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On Point Krav Maga

4.8 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Waltham, Massachusetts

Krav Maga school Free intro Beginners welcome Private lessons LE & military Fitness & conditioning

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
  • LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule onpointkravmaga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (978) 288-1704

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 6:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday 11 AM–1 PM

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 On Point Krav Maga, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“I've never done anything like self-defense before and always wanted to learn.”

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Teens

“They have adults and teen classes.”

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🔥 Fitness & Conditioning

“The conditioning class before the Krav Maga class is a great workout, no need for a gym membership!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 12 mentions

“Nic is a versatile & dedicated instructor who has created an environment that I walked into 2 months ago (with very little background in self-defense) and now feel at home in.”

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🎖️ Law Enforcement & Military

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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 On Point Krav Maga — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“He put us through boxing, knife defense and some other mixed martial arts for real world situations.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“I've been practicing Boxing and Krav with Nic as my trainer for some time now and hands down, his technique and training are some of the best around.”

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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 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 4 mentions

“Not only do you have a great instructor that does a very good job explaining new movements but the community he has created will keep you coming back.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 4 mentions

“Also, Nic is incredibly honest and supportive, which I think brings out the best in his students as well.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 9 mentions

“It's also a great group of students working with each other, who have a lot of fun together while learning really practical skills.”

🔥 great workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“The conditioning class before the Krav Maga class is a great workout, no need for a gym membership!”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 4 mentions

“OPKM is a fantastic place where you can find an empowering experience and a warm community.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“OPKM is a fantastic place where you can find an empowering experience and a warm community.”

From the reviews

Nic is an AMAZING coach - I've been training with him for over a year and have improved my skills and fitness level significantly. This type of class can seem overwhelming if you've never tried martial arts, or feel out of shape (both of which applied to me when I first started) but Nic is a great teacher for all…

★★★★★ — Jackie, Jul 2018

Nic is a really amazing coach and has created a really great atmosphere at the gym. The classes are pretty small, but there's always a great mix of genders/body types/experience levels, which make for a great learning environment.

★★★★★ — Margaret, Apr 2019

I had a great experience. I’m 33, and have never taken any fighting or martial arts classes. I was a bit nervous but Nic made me feel completely comfortable in my first class. It was fun. We started out with some fundamentals and we got to do some light sparring at the end.

★★★★★ — Breton, Jul 2018

A couple of things make OPKM in Waltham stand out: teach defense and offense and emphasize most efficient way to do them. I feel it is more useful in real life. They have variety of classes to choose. The amount of work in classes are quite good. You will sweat after the class and feel fulfilled.

★★★★★ — Jianmei, Jun 2023

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New to Krav Maga? Start at On Point Krav Maga

On Point Krav Maga 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first Krav Maga class at On Point Krav Maga

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 On Point Krav Maga

212 Calvary St, Waltham, MA02453

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