IKI currently includes instructors from the USA, Canada, South America, Central America, Puerto Rico, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Italy, France, Germany, Netherlands, England, Mexico, Spain, the Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan, Norway, and Israel, we are allies in promoting personal safety and self preservation. We look forward to welcoming representatives from other countries as well. For information about membership and certification please see Krav Maga Certification

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Instructors - USA

Arizona

Mr. Tim Hillis joins our team with a rich and diverse background in martial arts. He has trained in traditional martial arts, law enforcement, and competitive martial arts. Of his thirty years in martial arts the past ten have been devoted to Israeli combat systems.

Mr. Hillis is a Law Enforcement Officer and Lead Defensive Tactics Instructor for his agency. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing the continuing DT education of more than 200 officers and Sergeants. He also serves as the primary DT and Physical Fitness Instructor to all cadets attending the Detention Academy for multiple agencies.

From Left to Right, Assistant Brian Driver, Lead Assistant Brian Moffat, Chief Instructor Tim Hillis

After training with some well known instructors, Mr. Hillis decided to join our team at IKI, something we are very excited about. It is not just his five black belts and 4th dan rank, it is his passion for Krav Maga, his idealism, his honesty and integrity.

I have been to Cottonwood Combat many times for extensive training with the staff and students. Tim Hillis is an outstanding practioner and a patient instructor. The "Brians" round out an excellent staff.

“Hey Hoot, why do you do it man; you some kinda’ war junkie? I won’t say a.... thing. Why? ‘Cause they won’t understand. They won’t understand it’s about the man standing next to ya’. That’s why we do it.... that’s why we do it.” Quote from the Movie Blackhawk Down as said by the character of Sgt. First Class Norm "Hoot" Hooten (Gibson in the film) played by Eric Bana

In Law Enforcement, we often develop a similar 'brotherhood' as those who serve in the military. In my shop I tend to promote the same type of camaraderie. The men, women and children in our classes form a sense of community which helps them to develop confidence in their skills. Not because they take it easy on each other, but because they make one another work hard enough to achieve that next level of competence. It is a challenge, but they are always successful! I am amazed at how quickly each of my students progress. I was told recently by an Officer for Arizona State Parks that he had not come to watch our class in about 30 days and he was shocked at how good each of my students had gotten in such a short period of time! It's because they are a team that cares about one another and their safety. So, yes, they do challenge one another - to bring out their very best, so when they look back in few months, they will see how valuable it is to accept no less in return. Because in each class, what's important is helping the person next to you - YOUR partner.

Tim Hillis

Owner Cottonwood Combat

IKI Black Belt, Phase Two Instructor.

read more about Tim Hillis and Cottonwood Combat

Tim Hillis Cottonwood Combat

Brian Moffat, Arizona

I’ve been involved in firearms training and competition off and on most of my life. I felt that I was more than able to defend myself regardless of the situation.About 4 years ago my wife and I were looking at an article written by a well-known firearms instructor. The highlight of the article, for me, was that the greatest percentage of defensive shootings were happening at an arms length (upwards of 80-90%). The author was pointing out that, as American instructors, we had been spending way too much time teaching our students pinpoint accuracy and not enough time on hand to hand combat skills. Wow! The light went on in our heads! Thus began our search for something that would give us and our students something worth learning. That search led us to Tim Hillis and Moshe Katz. Working with Tim Hillis the last couple of years has taught us more then there is room here to write about! The mindset we teach in Krav Maga shows people that it’s not about the weapon, it’s about the attitude. It’s about the will to overcome and win the fight! My firearms classes are no longer just teaching people to shoot, but how to fight! I think if we all admit it, that’s a big part of why we do what we do : Making a difference in the lives of people by giving them the tools to survive in extreme situations. The other part, as our senior instructor in AZ Tim Hillis says, “it’s about the guy next to you, that’s why we do what we do.”

As I look at the group of instructors with IKI and the experience we have within this organization, I can truly say that it is an honor to be part of this fine group of people. Thanks especially to you Moshe for making it all possible!We are all students, and sometimes we are given the blessing of teaching.

Brian & Sheila Moffatt

www.extremedefenseusa.com

California

Joe Mendiola, Northridge, California

Joe with Relek Gracie

Background:US Air Force Veteran

Began Martial Arts Training in 1976

3rd Dan & Full Instructor in Kenpo Karate Combatives

AFSC Certified Self-Defense Instructor

1st Dan Black Belt & Certified Instructor in Valadez Kenpo Combat Reality Street Survival

Hikuta Instructor Certification under Master Al Abidin--in progress

Combat Aikido Black Belt training under Master Miguel Hernandez--in progress

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training---Blue Belt in progress

Renzoku Close Quarter Battle--Instructor Certificate in Progress

I have also studied the following:

Close Combat Training with Captain Chris PizzoStreet Self-Defense with Shihan Michael Pace

Russell Stutely's Multiplied Force Fighting System

Enigma by Sifu Paul Vunak

Jeet Kune Do Concepts by Sifu Lopez

Judo & Takedown techiques by US National Judo Champion, Daniel Mc Cormick

I'm always looking to learn the most effective techniques that can be effectively applied in the streets. With that in mind, I remind myself & my students that the best way to win a fight is not to be in one. We train hard not to fight, but if we have to, we will win.

