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A+R TACTICS
4.9 ★★★★★ 126 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Charlotte, North Carolina
Certified school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized Krav Maga certifying organization (think Krav Maga Worldwide, IKMF, KMG or Krav Maga Alliance). If certification matters to you, ask which organization they're certified through and what certification level their instructors hold.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ar-tactics.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (980) 408-6940
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I highly recommend AR Tactics to anyone serious about firearms training, whether you're a civilian, law enforcement, or military.”
“I originally signed up for the monthly CQB workshop, but when that class fell through, A&R worked with me to set up a private session.”
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“I highly recommend AR Tactics to anyone serious about firearms training, whether you're a civilian, law enforcement, or military.”
What students say
“Our instructor was extremely knowledgeable and immediately assessed our skill level, adjusting our training to us.”
“I never felt any question was too dumb to ask, because as I asked it, I was given the opportunity to see why what I was asking was effective vs.”
“He worked with my experience level and gave me confidence.”
“It empowers and enriches women.”
“In the 2 hours I spent, the visit was well worth the price, and I am looking forward to another opportunity to expand on what I learned during my visit.”
“The hands-on training was realistic, engaging, and pushed me to a higher level.”
From the reviews
Fantastic day! Our instructor was extremely knowledgeable and immediately assessed our skill level, adjusting our training to us. This was myself and my 14 year old son. He taught us at our level, answered all of our questions, and made the pace informative and quite fun.
TLDR: If you are considering firearm ownership, or even experienced in handling firearms/marksmanship, you need to book a session to understand the greater picture that is handling situations that come with using a firearm.
I had an incredible experience training with AR Tactics. I attended two-days of CQB training, and also had the privilege of a one-on-one session with Instructor Rivers, the company’s owner. The level of instruction was top-notch, and I walked away with a wealth of skills and knowledge.
I want to tell you a little story... My wife is very liberal and do not like guns. I did training at AR and took my wife after without telling her what she is gonna do at AR I dropped her at AR and left her with Nicole, knowing that she will dissolve my wife's antagonist attitude about guns and more important,…
New to Krav Maga? Start at A+R TACTICS
A+R TACTICS comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a self-defense class, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or athletic to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build the fundamentals (stance, movement, and core self-defense techniques) over weeks, and controlled pressure-testing eases in gradually so every drill stays safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or Level 1 class time so your first session is alongside others who are also just starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Krav Maga class at A+R TACTICS
Nervous about walking into a Krav Maga school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling a few core techniques with a partner — controlled and at your own pace, not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move in — there's no uniform or special gear you need to buy to get started. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — most schools have everything else you'll need for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call what to bring. Pressure-testing eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid — you won't be sparring hard on day one. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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