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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

I started developing Combat Club’s dual-focused self-development and self-defense program at the University of Cambridge.

We all want our kids to be healthy, confident and resilient, able to advocate for themselves while navigating the unique range of adversities they face growing up in NYC. We want to set our kids up for success and happiness.

Physical and psychological safety represent the base of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs pyramid because they’re foundational. We also need to build on them and develop tacit, hard-to-grasp life skills like self-confidence, focus, self-discipline, persistence, optimism, social and conflict communication skills. We also need to understand the value of hard work, resilience, commitment and G.R.I.T.

These skills can’t be learned online or sitting in a class-room. They require social reinforcement, mentorship, in-person training and commitment. Life skills allow children to thrive while avoiding pitfalls like bullying and drugs.

It takes a village, alongside a team of dedicated professionals, all working together.

Patrick
Founder of KMI and Combat Club.

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FAMILY SELF DEFENSE: Combat Club by KMI

From youth classes for children aged 6+ to family classes where you can develop self defense, fitness, and life skills together. Combat Club is a Foundation Program which teaches practical self defense through a hybrid martial arts system based on a combination of Krav Maga, Muay Thai, Boxing and Jiu Jitsu grappling. Our Black Belt Program also includes a Character Development and Leadership Program.

Why choose Combat Club NYC for your family?

Shared Goals and Motivation:
Training together as a family within our supportive environment allows family members to encourage each other, celebrate successes, and work towards common goals. 

Improve Mental Health & Reduce Stress:
It has been documented that fitness and martial arts training can be a great stress reliever for both adults and children. Build confidence 

Celebrate Success Together:
As your family develops core self-defense skills and sees improvement in each other, you will be right there sharing the experience, alongside other like-minded families. Our classes have a clear progression system that you can all work towards. 

Expert Instructors:
Learn from seasoned instructors with real-world experience, dedicated to helping you achieve your personal best.

Reviews
(84 Reviews)

  • This is a home away from home. A place where I feel safe and secure to learn without judgement or attachment to outcome. Here I have been challenged and accepted, tested and loved.

    RJ
    Rupert Jeremiah

  • We are really happy with Combat Club, our daughter is enjoying it and learning so much. They are very cool teachers. We like everything.

    MM
    Maria Monfort

  • As a student here at Combat Club it’s one of the best thing my parents did for me. I learn how to me more confident in tough situation. as a highschooler I’m able to stand up for myself and my friends, and not worry about how to handle a problem through expression and words. as a bounse I got an A in gym for being fit. thank you Combat Club.

    RC
    Rob Crispin

  • Excellent place for children and young adults to learn new life skills based on everyday situations that kids face. Very practical, fun and easy to learn technics that levels the playing field in their favor against Bullys. The Combat Club is a must try for any child and parent that’s interested in introducing a new mindset and discipline for self defense that will definitely help them develop confidence, focus, awareness, responsibility, and a new found respect for themselves and others around them.

    SP
    Shownyay Prolific

  • The instructors are passionate about raising strong adults and work with kids on a daily basis. The classes are designed to provide the tools needed to overcome real-world challenges in a safe, social, and supportive environment. Kids and youth are not only taught to physically protect themselves, they learn life skills like self-confidence, resilience, hard work, discipline, respect, personal responsibility, conflict communication, social skills, and dealing with confrontations as well.

    JO
    Jesse Osher

  • It has been amazing to see my son develop, learn the techniques, and become more aware and focused over the last year. I look forward to seeing how he continues to grow throughout the Combat Club and into the Blackbelt program

    RH
    Ryan Hemmesch

  • I would definitely commit myself to this in the next couple of years. I wish I had found out about this sooner.

    KF
    Ka-wen F.

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