The Shopper’s Self Defense Guide Holiday shopping can be a thrill. In a good way and even in a bad way. Adding a little self defense mentality can go a long way. Self Awareness You have society on your side. Potential criminals (for the most part) won’t just obnoxiously run up to you in front […]
Thanksgiving is this coming Thursday. While many Americans look forward to Thanksgiving Day as an opportunity to eat whatever they want without counting calories, it’s important not to lose sight of fitness – even as you face down a plate of turkey with all the fixings. Here are some ideas to help you enjoy your […]
In today’s world, personal safety and physical fitness are more important than ever. At Krav Maga Detroit, we pride ourselves on offering an effective self-defense system that not only teaches you how to protect yourself but also helps you improve your overall fitness. This post explores the unique benefits of Krav Maga, why it’s an […]
Women can benefit significantly from training in Krav Maga for several reasons: 1. **Empowerment:** Krav Maga training builds confidence and empowers women by teaching them to defend themselves effectively, which can translate to self-assurance in other areas of life. 2. **Practical Techniques:** Krav Maga focuses on real-world situations, providing techniques tailored to defending against common […]
Veterans Day We honor our veterans throughout a year in a variety of ways at Krav Maga Detroit. Mostly painful, painful ways LOL But today, on this special day dedicated to the veterans we offer our most sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU. We will never know the extent of your sacrifice or the pain […]
“Having more quality social connections decreases your likelihood of heart disease by 30 percent and also reduces your risk of dementia by 50 percent” (Arnold’s Pump Club) – that’s the latest finding from the study of people over 45 years old. Reading this made me very happy because over the years of running KMD I’ve […]
It was October 2012. My wife and I were enjoying an Italian dinner at a cozy restaurant outside of Denver, CO. Earlier that year, through the miracle of modern science, we had celebrated the birth of our third child, a healthy boy nicknamed “Bubba”. We happened to be back in Denver to try for another […]
2015, after a 5-hour pistol course, having a beer with a few of the guys, the term Krav Maga came up. I went home that night and googled it. I bought the book and started reading. Fast forward to Memorial weekend 2016 and a bad event happened in my life. Tuesday morning, I woke up […]
2015 – my journey began at Krav Maga. Before then, I was training for 15 years in a Karate system called Koei Kan. I really enjoyed and learned a lot from a Sensei who passed away just before I was testing for my Black Belt. I continued on the journey of training there, but when […]
When discussing the nature of violence with my strength coach at a Christmas party in 2017 (as one tends to do at such gatherings), fighting, self-defense and Krav Maga came up. When a retired Marine/emergency physician in downtown Detroit tells you Krav Maga Detroit is the best place to learn how to fight, you do […]
What a night it was! These seven worked their butts off and never slowed down, never wavered and plowed through to successfully complete the test and earn the Krav Maga Level 2 patch. Those in attendance witnessed a great display of determination and fighting spirit, characteristics we cherish at KMD. It is always memorable when […]
Know anyone looking forward to a fire in their house so they could finally test their skills with the fire extinguisher? Or to a car accident to find out how well the seatbelts and the airbags work? Both situations are real and could happen to anyone of us at any time. And both could prove […]
This fantastic group rocked the KM1 Workshop last Friday night. They were eager to learn more and we managed to cover a ton of KM1 material and peak into the future and see how seemingly basic techniques weave into this wonderful tapestry we call Krav Maga. Thank you all for coming. It was such a […]
Last Wednesday once again we commemorated the anniversary of the September 11 attack on our country. Since Krav Maga Detroit exists as a direct result of the horrific events of 9/11/2001, we do more than just a post on social media. We honor the heroes and their sacrifice by doing hard things and offer our […]
Honoring Our Heroes Mark your calendars for the most special event of the year at KMD! Krav Maga Detroit exists as a result of the horrific events 23 years ago and every year on that day we pay tribute to all those lost that day and since. There will be no classes that day. […]
Congratulations KMD Young Warrior Peter for successfully completing his first ever swim season as a Beachwood Barracuda. Just two months ago Peter could barely swim one length of the pool, a requirement to join the team. With time, the daily training sessions started to pay off and one length became just a routine. And then […]
