Frequently Asked Questions

We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions and answered them here. Before sending us a query, please make sure that your question has not been answered below.

• What do I need to do Krav Maga?

  • Because Krav Maga is not a martial art, but a self-defence and combat system, you don't need any special gear to train in. All you need are some comfortable clothes that you don't mind being stretched or sometimes torn. You can do Krav Maga in anything you're comfortable with; we even have students that train in their suits (which is realistic)!
    A free compulsary demonstration must be attended before starting with training!
    See the Golani Schedule for demonstration dates.

• What is the duration of a Krav Maga class?

  • Krav Maga classes are generally 1 hour in duration. Special classes or workshops differ however, and can be a few hours in duration.

• What is the duration of a Krav Maga course?

  • Krav Maga should not be viewed as a course - courses are short in duration and don't really teach you anything you'll be able to use in real life. Covering the foundation skills of Golani Krav Maga should take approximately 1 year, but we recommend ongoing training, as once you stop training, your skills retention will deteriorate.

• Where are the Krav Maga studios situated?

  • Please visit the Locations page to see where our studios are situated.

• Can anyone do Krav Maga?

  • Yes. Anyone 18 years and older is eligible to do Krav Maga. It's not just for law enforcement or big groups - all individuals are welcome. Civilian and law enforcement training differs however.

• What is the Krav Maga class schedule?

  • Please view the Krav Maga Training Schedule for current class times. As the need arrises however, more class times are added. If you'd like to have a class at a time not listed, please feel free to request a new class time-slot and we'll see what we can do.

• What are the costs involved?

  • Please contact us for costing.

• I've heard/seen/read about Krav Maga, how do I know if what Golani teaches works?

  • In terms of words, nothing can convince you that what we do has any worth. That is exactly why we encourage you to attend a demonstration, where you can scrutinize our system for yourself.

• I'm an experienced martial artist, why is Krav Maga different?

  • We would recommend that you attend a free demonstration where we can demonstrate the differences between martial arts and Krav Maga. Wording the differences does not work, but experiencing it will help you understand why it's so much different. Please contact us if you'd like to attend a demonstration.
    A free compulsary demonstration must be attended before starting with training!
    See the Golani Schedule for demonstration dates.

• I've done/been doing Krav Maga elsewhere, can I just continue my training with Golani?

  • Please join us for an evaluation of the training you've received. We can then discuss the way forward regarding your Krav Maga training with us.