Krav Maga - Dortmund

Krav Maga is the official self-defense system of the Israeli army, created by Imi Lichtenfeld (Imi Sde-Or). Rooted in his experiences as a boxer, wrestler, and street fighter in 1930s Europe, Lichtenfeld developed Krav Maga as a practical, efficient response to real-world violence. After emigrating to Israel, he became chief instructor for combat fitness in the IDF, later adapting the system for police and civilians. Krav Maga emphasizes simple, effective techniques that can be learned quickly and applied under stress, making it suitable for people of all ages and abilities. Today, it is practiced worldwide by military, law enforcement, and civilians. The International Krav Maga Federation (IKMF), founded in 1996, is the largest global organization promoting and standardizing Krav Maga training, with headquarters in Israel and active branches across Europe, including Germany.