Joe Mendiola

PSC Self-Defense Institute

(818) 745-2691

Email: PSCSelfDefense@gmail.com

Michael Villa, Long Beach

Florida

Calvin Longton is the Chief instructor of Precision Martial Arts in Navarre, FL. Calvin is a life long student of martial arts and a full time instructor. He has a 3rd degree black belt in Hapkido, black belt in tae kwon do, blue belt in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu and has practiced several other arts including Muay Thai, Wing Chun, Judo and JuJutsu. Calvin retired after a 21 year career in the military which spanned three services. He was an operational member of USMC Force Recon, US Army Special Forces and USAF Combat Control.

In 2010 Calvin and his family traveled to Israel to understand Krav Maga and Israel better. He trained with our local Krav group, taught the kids class, and spend a day at the Dead Sea and Mt. Masada fortress.

In November 2010 Calvin was promoted by Moshe Katz to the rank of Phase Two Instructor.

"I have practiced Israeli martial arts for several years. I was drawn to Krav Maga for it's directness and effectiveness. Krav Maga wastes no time in getting right to the heart of the matter. Born specifically for the purpose of training warriors to a state of readiness in a short period of time, it is exactly what is needed for civilians as well to learn to defend themselves. I am very excited to be a member of Israeli Krav International."

Calvin with Moshe in Israel

LAZARO BUENO

Lazaro Bueno

"Ultimate Jeet Kune Do Miami" located in Miami, Fl. (305)897-1694

Sifu Lazaro "Assassin" Bueno is the Head of the JKD Nexus and the International Krav Maga Alliance. He owns Ultimate Protection & Investigations, Inc. an Executive Protection and Investigations agency in Miami and also Ultimate Jeet Kune Do Miami where he is teaches Krav Maga, Jeet Kune Do, BJJ and Kyokushin. He has developed a system for bodyguards called "Hokuto Shinken" one of the most complete Executive Protection systems. His websites are: www.kravmaga.iz.nu

www.jkdnexus.com

www.ultimatebodyguard.com

John LIPTAK

Santa Rosa Beach

President and Founder of The American Combat Federation

In November 2010 John was promoted by Moshe Katz to the rank of Phase One Instructor.

Mr. Liptak began his martial arts training in 1976, and has been training and teaching ever since. He was able to practice many systems and styles of fighting, by having multiple instructors and training at the largest dojo in the North West Florida. The dojo had numerous martial arts programs, including: Shotokan; Jujitsu; Boxing; Kickboxing; Full Contact Karate; and Hand to Hand Combat for the Special Operation Ranger Units and police departments in the area. Mr. Liptak rose quickly up through the ranks and became the head instructor.

Over thirty years later, he still serves as the Chief Instructor for the Red Dragon Martial Arts Academies and all affiliated schools, instructors, students, both past and present, under Grand Master Jim Rodriguez. Mr. Liptak spent four years in the United States Marine Corps and continued his training in multiple arts, with a focus on Chinese styles, as well as teaching and training Army personnel at Fort Myers and Marines in Arlington, Virginia. Mr. Liptak has served as a bodyguard in both the military and in a civilian capacity. He later formed the American Combat Federation in 1987 and opened a private dojo teaching his system after leaving the service and returning to Florida.

Through the years, he has worked with military, law enforcement, and private citizens alike. Mr. Liptak currently conducts seminars, teaches self-defense courses, women’s self-defense clinics, private lessons, as well as his own system. Mr. Liptak continues to train and seek knowledge of the martial arts and is very active in training, as well as attending seminars.

Mr. Liptak has learned many Krav Maga techniques through the years, but in March of 2010 he had the opportunity to train with Moshe Katz and was extremely impressed with the practicality and simplicity of Moshe’s Krav Maga system. He soon became a member of the IKI and adopted the techniques. Mr. Liptak believes that Moshe’s system is the most current and up to date Krav Maga system in existence, with the safest techniques for weapon disarms for both the defender as well as any bystanders.

Mr. Liptak looks forward to a long relationship with the IKI.

Current ranks and certification:

8th Degree Black Belt American Combat System

7th Dan Black Belt Shotokan,6th Degree Black Belt American Combat Karate,4th Degree Black Belt Hand to Hand Combat,4th Dan Black Belt Bushido-Ryu, 2nd Dan Black Belt Moo Duk Kwan /Tang Soo Do, 1st Degree Black Belt Kickboxing,1st Dan Black Belt Shorin-Ryu,3 Years Training Wing Chun, Combat Shooting Specialist (Hand Gun, Combat Shotgun, Rifle M-4 Style), Chief Instructor for The Red Dragon Martial Arts Academies

Gary Brielmayer

A 4th dan black belt with with John Liptak and a devoted martial artist of many years, I found Gary to be an outstanding and enthusiastic martial artsit. In November 2010 Gary was promoted to Phase One Instructor.

Georgia

Hal Herndon

Chief Instructor

chief instructor of Georgia Mountain Krav Maga and Georgia Mountain Hapkido

c/o 567 Deer Run Trail

Murrayville, Georgia 30564

Hal has an extensive and rich background in martial arts. He holds the rank of 5th dan in Hapkido. He joined IKI to enhance his Hapkido skills and make them more relevant for the street. He soon discovered that he liked Krav Maga as a discipline in itself.

