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Valley Shore Martial Arts, LLC
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Centerbrook, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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
- Level classes Level 1–5 classes on the schedule — a graded curriculum that builds your skills step by step as you progress
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule valleyshoremartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (860) 767-1014
Hours
| Monday | 2–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–8 PM |
| Thursday | 2–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“When I was a kid, martial arts school was an environment of smaller kids not wanting to get beat up by the bigger kids.”
“Could not recommend enough for kids, teens, adults, everyone!”
“He covers a broad range of self defense moves, plus a mixture of classes with Krav, Karate and Ju Jitsu.”
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What students say
“Great instructors, classes, and karate helped not only his confidence but also his work ethic.”
“The non-competitive, supportive environment makes VSMA ideal for every person who walks through those doors.”
“Great instructors, classes, and karate helped not only his confidence but also his work ethic.”
“I learned so much about self defense especially as it pertains to women.”
“He is great with children, very patient and kind but no nonsense!”
From the reviews
I have had the pleasure to work with both Master Keith and Kim. Kim has a personal, fun and ‘kick your but’ way of running her classes. She caters her classes to her individual students and can modify or challenge for students of ALL ages. I can’t wait to get back … as soon as my crazy schedule calms down.
The instruction here is of such High Quality. Master Keith takes a lot of time to give personal instruction and takes the time to break down techniques into individual parts which is so helpful because I retain it so well that way.
Master Keith is very careful with his students and sensitive to their needs (for instance, if a woman does not want to spar with a guy, he respects that, but encourages her to do so for the experience). He covers a broad range of self defense moves, plus a mixture of classes with Krav, Karate and Ju Jitsu.
After one year of classes, my mental and physical health have significantly improved. The non-competitive, supportive environment makes VSMA ideal for every person who walks through those doors. Master Keith is always willing to find a way to make a technique work despite some of my limitations.
Your first Krav Maga class at Valley Shore Martial Arts, LLC
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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