KRAV MAGA HAMPTON ROADS

REAL WORLD DEFENSE

Serving the Williamsburg, Newport News, and Hampton Roads area for over 30 years

upcoming events

Here at Krav Maga Hampton Roads we host several events throughout the year. From self-defense/ weapon workshops, Kids party events, family nights, CCW courses and more. Make sure to check out our calendars and see what he have to offer each month!

Events

Feb 12

Feb 12, 2025 – Feb 27, 2025

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Feb 12, 2025 – Feb 27, 2025

Introducing the “Legacy Program.” This annual program is designed for Fathers to participate with their son(s) to learn with them, and teach them the life skills necessary to become the men they need to be.

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Our training is specifically designed for real world situations. It's perfect for those with experience, those without experience, those looking to improve their fitness/ overall health and those with family members who need practical training.

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu offers self-improvement, self-awareness, enhanced flexibility and physical health. We teach in a relaxed, professional atmosphere, with experienced professional instruction. BJJ has often been called the game of human chess. It provides life lessons that transition both on and off the mats

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Not only do we teach practical self-defense for your child, but we teach skills and lessons that they will carry with them forever. See your child grow in self-discipline, confidence, and overall physical and mental health.

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There a few things in a kids life that build as much character as Martial Arts training. Now is the time to get your child the tools to move forward in life. Our Juniors program is engaging, fun, with a focus on personal and skill development, try out a class for your child today!

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Cleft Coffee and Krav Maga Hampton Roads are dedicated to providing our Service Members, First Responders and Civilians with a great cup of coffee! Click the link below to send coffee to the Troops or purchase a bag for your home!

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Testimonials

Nate P

I can’t say enough about how KMHR has improved the health and well-being of my family over the last year. My teen daughters 13/16 and I, started here a year ago and have put in a year of hard work. Both girls are stronger, more confident, and basically bad a$$ enough that I feel confident that they can handle themselves in most any situation. More importantly my daughters and I have formed a bond forged in blood, sweat, and tears. As we enter our second year my daughters still look forward to training with me several days a week, I don’t see a lot of dads spending that kind of time with their teenage daughters. Hundreds of hours over the last year not spent on a phone or a couch! The lessons are as much about mentally being ready for anything as physically being ready. The Instructor and assistant instructors are all quality people, people you can trust. We have also met some great new friends that we beat up, uhh I mean work out with every week. To be sure it’s hard, Krav Maga isn’t for the lazy of body or mind, But people of almost any fitness level or age can start and succeed here. In a world full of sheep and wolves training at KMHR will prepare you and or your kids to be the sheepdog!

Maria C

The Krav Maga Hampton Roads Dojo is amazing! The instructors are really professional, experienced, passionate and provide a training environment that is safe, controlled, and encouraging for all students no matter your level of experience.

I am a retired Army Veteran with 22 years of service and have tried various types of training to help stay healthy, physically fit and help navigate life with PTSD. I knew nothing of Krav Maga but decided to try it and see what it was all about. I have been a student for 6 months now and I can honestly say that these classes have not only empowered me to feel more in control of my physical abilities but also mental and emotional abilities as well. The basics, movements and combinations I have learned for self defense have helped me build a level of foundation with self confidence and motivation in my every day life.

I would recommend this class to anyone no matter their age, or level of experience; it provides a unique experience for every individual and can be life changing.

Rob F

From the first day training has been detail oriented, challenging, and fun. No matter your age or experience level classes are taught to challenge and provide responses to real world situations and get in much better physical shape at the same time. Training at KMHR is easily one of the best things I have done for myself.

James S

Krav Maga Hampton Roads is a great place to not only get an intense workout but to also learn a practical self defense. Instructor Shorts is both knowledgeable and practical with his teaching and application of Krav Maga. With times how they are you won’t be sorry you took the time to learn a new skill that hopefully you never have to use. But as the saying goes it’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

Vanessa B

Definitely recommend if you are a female looking for a good start into self-defense. I have made good connections with others and was a great builder for confidence and control.

Robert M

I highly recommend! Great atmosphere and coaches. You can’t beat the workout either. We are fortunate to have this level of expertise in our area.

Mark C

I started training with Instructor Shorts and the awesome CIT’s at KMHR September 2021. The training program run at KMHR is excellent and second to none. All members of Instructor Shorts team are top notch and great to work with. The KMHR team has helped me navigate my training goals, kept me motivated and encouraged me to expand my training into BJJ and sparring. I highly recommend Krav Maga Hampton Rhodes for anyone looking to better their self-defense training through real world application.

Gem L

My daughter and I enjoy attending the classes! Not only are we learning self-defense, I have seen my daughter grow into a confident and competitive 6yo since she has started! I appreciate the family centered practice within the teaching and events!

Jen U

Mr. Shorts and Ms. Taylar are fantastic with my 5 1/2 year old. She has been taking Krav Maga with them since she was 4 1/2 and has really grown. They focus not only on general technique but discipline, fitness and life lessons. They do their best to support what we teach at home. We very much appreciate their efforts and positive influence!