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Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Tucson, Arizona

Krav Maga school Certified Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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.

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  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
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  • Website & schedule wwwcombativeedgekravmaga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 520-975-0168

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Krav Maga classes on the schedule at Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 5 mentions

“Extremely pleased with the self-defense training and discipline my son has acquired since joining the youth program with Ken.”

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🥋 Adult Krav Maga

“My daughter has been going to class for about 4 months and I was so impressed that I have started the adult classes.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Extremely pleased with the self-defense training and discipline my son has acquired since joining the youth program with Ken.”

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Other martial arts here

Krav Maga schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, or firearms defense alongside your Krav Maga, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 7 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“Real world experience and techniques for both youth and adults.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 3 mentions

“He is an effective and compassionate instructor, and my son looks forward to his class every week.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 2 mentions

“Ken is such a patient instructor for uncoordinated galoots like myself, and he keeps things interesting by relating the drills to more advanced techniques.”

From the reviews

My daughter has been going to class for about 4 months and I was so impressed that I have started the adult classes. The patience and skill used to teach is fantastic. Ken is amazing! These are real life skills everyone needs. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Laurella, Feb 2024

Extremely pleased with the self-defense training and discipline my son has acquired since joining the youth program with Ken. He is an effective and compassionate instructor, and my son looks forward to his class every week.

★★★★★ — Raelee, Feb 2024

Very competent instructor, with a great class climate. Highly recommend for anyone thinking about Martial Arts.

★★★★★ — Darth, Feb 2024

Amazing classes! Real world experience and techniques for both youth and adults. Friendly atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Arianna, Feb 2024

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness

Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness 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.

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Your first Krav Maga class at Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness

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.

Krav Maga is a contact activity. Ease in, train at your own pace, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Combative edge Krav Mga self defense and fitness

8049 E Lakeside Pkwy Ste 215, Tucson, AZ85730

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