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Sheepdog Krav Maga

5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Lebanon, Tennessee

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Phone +1 615-479-9963

Hours

Monday 6:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6:30–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Sheepdog Krav Maga, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 2 mentions

“They accommodated my extremely ADHD kid, and allowed him to take the same class as me despite being a bit young.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Classes are a great way to break up the repetive nature of the gym, learn practical self defense skills and meet new people!”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 9 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“Coach Bill is awesome and veey knowledgeable, my son loves coming here and we will continue to come here.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 2 mentions

“Classes are a great way to break up the repetive nature of the gym, learn practical self defense skills and meet new people!”

🔥 great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“Classes are a great way to break up the repetive nature of the gym, learn practical self defense skills and meet new people!”

From the reviews

It was a good workout without being too strenuous! I love how they can have multiple levels in the same class and I know when I get into better shape, they will still be able to challenge me. They accommodated my extremely ADHD kid, and allowed him to take the same class as me despite being a bit young.

★★★★★ — Shela, May 2023

It is located in the Warehouse to your right when you drive-in towards the back. It is in the same place as a crossfit is in. Coach Bill is awesome and veey knowledgeable, my son loves coming here and we will continue to come here.

★★★★★ — Deniz, May 2023

Bill and Trinity are amazing instructors who are able to work with all people at all skill levels! Classes are a great way to break up the repetive nature of the gym, learn practical self defense skills and meet new people!

★★★★★ — Kenn, Apr 2022

Bill is passionate about self defense and knows what he is doing! He’s consistent and cares about his clients understanding the art of it all. Plus it’s a great workout!

★★★★★ — Richard, Oct 2021

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Sheepdog Krav Maga

Sheepdog Krav Maga 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.

Call about beginner classes: +1 615-479-9963

Your first Krav Maga class at Sheepdog 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 Sheepdog Krav Maga

1420 Toshiba Dr, Lebanon, TN37087

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