
Meet the Master Instructors
Behind Katalyst Krav Maga
They are not only accomplished practitioners themselves, often holding high-level belts, but they are also knowledgeable mentors who provide valuable insights into techniques, strategies, and philosophy of Martial Arts.
At Katalyst Krav Maga, we pride ourselves on the quality of our Coaches. You can expect the following from our Masters:

Amazing recommendations and positive reviews.

A commitment to creating a positive Martial arts experience for all students, no matter their learning needs.

A love and passion for teaching and helping students grow and succeed.

David Bergman
Head Instructor
Krav Maga Israel Level III Certified Coach (the highest level) and Krav Maga Israel 2nd Degree Black
Belt 2 Decade Martial Arts

Sara Bergman
Member Experience Manager

David Bergman
Head Instructor
Krav Maga Israel Level III Certified Coach (the highest level) and Krav Maga Israel 2nd Degree Black Belt 2 Decade Martial Arts

Sara Bergman
Member Experience Manager

Why the Virginia Beach Community
Loves
Our Martial Arts Classes
Eric Schoonover2025-04-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great teachers. Supportive classmates John Wilburn2025-04-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love it here. Everyone is super friendly and encouraging. Plus it gives you more real world scenarios instead of some martial arts that are just for tournaments Dave Greig2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great training through well-developed classes. Good vibe as the students are here to learn while also having fun. Lori Williams2025-02-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great gym! Excellent instructors! No matter what your skill level, you will feel comfortable and confident in the instructions you receive. Classes are blended well to be inclusive of all ages and skill sets. Abe Mirza2025-01-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been taking classes at Katalyst for a little over a month now, and I’m definitely glad I made the decision to join. I don’t have much of a background in martial arts, but I can see that there’s something to offer here for both experienced and inexperienced people. The coaches are all very professional and knowledgeable- David clearly knows what he is doing and has done a good job of building a positive environment to train in. I look forward to continuing my training here Dana Phelps2025-01-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely incredible facility and instructors. In just a month of hard work, I already feel so much more comfortable, self-confident, and knowledgeable. I couldn’t recommend Katalyst and this fabulous team of people more Bailey Tressler2025-01-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been training with David for over a year. Not only has the community been such a blessing to me, but the training itself has improved my self-confidence, posture, and overall mentality towards life. I believe this is due to David & Sara’s values when running their business. For instance, classes include more than martial arts defensive tactics; they include self-awareness, situational awareness, “Stop the Bleed” courses, team building, Virginia’s laws around self-defense, and basic anatomy. He values ensuring students understand the “why” behind what he does. During our class recap, he explains his methods of teaching and how his personal learning experiences contribute to who he is as an instructor and what he teaches in the gym. I’m so thankful for the community and instructors at Katalyst! Matt Cognac2025-01-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started at Katalyst a little over a year and half ago with martial arts experience. From the very first day I felt welcomed and challenged to push my limits. David is a top notch very knowledgeable instructor who takes an individualised approach with each and every student with years of experience as well as his coaching assistants. Katalyst is home to people of all ages, backrounds and skill levels. I also like how the classes include beginners and advanced students to share knowledge! In the time I've spent I have not only benifited physically but mentally as well gaining experience and confidence. Weather you are an absolute beginner or an experienced martial artist and self defense practitioner this is the place to be! Much love❤️ Angela Rothwell2025-01-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I are new, and we are enjoying our classes so far. We are learning a lot and we look forward to our next class. Everyone is very friendly and very welcoming.Load more