Self Defence Classes Grande Prairie
Self defence at Champion Gym is practical and real. We teach Commando Krav Maga — a system developed from real military and law enforcement training — alongside striking fundamentals that work under pressure. This is not sport fighting. It’s real-world preparedness for adults who want to know they can protect themselves and the people they care about.
Commando Krav Maga in Grande Prairie
Krav Maga is the official self-defence system of the Israeli Defense Forces, adapted for civilians and law enforcement worldwide. Commando Krav Maga covers the full range of real threats: grabs, chokes, headlocks, strikes, multiple attackers, and weapon scenarios. Training is pressure-tested — you drill techniques against a resisting partner, not just in the air.
What You’ll Learn
Classes cover situational awareness, de-escalation principles, defending common attacks (grabs, pushes, chokes, bear hugs), basic striking for defence, and ground survival. Scenarios are realistic — because real threats rarely follow a script.
Who This Is For
Adults of all fitness levels and zero prior experience in martial arts. Self defence training at Champion Gym is accessible to everyone — you don’t need to be in shape to start, and you don’t need any prior training.
Your Instructors
Self defence at Champion Gym is led by Coach Raphael and Coach Alex. Coach Raphael is a former Canadian Heavyweight MMA Champion with over 40 years of training and competition experience across boxing, MMA, jiu-jitsu, and submission grappling. Coach Alex is a Filipino Muay Thai Champion with an undefeated professional kickboxing record, specializing in striking and self-defence. Between them, they bring decades of real-world combat experience to every class.
First Class Free
Try a self defence class at Champion Gym in Grande Prairie at no cost. No commitment, no experience required.