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Tampa Bay Krav Maga
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Largo, Florida
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
- Women's self-defense dedicated women's self-defense classes — a welcoming, no-pressure space to learn practical skills and build real confidence
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 5–60) — 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
- Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tampabaykravmaga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 727-585-5728
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 | 7:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The Women's only self defense course is an excellent idea for women of all ages, so much fun and very educational!”
“My son has been taking Krav Maga lessons at Tampa Bay Krav Maga since June.”
“I love the variety of classes available for all levels and especially love the 6-week women’s course.”
“Instructor was very detail oriented, and worked one on one with all the class members, my nine year old being one of them.”
“They are passionate about equipping people to not only to defend themselves but have more situational awareness so they may not need to engage in the first place.”
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What students say
“Tampa Bay Krav Maga is a top notch school headed by a great instructor, Joe.”
“Even if the idea intimidates you, once you walk through the doors everyone is so welcoming you won't regret it.”
“Even if the idea intimidates you, once you walk through the doors everyone is so welcoming you won't regret it.”
“They are passionate about equipping people to not only to defend themselves but have more situational awareness so they may not need to engage in the first place.”
“great trainers, great exercise.”
“They are passionate about equipping people to not only to defend themselves but have more situational awareness so they may not need to engage in the first place.”
From the reviews
Tampa Bay Krav Maga is the best school I have attended to learn self-defense. Joe, the instructor, is well-trained and explains things clearly. He sets a good example for us by being strong and humble. He has not given himself a phony title to impress us.
If you don't know what Krav Maga is, these guys will teach you all about why it is the most effective and efficient form of self defense!!! I highly recommend Tampa Bay Krav Maga to EVERYONE.The Women's only self defense course is an excellent idea for women of all ages, so much fun and very educational!
I LOVE training here! Joe (the owner) is always willing to help, will make sure that you have everything you need. He finds a unique way of communication with every student. He will teach and talk to you the way you need to in order to grow physically and mentally.
My son has been taking Krav Maga lessons at Tampa Bay Krav Maga since June. He loves the classes and I'm very impressed as well. The instructors and other staff are awesome - very knowledgeable and helpful, and the school is well run. They are all personable and approachable.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Tampa Bay Krav Maga
Tampa Bay 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.
Your first Krav Maga class at Tampa Bay 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.
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