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Krav Maga & Fitness Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Merriam, Kansas
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
- 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 kravmagakc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (913) 544-6299
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1 PM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I'm a woman and for the first time in my life I felt comfortable walking to my car by myself.”
“Steve’s conditioning program has relieved me of my neck and shoulder pain incurred from 25 years of desk work.”
“Whether you want to learn how to protect yourself, become a better fighter, or achieve personal fitness goals this is the place to checkout!”
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What students say
“Steve is a wonderful instructor, he genuinely cares for his students, He is an all around good human and offers a very welcoming environment at his gym.”
“Steve is a wonderful instructor, he genuinely cares for his students, He is an all around good human and offers a very welcoming environment at his gym.”
“Unique workouts that are effective from a great group of trainers who really cares about the students.”
“Steve’s conditioning program has relieved me of my neck and shoulder pain incurred from 25 years of desk work.”
“Training is real and you will develope a level of confidence and self respect you never imagined.”
“Steve explains why the exercises he shares are vital for growth in getting healthier.”
From the reviews
I've attended several sessions thus far. His students love him and I can see why. One woman lost 70 pounds and looks very fit. The workouts are hard and you sweat a lot. It could be my imagination but I'm starting to see my muscles again. Some of his students have told me that they've been with him for many years.
5+ STARS! I was reluctant to attempt getting in better condition. I'm very overweight and have bad knees. Steve and his group are very accommodating as a beginner in conditioning. Steve explains why the exercises he shares are vital for growth in getting healthier.
Excellent workout. Good attitude in the gym. Happy people, no judgements. Lots of (sometimes adult) banter. I always leave tired, happy, and hungry. Krav keeps me healthy, even as I'm getting older. I've been a member for rover 15 years, and, plan on another 15.
Trained with Steve for several years. Best workout you will ever get and Steve is top notch as an instructor. Get in shape and get some of the best self defense training anywhere. If you don't rate this training a 5, you did not try hard enough.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Krav Maga & Fitness Center
Krav Maga & Fitness Center 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.
Your first Krav Maga class at Krav Maga & Fitness 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.
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