On August 22, 2011 I had the honor of promoting him to Phase One Instructor in IKI. (Moshe Katz)

www.GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com

http://www.georgiamountainhapkido.com/

James Eddings, AlpharettaFounder- Vagabond Kali-Silat

" I have spent my life practicing and researching the Martial Arts. I have taught civilians, law enforcement and military. I believe in keeping alive the combative aspects of martial arts, the ancient skills that have stood the test of time, and the evolving science of training. At "The Old School" we focus primarily on Southeast Asian combatives and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu."

The Old School

Alpharetta, Georgia (USA)

678-283-2744

vagabondarts@yahoo.com

Learn more about Master Eddings

http://www.freewebs.com/vagabondarts/

Illinois

Amy Jo Giles; Owner/Instructor

1824 Stevenson Drive, Springfield, IL 62703

217-726-0097

www.kenpotime.com

E Mail: senseiamy@kenpotime.com

Amy is a fine martial artist with experience in a number of styles, she is not only a teacher but a very dedicated student of the martial arts, always seeking to learn more and to better herself.

I had the honor of being hosted and conducting seminars at her school in Illinois.

Her experience includes many years of Kenpo, Karate and Krav Maga. Her Krav Maga moves are fluid and explosive. After extensive training she has been certified as a Krav Maga black belt second dan and a Phase Two Instructor in IKI Krav Maga.

Eric W. Littrell - phase one instructor

Decatur Krav Maga

2487 N. Monroe St.

Decatur, IL 62526

217-413-8764

decaturkravmaga@hotmail.com

Eric has nearly 30 years of martial arts experience as student and teacher.

He began training at age 12 in Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido. By his late teens he realized that traditional martial arts were limited in real life violent situations, so he began a quest for warrior knowledge that has encompassed many styles and continues today.

His experience includes Karate, Ju Jistsu, Judo, Savate, and Military Combatives.

Eric's study,

"I have been blessed with a great gift in my ability to learn and teach. I want to use that to help people protect themselves and their loved ones."

Indiana

In November 2010 Gabe was promoted to the rank of Phase Two Instructor in IKI Krav Maga.

Gabriel has been a police officer for 10 years and is a member of the SWAT team at Lawrence police department in Indianapolis. He is also a FTO officer and a member of the honor guard for our fallne officers.

He has a great deal of martial arts experience including Brazilian jujitsu, hand to hand combat and Krav Maga.

Indianapolis Krav Maga site

Jasen Oslin

with Gabe and Jasen in Indiana

I found Jasen to be an outstanding student and teacher of martial arts. His depth of understanding, his attention to detail and his devotion to his students make him an ideal teacher. With his deep bellowing, "Listen Up" he brings the room to attention. He is highly respected by his students.

He teaches boxing, Muey Thai, Brazilian Jujitsu and Krav Maga.

Robert Amos

Robert Amos has 21 years experience in Martial Arts, 19 of which have been as an instructor. He holds a black belt 1st degree 2nd gup in Tae Kwon Do, and various degrees in Kempo, Muy Thai Kickboxing and grappling. Martial Arts are a passion of Robert’s that is reflected in his daily life. Krav Maga is the only form of Martial Arts that he feels has ever truly made him ready for “street combat”.

In November 2010 Robert was promoted to the rank of Phase Two Instructor by Moshe Katz.

Kentucky

I had the pleasure of training with Major Robert Peters in Kentucky and found him to be an outstanding martial artist; always questioning, training hard, and striving for the best technique.

Major Peters has over 20 years military experience and 35 years martial arts training. Holder of Black belts in Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, SAMBO and the Marine Corp Martial Arts program. Certified Jeet Kune Do instructor, Modern Army Combatives instructor and a Krav Maga Law Enforcement instructor. He is a certified Judo and Jujitsu instructor/examiner/coach through the United States Judo Association and the United States Jujitsu Federation. He has trained in submission wrestling and kickboxing. He has trained national champions in Karate, Judo, and Sport Jujitsu. He is a lifetime member of the United States Combat SAMBO Association and a member of Israeli Krav International.

Robert Peters website

Louisiana

Massachusetts

With Greg in New Hampshire.

IKI Krav Maga Phase One instructor.

Barret Zimmerman

Barret came to Israel already armed with many years of martial arts training, including several years of Krav Maga. He trained with purpose and determination everyday, always questioning, asking questions and seeking the truth. His questions were always respectful and very much to the point. At the conclusion of our training he was tested extensively, both in terms of his ability and his teaching skills.

Without the slightest doubt or hesitation, in June 2011 I promoted Barret to Phase One instructor. He is now teaching in the Western MA. He is now teaching an IKI class at ATA Martial Arts Center in South Deerfield Massachusetts

http://atadeerfield.com/

Ben McGinnes, Lunenberg,

Ben spent four years in the Marine Corps. Shortly after completing his enlistment in the USMC Ben became a corrections officer at a Maximum security prison. He has been there for the past nine years.

Mark Kaufman Chestnut Hill,

Mark Kaufman a former division 1 wrestler turned spec operator grew up in Oceanside, CA. This influenced his outlook on both martial arts and the practicality of self defense. Mark was heavily influenced by one of his predecessors who used to say "The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle". To this day he is a firm believer in this philosophy and his class is a reflection of those beliefs.

