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Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense

5 ★★★★★ 161 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Krav Maga school Free intro Beginners welcome Women's classes Private lessons Fitness & conditioning

Plan your first class

  • Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Women's self-defense dedicated women's self-defense classes — a welcoming, no-pressure space to learn practical skills and build real confidence
  • 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
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule kravmagafayetteville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 479-799-7144

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8 pm
Thursday 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Women's Self-Defense

“The women's class is a great way to get started and build skills and confidence, Kate is so sweet and knowledgeable.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“The classes are great for both brand new and experienced fighters - they'll give you high quality teaching no matter where you're coming from!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Our private class was amazing and well worth it!”

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🔥 Fitness & Conditioning

“This is an amazing place to get a fun fitness class and/or learn self defense.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 14 mentions

“Learning self defense at Fayetteville Krav Maga is a great way to improve your fitness while learning valuable, life-saving skills in a fun environment.”

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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 Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense — 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 161 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“Cole is such a great instructor, creating a comfortable environment while teaching skills that can be life saving.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and do a wonderful job of creating a welcoming, safe learning environment.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 11 mentions

“If you do it right it can easily become your second family and the most fun you'll ever have learning to protect yourself in a dangerous world.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 14 mentions

“The classes here start with a half hour workout session, and work through tactic training, then physical practice, then other practical defensive strategy training.”

🔥 great workout & conditioning 4 mentions

“Learning self defense at Fayetteville Krav Maga is a great way to improve your fitness while learning valuable, life-saving skills in a fun environment.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 4 mentions

“I strongly recommend Cole's training for anyone who wants to feel more confident and capable stepping out into an increasingly uncertain world.”

From the reviews

I cannot say enough good things about Fayetteville Krav Maga. Learning self defense at Fayetteville Krav Maga is a great way to improve your fitness while learning valuable, life-saving skills in a fun environment.

★★★★★ — Auburn, Sep 2018

If you're interested but unsure, DO IT. I've been going to Fayetteville Krav Maga for a few months now, and I can't recommend them enough. The instructors are very welcoming and attentive to newcomers.

★★★★★ — Scott, Jan 2019

This is an amazing place to get a fun fitness class and/or learn self defense. All levels are taught and I've never felt so welcome anywhere as I was at each one! The women's class is a great way to get started and build skills and confidence, Kate is so sweet and knowledgeable. I promise you won't regret signing up!!!

★★★★★ — Melinda, Dec 2022

I have been attending Krav classes since March and it has been nothing but outstanding! Cole and the other instructors are extremely knowledgeable as well as committed to each student and their development!

★★★★★ — Aaron, Oct 2024

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense

Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense

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 Fayetteville Krav Maga | Self Defense

1700 N College Ave, Fayetteville, AR72703

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