What is Krav Maga?

Krav Maga is the hand to hand combat system of the Israeli Military.

Krav Maga meaning 'Contact Combat' in Hebrew was developed in 1948 by Imi Lichtenfeldt, combining the most effective techniques and philosophy from various martial arts and fight training.

Krav Maga was designed for everyone. Not just elite military units. The system was designed to enable ordinary men and women to protect themselves in the shortest time possible. It’s simple, straight forward method and realistic approach make this self protection system an exceptional choice for anyone wanting to learn defence skills.

About us

South Coast Krav Maga was founded and is run by Level 4 Instructor and certified Personal Trainer Paul Davies.

Paul has spent over 20 years boxing and Muay Thai in addition to 15 years grappling experience.
He has continued with his Muay Thai, Boxing and Grappling training, regularly preparing fighters for boxing belts and bouts.

Regular classes taught by Paul are open to all abilities and fitness levels. Training is recognised by the KMA and gradings are available to those interested.

Paul teaches classes as well as one to one and small group sessions across Sussex.

South Coast Krav Maga is affiliated with the Krav Maga Alliance (KMA) which was created by John Whitman, a fifth degree black belt in Krav Maga. John is the former president of Krav Maga Worldwide, and earned instructor degrees from the Krav Maga Association of America, Krav Maga Worldwide and the prestigious Wingate University in Israel. Paul teaches classes as well as one to one sessions across Sussex.