Beginner Class (A3)

Left/Right Combination

Front Kick Groin

Drill: Groups of 2, one small shield, the pad is placed in the center of the room between the two partners, partners are at opposite sides of the room facing away from the pads, doing push ups. On instructors signal "GO", they must get up, run to grab a pad. The person that grabs the pad first is either holding or punches or front kick groin. Strikers; non-stop punches or kicks until “TIME” is called. Reset & Repeat!

Head Lock From Behind

Ground- Getting up

Drill: Groups of 3, one small shield, Defender starts on their back, gets up and attacks the pad with straight punches, attacker; at any given time makes a headlock. Reset!

Intermediate (C3)

Belt Drill

Hook Punch

Uppercut Punch

Combination: Left Uppercutt/Right Cross/Switch Left Round Kick (left leg)

Combination: L/R Uppercut/Left Hook/Right Cross/Right Round Kick

Defense v. Low Round Kick (absorbing)

Drill: Light Sparring-2-90 second rounds- include low round kicks

Hair Grab Front

Advanced (C3)

Drill: Monkey in Middle- groups of, one person in the middle; strike one pad until hit with the other pad; turn with appropriate strikes and engage that pad, etc. 75 seconds each person

Headlock from the Side- review

Headlock Spinning Inward

Headlock- Neck break

Drill: attacker makes a headlock; the defender defends, and the two people end up on the ground; immediately, both should begin fighting for a position of dominance

Beginner (A2)
Straight Punch with Advance
Straight Punch with Retreat
Drill: eyes closed, partner holds pads in normal range, close range or a step out, partner has to open eyes and make appropriate punch
Choke from behind with a push
Drill: Groups of 3- defender starts eyes closed, pad holder says "Hey!", defender makes and advancing or Retreating punch followed by a punch flurry, 3rd person comes up from behind and makes choke from behind with push, defender defends, then resets.

Intermediate (C2)
3 Round Drill
Bearhug from the Front Arms Caught
Bearhug from the Front Arms Free (Space)
Bearhug from the Front Arms Free (neck leverage)
Drill- defender; eyes closed, bearhug from front is made, defender defends and a 2nd attacker attacks with a pad that the defender has to send combatives to until pad holder calls "Time!"

Advanced (C2)
Mouth of Hand Punch
Focus Mitts- Combination: Jab/Cross/Hook/Mouth of Hand Punch
Focus Mitts- 2 rounds of 3 minutes- Opposite Stance- Include Mouth of Hand Punch
Gun from Behind touching
Drill: light sparring, at any point attacker comes up and holds gun to the defenders back, defend then go back to sparring

Beginner (A2)
Straight Punch with Advance
Straight Punch with Retreat
Drill: eyes closed, partner holds pads in normal range, close range or a step out, partner has to open eyes and make appropriate punch
Choke from behind with a push
Drill: Groups of 3- defender starts eyes closed, pad holder says "Hey!", defender makes and advancing or Retreating punch followed by a punch flurry, 3rd person comes up from behind and makes choke from behind with push, defender defends, then resets.

Intermediate (C2)
3 Round Drill
Bearhug from the Front Arms Caught
Bearhug from the Front Arms Free (Space)
Bearhug from the Front Arms Free (neck leverage)
Drill- defender; eyes closed, bearhug from front is made, defender defends and a 2nd attacker attacks with a pad that the defender has to send combatives to until pad holder calls "Time!"

Advanced (C2)
Mouth of Hand Punch
Focus Mitts- Combination: Jab/Cross/Hook/Mouth of Hand Punch
Focus Mitts- 2 rounds of 3 minutes- Opposite Stance- Include Mouth of Hand Punch
Gun from Behind touching
Drill: light sparring, at any point attacker comes up and holds gun to the defenders back, defend then go back to sparring

 

 

 

 

 

 

We at the Krav Maga Alliance are proud to announce the addition of three new 3rd Degree Black Belts to our ranks!  Sepi Melamed, Daniel Hines, and Michael Hooker all fulfilled the requirements for a 3rd Degree Black Belt during our Advanced Testing in August 2017.  They were fantastic!

In the martial arts world, adding high level black belts can be a questionable experience. There are so many belt factories, and so many people breezing through promotions, that high ranks sometimes become meaningless.

That is not the case here.  I feel confident in saying that these individuals have earned every one of their stripes. Not only are they proficient in the highest levels of Krav Maga, they also pursue training in other disciplines including boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ. All three have fought competitively. All three are well versed in firearms.  One of them has even been shot (not necessarily a requirement for 3rd Degree!).

In Krav Maga, they have proven excellence in defending against hand guns, long guns, knives, and sticks. They have shown high levels of skill in standup and ground fighting, and have displayed an ability to handle extreme stress while maintaining precision and aggressiveness.

Sepi, Daniel, and Michael represent both the present and the future of the Krav Maga Alliance, and we are proud that they are part of our team!

 

 

BEGINNER (A2)

Palm Heel Strike

DRILL:

Groups of 3-4, Striker, Padholders. Striker in center. Padholders cue from various angles. Striker orients to send a burst of palm heel strikes to pad. Padholder cues from another angle. Repeat for time.

Elbows 4-7

DRILL:

Groups of 3-4, Striker, Padholders. Striker in center. Padholders cue for various elbows. Striker sends appropriate elbow, then orients to send a burst of upper body strikes to pad. Padholder cues for another elbow. Repeat for time.

Choke Rear w/ Push*

*Worked earlier in week so should be more of a review, if possible.

Choke Rear

DRILL - FINAL:

Defenders neutral/eyes closed. Attackers roam applying either Choke. Defend appropriately and reset.

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INTERMEDIATE (C2)

Inside Defense Review

DRILL:

Groups of 3-4. Defender, Attackers. Striker in center. Attackers cue from various angles. Defender orients to square then Attacker sends Straight Punch. Defend with Inside Defense. Repeat for time.

Inside Defense v. Left/Right

DRILL:

Groups of 3-4. Defender, Attackers. Striker in center. Attackers cue from various angles. Defender orients to square then Attacker sends Left/Right Straight Punch. Defend with Inside Defenses. Repeat for time.

Defense v. High Round Kick 2 Points

DRILL:

Groups of 3-4. Defender, Attackers. Striker in center. Attackers cue from various angles. Defender orients to square then Attacker sends High Round Kick. Defend with 2 Point. Repeat for time.

Bearhug Rear Arms Free

DRILL - FINAL:

Groups of 3-4. Defender, Attackers. Striker in center. Attackers cue from various angles. Defender orients to square then Attacker sends either Left/Right Straight Punch OR High Round Kick. Attacker can also attack with Rear Bearhug AFTER any strikes have been defended. Defend accordingly. Repeat for time.

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ADVANCED (C2)

Mouth of Hand Punch

Overhand Right Punch

COMBO:

Groups of 2. Striker, Padholder. Striker sends Mouth of Hand Punch + Overhand Right + Right Elbow, repeat on opposite side.

Knife Review ALL angles*

*Begin slowly to ensure understanding then ramp up intensity of attack, defense, and attacker response/resistance. As intensity grows, incorporate disconnecting/environmental weapons as an option.

DRILL: Piranha in the Pool

One Attacker with Knife, other students walk randomly around room. Attacker begins PSYCHOTICALLY stabbing someone. Victim should try to do the full defense, but blocking/making stabbing difficult is minimum goal. Attacker should rapidly move to another victim as stabbing becomes difficult. Run for time, then switch Attacker.

Knife - Attacker holding defender with left hand.

DRILL - Final: Piranha in the Pool 2

Same as above, but Attacker latches onto ONE victim. After defending/distancing, Attacker hands knife to someone new.

