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 Robert Koyier 
 
2024-05-04
 
 
  
Great training with superb coaches, they are very patient with everyone… I enjoy each and every session. I would recommend anyone to join .
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Ursula Salkey 
 
2024-04-23
 
 
  
My daughter started taking classes here to help her deal with bullying and self defense and she has blossomed in confidence and has learned to be able to defend herself. I love how Katalyst gives real life examples and lets everyone know this is just training in a controlled environment but with practice and with this training you’ll be able to defend yourself in unexpected situations.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Eric Denis 
 
2024-04-22
 
 
  
Wonderful, challenging, and inspiring atmosphere!  Extremely experienced and knowledgeable staff, humble yet appropriately aggressive teaching relevant combative skills. No wasted time on unnecessary “conditioning” or techniques. Fully committed to your growth and development.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Noah Thomason 
 
2024-04-20
 
 
  
The work ethic, and commitment to the students, of the owners is unmatched. You will sweat, you will be held accountable, and it will always be worth it.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jay 
 
2024-04-20
 
 
  
Very detailed class instruction and helps prepare for real life experiences! Personally I feel safe knowing I have some form of knowledge to protect myself. Everyone at the gym is encouraging and welcoming :)
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Belinda Traber 
 
2024-04-17
 
 
  
My son has been in martial arts for a long time and joined Katalyst a few months ago. He loves it! It’s different from what he’s done before, he works hard, learns a lot, and the classes are always fun. Both adult and kid classes teach to real world situations we may potentially have to face.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Matt Wood 
 
2024-04-17
 
 
  
Fantastic gym.  Focuses on fundamentals and builds up from there.  Great for beginners (like me) as well as more proficient KM folks.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Katelyn Kilmer 
 
2024-03-16
 
 
  
I felt welcome the second I walked in the door! The lessons are taught in a simple and digestible way and help you practice the skills in a safe environment with enough competition to help you learn how to defend yourself in a real-world scenario. I can't recommend this gym enough. I've tried a couple of others over the years, but this is the one that stuck. Give it a try, I promise you won't regret it!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 travis williams 
 
2024-03-14
 
 
  
I have spent the last couple months training at katalyst 3/4 times a week and they have exceeded my expectations in every way. The staff is great Sara is exceptionally wonderful at managing the member experience, she makes everyone feel welcome and demonstrates a level of professionalism and attentiveness that truly sets them apart.
The head instructor David embodies the essence of martial arts philosophy, blending expertise with humility and respect. Under his guidance in the short time I’ve been there, I have not only grown as a martial artist but also as an individual.
Simply put If you want to learn how to protect your family and loved ones in this crazy world we live in then this is the place to go.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 

About Krav Maga

Krav Maga is a self-defense system from Israel, developed for the military. It emphasizes practical techniques for real-life situations, incorporating elements from boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and more. Founder Imi Lichtenfeld adapted effective techniques, focusing on quick, efficient responses to threats. Training includes striking, defending chokes, grappling, weapons defense, tactical first aid and situational awareness, preparing practitioners for real encounters. Krav Maga is also popular for fitness and conditioning, but proper training with a qualified instructor is essential due to its potential dangers.

Classes at Katalyst

Our martial arts classes are one-hour long, fast-paced, and fun! We teach in small bite-sized chunks to keep classes moving and your heart rates up. We know you are here to train, not listen to someone talk about training (we have been in those classes). Here at Katalyst Krav Maga in Virginia Beach, we prioritize learning time-tested principles that will keep you safe, not memorizing techniques. Everyone is welcome, and we have a Krav Maga class to suit your needs!

Our Kids/Teen martial arts classes are specifically for ages 7 – 12.

Classes will be reloading July 15th

The best Krav Maga classes in the Virginia Beach, VA, area of Hampton

We want to ignite a passion for fitness, martial arts, personal responsibility, and excellence. At Katalyst Krav Maga, we motivate our kids to take responsibility for their training, personal excellence, and relationships with their Krav Maga training partners. We have a positive, fun class culture where there are clear and consistent expectations and enforcement of class boundaries. This is not a culture of yelling or harsh verbal boundaries but of quiet, consistent application of structure. Our instructor, Dan Brooks, wants to pass on the same passion, self-control, and discipline that changed his life he was kid.

Fighter Fitness

“I never went to the gym to work out. I went to learn. I ended up sweaty and tired, so you might say a workout happened, but it was in the process of learning”

Dr. Ed Thomas

Each Krav Maga class will definitely get your heart rate up as we drill specific skills that are required for practical self-defense. However if you want to build even more strength and endurance, we include with our basic membership 30-minute fighter fitness sessions throughout the week. We firmly believe that being more fit will help not just your physical skills, but also help build self-confidence and increase your self-esteem (a major deterrent for someone interviewing you for the position of a victim). We use a combination of Kettlebell, bodyweight, TRX trainers, and sandbags to get you ready for whatever life throws your way!

1. We are different than the $20-a-month gym.
2. You are learning Krav Maga, a practical self-defense skill.
3. We want to see you in class and will check in if you aren’t.

We stick with one program for 4 to 8 weeks to really see skill and strength develop. Then, we change variables to challenge you further and provide you with a great workout.

Curriculum

The curriculum here at Katalyst Krav Maga in Virginia Beach centers around two simple and battle-tested self-defense principles: hit hard enough to inflict damage, then disengage from the conflict, OR control your opponent and move into a more dominant position where disengagement is safe. We start with the basics in our self-defense classes and Krav Maga training: punching, wrestling, chokehold releases, basic weapon defenses, and ground defense.

We offer a great workout and guarantee that you will be sweating by the end of every class. I have had clients train with me two to four times a week and see dramatic improvements in their physical and mental well-being. This is thanks to consistently attending our Krav Maga classes and conditioning classes where they master a skill and not just complete another set of burpees (though burpees are a class “favorite”).    

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