Krav Maga North Shore Classes
Beginner-friendly Krav Maga Classes for practical self defence - Led by experienced, supportive instructors
Krav Maga Class North Shore Class Information
Our Krav Maga North Shore classes are designed for everyday people — even if you’ve never trained before. You’ll learn practical self-defence skills that work in real life, guided step by step by experienced, supportive instructors who help you feel capable from the first session.
✔ Suitable for complete beginners
✔ Real-world self-defence, no sport rules
✔ Build fitness and capability over time
✔ Supportive group classes you can progress in
✔ Experienced instructors and structured curriculum
There are 3-classes per week suitable for beginners at our dedicated gym in Birkenhead on the North Shore. These classes focus on practical self-defence that will prepare you for real situations you might face in Auckland.
What is Krav Maga & What You Will Learn in Classes?
Krav Maga is a practical self-defence system designed for real-world situations — the kinds of moments that can happen at work, in public places, or during everyday life.
With regular training you'll develop comprehensive self-defence skills by training from a structured international curriculum. You'll be guided every step of the way by experienced & certified instructors.
You're going to learn some pretty effective self defence techniques in our classes but most people want to avoid fighting if possible. Classes also cover soft skills such as awareness, boundary setting, verbal de-escalation, and decision-making. Learning these, alongside effective physical techniques gives you clear options if a situation becomes unsafe. Having both allows you to respond appropriately — without overreacting, freezing, or relying on guesswork.
Because real situations are unpredictable and fast-moving, training includes carefully structured scenarios. This helps students practise staying calm, making safer choices, and responding with confidence under pressure.
Training is supportive, engaging, and genuinely satisfying. Over time, people don’t just learn techniques — they feel more prepared, capable, and grounded in everyday life.
Krav Maga Class Timetable
Classes for Beginners
Our North Shore Krav Maga classes run on a regular weekly schedule, making it easy to plan your training around work and family commitments.
Classes are held several times per week and are suitable for beginners. You don’t need to attend on specific days — you can choose sessions that fit your schedule. If you’re new, you’re welcome to start with a trial class and then decide which regular sessions work best for you.
Beginners Class Timetable
Mon 6:30-7:30pm
Wed 6:30-7:30pm
Sat 9:00-10:00am
These classes on our timetable are suitable for beginners.
Who This Training Suits
Most people training here on the North Shore are adults who are new to martial arts, returning to exercise after time away, or simply looking for practical self-defence without pressure or ego.
Classes are structured and controlled, with an emphasis on safety and learning at a steady pace. You don’t need prior experience or a high level of fitness to start — confidence and capability are built gradually through training.
What to Expect in Classes
Our classes are dynamic, engaging, and hands-on, while being clearly structured and well coached. Everything is explained and demonstrated, so beginners can learn practical self-defence skills progressively and at a manageable pace.
You’ll train with partners you're level in a controlled and safe setting, with instructors actively coaching when needed.
Conditioning is included to support your training, but you’re encouraged to work at a level that’s right for you and build up over time.
Krav Maga North Shore Gym & Location
All North Shore classes are held at our dedicated Krav Maga training facility in Birkenhead. We are easily accessible from surrounding North Shore suburbs. A small change area is available on site, and there is free parking.
Our dedicated gym is designed and fitted out specifically for Krav Maga training, with all required equipment on hand and jigsaw mats throughout the floor for safety.
How to Find Us
Krav Maga Global - Auckland
Free parking at Highbury Mall opposite.
Your Krav Maga Instructors
Experienced, Approachable Krav Maga Instructors You Can Trust
Aaron & Brad are your North Shore Krav Maga instructors.
Everyone starts somewhere, and our job is to help you build confidence and capability through regular, well-guided training.
Our focus is on helping you learn clearly, safely, and at a pace that works for you. We help you understand what you’re learning and why it works — not just to demonstrate techniques and move on.
During class, we actively coach and support you. We offer corrections, adjustments, and options so you can train at a level that’s appropriate for where you’re at.
Our training follows a structured, internationally recognised Krav Maga curriculum, and we are certified by Krav Maga Global. This ensures consistent standards, clear progression, and practical self-defence skills that are relevant to real-world situations.
Structured Progression & Levels
Learn From an International Krav Maga Curriculum
Training follows a clear level-based progression, giving you goals to work toward as your skills develop.
Each level builds on what you’ve already learned, helping you improve step by step rather than all at once. Levels are there to provide direction and motivation — not pressure — and you’re encouraged to progress when you feel ready.
Many students find the level system helpful because it gives structure to their training and a clear sense of progress over time, while still allowing everyone to train and improve at their own pace.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT KRAV MAGA CLASSES
Do I need any experience to start Krav Maga?
No. Most people start with no prior martial arts or self-defence experience. Everything is explained and demonstrated, and you’re supported as you learn.
What if I'm not very fit?
You don’t need a high level of fitness to begin. Classes are dynamic and engaging, but you’re encouraged to work at a level that’s right for you and build up over time.
What should I wear or bring to my first class?
- Comfortable workout clothes and a drink bottle are all you need to get started. No special equipment is required for your first class.
Is Krav Maga training safe?
- Safety is a priority. Training is structured, instructors actively coach throughout the class, and the facility is set up specifically for Krav Maga, including safety mats on the floor.
How does the Trial Class Work?
The trial class is a chance to experience how training is run, meet the instructors, and see if it feels right for you. There’s no expectation to perform or keep up — just take part and see how it feels.
What Happens if I Want to Continue After the Trial??
- If you decide to continue, your instructor can explain the membership options and how the level system works. There’s no pressure to decide on the day — you’re welcome to take time and ask questions.
No experience needed — just come and see if it feels right for you