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iki krav maga instructors south africa
Alan Ashton Mann
Chief Instructor, Owner & Founder of Krav Maga & CQC Academy
Black Belt 4th Dan, Master Instructor, in IKI Krav Maga
Alan is our first and most veteran IKI instructor in all of Africa.
Dojo Locations: Alberton (Johannesburg) & Pheasant Hill (Pretoria) & Private lessons in the comfort of your home!
Qualifications:
- Israeli Krav International Master Instructor
- Israeli Krav International Black Belt 4th Dan
- Israeli Krav International Full Instructor
- Basic Emergency First Aid Responder – NQF Level 2
Alan Mann, a retired Special Forces operator, is the first South African instructor certified under Israeli Krav International (IKI). He has completed five Tour and Train programmes in Israel, led by Moshe Katz, CEO, Founder and Head Instructor of IKI. These tours, known as Moreshet Krav (“Combat Heritage”), form an essential part of Israeli Defence Forces training. They provide historical, cultural, and military insight into the roots of Krav Maga, giving practitioners a deeper understanding of its spirit and application.
Alan has earned the honorary title of Master Instructor through years of dedication, hosting over 15 seminars with Moshe Katz in South Africa and attending more than 30 additional seminars himself.
With extensive exposure to global hand-to-hand combat systems, Alan brings unmatched expertise to his teaching. His mission is to make Krav Maga accessible to all, whether individuals, families, or those with physical limitations. By instilling confidence, resilience, and the ability to defend against real-world threats.
Contact: 064 696 4017 (Johannesburg) or 076 538 9187 (Pretoria)
E-mail: info@learn-krav-maga.co.za or alan@learn-krav-maga.co.za
F H Havinga
Righteous Warrior Krav Maga.
Kempton Park & Boksburg, and Montana, Pretoria, Gauteng
F H Havinga, Master Instructor, 3rd dan Black Belt
Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Growing up in a hostile environment the need arose for FH to defend himself. He was introduced to a Bruce Lee movie by his cousin, this inspired him to enter into the world of Eastern Martial Arts (Japanese and Chinese) as a means of self-defence. After more than ten years of practicing martial arts and being exposed to various forms he discontinued it due to personal and religious reasons. He did his compulsory military service and afterwards studied in the fields of Theology, Psychology and the Paramedical field.
He was actively involved as a Trauma therapist for the emergency services, metropolitan police and the South African police service (hostage negotiation teams) as a specialized volunteer. In 1997 he was approached by the South African Police Service to join a specialised investigative unit, where he is still involved as a specialized reservist; in the training and supporting of detectives and members of the SAPS. He continues working with the traumatised individuals on a daily basis.
Being confronted with trauma and crime on a regular basis, he realized that civilians, individuals, groups, families and organizations are desperately in need of a self-defence system that is realistic, easy to learn and reality based. Eastern martial arts will just not cut it for the average person on the street. It was in his search for a suitable system that he was introduced to Krav Maga.
After practicing and observing various schools of Krav Maga, he decided on Israel Krav International's system as it is (in his opinion) the most effective and simplistic system in the Krav Maga community, Keeping up with the worldwide trends to defend against violent attacks. In the words of Master Moshe Katz: "The Israeli Krav International system, is the perfect system for imperfect people."
FH Havinga fully embraced IKI due to its philosophy, values and principles. He believes that each person should fulfill his God given purpose on earth and change his generation in his lifetime.
“May we all walk in peace and be good citizens” – Imi Lichtenfeld.
Contact Information for training:+27 (0)64 913 6825 (Offices)
www.rwkmsa.com(Website)
rwkm@aserac.org(Email)
Tyler Collins
Tyler has spent over 20 years in martial arts including 3 intensive periods of training with Moshe Katz in Israel and in South Africa. He has recently relocated to the USA but flew back to South Africa to participate in IKI Krav Maga training. During this time he was promoted to Assistant Instructor (the second instructor level and a fully qualified instructor) and a first dan black belt in Krav Mag.
Anel Fleming
Anel Fleming, Assistant Instructor, Black Belt first dan
Anél Fleming
IKI Black Belt 1st Dan & Chief Instructor, Owner - Broken-To-Brave (Alberton)
Anél Fleming is the highest-ranking, active, female qualified instructor in the Southern Hemisphere for Israeli Krav International (IKI), under the direct mentorship of Moshe Katz and Esther Cohen. As a premier leader in reality-based self-defence, her technical expertise is matched only by her profound dedication to psychological resilience and personal empowerment.
Her foundational martial arts journey spans years of training in JKA Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Kickboxing, and firearms. In 2020, Anél joined the Krav Maga CQC Academy, undergoing a rigorous two-and-a-half-year apprenticeship directly under founder Alan Mann. Through this intensive mentorship, she mastered elite technical methodologies, instructional concepts and ultimately earned her IKI Black Belt 1st Dan.
