Home › Maryland

Krav Maga in Maryland

11 Krav Maga schools across 9 cities in Maryland — including 8 with a free trial, 9 beginner-friendly, and 9 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with student reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each school runs — or browse the map.

Krav Maga — reality-based self-defense — is taught across Maryland for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, practical self-defense, women's, kids' and teens' programs, or law-enforcement and military instruction. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome, and a good instructor scales everything to you.

Cities in Maryland

Featured Krav Maga schools in Maryland

Ranked by what students say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Maryland ranking →

Krav Maga CDK Self Defense Training Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 116 reviews

Bethesda Row, 4825 Bethesda Ave lower level, Bethesda, MD

Memberships around $270/mo

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

Clinch Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 78 reviews

500 Highland St, Frederick, MD

🛡️ Free intro class — check their site

Krav Maga school Free intro Women's classes Beginners welcome Kids & teens LE & military Fitness & conditioning welcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gymbuilds confidence & awareness

Watchdog Krav Maga

4.9 ★★★★★ 64 reviews

5570 Sterrett Pl Ste 104, Columbia, MD

🛡️ Free intro class — check their site

Krav Maga school Certified Free intro Women's classes Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness & conditioning expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

Pure Performance Martial Arts & Fitness

4.8 ★★★★★ 54 reviews

11711 Parklawn Dr Unit G, Rockville, MD

🛡️ Free intro class — check their site

Krav Maga school Certified Free intro Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 Private lessons LE & military Fitness & conditioning welcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gympractical, effective technique

Maryland Systema

4.9 ★★★★★ 37 reviews

7117 Maple Ave Studio 3, Takoma Park, MD

🛡️ Free intro class — check their site

Krav Maga school Certified Free intro Beginners welcome Private lessons expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

MAKK Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews

2205 Belair Rd C, Fallston, MD

🛡️ Free intro class — check their site

Ages 14+

Krav Maga school Free intro Women's classes Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 Private lessons expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

More ways to train in Maryland

Krav Maga programs in Maryland

Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, looking for a women's class, or bringing the kids.

Other martial arts trained in Maryland

Many Krav Maga schools are multi-art. Here's what else Maryland schools teach under the same roof.

Krav Maga in Maryland: common questions

How many Krav Maga schools are in Maryland?
Our directory lists 11 Krav Maga schools across 9 cities in Maryland. The cities with the most are Columbia (3), Bethesda (1), Bryans Road (1).
How much does Krav Maga cost a month in Maryland?
Most Maryland schools don't post prices online. Across Krav Maga schools in our directory that do list a rate, monthly memberships run about $49–$198 (median around $89). Krav Maga is usually sold as a monthly membership, and rates vary by school. Many offer a free or discounted first class — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
Are free intro classes available in Maryland?
Yes — 8 schools in Maryland advertise a free intro, free first class, or trial week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the school's site.
Can beginners, women, and kids train Krav Maga in Maryland?
Absolutely — Krav Maga welcomes all levels. 9 Maryland schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly, and 9 run kids' or youth programs. Women's self-defense is one of the most popular reasons people start, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience — a good instructor scales everything to your level.
Do I need to be in shape or spar to start Krav Maga?
No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Sparring and pressure-testing build up gradually, and a good school never throws beginners into hard contact. Technique- and drill-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace — just tell your instructor about any injuries and ease in.

More: How much Krav Maga costs · Your first class · Krav Maga for women