Self-Defense Near Portsmouth, VA
Katalyst Krav Maga is proud to offer self-defense classes to the residents of Portsmouth, VA, and surrounding areas. In an increasingly dangerous world, defending yourself and others during an attack is essential. Fostering safety and security in yourself and your relationships can make for a happy and healthier life.

Teaching You Action And Reaction
In self-defense classes, we teach you to:
- Defend yourself when weapons are deployed
- Manage unknown contacts with conversation and arcing movements
- Use punches and kicks safely and adequately
- Block kicks and punches from an attacker
At Katalyst Krav Maga, we give you the tools to protect yourself in most situations.
Providing Self-Defense Classes to Portsmouth, VA
We proudly serve Portsmouth, VA, and surrounding areas. Portsmouth, VA, offers many beautiful possibilities, from the Virginia Children’s Museum to the Atlantic Union Bank Pavillion. This city is home to many events and fun resources. Just over the river, Norfolk, VA, is home to the largest naval base on the east coast. We are proud to serve such a beautiful and bountiful area.
Questions You May Have
We understand investing your time and money into something, especially when it is unfamiliar. We are happy to answer any questions that you are still waiting to see listed, feel free to give us a call or email.
What is the Definition of Self-Defense?
Self-defense is the ability to protect oneself and/or family members from bodily harm. The use of force is contingent on how much force was used by the attacker. This can look like punches, kicks, defense tools being drawn and used, and shoves to escape.
What is the Most Important Part of Self-Defense?
The two key components to surviving an attack using self-defense are staying upright and conscious. If you want the best fighting chance, you need to keep on your feet. Of course, Katalyst Krav Maga also gives you the tools to fight from the ground if you end up on the ground.
Should You Scream if Attacked?
Yes, when attacked, you should scream, call for help, anything that will draw attention to yourself. The noise will drive away attackers if they think they will get caught. Doing anything that attracts people or raises suspicion will help you survive the attack.
Sign Up Today!
We offer a free trial class for you to get to know us. Our lead coach and owner, David Bergman, and his team of assistant coaches are excited to meet you. You can schedule your trial class by clicking our programs tab or calling us. We currently run trial classes Monday through Thursday. We are so excited to start you off on your self-defense journey.