Short week of classes ahead of us but the training doesn’t have to stop. Here are some ideas: Spend time outside! It’s a no brainer but so important. Go for walks, or even better – rucks. Ride a bicycle. Swim, kayak, play with your kids or friends. Being active OUTSIDE of the gym and scheduled […]
Congratulations to the newly minted KMD Brown Belts!!! What a show they all gave us Friday night into Saturday morning. Yes, you read this right. Even though the test started promptly at 1800 last Friday they finally rang the bell shortly before 0100 Saturday morning. Many people can’t even imagine going for a six and […]
This Saturday 12pm we invite Mom’s or a special someone to train with your favorite Young Warrior! Join us ready to train and we will have a blast!!! Dress in gym clothes & bring water:) #kravmagatraining
HAPPY NEW YEAR! And just like that it’s 2024! What will it bring? Nobody knows. Now here’s a better question: How will we deal with the challenges ahead? We can’t predict but we can prepare. The way we approach training at KMD is designed to give us all a fighting chance at life. By willingly […]
An interview with Pawel Cichowlas, founder of Krav Maga Detroit By PolishweeklyDecember 12, 2015 In 2005 Pawel Cichowlas opened up the training site, Krav Maga Detroit. On the 10th anniversary of its operation, along with Xavier Swiecki, who also happens to be a member, we visited the club located at 15 mile Road and […]
KMD Young Warriors class is the perfect blend of fitness, self-defense, character development, and fun. As the weather begins to cool and our days get shorter, it can only mean one thing — Fall has arrived! As we say “goodbye” to swimming pools and lake houses and say “hello” to pumpkin spiced lattes and cider […]
Hello, my name is Shaun-Michael and I started at Krav Maga Detroit on May 2016. The months leading up to joining KMD, I was introduced to Krav by Ari Harris who was preparing for his Instructor Certification. Whenever we both had free time from our studies, he would practice his teaching and he taught me […]
The KM 4 Test scheduled for tonight 3/1 is RESCHEDULED for Monday 3/4 at 5pm. ***Regular Monday classes will run as scheduled*** If you are around Monday evening, stop by and see Marko and Vikas training Advanced Krav Maga!!! A KM 4 Test is pretty amazing to witness. See you on the training floor! […]
Goruck Tribe Workout TONIGHT 2/21 @ 9:20p New to Goruck Tribe? Join us and train New KMD Member? Join us and train KMD OG? JOIN US AND TRAIN Workout to Complete Burpee Ladder of regret You will REGRET deciding to do this workout multiple times throughout the process. Your mind will tell you to quit. […]
Advanced Krav Maga Workshop: 2/24/24 Must be KM4 or higher to attend or invited by Pawel. It’s a deep dive into advanced techniques usually seen at the Brown and Black belt tests. We will be connecting dots and drawing lines to further the understanding and improve the execution of the techniques – Pawel Time: 1 […]
Training Recap I was very fortunate to attend a specialized training recently and wanted to share with you some of my thoughts. The course was a deep dive into all aspects of the edged weapons. If it had an edge to cut or a tip to puncture, we trained it. Some of the details covered […]
Wow as we roll into 2024, we have a lot to be thankful for:) Not only did the Lions get their moment in Football but Detroit is seeing some GOOD NEWS lately! Let’s keep the fun rolling in. Krav Maga Detroit has been a part of the community for over 15 years. Located in Troy, […]
Thanksgiving is one of the most beautiful holidays and definitely at the top of the list of my favorite things. It’s a tremendous testimony to the greatness of this country that had enough humility to designate a day to recognize and thank God for all the blessings he continues to bestow upon us all. Here’s […]
Comfortable. Supportive. Solid. Not grippy. Simple but not sexy. I know. But if your shoes check all those boxes you’re good to go so stop reading and go train, or at least do some push-ups. If you want my personal opinion, read on. Back in a day when I started training Krav Maga I wore […]
Congratulations to the new KMD Instructors We are so excited to welcome two new instructors to the KMD Cadre. Andriy and Shaun successfully completed the KMD Instructor Certification Course last night and in the process, earned our trust and the right to stand in front of you and teach. They were held to the […]
KRAV MAGA BLACK BELT, 3rd DEGREE: Pawel Cichowlas My Journey: I was an eight year old boy when Enter the Dragon with Bruce Lee was released in Poland. No, I did not watch it as it was for 18 and older audiences only but the older brothers of my friends did and we talked about […]
Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, […]
Holiday shopping can be a thrill. In a good way and even in a bad way. Adding a little self defense mentality can go a long way. Self Awareness You have society on your side. Potential criminals (for the most part) won’t just obnoxiously run up to you in front of a crowd and take […]
As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies […]