Kids Programs

Teaching Kids to
Protect and Believe
in Themselves.

Kids who train at KLR don't just learn to defend themselves. They learn to stand up, speak up, and stay focused under pressure.

Why Krav for Kids

Skills They'll Carry for Life.

Krav Maga teaches kids practical self-defense and situational awareness. Along the way, they build discipline, respect, resilience, and the confidence to handle hard moments.

We're not here to create little fighters. We're here to give kids real tools that serve them well beyond the mat.

🛡️Real self-defense and situational awareness
💪Confidence and resilience
🎯Focus and follow-through
🤝Discipline and respect
🏃Age-appropriate, high-energy instruction

KMXplorers — Ages 5 to 7

Foundational movement, listening skills, body awareness, and beginning Krav concepts. High-energy, structured, and focused on the building blocks young kids need before more technical training.

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KM Kids — Ages 8 to 13

Krav Maga, scaled for kids. They'll learn strikes, defenses, situational awareness, and how to handle common threats. They'll also build focus, follow-through, and discipline.

How It Works

The Kids Program

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Moving Up

Kids rank through their own belt system, earning their way from white belt forward as they build skill and consistency. Each belt has its own requirements, and instructors let families know when a child is ready to test.

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A Safe Place to Train

Classes are led by experienced instructors who know how to teach kids, in a structured and closely supervised environment. Training is controlled and scaled to each age group, so kids build real skills while staying safe.

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Train With Your Kids

Our family pricing makes it easy for parents and kids to train together. The more family members training, the bigger the savings.

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Try a Class Free

Kids get a free week to see if it's a good fit.

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Class Schedule & What to Bring

Comfortable workout clothes they can move in, a water bottle, and a willingness to learn. We train on regular floors at our current space, so shoes or socks are recommended.

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After Age 13

Growing Into the Adult Program

When a student ages out of KM Kids, they move into the adult program starting at Level 1. Kids who've earned their black belt transition into the adult curriculum at green belt, carrying their experience forward as they keep training.

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FAQ for Parents

Common Questions

Most kids do well starting around 5 in KMXplorers. By 8, they're ready for the full Kids program. If you're not sure, bring them to a free trial and we'll match them to the right class.
Our instructors meet kids where they are. Shy kids often open up faster than parents expect. There's no pressure to perform.
Both. Krav teaches when to use what you've learned — which is mostly never. The goal is awareness, confidence, and de-escalation first.
No. We meet them at their level.
Yes. There's seating in the training area and you're welcome to stay.

Your First
Week Is On Us.

No experience needed. No commitment. No credit card. Just show up.

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