Instructor Certification

Any practitioner who is sufficiently trained in Krav Maga technique can attend. Candidates should have trained under a qualified instructor long enough to understand and properly perform the techniques for their certification level. KMA certification courses focus primarily on teaching methodology, so candidates must arrive with an established technical foundation.

KMA recognizes instructor certifications from several other organizations. In many cases, we ask for a few videos to assess your proficiency. Contact Krav Maga Alliance to discuss your existing credentials and the appropriate next step.

Prepare for three physically demanding days of drilling and teaching. Instructor candidates must perform beyond the standards expected of students and be ready to absorb and apply the teaching material. Train under a qualified instructor on both technique and teaching methodology before attending. For specific questions about preparation, contact KMA.

A typical certification course runs for three eight-hour days. The first two to three hours are a physical test, followed by technical instruction, mock teaching, and lectures. The course concludes with an overall evaluation of your technical and teaching skills.

After passing a certification level, you are certified to teach the techniques at that level and all levels below it. Instructors are not certified to teach techniques above their instructor certification level.

Bronze recognizes satisfactory performance. Silver recognizes above-average performance in the top 10%. Gold recognizes exceptional performance in the top 1%. KMA believes in recognizing above-average performance and encourages every candidate to work toward the highest grade they can achieve.

Your affiliate owner will be notified first. They will receive an explanation of why you did not pass and the next steps you need to take to meet the certification standard.

Instructors must continue teaching, stay engaged with updates through KMA Connect, and attend training events as much as possible to maintain their certification.

Visit the KMA Events page to find a certification appropriate for your level. Obtain permission from the affiliation holder at your gym before registering. If a suitable course is not available, contact KMA administration to request a certification in your area.