About Kapap Krav Maga...
Krav Maga, meaning “contact combat” in Hebrew, is a practical and highly effective self-defence system developed by Imi Lichtenfeld – a champion boxer and martial artist – during the 1930s to help protect Jewish communities against Nazi violence. After moving to Israel, Imi adapted the system for military use, creating what is now the official hand-to-hand combat method of the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF).
Today, Krav Maga is used by military units, law enforcement agencies and civilians around the world for its direct approach to personal protection.
At Shinpo Martial Arts, our Kapap Krav Maga classes are rooted in this powerful lineage. Led by a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Kapap, your instructor combines years of experience across multiple disciplines – including Kickboxing, Iaijutsu, Wado Ryu Karate, traditional Ju Jitsu and modern and traditional weaponry. Elements of Filipino Kali and Escrima also influence the training.
With instructors with experience in both teaching complete beginners and coaching accomplished martial artist, as well as time spent training and occasionally fighting in rings across Central Europe, our Krav Maga sessions are designed to be accessible, challenging and deeply effective – regardless of your starting point.
Whether you’re looking to build real-world self-defence skills, improve fitness, or develop mental resilience, these classes deliver.