For years, Anél served as a pivotal pillar of the KMCQC Academy. She operated full-time across multiple executive and technical roles, serving as an instructor, business partner, head of communications, sales, marketing, and Executive PA to Alan Mann across the Alberton and Pheasant Hill dojos. As the primary point of contact for international and domestic inquiries, she established the academy's gold standard for high-tier client engagement.
While her martial arts background is diverse, discovering IKI Krav Maga marked a profound turning point in her life. The system provided a definitive pathway for overcoming most of the long-term challenges of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), offering a level of personal healing and empowerment that no other discipline could match.
This transformative journey inspired her to open her own school, Broken-To-Brave in Alberton. The name directly depicts her personal evolution through IKI Krav Maga and mentorship and guidance by the CEO of Israeli Krav International, Moshe Katz, turning vulnerability into unstoppable strength. Today, Anél's professional mission is deeply dedicated to equipping men, women and adolescents with realistic self-defence capabilities, heightened situational awareness and the psychological resilience to transform their own lives.
Qualifications
- Israeli Krav International – Black Belt 1st Dan
- Israeli Krav International – Assistant Instructor
- Krav Maga CQC – Level 3 Instructor
- Basic Emergency First Aid Responder – NQF Level 2
Contact Information
- 📧 Email: brokentobravekrav@gmail.com
- 📞 Phone: +27 82 494 2670
- Red Dragon Fighting Art – Broken-To-Brave Krav Maga
- 27 Louis Trichardt Street, Suite 15, JBR Centre, Alberton North, Alberton, 1449
tony hardy - Contact Combat Academy
Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal
Associate Instructor, Second dan black belt,
"I began Martial Arts training in 1988; after achieving a 2nd Dan in GoJu Ryu Karate, I dabbled in full contact Karate before starting Kickboxing where I obtained a Black Belt as well. Although I competed successfully for a number of years in Karate, Kickboxing and full contact Karate, my emphasis was more on the traditional elements of the styles.
Taught Karate for over 6 years where my passion for sharing this knowledge was born.
Other Martial Arts I have been exposed to include Kendo, Wing Chun and Ju-Jitsu.
Working in the security industry for 5 years I had many opportunities to combat test techniques, identifying those that work from those that are less than effective or only effective in certain situations… I soon discovered that a large percentage of traditional techniques aren’t practical.I was also frustrated by the amount of time required to convey skills to students looking for an expedient solution to self preservation needs…
I believe that ongoing development and improvement is essential in an environment that is constantly changing and adapting... for me... this is the space filled by Krav Maga"
On August 5, 2014, Tony was promoted to Associate Instructor and is fully recognized as an IKI instructor.
In July 2013 Tony organized the first ever IKI Krav Maga seminar in Durban. At the conclusion of the intensive three day seminar, and after many years of training, Tony was promoted to the rank of IKI Krav Maga Black Belt.
August 2016 Promoted to Second dan black belt in IKI.
Tony has now hosted five multiple day seminars in Durban.
Club info for KZN:
Faught's Gym, Durban, Tues & Thurs, 18h30
Fury Gym, Durban, Wed, 18h00
Legends Gym, Hillcrest, Mon & Wed, 18h30
Anthony Segal
Sadly, Anthony, loving known as Ant, left this world suddenly. He was a dedicated and devoted instructor, loved by his students and he, in turn loved them.
He is missed.
His legacy in Krav Maga is being continued by his dedicated students and Instructor Rob.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Wayne Zandberg
Instructor Rank; Apprentice Instructor March 2022
KEITH SIMON - Assistant Instructor Third dan black belt
Keith has always enjoyed martial arts and close quarters combat systems. Krav Maga scratches that itch by always keeping up with new threats and ways to overcome them.
Keith has relocated to Vancouver, Canada, but we keep his profile here to honor his dedication and his years of teaching in South Africa, his land of birth.
DUNCAN SMITH
Assistant Instructor, Second dan black belt
Rob Malcolm, Assitant Instructor, Black Belt second dan
Rob has a deep understanding of real-life violence and what it takes to survive an attack. His understanding goes far beyond the physical techniques and reaches the depths of human behavior and the mental/psychological barriers to true self-defense. He has seen extreme brutal violence up close and understand how quickly a situation can change, from peaceful to violent. As he says, self-defense is far more psychological that most people think. The physical must be simple, but if one cannot access it, if one is blocked by their mind freezing, the physical is of no value. Rob brings this depth of understanding to the way he teaches Krav Maga. We are honored that he is part of the IKI team of instructors.
Below, a little in his own words.
I was introduced to karate and judo at school, but it was not until I got to university that I started training martial arts seriously.
