Practical Self Defense for Everyone

We believe that everyone has a right to feel safe. Feeling safe feels empowering, especially during these increasingly uncertain times. That’s why we welcome men and women of all ages and levels of physical ability to embark upon our path to protection and learn the key to unlocking greater peace-of-mind. Whether you are seeking private lessons or group classes, we’re here to help increase the personal safety of all law-abiding individuals in our communities.

Practical Self Defense for Everyone

We believe that everyone has a right to feel safe. Feeling safe feels empowering, especially during these increasingly uncertain times. That’s why we welcome men and women of all ages and levels of physical ability to embark upon our path to protection and learn the key to unlocking greater peace-of-mind. Whether you are seeking private lessons or group classes, we’re here to help increase the personal safety of all law-abiding individuals in our communities.

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WE WELCOME ALL GOOD PEOPLE to join our Krav Maga Essentials community. Learn practical self-defense skills in a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental training environment. Contact Founder/Chief Instructor Gus Bottazzi at 203-428-5800 about private lessons. 

295 Westport Ave., 2nd Floor,
Norwalk, CT. 06851

203-428-5800

Be S.A.F.E. Not Sorry

We believe that when a person “Feels Safe”, they can “Live Free.” That’s why our training emphasizes the concept of being S.A.F.E.

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Situation: Be aware of your surroundings and situation to avoid most dangers before they ever occur.
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Avert: De-escalate/defuse potential threats by learning how to calm down potentially aggressive social confrontations with verbal skills and body language.
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Fight: When there is no other option, fully commit and apply the self-defense skills/principles taught to you by our expert team of instructors.
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Exit: Once a threat is neutralized with the appropriate amount of force necessary, depart as quickly as possible.

While in a violent encounter you are ultimately responsible for being your own protector, you are not alone in how you prepare for one. It takes a village…and our team is standing behind you to help build your skills and confidence to remain safe.