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Fortis Self Defense
4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Franklin, Tennessee
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
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fortisselfdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 615-656-5265
Hours
| Monday | 6–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:15–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30–10:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I am brand new to self defense classes and have been training at Fortis for about a month now.”
“I am brand new to self defense classes and have been training at Fortis for about a month now.”
What students say
“Allen and Jodi are excellent instructors and even better people.”
“A good way to stay in shape while learning a lot in a friendly environment.”
From the reviews
Great people and amazing classes. A very efficient approach to self-defense technics and an awesome workout. A good way to stay in shape while learning a lot in a friendly environment.
Allen and Jodi are awesome! They really care about your safety. We’ve learned so much and look forward to class every week.
I am brand new to self defense classes and have been training at Fortis for about a month now. I was instantly welcomed and treated with respect, regardless of my skill level. I look forward to continued growth in these classes. A great place to train.
Allen and Jodi are excellent instructors and even better people. Friendly and welcoming environment to train and learn. We have all ages and skill levels training together and supporting each other. I have been training with them for almost 9 years.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Fortis Self Defense
Fortis Self Defense 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 Fortis 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.
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🛡️ Free intro class — check their site