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Premier Martial Arts West El Paso
5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in El Paso, Texas
Certified school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized Krav Maga certifying organization (think Krav Maga Worldwide, IKMF, KMG or Krav Maga Alliance). If certification matters to you, ask which organization they're certified through and what certification level their instructors hold.
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 and teens (ages 3–12) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
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- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 915-474-7850
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“You must bring your children here, I guarantee you, your child will make a complete 180 in every aspect of their life and will get trophies from tournaments!”
“The program emphasizes not only physical strength and self-defense, but also important values such as respect, focus, and perseverance.”
“Highly recommend for beginners or experienced fighters.”
Other martial arts here
“My son has been attending this MMA academy for some time now, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the impact it has had on him.”
What students say
“H is an incredible instructor—he’s not only skilled in martial arts but also deeply committed to the growth and well-being of each student.”
“From day one, the staff has created a very welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels supported, regardless of their skill level.”
“From day one, the staff has created a very welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels supported, regardless of their skill level.”
“Outside of the training in itself, our son has definitely gained useful social and behavioral skills that he can apply to situations in life.”
“I’ve noticed such positive changes in my son since he started here—not just in physical strength and confidence, but in his attitude, focus, and overall character.”
“Our daughter is excited to grow her skills and confidence, we’ve looked around and Mr H was great at making us feel like this was the best spot!”
From the reviews
Mr H. Is a great instructor. We have tried other martial arts places but our kids enjoy attending here and we are HIGHLY pleased coming here. We extremely Highly recommend them for your children and they won’t disappoint . Mr Ponce is very helpful and attentive .
This martial arts school is one of the best that I have come across. Getting to know the instructors, it is clear this place not only creates tournament-winning champions, it changed the lives of the students completely. The students become more confident, better behaved at home, better grades and so much more.
My daughter has been attending this karate class for over a year now, and the improvement we’ve seen in her has been amazing. She continues to grow stronger, more confident, and more focused every day. She absolutely loves going to her classes.
Best place for Martial Arts !!! My daughter did almost 2 years at Premier Martial arts, she developed self-confidence, focus, and self-defense skills. Her instructor Mr.Hernandez does an awesome job for the kids, keeps them sharp and discipline.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Premier Martial Arts West El Paso
Premier Martial Arts West El Paso 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.
Your first Krav Maga class at Premier Martial Arts West El Paso
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.