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Underground Krav Maga and Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Gainesville, Virginia
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 4–16) — 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 undergroundkravmaga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (833) 633-3363
Hours
| Monday | 8–10 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8–10 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8–10 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8–10 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have several children attending classes at Underground Krav Maga and could not ask for better opportunities for them.”
“From the first time I set foot in the place, I felt welcomed and you could feel the energy.”
“My 14 y/o was assessed on his initial visit that because of his height and weight, that he would be better suited to train in the adult class.”
“The moment we walked in for our private lesson with the owner, Ronald, we knew this would be the place for our son to become all he can be.”
“Cardio Kickboxing is a blast, and in just three months I’ve hit fitness goals I never thought possible.”
“He has learned self-defense moves, become more fit, gained confidence in himself, improved his leadership skills and had fun.”
Other martial arts here
“Cardio Kickboxing is a blast, and in just three months I’ve hit fitness goals I never thought possible.”
What students say
“We have received a good experience, Tavia is a Great instructor , profesional and with a good ethic .”
“From the first time I set foot in the place, I felt welcomed and you could feel the energy.”
“The instructors are knowledgeable and work infividu as lly with students while encouraging and challenging them.”
“Cardio Kickboxing is a blast, and in just three months I’ve hit fitness goals I never thought possible.”
“He has learned self-defense moves, become more fit, gained confidence in himself, improved his leadership skills and had fun.”
“Great job you all - my son loves it and wakes up asking to go to underground !”
From the reviews
We wanted our son to learn not only self defense but self control, confidence, and focus. We we unsure what aspect of martial arts we wanted to go with and had delayed putting him in anything. Until we found Underground Krav Maga. It has proven to be more than we expected in a short amount of time.
I have several children attending classes at Underground Krav Maga and could not ask for better opportunities for them. The instructors take the time to both demonstrate and explain each maneuver as they build upon classes.
Signed my kids to Underground. Great place for kids to learn self defense, exercise, and even gain social skills . The instructors have been amazing with their youth programs as they teach various age groups and keep them involved session after session.
Where do I even begin! My daughter started Krav classes a little more than a year ago. Her confidence and overall self esteem has made noticeable gains. The instructors are encouraging, knowledgeable, and will work you!
New to Krav Maga? Start at Underground Krav Maga and Fitness
Underground Krav Maga and Fitness 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 Underground Krav Maga and Fitness
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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