Beginner (A2)
Punches- L/R Combination
Round Kick- Emphasize Switch Round Kick
Muay Thai Pads:
First Combo- L/R Combination/Switch Round Kick (Left Leg)
Second Combo- R/Left Combination/Round Kick (Right Leg)
Third Combo- L/R combination/switch round kick/R/L Combination/Round Kick
Choke from Front (1 hand)
Ground Side Position
Ground Movement
Get Up from Ground from Side Position- both sides
Drill: Kick and Get up, then either punch pad or defend choke

Intermediate (C2)
Drill: Upside Down Pyramid!
Fast, Strong and Super Aggressive!
45 sec- Non- Punches, Elbows & Headbutts
10 sec Rest
35 Sec- Non- Stop POWER Round kicks (both legs)
10 sec Rest
20 Sec- Non-Stop knee Strikes
10 Sec Rest
20 Sec- Non- Stop Front Kicks- Groin (both legs)
10 Sec Rest
35 Sec- Non- Stop Knee strikes
10 Sec Res
45 Sec-Non- Punches, Elbows & Headbutts
Defensive Front Kick
Combination- defensive front kick/Left/Right punches/2 knees
Ground- getting up (quick review)
Ground- foot grab, strip
Ground- foot grab, spin inward
Ground- foot grab, spin outward
Barricade Drill: defender starts on the ground with eyes closed; foot is grabbed, and he must make the appropriate defense and get up; then he must go through a barricade of pep[;e with pads; after he gets through, he makes a defensive front kick followed by 6 knees

Advanced (C2)
2 Front Kicks with a Switch
2 Straight knees with a Switch
Knife – off angle upward stab (live and dead side)
Knife – off angle downward stab (live and dead side)
Knife – off angle straight stab (live and dead side)
Drill: Groups of 4-5; one defender, 10 Burpees, 30 seconds non-stop strikes from mount, then get up and defend non-stops attacks, Level 1, 2 & 3, plus Knife.[nz_popup message="Your popup message goes here" color="" /]

BEGINNER CLASS (A2)
Ground – Side position
Ground – Side Kick
Drill: 1 striker, 1 kick shield holder. Kick shield holder runs around striker out of range, attempting to find an opening. Kick shield holder charges striker (while holding pad ready to receive a strike). Striker delivers side kick from the ground and returns to ground side position. Repeat immediately.
Choke from the front with a push
Drill: Repeat drill from above, except this time the striker stands up if they’re able to create enough room with their kick (if the striker fails to create enough room, they should kick again). Upon standing, the pad holder drops the pad and attacks the striker with a choke from the front with a push. Striker defends, finishes the fight, and then gets back down in their ground fighting position to repeat the drill. Safety Note: Have attackers make sure to stay in their lanes while pushing so there are no collisions.

INTERMEDIATE CLASS (C2)
Review ground fighting position, front kick from the ground, and round kick from the ground.
Ground – foot grab strip
Ground – foot grab spin inward
Ground – foot grab spin outward
Drill: 1 attacker, 1 defender. Defender lies down on their back with eyes shut. Attacker grabs one of their feet and begins dragging them across the mat. Defenders must use the foot grab strip technique as quickly as possible, get into ground fighting position and throw a controlled, light front kick to the attacker before standing up. Reset & repeat.
Drill: Same as above, however, this time attackers may spin defenders inward or outward if the defender misses the foot strip, or if the attacker recognizes the foot strip early. Safety note: attackers must ensure that they do not twist too far, too quickly. They may begin the motion fast, but they must slow down to ensure they do not damage their partners.

ADVANCED CLASS (C2)
Sweep with a Heel Kick
Sweep with a Forward Kick
Drill: Review lower level self-defenses at 50% speed. Incorporate sweeps into combatives when finishing the fight
Defense vs. Bayonet Stab, dead side (clothesline)
Drill: Circle-of-death. 1 defender, 2+ attackers. Any lower level unarmed self-defense and Bayonet stabs are fair game. After defender gets to control position and delivers 2-5 combative, the next attack should be coming on. Defender may try to incorporate sweeps if they wish. Safety note: Defender, be sure that the ground is clear of long guns if you intend to sweep an attacker.

