Krav Maga Christchurch.Practical Self Defence You Can Rely On.
KMG New Zealand is bringing internationally certified Krav Maga training to Christchurch — practical self-defence that builds real capability, not just fitness or theory.
Self-defence that actually works when it matters.
Most training is designed for the gym — controlled, compliant, rule-bound. Krav Maga is designed for the moment it actually matters. No competition rules. No techniques that only work on a willing partner.
You leave knowing you can handle real situations — not just gym ones.
Whether you’ve never trained before or you’ve been in martial arts for years, the system meets you where you are and moves you forward fast. KMG is taught in 60+ countries — because it works for ordinary people in real situations.
Two Formats. One Standard.
Is Krav Maga Christchurch Right for You?
You Take Safety Seriously
You want training that’s actually been proven to work — not theory, not sport, not something watered down for a local market.
Looking for a Real-World Focus
You already train. KMG offers something different — no competition constraints, and a depth that experienced practitioners consistently find surprising.
Your First Real Training
Never trained before? That’s fine. The system is designed to build genuine capability fast — regardless of starting point.
Open to adults and older teens (16+) in Christchurch, Riccarton, Papanui, Hornby, Rolleston and the wider Canterbury region.
Women’s only option: If there’s sufficient interest from women registering, we’ll run a dedicated women’s session. Indicate your preference in the form below.
Increased awareness, confidence, capability. That’s what you’ll leave with.
Two Formats — Tell Us Which Suits You
We’re gauging interest to determine which format to run first in Christchurch. Both draw from the same KMG curriculum — the difference is depth and time commitment.
3-Hour Session
Half day · introductoryCore self-defence principles — situational awareness, defending common attacks, and striking fundamentals. A genuine first experience of KMG training without a full-day commitment.
Full-Day Intensive
Full day · comprehensiveThe complete curriculum — awareness through to weapon defence, multiple-attacker scenarios, and acting within the law. Suitable for all levels. May run as a single day or split across a weekend.
What We Cover in KMG Training.
Both formats draw from the same curriculum — the 3-hour session covers the essentials, the full-day goes deeper into every area.
Format vs Depth
The 3-hour session covers the most important ground — what you’re most likely to face and how to respond. It’s a genuine self-defence course, not a taster.
The full-day goes deeper into every topic and adds content the 3-hour doesn’t reach: weapon threats, multiple attackers, legal decision-making.
Both are taught to the same KMG standard. The right format depends on your time, goals, and how far you want to go.
Bringing Krav Maga to Christchurch
Christchurch courses are delivered by KMG New Zealand instructors with direct lineage to the international KMG system.
KMG New Zealand training — the same internationally certified system taught across 60+ countries.
Trained Under Eyal Yanilov
The KMG New Zealand instructor team has trained directly under Eyal Yanilov — head of Krav Maga Global and the closest student of Imi Lichtenfeld, the founder of Krav Maga.
That lineage means the training you receive in Christchurch connects directly to the top of the international KMG system — not a local interpretation of it.
Your First Step in the KMG System.
This course isn’t a one-off event. It’s the entry point into an internationally structured self-defence system — the same curriculum used across 60+ countries, graded from Practitioner level through to Expert.
Active KMG clubs in Auckland and Hastings run regular graded training for those who want to continue.
What Students Say About KMG Training.
“Excellent practical and effective self defence for ordinary people in the real world. Easy and quick to learn. It works for anyone regardless of gender, age or size.”Rory H.KMG New Zealand
“Empowering and effective self defence. As a woman it is a great confidence builder. Instructors are supportive and encouraging and it’s excellent to see more women learning these skills.”Monique R.KMG New Zealand
“I’ve practiced Judo, Kung Fu, and Karate before and found this to be the most practical and intensive class I’ve undertaken.”Dylan M.KMG New Zealand
Register Your Interest in Christchurch Training.
If you’re based in Christchurch, Riccarton, Papanui, Hornby, Rolleston or nearby, register below and be first to hear when dates are confirmed.