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Premier Martial Arts Hamburg

4.9 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Lexington, Kentucky

Krav Maga school Free intro Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 3–19) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (859) 785-3700

Hours

Monday 1–8:30 PM
Tuesday 1–8:30 PM
Wednesday 1–8:30 PM
Thursday 1–8:30 PM
Friday 1–8:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 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 Premier Martial Arts Hamburg, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 32 mentions

“It’s has done wonders for both my children Both of which have had self confidence and self discipline issues.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“She then convinced him to come in and watch and finish his private lesson.”

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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 Premier Martial Arts Hamburg — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

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 66 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 5 mentions

“Thank you Premier for all the amazing thing you have taught my kid and giving him the confidence to believe in himself.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“Thank you Premier for all the amazing thing you have taught my kid and giving him the confidence to believe in himself.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 2 mentions

“We are so impressed with the kindness, dedication, and attentiveness that is given by both Sensei Josh and Nate.”

From the reviews

My son is 4 years old and such a "covid kid" so our time in class each week is his time to let loose. I love that the instructors are so patient and the lessons are right on time for the little ones. Rj looks forward to "ninja school" each week and always comes home practicing the moves. Thank you Premier Martial Arts

★★★★★ — Shannon, Jun 2021

My son has gained strength and confidence since starting at PMA. He loves learning materials arts and I love that he is also learning important lessons of character building and personal development.

★★★★★ — Lori, Jan 2022

Absolute wonderful place and staff is the best I’ve ever seen! It’s has done wonders for both my children Both of which have had self confidence and self discipline issues.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Jul 2022

My five year old son has been at PMA for 2 years and we have seen significant growth in his physical health and character development. The accountability of a nationwide organization provides the stability to know my son is in good hands.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Aug 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 66 reviews →

New to Krav Maga? Start at Premier Martial Arts Hamburg

Premier Martial Arts Hamburg 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first Krav Maga class at Premier Martial Arts Hamburg

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 Premier Martial Arts Hamburg

2160 Sir Barton Way Ste 139, Lexington, KY40509

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