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Empower Yourself:
Krav Maga empowers you by teaching practical, instinctive skills that work under pressure. As you train, you develop a deeper awareness of your surroundings, faster reactions, and the ability to stay calm in chaos. This confidence doesn’t come from theory—it comes from proving to yourself, over and over, that you can handle what comes your way. You learn to trust your body, your instincts, and your training, transforming everyday uncertainty into strength and personal authority.
Protect What Matters:
Whether it’s your own safety, your family, or the people around you, Krav Maga gives you the tools to protect what’s most important. The system is built on real-world scenarios and survival-proven techniques, giving you a clear, direct path to defending yourself and others when the stakes are high. You don’t just learn how to strike—you learn how to stop threats quickly, efficiently, and decisively. When you train to protect others, your mission becomes bigger than yourself.
Lead with Confidence:
Leadership is born from capability, and Krav Maga develops both. As you progress, you build not just physical skill, but mental resilience. You learn to make decisions under stress and take responsibility in difficult situations. This sense of control naturally extends beyond the training floor—into your work, your relationships, and your life. People follow those who can stay grounded when challenges arise, and Krav Maga sharpens that ability in you.

Take Action:
The journey toward empowerment and personal protection begins with a decision—one moment where you choose to stop waiting and start becoming stronger, more capable, and more confident. Krav Maga doesn’t demand that you show up already skilled; it only asks that you show up willing. Every strike, every drill, every burst of effort builds a version of you who is harder to intimidate, quicker to respond, and more prepared for the unexpected. With each class, you reinforce the message that your safety and your growth matter—and that you’re willing to invest in yourself.
Taking action isn’t just about stepping into training; it’s about claiming ownership of your life. When you commit to learning Krav Maga, you’re choosing to elevate your mindset, sharpen your instincts, and develop a level of confidence that others can feel. You become someone your community looks to, someone who stands tall in the face of adversity, a better version of yourself each class. The door is open—the only thing left is for you to walk through it. Schedule your call today to get started!
Krav Maga is a practical and effective self-defense system developed for the Israeli military, designed to equip individuals with real-world combat skills. Unlike traditional martial arts, Krav Maga focuses on instinctive movements, aggressive counterattacks, and efficiency in neutralizing threats. It combines techniques from boxing, wrestling, judo, and street fighting making it adaptable to various situations, including armed and multiple-attacker scenarios. With an emphasis on situational awareness and rapid decision-making, Krav Maga is widely used by law enforcement, military personnel, and civilians seeking practical self-defense skills.
More than just a combat system, Krav Maga promotes physical fitness, mental resilience, and self-confidence. Training includes drills that simulate real-life attacks helping practitioners develop quick reflexes and the ability to react under pressure. Unlike sport-based martial arts, Krav Maga has no rules or competitions—its sole purpose is survival. Whether you're looking to improve self-defense capabilities, build strength, or boost confidence, Krav Maga offers a powerful and efficient way to stay prepared for any situation.

Master Joseph Edmondson is a World Champion martial artist with over 50 years of experience. He holds numerous black belts, most notably in Krav Maga, Taekwondo, Hapkido, and soon to be Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. He is a 12-time martial arts hall-of-fame inductee and has trained well over 10,000 students around the world.
In addition, he also is a certified firearms and defensive tactics instructor with over 30 years in the Security/Executive Protection industry and is the Western Regional Director for P.T.I.O.A. (the Police Tactics Instructors of America), as well as ALEX (Agency Law Enforcement Experts International).


"Next Level is the BEST!"
"I started training with Next Level in 2023. I had experience with other Krav schools and without hesitation, Next Level is the best!"
- Baron A. / Business Owner


"Coach Joe is AMAZING!"
"Today I walk with a different level of confidence. It's not arrogance, but with the training I've received from Coach Joe, I am now much more confident in my ability to protect myself and my family."
- Josh R. / Business Owner


"Best Decision EVER!"
"I've been training with Master Edmondson for years and couldn't have made a better decision for my martial arts growth. Super Happy!"
- Jeff L. / Business Owner


COMBATIVEs
Knowing how to strike is one thing, but knowing when to strike is a key component to your survival in a dangerous encounter.
Learn what to do and when to do it.
WEAPONS DEFENSE
Learn how to defend against edged and blunt weapons, such as knives and sticks, as well as defending against handguns and rifles.
GROUND
defense
Most people don't know how to defend themselves when the fight goes to the ground.
Gain the tactical knowledge to be able to take control of the situation and make sure the threat is neutralized.
multiple attackers
Fighting one person is hard enough. What happens when there are more than one?
A high percentage of violent encounters involve more than one attacker.
conditioning
Conditioning is an important part of what we do here. Even though most fights only last 10-12 seconds, they might be the most explosive 10-12 seconds of your life.
If you're not ready, you could be in trouble.
CONDITION
LEVELS
Most people are completely unaware of what is going on around them.
Learn to detect, identify, and respond to threats before they become a problem.
We understand you might have some questions. These are the ones we get most frequently.
We offer specialized Self-Defense training in the arts of Krav Maga, Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Beg/Int/Adv Firearms Training. Our programs are designed to train our students how to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.
Yes! We offer several programs that can be customized to fit your individual needs, such as traditional and modern Krav Maga classes. We also offer Advanced Small Group training, as well as Accelerated classes for those that with to take their training to the "Next Level." Our firearms training classes offer a variety of skill levels to choose from.
Although most of our students train in classes 2x per week, we do have options to train more if desired. That is going to depend on you, your schedule, and our available classes. Of course, the more you train, the better you will get - faster. We have options that will fit your schedule and budget.
We do offer individual training options for those who are interested in learning one-on-one with an instructor. There are many benefits to this type of training.
* You can base a private lesson on what you want to learn, rather than a set structure.
* You generally learn much faster in this environment.
* Private lessons are scheduled based on the availability of both parties.
To learn more about this option, please schedule your Qual Call and visit www.TrainwithLions.com
That's a great question! When you join our program, you will need our starter pack, which is all the equipment you'll use for first 12 months or so. The starter pack for Krav Maga includes your academy pants, academy shirt, mouthpiece, handwraps, and gloves.
First, set-up your call with Master Joe. On the call, we will discuss program details, what you're looking for, and how we can help you achieve your goals. If we believe we are not a good fit for your needs, we will offer suggestions on what steps to take next.

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