Empower Yourself with Self-Defense Techniques
Learn Krav Maga and Jeet Kune Do
Learn Krav Maga and Jeet Kune Do
Krav Maga
Krav Maga is a practical and instinctive self-defense system developed to work for everyone—regardless of age, fitness level, or experience. Designed for real-life situations, it builds on your natural instincts to help you respond effectively under stress and defend against a wide range of threats.You’ll gain the skills to protect yourself and others, increase your situational awareness, and develop the reflexes needed to act quickly and confidently in any scenario.
“Part of the Krav Maga philosophy is that the best way to win a fight is not to get into a fight.”
— Wall Street Journal.
Krav Maga isn’t about sport, competition, or tradition—it’s about real-world self-defense. We train to avoid conflict when possible, de-escalate when necessary, and, when there’s no other choice, to neutralize threats with maximum efficiency.
There are no fancy uniforms, no rituals, and no rules in a real-world fight. Krav Maga prepares you to survive worst-case scenarios under high stress using the most effective techniques available. As founder Imi Lichtenfeld said, we train “so that one may walk in peace.”
Krav Maga is built for beginners. Your training starts with the fundamentals: basic stances, striking, safe falling and recovery, and defenses against common attacks like chokes and headlocks. You’ll also develop the mental tools to manage fear and stress while staying alert and in control. As you progress, you’ll learn how to handle more complex situations—including multiple attackers, weapons, and ground defense—while continuing to build your physical and mental resilience.
We understand that joining a live class can feel intense—but that’s part of the training. Self-defense is about staying composed in unpredictable, high-stress situations. We prepare you for that reality. All ages, all body types, and all experience levels are welcome. Everyone can benefit from learning to protect themselves.
Kids and Youth courses
We teach your kids how to handle bullies, both emotionally AND physically. Our students know that there's a time and place for using their Martial Arts. Coach Walker uses an appropriate blend of Krav Maga, JKD and MMA techniques to enpower students with the confidence and ability to stand up to challenges. The small-group classes allow Coach Walker to provide the youth students with focused coaching.
Instructor
David Walker Owner
Since 2014, Coach Walker has been providing the greater Rockford area with quality Self-Defense training for both adult and youth students. Initially teaching Jeet Kune Do as a certified Instructor, he was integral to bringing Krav Maga to Rockford and is a certified Level 4 USKMA instructor.
Krav Maga offers real-world practical defensive techniques for anybody of any age and experience. KM is not a martial art, it's a Defense System designed to quickly deny any type of assault using simple-to-learn techniques. In addition to Krav's efficiency, it will help boost physical fitness and confidence in ANYONE!
Coach Walker hosts kids, youth and adult classes Monday-Saturday at the Puri YMCA and welcomes all to join the excellent group of current students getting stronger through Krav Maga!