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FEKS Martial Arts Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Forest, Virginia

Krav Maga school Kids & teens Private lessons LE & military

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule lynchburgkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (434) 830-5175

Hours

Monday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–12 PM, 4:30–9 PM
Wednesday 5–8:30 PM
Thursday 10 AM–12 PM, 5:30–9 PM
Friday 6–9 PM
Saturday 9 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 FEKS Martial Arts Center, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 16 mentions

“He started at 5 yrs old not able to focus and 6 years later he is a completely different kid partly due to the training he has received at FEKS!”

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🥋 Adult Krav Maga 2 mentions

“I am in the adult classes and they are small enough to get plenty of personal instruction.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“We attended a private lesson for the first time and it was an awesome experience.”

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🎖️ Law Enforcement & Military

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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 FEKS Martial Arts Center — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Sensei Bruce immediately replied to my trial inquiry (quick form on their website), and within a half hour I had plans to get a kickboxing session in.”

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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 104 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“This place is professional, family owned and operated, and provides world class instruction from people that have been practicing their entire life!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“It can be difficult while traveling to find a welcoming combat sports gym to drop in on, which made me feel so lucky to have found this place.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 24 mentions

“This place is professional, family owned and operated, and provides world class instruction from people that have been practicing their entire life!”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 4 mentions

“The teachers and students were fun to interact with and the the confidence that grew after each class was like nothing I had experienced before.”

From the reviews

First impressions mean everything to me when introducing my special needs child to a new environment. We attended a private lesson for the first time and it was an awesome experience. They took the time to ask important questions and paid close attention to how my child engaged in activities provided.

★★★★★ — Algeria, Jul 2023

FEKS is an awesome gym with an amazing staff. I've only been training there for around 6 months now, but beyond the intense training in techniques and fitness, I love the fact that Master Bruce and his family really do feel like friends and a second family.

★★★★★ — Sean, Oct 2018

The instructors and environment at FEKS are absolutely stellar. Our expectations have been more than exceeded by every aspect. Our ten-year old daughter has gained discipline, confidence, and so much joy in her learning at FEKS. We love FEKS, all the instructors, and the incredible camaraderie that goes on here.

★★★★★ — Jimmy, Jan 2018

Can't say enough positive things about FEKS. I trained there for over 5 years. They truly have a FAMILY attitude and spirit in addition to expert level instruction. Safety and encouraging growth are top priorities. They have instruction appropriate for all ages. I am proud and honored to call the Rubinbergs friends.

★★★★★ — Jeff, May 2025

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Your first Krav Maga class at FEKS Martial Arts Center

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 FEKS Martial Arts Center

18478 Forest Rd, Forest, VA24551

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