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Krav Maga New York

4.9 ★★★★★ 157 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Lincolndale, New York

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 Fitness & conditioning

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 — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • Level classes Level 1–5 classes on the schedule — a graded curriculum that builds your skills step by step as you progress
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule kmny.us — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (914) 256-1325

Hours

Monday 9:30–11 AM, 4–8 PM
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 9:30–11 AM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday 8:30–10 AM, 4–8 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM–12:30 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 Krav Maga New York, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 5 mentions

“Excellent - The coaches are phenomenal with the kids and keeps everyone engaged/ having fun while teaching important self defense skill.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“I've also started taking BJJ Beginner classes, and am having so much fun learning a whole new set of skills.”

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🎯 Level Classes 2 mentions

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🔥 Fitness & Conditioning 2 mentions

“If you are looking for a great place to get in shape while learning self defense and make some great friends, then please come try KMNY!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 8 mentions

“Not only will you learn practical self-defense techniques but you will gain confidence and enhance your mental agility in ways never experienced in a regular gym situation.”

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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 New York — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“I've also started taking BJJ Beginner classes, and am having so much fun learning a whole new set of skills.”

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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 157 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“You will not be disappointed… 2017 Excellent instructors and technical instruction don’t think I can say enough about that ….”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“Everyone there is welcoming and friendly with no judgement, creating a space for you feel more confident as you move along the curriculum.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 14 mentions

“My fellow instructors are truly among some of the best, most qualified, talented and supportive people I know and I am lucky to work along side them.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 3 mentions

“Not only will you learn practical self-defense techniques but you will gain confidence and enhance your mental agility in ways never experienced in a regular gym situation.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 4 mentions

“Not only will you learn practical self-defense techniques but you will gain confidence and enhance your mental agility in ways never experienced in a regular gym situation.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“Being a small female (4'11) , I wanted training where my height and weight would not be a great disadvantage.”

From the reviews

Been training for 10 years with the KMNY team and they are phenomenal. It’s an exceptional experience and I continue to learn something every time I'm there. What I said 6 years ago still holds true today and is a testament to the quality of the school, the instructors and the students who train there.

★★★★★ — Luis, May 2024

Such an incredible place! The teachers make every class fun and engaging, and everyone feels welcome no matter their skill level. The sense of community is something I truly miss whenever I’m away for work.

★★★★★ — G., Oct 2025

Erin is a patient, kind and highly skilled instructor who knows how to engage with my kids and keep them focused during each lesson. She makes learning Krav fun. Highly recommended 💜

★★★★★ — Lauren, Nov 2025

I've always been interested in taking up self-defense training and or a martial art. Being a small female (4'11) , I wanted training where my height and weight would not be a great disadvantage.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Oct 2013

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Krav Maga New York

Krav Maga New York 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first Krav Maga class at Krav Maga New York

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 New York

152 US-202, Lincolndale, NY10540

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