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Silverback Self Defense

5 ★★★★★ 467 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Cypress, Texas

Krav Maga school Certified Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 Private lessons LE & military

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 — 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
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule silverback-selfdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 832-617-0317

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–9 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 Silverback Self Defense, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“This will be a great opportunity for newcomers, beginners, as well as advanced training.”

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Teens

“Took the class for teens/moms with Robert.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 35 mentions

“I had the opportunity to participate in a self-defense class offered by Silverback self Defense at a local day center while volunteering, and it was an outstanding experience.”

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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 Silverback Self Defense — 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 467 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 4 mentions

“The instructor was highly knowledgeable, professional, and delivered the material in a way that was both practical and easy to understand.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 4 mentions

“What stood out most was the instructor’s ability to create a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that everyone felt comfortable engaging and learning.”

🎯 practical, effective technique 15 mentions

“While the course is great for everyone, I believe every woman should experience this training — it builds confidence and provides practical skills for real-life situations.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 22 mentions

“The class was not only informative but also empowering, providing realistic techniques that can be applied in everyday situations to enhance personal safety.”

💗 welcoming to women 5 mentions

“The class was not only informative but also empowering, providing realistic techniques that can be applied in everyday situations to enhance personal safety.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 6 mentions

“Robert takes time to teach about awareness in your surroundings and de-escalation techniques before teaching hands-on self defense techniques.”

From the reviews

Took this training through my employer. It turned out to be a great experience. The trainer, Robert, is a very friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable. This will be a great opportunity for newcomers, beginners, as well as advanced training. He brings lots of different scenarios and experience with him.

★★★★★ — Nelson, Nov 2025

I had the opportunity to participate in a self-defense class offered by Silverback self Defense at a local day center while volunteering, and it was an outstanding experience. The instructor was highly knowledgeable, professional, and delivered the material in a way that was both practical and easy to understand.

★★★★★ — Heather, Apr 2026

Robert recently visited Cy-Fair Helping Hands to provide de-escalation and self-defense training for our volunteers, and the experience was exceptional. Why we recommend them: Engaging Presentation: Robert has a way of presenting information that keeps everyone completely locked in.

★★★★★ — Janet, Mar 2026

I recently had Robert Webre, founder of Silverback, on my podcast. I usually have a guest in for about an hour, but Robert sat in for a total of 3 hours, and it was all good. You don't become one of the most sought-after self-defense gurus in the country overnight.

★★★★★ — Bo, Jun 2026

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Silverback Self Defense

Silverback Self Defense 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.

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Your first Krav Maga class at Silverback Self Defense

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 Silverback Self Defense

16326 Mueschke Rd Ste E9, Cypress, TX77433

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