BEGINNER CLASS (A2)

NOTE: This class has two self defense techniques; be sure to get through the combatives quickly!

Knees

Drill: Knees across the room (2 rounds!)

Choke from Behind with a Push

Headlock from Behind

Drill: either attack from behind

INTERMEDIATE CLASS (C2)

Focus Mitts: Combo #8, add sprawl

Focus Mitts: Combo #9, add sprawl

Ground - Arm Bar from Guard

Ground - Guard Reversal

Drill: work for either technique from guard

ADVANCED CLASS (C2)

Thai Pads: Combo #8 with Round Kick

Thai Pads: Combo #9 with Round Kick

Ground - Arm Bar from Guard (review)

Ground - Leg Triangle from Guard

Single Leg Takedown

Drill: groups of four; start in guard, work for Triangle or Arm Bar; as you finish, a second attacker begins to strike you (light palm strikes); kick away first bad guy, make a Single Leg Takedown, and get up and strike a pad non-stop; reset.

Beginner (A2)

Front Kick- Groin

Round Kick- work both sides

Horse Shoe Drill

Straight Punch Low

Inside defense v. Straight Punch Low

Choke from the Front with a Push

Drill: Choke from Front with a Push, after the initial defense, attacker, takes a back and attacks with a straight punch Low.

Intermediate (C2)

Strikes from mount position

Inside Slap Kicks (both sides)

Drill: A/B Drill- Strikes from the mount position on one end, and Inside Slap Kicks on the other.

Reverse Headlock Standing

Ground- Trap and Roll (review)

Drill: Groups of 3; defender; Strikes from the mount, 2nd person safely tackles defender off the pad and mounts them, defender; escapes the mount and gets up, 3rd person, then immediately makes Reverse Headlock attack. Repeat.

Advanced (C2)

Conditioning Drill:

Left/Right/Right Elbow x 10

10 Push Ups

10 Round Kicks (5 each side)

10 Sit up/ Stand up (partner assist)

4 Rounds as fast as possible, then switch with your partner. See which pair can finish first!

Ground – Trap and Roll (review)

Knife Defense from Full Mount

Drill: defend against a full mount; attacker may or may not draw a knife and begin to stab.

Beginner (A2)
Palm Heel Strikes
Drill: Groups of 2 (partners should be about same size and hight), Small shield; Non stop Palm Heel Strikes, on instructors signal "GO", striker Fireman or Piggy back carries pad holder to the opposite end of the room and back, and continues with strikes.
Choke from the Front (1-handed)
Choke from the Front with a Push
Choke from the Back with a Push
Drill: Groups of 4-5; 90 seconds, One defender, non stop attacks.

Intermediate (C2)
Drill: A/B Drill
Ground- Guard Reversal
Ground- Elbow escape (Quick Review)
Flow Drill: Guard Reversal to Elbow Escape; Groups of 2; one partner on their back in mount position, then makes elbow escape, transitions to guard position and from there makes guard reversal, now, the other partner is on the bottom and needs to elbow escape to guard and guard reversal. Repeat!
Reverse Headlock Standing
Drill: Groups of 3; defender; Strikes from the mount, 2nd person safely tackles defender off the pad, and mounts them, defender; makes elbow escape and transitions to guard, from there makes guard reversal technique and stands up, 3rd person then immediately attacks with Reverse Headlock, defender makes a strong defense and Resets.

Advanced (C2)
Overhand Right
Muay Thai Pads- 3 rounds of 3 minutes- Combinations, Kicks, Knees and Elbows. Be sure to include Overhand Right in combinations.
** Round 2- add sprawls, plus 4 Push Ups
** Round 3- Double up on the last technique of every combination
Long Gun from the Front- live side
Long Gun from the Front- dead side
Defense v. Bayonet Stab, live and dead side