of the pretenders—those who sit behind a screen and critique self-defense content without the slightest qualification to do so. These “evaluations” of video clips and technique breakdowns are often laughably out of context, recklessly uninformed, and—if you know what to look for—expose a stunning level of ignorance. Let me be…
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Thank You for Coming

Last Saturday night, the house was unusually quiet. The kids were off with friends at an eighth-grade dance. My wife was on driving duty. And I—suddenly alone—found myself wandering through the many streaming menus, searching for something new to half-watch. There wasn’t much. But then I saw a film featuring Vince Vaughn and several older…
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KRAV MAGA’s BLUEPRINT: OPERATING IN CHAOS THROUGH SIMPLICITY

Krav Maga’s Origins Krav Maga, developed by Imi Lichtenfeld, was born from necessity. Its origins trace back to the streets of pre-WWII Bratislava, where Imi and his community faced violent anti-Semitic attacks. These chaotic encounters shaped his understanding of violence: it is unpredictable, fast, and unforgiving. From these experiences came a revolutionary approach to…
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Maximizing Engagement During the Dog Days of Summer: Strategies for Krav Maga and Martial Arts Schools

As the summer heat rolls in, many Krav Maga and martial arts schools experience a slowdown in attendance and new enrollments. Vacations, outdoor activities, and the general summer lull contribute to this annual trend. However, with the right strategies, you can turn this seasonal challenge into an opportunity for growth and engagement. Here’s how: 1.…
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