Served in the United States Navy from 1981 to 2001, retired as a Lieutenant Commander. He has also served in both SEAL teams and Special Boat Teams. In 1982 while on an exchange program with the Israeli Defense Forces (Shayetet 13) he was first exposed to Krav Maga. From 2004 to 2007 he studied Krav Maga and began working as a private trainer and Krav Maga instructor.

In December 2010 Mark was promoted by Moshe Katz to Phase One Krav Maga instructor.

Contact Mark

Michigan

Craig is constantly seeking to improve his skills and to stay on the cutting edge of Krav Maga. He has hosted many seminars with Moshe Katz, attended Tour and Train in Israel, and consistently drives up to ten hours each way to attend seminars with Moshe in nearby states of the US.

Ronin Martial Arts Academy

1618 Leonard NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

616-901-9529

ronintao@aol.com

www.roninmartialartsacademy.webs.com

Craig has trained in IKI Krav Maga intensively and has gained my confidence as a top instructor.

Craig combines over 30 years of martial arts experience as instructor, competitor, and student with many real life situations. He has trained in a wide variety of traditional, sport and tactical combative systems.

Treating people with respect and as individuals he is able to help each student bring out the best in themselves and their training. He believes it is very important to keep going in training and in life as he tries to live up to and inspire others to embrace Robert Humphrey's Warrior Creed:

"Wherever I walk, everyone is a little bit safer because I am there. Wherever I am, anyone in need has a friend. Whenever I return home, everyone is happy I am there."

Currently Craig teaches classes at the WestSide Fitness Center and is a defensive tactics and warrior ethics instructor at the Homeland Security and Protective Services Academy within the Gerald R. Ford Job Corps in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

"My objective is to create an environment that promotes empowerment, awareness and the universal human values of respect and compassion starting with each individual and extending it into our global community! "

Michael Weingartz - Phase One Instructor

Michael Weingartz background in martial arts:

* 30 years martial arts experience

* 6th dan in Tang Soo Do

* Instructor rankings in several methods of Chinese/Japanese martial arts

* Studied and participated in several Muay Thai bouts.

* Studied several forms of grappling (Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Combat Submission Wrestling).

* Student of Kali

* 4 time gold medal winner and USA team member at the WKC World Championships in Portugal (2010)

* Studied martial arts in China, Mongolia, Japan, Canada, and the United States.

* Green belt, Phase One instructor in IKI Krav Maga

School name and address:

White Tiger Martial Arts

4470 Huron Street, Suite B

North Branch, MI. 48461

(810) 688-2900

www.whitetigermartialarts.webs.com

Minnesota

Jeff's original training began over 30 years ago in Tae Kwon Do where he achieved a 1st Dan. Realizing in 1986 that Tae Kwon Do had limited street application Jeff pursued Hapkido and today holds a 2nd Dan in that art. Jeff also holds 1st Dans in several schools of Jujitsu. Jeff was certified by Tony Blauer as a Personal Defense Readiness Instructor and by Hock Hockheim as a Hand-to-Hand Combat Instructor.

Officer Hatzenbeller on patrol

Jeff has been a police officer for the City of Richfield since 1992 where he serves in the Patrol Division. Richfield is a city positioned between Minneapolis and Bloomington, Minnesota, two of Minnesota's largest cities. Jeff is a certified Use of Force / Defensive Tactics Instructor as well as a Tactical Baton and Subject Control Instructor Instructor.

Jeff is also an FBI certified Police Firearms Instructor, a certified Patrol Rifle Instructor, and a certified Shoothouse Instructor. He served on his department's SWAT team from 1998 to 2002 both as a Police Sniper / Countersniper and as part of the Entry Team. Jeff was also certified as a Police Sniper under the tutelage of former USMC Sniper Instructor Ted Hollibaugh. He was also certified as a Sniper / Countersniper Instructor under former Ranger / Special Forces operator Steven Mattoon.

During his career as a police officer Jeff has received two Departmental Commendations.

Jeff also serves on the Minnesota Police Honor Guard which is comprised of 36 multi-jurisdictional officers from the state of Minnesota who serve at police funerals for officers killed in the line of duty.

Jeff is currently constructing a martial arts program as part of a church outreach program through his place of worship, Grace Fellowship in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

Missouri

Phase One Instructor

New Hampshire

Northfield, New Hampshire

With Mikel and students, seminar, September 2011

Mikel LaChapelle writes:

I am a professional educator by trade and have been working in public and private school for the last 15 years. I have been a life long student of the martial arts and have been actively learning, sharing, and teaching for the past 28 years. I lived and trained in South Korea for more than three years, while working as an English as Second Language Teacher, which allowed me to travel and train all over East and South East Asia. I have been very fortunate to have trained with and continue to train with many great teachers and masters of Silat, Judo, Jujitsu, Systema, Kali, Escrima, Okinawan and Japanese Karate, Kuntao, Ninjitsu, Sambo, Brazilian Jiujitsu, boxing, Tai Chi and Krav Maga. Rokudan (6th degree in Mamori-jitsu)

Yondan (4th degree black belt) US JU-JITSU, United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF)

Yondan (4th degree black belt) Traditional Kodokan Judo, (USA-TKJ)

Nidan (2nd degree black belt) Yudo, Korean Judo Association Nidan (2nd degree black belt) Sport Judo, United States Judo Association

Chodan (1st degree black belt) Kuk Sool Won, The Korean Kido Association

Chodan (1st degree black belt) Chon Tu Kwan Hapkido, International Hapkido Federation

Chodan (1st degree black belt) Dae Han Hapkido, The Korean Kido Association

Rank of Lakan Tatlo in South East Asian Fighting Arts- Guru Steve Perrin

Assistant Instructor in Combat Systema- Kevin Secour

Dan rankings in Okinawan Karate

Began Training in Krav Maga in 2006 and I am a certified instructor

Mikel LaChapelle Site

New York

Brett HALEM, Long Island,

Active 20 year employee with U.S. government agency, DT Instructor, locatedin NYC, NY. Certified as an instructor in numerous reality based self defense systems.

