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Katalyst Kombatives
5 ★★★★★ 125 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Virginia Beach, Virginia
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
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
- LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
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- Website & schedule katalystkombatives.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (757) 909-7790
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–7:15 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I was interested in learning self defense, but had never done any form of martial arts training before.”
“Ample opportunity is given to practice and build proficiency while receiving feedback and correction on technique.”
“It has been really rewarding for me to see an improvement in self-defense skills that are useful for my safety and that help build my confidence as a younger woman.”
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What students say
“David is a top notch very knowledgeable instructor who takes an individualised approach with each and every student with years of experience as well as his coaching assistants.”
“I was nervous my first class, but Sara, David, Tara, and everyone in class made the environment feel comfortable.”
“Everyone - the instructors and members, both - are so welcoming, which made it easy to get over my anxiety and feel comfortable right away.”
“It has been really rewarding for me to see an improvement in self-defense skills that are useful for my safety and that help build my confidence as a younger woman.”
“If you’re looking for a gym where you’ll not only grow in your martial arts journey but also become part of a truly empowering and welcoming community, Katalyst is the place.”
“During our class recap, he explains his methods of teaching and how his personal learning experiences contribute to who he is as an instructor and what he teaches in the gym.”
From the reviews
I have been coming to classes at Katalyst for almost 5 months now and I love it! I was interested in learning self defense, but had never done any form of martial arts training before. I was nervous my first class, but Sara, David, Tara, and everyone in class made the environment feel comfortable.
I’ve been training with David for over a year. Not only has the community been such a blessing to me, but the training itself has improved my self-confidence, posture, and overall mentality towards life. I believe this is due to David & Sara’s values when running their business.
I joined Katalyst Krav Maga for two basic reasons. One, to be able to defend myself and my loved ones. Two, to get into shape. As a beginner I think this class is amazing. The instructor David takes the time to make sure that a strong foundation is established to build upon.
I started at Katalyst a little over a year and half ago with martial arts experience. From the very first day I felt welcomed and challenged to push my limits. David is a top notch very knowledgeable instructor who takes an individualised approach with each and every student with years of experience as well as his…
New to Krav Maga? Start at Katalyst Kombatives
Katalyst Kombatives 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 Katalyst Kombatives
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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