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Certification – So You Want to Be a Krav Maga Instructor?

Requirements

For instructor ranks: The person must have several years in our system or a similar Israeli system.

We have "phases" or "Levels" leading to full instructor status.

There are three instructor phases. An IKI (Israeli Krav International) instructor should have a black belt in a combative system and basic training in IKI.

We issue the instructor phase 1 certification which entitles the instructor to use IKI student rank certificates and IKI gear and to promote his/her affiliation to IKI.

Almost any black belt instructor should qualify for phase 1.

During phase 1 we will teach the instructor the basics through dvd/seminars.

Phase 2 instructors have had 6mo-1yr of practice in IKI and agree to host a seminar so that their students can feel a part of IKI.

Phase 3 can be awarded after Phase 2 and prepares the instructor for the level of 1st dan in Krav Maga.

Level one means affiliates can teach beginners in the IKI style at their school. They can do this via video tape.

Level 2 requires an in person exam that you give as part of their first seminar with you. Every year they can move to the next level as they continue to host your seminar. After they reach level 3/4 you can be tested for 1st Dan in Krav Maga. Unless they have had a minimum of 3/4 years training in Israel self defense one can not be promoted to Instructor levelin Krav Maga.

Instructor certification program IKI

Rules from the Board of Directors

According to our board of directors here are the rules...no black belts until 3 years minimum training with 3 seminars over a 3 year period.

Exceptions: If one can prove through certificates that they have been trained in Krav Maga from an authentic Krav Maga teacher you can consider that training as time in grade for your promotions.

"Interested instructors will be glad to wait. Guys just looking for the next credential can take a hike. Don't allow someone to offer money to buy rank. Maintain integrity in your organization and you will build a strong foundation for years to come."

IKI Membership - Frequently Asked Questions

Before joining, you need to ask Are You Right for IKI

Dues

Membership and On-Line Training

IKI represents authentic Krav Maga direct from Israel at an affordable price.

Your membership entitles you to on going on-line training, personal advice via phone or e mail,use of the IKI logo, and listing in the IKI directory, as well as other privileges(use of IKI diplomas, selling merchandise, endorsement of seminars, letters of reference)

On line training involves receiving training clips via your e mail. With these short clips, along with the DVD's you will learn the latest techniques from Israel. Any questions you may have about the techniques will be answered quickly. When you are ready you can send us clips of yourself for comment and review or rank.

First year membership in IKI is $199.

The instructor must also buy the DVD's and practice and teach Krav Maga. Head Instructor Moshe Katz can test the students at your first visit for $35 per student. The instructor gets the instructional fee for teaching your IKI Krav Maga.

STUDENT RANK $35, (Yellow - Brown)

Second year renewal is only $99.

Moshe Katz will test all the students for the first 3 years until the instructor makes black belt in Krav Maga. Then the instructor can test his own students.

Instructor levels exam is $100.

IKI T shirt $15 - send me an e mail to indicate size and color, from size 6 to XXXL

School T-Shirts

Have an IKI Krav Maga T shirt with your school name and phone number on the back. No extra charge. Discount for volume.

INSTRUCTOR T SHIRTS

Available in English or Hebrew, no extra charge.

Krav Maga DVD's

Krav Maga Knife Defense - 17 of the most important techniques - $10

Jerusalem Krav Maga - CD/DVD $10

Over view of training in Jerusalem

Krav Maga Basics DVD - $10

Why Krav Maga?

Krav Maga Diplomas

Our authentic Krav Maga diplomas were designed by Itay Gil and Moshe Katz. They reflect the spirit of Israel; ancient and modern.

Krav Maga Diplomas

How do be an effective Martial Arts Instructor

Belt Ranks

For those wishing to "move up the ranks" via the colored belt system. You can be tested by one of our instructors in person or by sending in a video of yourself. (contact info below)

Reality based belt test