Black belt in Kenpo. Studied and certified as an instructor in other Israeli self defensesystems.

Currently offering Krav Maga at: Five Towns JCC : 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY 11516,

brett_halem@nysp.uscourts.gov and bretthalem@optonline.net

Dariel WILLIAMS, Plainview, Long Island

Protection Fitness

"www.protectionfitness.com".

Louis BALESTRIERI, New York

Retired NYPD detective from the Organized Crime Investigation Division, decorated multiple times for actions involving grave personal risk, expert at firearms, and over thirty years martial arts experience.

Co Founder of Ultimate Warrior Training.

During my Fall 2008 trip to the USA I had the opportunity to spend a day training with Louie B, exchanging ideas, and discussing real life training. I was impressed with his vast knowledge drawn from his years on the force and his hands on experience. He has truly applied this knowledge to his training. His insights are very valuable. For anyone who has the opportunity to train with him, I highly recommend it.

Martial Arts Resume.

A. Tae Kwon Do Rank - Shodan Kukkiwon Certified

Style : Tango Soo Do - Moo Duk Kwan.

Instructors: 1. Master Richard Chun, President of United Sates Tae Kwon Do Association, 9th Dan 2. Master Thomas .

Festa, Coach WAKKO United States Team, 6th Dan.

3. Master Robert Mangan, Founder Mushin-Do System, 5th Dan.

4. Master Arthur Cohen, Author and Certified Police Trainer, 6th Dan.

5. Sabubnim John Mattheos, Kukkiwon Certified Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido 3rd Dan.

Style : Ji Do Kwan .

Instructor: 1. Grand Master Yeong Hee Park, Olympic- American Coach.

Member: Kukkiwon, United States Tae Kwon Do Association, USA TAe Kwon Do.

B. Kodokan Judo Rank Ik Kyu .

Instructors : 1. Sensei Parnel Legross,Olympic Judo Player/Coach.,founder of Starrett Judo, 5th Dan, 2. Jack Krystek, 6th Dan, 3. John Palamaro, 4th Dan.

Member: USA Judo.

C. Jujitsu Ranked Mudansha.

Style: Goshinbudo.

Instructor : 1.Master Jeff Lovering, 7th Dan.

D. Indonesian Martial Arts (no rank), Style : Arnis -Lanada System, Instructor : 1. Arthur Cohen Style: Kali Silat Instructor : Peter Shanahai Style : Pananadata Instructor: Spencer Gee.

E. Hapkido - Ranked Mudansha Instructor: Sabubnim John Mattheos.

F. Aikido - Ranked Mudansha Instructor: Sensei Ed Hagihara.

Additonal Certifications:.

1. Certified CDT Level I Stun and Run Instructor : Tom Patire 2. Certified Last Resort Tactics Level I Gun Disarms Instructor : Tom Patire 3. Certified Last Resort Tactics Level II Gun Disarms Instructor : Tom Patire 4. ISC Pressure Point Course Instructor: Arthur Cohen 5. Ground Fighting Instructor: Arthur Cohen 6. Certified NRA Pistol Instructor.

Retired NYPD Detective,

NYPD Undercover Firearms Course, NYPD Shotgun Training.

North Carolina

Moshe with Jon Phipps (on my right) and Allen Branch (on my left), North Carolina

Allen Branch, CPT, SCS, NASM-PES

Allen Branch has 22 years experience in the field of Martial Arts, Fitness and sports conditioning. He is a certified Performance Enhancement Specialist with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Sports Conditioning Specialist, a Certified Personal Trainer, a Kickboxing Master Instructor and has been certified in Resistance training biomechanics at the Cooper Institute in Dallas. He is also a member of an elite advisory board for the American Public University Sports and Health Sciences and Sports Management program.

Allen holds Black Belts in 5 styles of Martial Arts, representing 28 years of continued studies. These include Black Belts in Kickboxing, Ju-jitsu, Karate, Taekwondo and Russian Sombo. Allen was also the first civlian Instructor to complete the Marine Corps Close Quarters Combat Instructor training course under the guidance of Mr. Cardo Urso. He was a featured Instructor at the reknown Karate College at Radford University in Virginia, a key presenter at the 2000 World Martial Arts conference and has been featured in Instructional videos for specially designed training drills that have been distributed throughout the World.

