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Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC

4.7 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Women's classes LE & military

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
  • Women's self-defense dedicated women's self-defense classes — a welcoming, no-pressure space to learn practical skills and build real confidence
  • LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
  • Website & schedule kravmagampls.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 612-558-2284

The classes they run

Krav Maga classes on the schedule at Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Women's Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Took a women’s self defense class here last night and it was great.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“I went to the self defense beginner plus today and absolutely loved it.”

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🎖️ Law Enforcement & Military

“Gail came and taught a class for our group of all female veterans and it was incredible.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 9 mentions

“Besides a great workout, gaining confidence and self-defense skills, I've met the best people and built wonderful friendships.”

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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 Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“They also offer BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) which may not be obvious, but the instruction is excellent.”

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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 38 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“Extremely knowledgeable instructors, and tons of fun every time!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Krav Maga MPLS stands apart in the welcoming nature of the intstructors (where else do you see the instructors getting hugged by the majority of the class every single day?”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 13 mentions

“Krav Maga MPLS stands apart in the welcoming nature of the intstructors (where else do you see the instructors getting hugged by the majority of the class every single day?”

🎯 practical, effective technique 7 mentions

“Besides a great workout, gaining confidence and self-defense skills, I've met the best people and built wonderful friendships.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 3 mentions

“Besides a great workout, gaining confidence and self-defense skills, I've met the best people and built wonderful friendships.”

💗 welcoming to women 5 mentions

“Gail came and taught a class for our group of all female veterans and it was incredible.”

From the reviews

This place is AMAZING! The instructors are phenomenal and push you to reach your full potential. Gail is a happy, outgoing woman who makes you feel right at home and Dante is a wonderful, precise teacher. I could write a ton of positive things about all the instructors there and I have no negative complaints at all.

★★★★★ — Anna, Oct 2017

I went to the self defense beginner plus today and absolutely loved it. I am no where in shape and I had anxiety going and getting left behind in the class. Quickly in, I realized you can't get left behind. There is so much good energy in this class the moment your instructor greets you.

★★★★★ — Bee, Apr 2019

This gym is top notch! I have trained at many gyms in my martial arts career. Krav Maga MPLS stands apart in the welcoming nature of the intstructors (where else do you see the instructors getting hugged by the majority of the class every single day?), and the warmness of the members.

★★★★★ — Thaddeus, Aug 2016

Amazing place to learn self defense. The instructors are extremely helpful and friendly, and the people that go there are also a great bunch. They have a variety of levels, from very beginners to advance. They host useful seminars on specific topics, and are always willing to accommodate anything.

★★★★★ — Helena, Apr 2016

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC

Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC 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 Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC

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 Krav Maga Minneapolis LLC

2905 Garfield Ave, Minneapolis, MN55408

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