There was a group at the university that trained in Ryu Ku Kobujutsu led by a 5th dan sensei (he ran the university computer department). We trained empty hand as well as with various weapons – nunchaku, bo (staff), sai swords, tonfa, sensu fans, kama (sickle) and a few others. I trained for the 5 years I was at university and then for another 10 years post university until I moved to a different city. As well as training at university I trained at the dojo under a 7th dan sensei who also had a deep interest in Tai Chi. I was very fortunate to be able to study both to a relatively high level.
My Krav maga journey began in 2016 when I met Anthony Segal with whom I trained until his tragic death at the end of 2024. I received my Black belt with IKI in 2022. A number of students who trained with Anthony decided to carry on training and we set up a dojo in Craighall Park in Johannesburg Northern suburbs.
I have also dabbled in Escrima (Filipino stick fighting), Ninjitsu and boxing.
The dojo is at:
The Wesleyan Church Hall, 4 Norfolk Ave, Craighall Park.
Classes: Monday and Wednesday evenings 18h00 to 19h30
Contact: Rob 082 4529319
Darren 082 855 1444
Email: Rmalcolm@cawse.co.za
Peter B Sandford, Full Instructor, first dan black belt
Jaco De Kock, Apprentice Instructor
Joanne Molthahn
Apprentice Instructor
Barko Engelbrecht, Apprentice Instructor
Shaun van Jaarsveld, Assistant Instructor
Shaun is a dedicated instructor, working with FH Havinga and teaching regular classes. He has a deep knowledge and understanding of IKI Krav Maga techniques. His humility and compassion are an example for his students. He is a role model and mentor to many.
Burnet Jonker, Assistant Instructor (2nd level)
ZAMIR SINGH
Asher Singh
BYRON TYRES
SHAUN COLEMAN, Apprentice Instructor Kwa Zulu Natal
Luke Zuvela, Apprentice Instructor
Jotham Broom, Apprentice Instructor
Duane Daniel, Apprentice Instructor
Krav Maga & CQC Academy
Black Belt 1st Dan, Apprentice Instructor
Instructor – Alberton Dojo & Private lessons
Qualifications:
Israeli Krav International Black Belt 1st Dan
Krav Maga CQC Level 3
Israeli Krav International Apprentice Instructor
Duane began training in 2020 with the motivation of protecting his family. Also, as a proficient pilates instructor, he combines discipline, physical expertise and a passion for teaching. He believes it is never too late to embrace new challenges and his instruction reflects his dedication to equipping students with skills that can save lives.
Contact: (+27) 82 421 5493 (Johannesburg, Gauteng)
Ethan Durand, Apprentice Instructor
Ethan Durand
IKI Black belt, instructor, and Business Partner - Broken-To-Brave Krav Maga SA (Alberton)
Ethan has a strong background in boxing and holds the rank of black belt in IKI Krav Maga. He brings a strong foundation in combat sports, practical self-defence, physical conditioning, and martial discipline.
His martial arts journey began with boxing, where he developed the fundamentals of striking, footwork, timing, conditioning, and composure under pressure. This early experience established a lasting passion for combat sports and the continuous pursuit of physical and technical excellence.
He later pursued Krav Maga, progressing to black belt and instructor qualification under Israeli Krav International (IKI). This achievement reflects his commitment to developing practical self-defence skills, understanding combative principles, and learning to apply IKI concepts under pressure.
His training philosophy emphasizes realism, intensity, discipline, and control. Ethan believes effective self-defence requires more than technical proficiency; it demands situational awareness, adaptability, sound decision-making, and the ability to remain composed when faced with adversity.
As an instructor, his aim is to help students develop practical skills, physical confidence, resilience, and a responsible approach to self-defence.
Ethan may be contacted on +27 76 818 1881
Broken-To-Brave e-mail: brokentobravekrav@gmail.com
- Red Dragon Fighting Art – Broken-To-Brave Krav Maga
- 27 Louis Trichardt Street, Suite 15, JBR Centre, Alberton North, Alberton, 1449
Craig Van Heerden, Apprentice Instructor
Neelo Craig, Apprentice Instructor
Nicolette Koukeas
Arno Koukeas
Tanya Potter, Apprentice Instructor
Tanya Potter – Apprentice Instructor Bio
IKI Righteous Warrior Krav Maga
South Africa
I started doing Krav Maga with the sole purpose of surviving. I wanted to be able to "neutralise the threat" when it came knocking. I wanted to be able to sleep through the night without waking in a cold sweat at the slightest sound!
Weekly classes became my lifeline. Through the word "Kadimah (kah-dee-MAH) – go forward" and learning the techniques, I learned to engage with life again. I became passionate about Krav. My whole mindset changed. It was no longer just about survival; it became about living. To live and let live. To have the tools, but also the wisdom of when to use them.
I believe that IKI system of Krav Maga is a life skill that everyone should possess.