He also has a Masters Certificate in Project Management from Villanova University, and is featured curriculum adviser in the most comprehensive Kickboxing manual ever written. Voted fight trainer of the year in 2002, he is a protege of the legendary World Kickboxing Champion Joe Lewis and is Master trainer of one of only 12 official JLFS training centers in the World. He has a 30-3-2 fight record, is a silver medalist in Sombo (Russian Submission Wrestling) and has competed in Boxing, Kickboxing, Sport Ju-jitsu, Sombo, and Sport Karate. He has taught 4 National Kickboxing champions, 3 East coast champions and 7 National ranking medalists in submission wrestling, as well as winning numerous victories and titles in a variety of combat sports over the last 15 years. He is the founder of American Martial Arts Systems, whose techniques and training methodologies are taught all over the globe. He recently earned a Instructor status at Israeli Krav International. Allen is also the senior student of 16 years to Mr. Alan Jacobs, one the worlds finest personal protection specialists who has served as head of security for stars such as Whitney Houston and Meg Ryan. Together Branch and Jacobs formed American Martial Arts systems in 1991 and now nearly 1,000 students have learned the techniques and strategies this unique system has to offer, and AMAS remains the Triad areas of North Carolinas leader in Martial Arts innovation and development.

Allen now has turned his focus to full time teaching and fitness consulting, founding Fitness One Training Systems as a leader in one on one and group fitness instruction, youth and adult Martial Arts programming, Kickboxing and self-defense. Fitness One assists people of all ages with a wide range of services, including weight loss, muscle toning, injury prevention, sports conditioning and performance enhancement. He has a diverse training clientele, with clients ranging from age 10 to age 65.

Allen can be reached at 336-655-4558 or by e-mail at trainer@myfitnessone.com

Jon Phipps

What one notices about Jon right from the start is his passion for Krav Maga, humility in his approach to training, and his desire for constant improvement.

Jon has traveled long distances to learn with Moshe Katz, participating in seminars and private training whenever possible. One thing I can assure you - no one works harder! Jon has fully earned his Krav Maga Black Belt.

Ohio

Timothy A. Tharp is the founder and chief instructor of Dayton Krav Maga. Mr. Tharp has somewhere in the range of nineteen years of training in various martial arts and self defense systems. He has worked in the fields of law enforcement, corrections, security, and loss prevention, in the civilian and military sectors, along with various military assignments. Mr. Tharp holds a Masters Degree in Security Management and a Masters of Business Administration.

Contact info:

DaytonKravMaga@yahoo.com

I met Leo at the University of Miami in Ohio, he was among the organizers of my seminar. Since then he participated in several more seminars and finally came to Israel for the summer where he spent two and half monthes training with me. He is now a junior instructor in Krav Maga.

Pennsylvania

Dennis and Moshe after seminar at U Penn

"Dennis Fritzinger bio: Started training in 1995 under Brian Kates 7th dan in Sa-Gi-Do for 1yr. In 1996 started training in TangSooDo thru Dan Nolan 5th dan. In 1998 became a member of World Black Belt Bureau started training under Kang Rhee 9th dan received 1st dan in TangSooDo and became a 3rd dan Certfied Instructor in PasaRyu Karate. In 2010 I became a member of Israeli Krav International and in 2011 I became a Phase One Level Instructor of Krav Maga under the tutelage of 5th Dan Moshe Katz."

Dennis is currently teaching at -40 W. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18701

Dennis teaches in the Poconos, Pa area.

International Krav Maga Instructor, IKI

Tennessee

Timothy Garrett (Tim) is the head martial arts Instructor, personal trainer, and joint owner of TWMA, www.twmatn.com

He has been practicing martial arts for over 24 years and teaching for over 16 years. He has multiple black belts and certifications in martial arts and combat systems.

He has fought in about a dozen full contact ISKA kick boxing, tough man contests, and several point tournaments.

He has trained with several professional and amateur kick boxers, jujitsu practitioners, shoot fighters, mma fighters, and martial arts instructors.

He served as an MP for about 6 years learning additional combative techniques as well as helping to facilitate the combative training of his unit.

He is affiliated with Israeli Krav International as a member and Phase 2 instructor. IKI is a Krav Maga organization in Israel where Krav Maga originated. The Krav Maga techniques and principles taught by IKI founder Moshe Katz are tested, tried, and proven in combat and real life situations in Israel and around the world. It is a complete reality based system covering every area of confrontation and self-defense. The techniques are not static as taught decades ago. They are dynamic, constantly evolving, adapting, and changing to address real life situations. These techniques are safer and more effective than techniques in many similar combative systems. They are easy to learn, easy to remember, and easy to apply in many situations.

Current Ranks, Certifications, and Experience:

Phase 2 Krav Maga Instructor by Moshe Katz 5th Dan

4th Degree Black Belt in Isshinryu Karate by Masters Scott 10th Dan& Ruth Ann Shamblin 7th Dan Recognized through the OKU and IIKA

Black Belt in Kick Boxing & Jujitsu by Moshe Katz 5th Dan

Provided Krav Maga Training for the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department and Manchester Police Department Personnel

Taught Self Defense & Martial Arts at Church Out-Reach Programs, Vacation Bible Schools, & Girl Scout Troops

Taught Self Defense at Snap Fitness

Taught Multiple Women’s Self Defense Classes & Work Shops

Facilitated & Taught Specialized Training for 269th Military Police Unit

Provided security at the Tennessee Governor’s Mansion

Fought in ISKA Full Contact Kick Boxing & Tough Man Matches

Ace Certified Personal Trainer

B.S. Degree in Information Technology & Health and Human Performance

Ordained Minister

In September 2011 Tim was promoted to Phase Two Instructor

Learn more about Tim

www.twmatn.com

Texas

In November 2010 Drew was promoted by Moshe Katz to the rank of Phase Two Instructor.

