Welcome to the Jon Hegan Krav Maga Academy. The longest established IKMF affiliated school in the UK.
FAQ's
What should I wear and bring on my first visit to the class?
Wear comfortable loose sportswear clothing and bring some water. You will not need any equipment until you decide to join the class on a regular basis.
Does krav maga distinguish between training men and women?
No, Imi designed krav maga for people of all shapes, sizes, and physical abilities regardless of age or sex. The same krav maga techniques, with minor modifications, are taught to both men and women. However, the emphasis placed on certain techniques is can be different. Size and strength are factors a defender - male or female - must take into consideration. This is especially true where reach is a determining factor. Often women are confronted with a predatory attack, which brings the attacker in close. As a result, "infighting" or elbows, knees, eye-gouges, and, if necessary, bites are encouraged. In addition, some women are reluctant to use their knuckles for striking and instead may feel more comfortable, for example, using a palm-heal. Several krav maga ground-fighting techniques also address sexual predation or other dangers women may face and are specially adapted.
Do classes incorporate full contact fighting?
Yes and no. Krav maga, because of its nature, must be practiced under controlled conditions. Because striking at the body's vulnerable parts is krav maga's underlying counterattack principle, caution must be applied when using the techniques especially to the groin, throat and eyes. However, controlled sparring with protective gear and groundwork is an integral part of the krav maga curriculum. Advanced students regularly participate in "fighting classes." Krav maga instructors emphasize two paradoxical training rules: (1) there are no rules in a fight and (2) one must not injure oneself or one's partner when training.
Does one require previous self-defense training?
No, krav maga is designed for people to learn self-defense and advanced fighting skills regardless of previous self-defense training or who have no self-defense training at all. Krav maga's overriding philosophy is to do "whatever works." While krav maga emphasizes several basic techniques and advanced applications of these techniques to neutralize a dangerous situation, there may be no absolute or correct answer. The system is flexible in its thinking, true to its modern combat evolution. Techniques are constantly modified, revised, added and discarded as real-life encounters are taken into account and analyzed
Once you have chosen your membership option, a one off payment of £25.00 is required in order to administer and complete your registration. This fee includes:
Membership to the Jon Hegan Academy.
Automatically added to our database from which you will receive information on future seminars and events.
Public Liability and Personal Accident Insurance
Once you have started training you will need the following items:
* Full academy uniform
* Martial art type shin guards
* 14/16 oz boxing gloves
* Groin protection
Fees are paid by Direct Debit, options are as follows:
* Level 3: Unlimited training £67
* Level 2: 9 x classes a month £57
* Level 1: 5 x classes a month £47
* Single classes £10. This is a trial option only, for students in their first two week period.
Private Instruction
One on one private or semi-private and group training is available in all classes mentioned. You can train at your home, workplace or designated venue. Some of the benefits of private tuition are:
Personal Attention: The techniques taught in group classes and private classes are the same. The difference is that when you are training one-on-one with an instructor, they will give you immediate feedback regarding your technical execution since they know precisely how it is should be. In a group lesson, unless you have a very attentive training partner, you may make a mistake and not realize it, and this may lead to the development of bad habits.
Flexible Schedule: In general, private lessons can be easily scheduled throughout the week or weekends.
Quick Boost: If you regularly attend the group classes and want to tighten up on a few techniques or get ready for a test, you can schedule a one-time private class to give you a boost.
Fees are for training only and do not include travelling to your location, if it is outside of the Upminster, area or any venue hire. Email kravmagauk@aol.com for availability on an instructor.
| Jon Hegan | £50 an hour |
| Geoff Prent | £35 an hour |
| Kevin Connor | £35 an hour |
| Terry Dufosse | £35 an hour |
| Ian Smith | £35 an hour |
| Chris Sosna | £35 an hour |
