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Krav Maga Training in Armonk, NY | Israeli Krav Maga-CT
Israeli Krav Maga-CT was founded on the principles of Imi Lichtenfeld's vision, emphasizing continuous adaptation of self-defense techniques to modern threats. Our instructors, trained through rigorous seminars and master classes, specialize in Krav Maga as the official system of the Israeli Defense Forces. We focus on practical, reality-based training that leverages natural body movements, making self-defense accessible to individuals of all ages and physical abilities. Our curriculum integrates edged weapon concepts and emphasizes de-escalation, vigilance, and efficient combat techniques.With locations in Armonk, NY, and Norwalk, CT, we provide personalized private training and group classes tailored to individual goals. Our team includes certified experts in Krav Maga, knife fighting, and firearms, ensuring comprehensive instruction rooted in real-world scenarios. We prioritize empowering students to handle chaotic situations while fostering physical fitness and mental confidence.
Services
Krav Maga Classes
Weapons Training
Private Instruction
Group Classes
Edged Weapon Concepts
Highlights and features
- We offer Krav Maga instruction certified by global experts with Israeli military roots.
- Our curriculum adapts to modern threats through continuous evolution of techniques.
- We teach practical self-defense applicable to real-world scenarios, not sport combat.
- Instructors hold certifications in edged weapons and firearms for comprehensive training.
- Private sessions tailor training to individual physical abilities and learning styles.
Services
Krav Maga Classes
Our Krav Maga classes teach practical self-defense techniques derived from Israeli military combat systems. The curriculum focuses on real-world scenarios, emphasizing de-escalation, vigilance, and efficient counterattacks. Students learn to adapt techniques to modern threats while improving physical fitness and mental confidence through structured drills and stress simulations.
Weapons Training
Weapons training programs cover edged weapons, firearms, and improvised tools for self-defense. Instruction includes offensive and defensive tactics, safety protocols, and situational awareness. Certified instructors teach practical applications for real-world scenarios, ensuring students understand weapon capabilities and effective countermeasures.
Private Instruction
Private sessions offer one-on-one instruction tailored to individual goals, physical abilities, and learning styles. Sessions focus on specific self-defense scenarios, skill refinement, or accelerated progression through the Krav Maga curriculum. Flexible scheduling is available at both Armonk and Norwalk locations.
Group Classes
Group classes provide structured Krav Maga training in a collaborative environment. Sessions include technique drills, partner exercises, and scenario simulations. Participants develop physical conditioning, situational awareness, and practical self-defense skills while benefiting from peer interaction and instructor feedback.
Edged Weapon Concepts
This specialized program focuses on knife fighting techniques and defense strategies. Students learn offensive applications, disarms, and counterattacks against edged weapons. Training emphasizes safety protocols, realistic scenarios, and practical solutions for close-quarters combat situations involving blades.
People
Eric Feeney
Head Instructor
Eric Feeney began martial arts training in 1995, earning a Krav Maga black belt in 2018. He holds multiple instructor certifications and specializes in edged weapon concepts.
Scott
Instructor
Scott has trained at IKMCT since 2018, focusing on Krav Maga and edged weapon concepts. He holds firearms instructor certifications and founded JSQ Blades.
Jason Ward
MMA Coach
Jason Ward, a professional MMA fighter since 2009, teaches children's martial arts and holds a Master's degree in Sports Business Management.
Questions
What is Krav Maga?
Krav Maga is a reality-based self-defense system developed for the Israeli military, focusing on practical techniques for real-world threats.
Is Krav Maga suitable for all fitness levels?
Yes, our curriculum adapts to individual physical abilities, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels.
Do you offer private training sessions?
Yes, we provide customized private instruction tailored to your goals and schedule in Armonk and Norwalk.
What self-defense techniques are emphasized?
We focus on de-escalation, vigilance, and efficient combat techniques using natural body movements against common attacks.
Are weapons training programs available?
Yes, we offer edged weapon concepts and certified firearms instruction as part of our comprehensive self-defense curriculum.
Reviews (4)
Lazerstrike Gaming
Dec 14, 2021
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I have no idea if this place still exists. I drove into the plaza where its suppose to be and I could not find the place at all. No signs or anything. All I saw was a BJJ. I Remember a long time ago it was a big building in the front.
Michael Crystal
Aug 26, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Been studying a few martial arts over the last 20+ years and Krav is absolutely the most practical. Eric and Gus have developed and deliver a curriculum that does what it promises enabling you to feel fit, confident and protected and more! Would definitely award more than five stars were I able to!
Been studying a few martial arts over the last 20+ years and Krav is absolutely the most practical. Eric and Gus have developed and deliver a curriculum that does what it promises enabling you to feel fit, confident and protected and more! Would definitely award more than five stars were I able to!
Juleen Campbell
Oct 11, 2016
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I called for info I told the man my precious exp w martial arts studios and he assured me his studio was different I appreciated so very much the way I was taken seriously I will be recommending my friends to go to him after I check out his class
Joseph DiGiacinto
Jan 14, 2015
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Approximately eighteen months ago I was determined to locate an instructor that could provide the training and knowledge that would enable me to acquire some degree of competence in self-defense. Fortunately, I was referred to Gus Bottazzi (Gus) and his Israeli Krav Maga studio. I highly recommend Gus and his staff to any individual who wants to learn and attain any level of self-defense skills. Gus is a gifted and remarkable teacher and makes each session an interesting experience; he quickly discerned my limited abilities and structures his tutorials in a manner that allows me to achieve