Drew and his wife own Lone Star MMA Gym/Relson GRACIE Jiu-Jitsu of Tyler TX. They both welcome you to this GREAT FACILITY. It is also much more than a multi-disciplined Martial Arts Academy. It is an Elite Functional Fitness Training Center, and a Reality Based Self Defense Center.

Black Belt in Japanese Jujitsu, Blue Belt awarded by Relson Gracie in Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Drew also holds a Black belt in Kempo. Drew continues to teach and train as a student under Relson GRACIE, Phil Cardella Black Belt in Relson GRACIE Jiu-Jitsu.

Drew is a former US Marine Infantryman/Military Policeman, South Florida Police Officer, and he served over 20 years with the US Marshals Service, in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Honolulu, Las Vegas, and Texas. Because of his work in Fugitive Investigations, Witness Protection, and Judicial Security with the U.S. Marshals Service, and because of his advanced background in martial arts Drew was able to attend Elite Military and Law Enforcement hand to hand, arrest and control courses/schools. He has attended the US Army Special Forces, Combatives Instructor Course, and the US Navy SEALS, Combat Fighting Course, Drew is also a graduate of the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu "G.R.A.P.L.E." Instructor Course, Frank Shamrocks Science of Officer Defense and Criminal Submission" Instructors Course, and Graduated from the Department of Homeland Security Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's' Defensive Tactics Instructor Training Program.

He also graduated from C.D.T. as a Tactical Master Instructor. He has been a certified as a Shoot-Fighting Instructor and is currently a Licensed Certified Texas Mixed Martial Arts Referee. Drew is a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer under Coopers Clinic, and a SMAC (Specialist in Martial Arts Conditioning), and a SPN (Sports Performance Nutrition Specialist) under the ISSA (International Sports Science Association).

He was certified by the US Federal Government as a Physical Security Specialist, Hazmat Specialist, Security Consultant, and an Executive Security Protection Instructor, Federal Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics instructor. Drew often says that having a Black Belt is only half of the equation. You need to know how to teach based on scientific principles. During his many years in law enforcement, Drew has worked the mean streets of South Florida, Hawaii, and Las Vegas as a fugitive investigator. He spent his last five years in Texas as a Senior Judicial Security Inspector for the US Marshals Service. His primary assignment was to protect the U.S. Federal Judges of East Texas, and the Federal US Court Facilities, among other duties.

In March 2008, he retired from the US Marshals and continues to work tirelessly to bring the best reality based defensive tactics, combative sport, and tactical law enforcement arrest and control instruction available to the East Texas area. Drew is a member of the Native American Law Enforcement Association.

DREW'S ADVICE ON FINDING GOOD INSTRUCTION: Drew always advises students to seek out a real instructor who has not only trained in self defense theory, but one such as himself, who has used his skills in actual violent situations. Drew has been involved in three documented empty handed gun take away situations with violent criminals (in the course of his job as a law enforcement officer/ agent).

Drew has used his skills in the arrest and control phase of arresting violent fugitives all over our nation, who were not willing participants. HE KNOWS WHAT WORKS AND DOES NOT WORK IN REAL SITUATIONS

He advises students to stay away from would-be- instructors who brag to students that they have been involved in numerous fights or altercations. You have to ask yourself why this person has been in so many fights, and is this good role model. Did this person's work put them into these situations, or is the person one who likes to brag, or not state facts.

Website: http://www.lonestarmmagym.com

Bryce Ligeti

North Texas Fight Club

8220 Bedford Euless Rd.

North Richland Hills,

Texas 76180

NTXFIGHTCLUB@SBCGLOBAL.NET

817-281-4390

Bryce has been involved in combative sports since the age of ten, with an emphasis on boxing. He was eventually accepted as judge by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Combative Sports Commission and for Texas Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Association.

His has also trained in Wrestling, Taekwondo, Karate and MMA and Krav Maga.

In November 2010 Bryce was promoted to Phase Two Instructor in IKI Krav Maga by Moshe Katz after an extensive period of training.

Miklos Major

Miklos was promoted by Moshe Katz to the rank of Phase One Instructor in November 2010.

Virginia

Gary joins us with a rich background in martial arts and fitness. He wrestled in High School, trained in Kempo, Submission grappling, boxing, judo and jujitsu. With the same philosophy as Krav Maga, he picked out the techniques and concepts that worked best.

When he heard about Krav Maga he did his best to train in this system but could not find a place to train until he found IKI.

We are proud and honored to have him aboard. In March 2010 Gary was promoted to first dan black belt in IKI Krav Maga, a rank well deserved. Gary continues to train hard, teach others, and try out the techniques in diverse situations. He is an innovator and a hard worker.

Gary Hodges Jr.

Gary Hodges Jr, with IKI Krav Maga Instructor Perry Gibson at Karate College.

Gary teaching flow drill.

Michael Fath, Fairfax

The Blue Chip Academy - Fairfax, VA

the Blue Chip Academy

with Michael Fath and Sean Stoopman, Virginia.

B.A. Physical Education, Emory and Henry College, Emory, VA

Martial Arts Ranks Related Training Certifications:

• 4th degree Black Belt Master - World Taekwondo Federation

• 3rd degree Black Belt - World Haedong Kumdo Federation (Korean sword)

• 2nd degree Black Belt Israeli Krav Maga – I.K.I. (Moshe Katz)

• 2nd degree Black Belt - Master Martial Arts Training (Hapkido based/Korean blended system)

• Blue Belt Brazilian JiuJitsu – RGDA (Royler Gracie/David Adiv)

• Muay Thai Certified Assistant Kru: The International Council of Muay Thai Trainers (pro coach Scott Sullivan)

Current Training:

• Pursuing 4th degree Black Belt in Haedong Kumdo • Pursuing 5th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo • Pursuing 3rd degree Black Belt in Krav Maga (Moshe Katz) • Pursuing Purple Belt in Brazilian JiuJitsu (Dion Brown) • Sayoc Kali (Filipino knife art) training with Miguel Acevedo • Advanced combat with Colonel JB Neal, Marine special forces • Muay Thai with Scott Sullivan (Houston, TX) • Judo with Sensei Bill McElhaney • Pursuing higher level shooting certifications with the NRA

Background Sports History:

• One year Muay Thai/kickboxing with pro coach Otis Berry • Amateur boxing - New York Military Academy • Emory and Henry College varsity basketball (point guard) • Broad Run High School: varsity basketball and football • American Legion baseball

Teaching Experience:

• Current Krav Maga senior instructor with the Silverback Academy

• Current Haedong Kumdo instructor, 4 years with Highkicks Taekwondo

• Senior Krav Maga instructor 3 years with Capital Krav Maga

• Head Coach Women’s JV basketball, Emory and Henry College

Professional Clients include:

Washington, DC Police Force; United States Secret Service; Washington Metro Police; Alexandria VA Police; Arlington, VA Police; Loudoun County, VA Sheriff’s Department; US State Department Special Ops unit; VA State Police

Currently:

• Krav Maga senior instructor with the Blue Chip Academy • Private/Corporate clients, east and west coasts • Haedong Kumdo instructor with Highkicks Taekwondo • Taekwondo instructor with Highkicks Taekwondo

Real Life Experience:

• Have survived numerous street/bar fights

• Have aided friends in altercations

• Have de-escalated several potentially violent encounters

Testimonials:

"Michael Fath is a talented and intuitive self defense instructor. During the time that I trained with Michael he assisted in identifying my strengths as well as the areas that needed improvement. His training focused on reality situations and instinctive responses to threats as they materialize. I enjoyed training with Michael and found it to be relevant and beneficial to my employment as a law enforcement officer of more than twenty-five years." Det. Irv ELLMAN (Alexandria, VA Police Department)

"Instructor Michael Fath has been a dedicated coach of mine in Krav Maga for many years. His passion for the art is responsible for the integration of Krav Maga into my Defensive Tactics lesson plan for my police department. His strong ethos, coupled with his vast experience and black belts in other martial arts, continue to inspire me and other students to go above and beyond our potential." Detective Leo Bello (Arlington County Police, VA)

“Michael has a vast knowledge of the martial arts. The variety allows him to adapt his teaching to your specific needs! I highly recommend him as an instructor!” Chris Todd (Former MPDC Sgt.)

Sean Stoopman, Falls Church

For the past 20 years Sean has studied traditional and modern martial arts, everything from Judo, Brazilian jiu jitsu, hapkido, Krav Maga, Muay Thai Kickboxing and various other unarmed and armed combat systems . Holding multiple black belts in various systems as well as fitness and coaching certifications Sean teaches out of Silverback Academy in Virginia, catering to everyone from law enforcement, military and civilians. Our programs teach men and women of all ages how to defended and protect themselves in real life situations, as well as giving people a way to get in shape, and advance their training.

Sean was tested in November 2009 and promoted to Brown belt in IKI Krav Maga. In November 2010 Sean was tested and promoted to Phase One Instructor.

In September 2011 Sean was tested and promoted to Black Belt first dan. All testing and promoting was done directly and in person by Moshe Katz in Virginia.

Perry Gibson

TECH Mixed Martial Arts Academy, Christiansburg, Virginia

Perry Gibson; Owner, Master Instructor

2587 Market St

Market Square Shopping Center

Christiansburg VA, 24073

Phone 540-449-9365

Email: onemartialarts@20l.com

www.techmmaacademy.com

Perry Gibson is a serious martial artist with many years of experience in a wide range of arts including the Israeli arts of Krav Maga and Hisardut. I recently certified him as a second dan black belt in Krav Maga. He operates a beautiful school in Christiansburg VA.

Silverback Academy

Wisconsin

Mark joins us with black belts in several other styles encompassing years of training in Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Krav Maga and other Israeli styles.

Mark with training partner Nick Agallar (pro MMA fighter and school owner)

Mr. Wittwer has worked with law enforcement, prison guards, and the Secret Service. He has also worked with fighters who compete in Mixed Martial Arts competitions. He brings with him the kind of open minded diversity we value at IKI.

Mark delivers a low kick to Kyle a pro Muay Thai fighter.

Jason Pumphrey

Jason has been in law enforcement most of his adult life. He is currently an adviser in Afghanistan for the national police.He is involved in anti terrorism training.