Bristol Krav Maga (KMG) City Centre

Fantastic experience: I really enjoy the two sessions a week at Bristol Krav Maga. Kelly is a great teacher and it’s a special atmosphere, a great bunch of down to earth people. There’s technical stuff to learn about self defence, conditioning and fitness work, mental approach and then practising the techniques. I always leave tired and in a great mood. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to build confidence in themselves and their ability to protect themselves if necessary

Fantastic experience: BKM is a great place to train. Building not only your physical presence, but also your level of focus & confidence in facing the world. Both in & out of class, the lessons you learn from Krav Maga can carry you through the tough times, physical or mental, with strength & grit. Kelly, Matt and all the brilliant instructors of BKM will push you beyond your limits, helping you face your challenges head on. The members of BKM are the most welcoming & friendly people you'll find in Bristol; whether it's day 1 or day 1000, everyone is learning & will happily support each other. Come have a go, see what you're truly capable of.

Fantastic experience: Bristol Krav Maga is run by Kelly allderson and you won’t find a better place for learning everything you need to know about self defence and fitness the atmosphere is awesome you work hard sweat loads and the after buzz is awesome get in touch now

Fantastic experience: I’ve really enjoyed training with Bristol Krav Maga. Kelly and the other instructors are incredibly good at what they do and have the respect of everyone in the class. The atmosphere is welcoming and ego-free, making it easy to focus on learning and fitness rather than competitiveness within the group. The classes have boosted my confidence in handling potential real-life situations, protecting myself, or anyone I care about. I’ve recommended it to many friends, both men and women, because Kelly teaches practical techniques that rely on skill and experience over strength. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to learn self-defense in a supportive setting!

Fantastic experience: Are you looking to learn a priceless life skill at a club that is highly inclusive, fantastic value for money, challenging and enjoyable? Ive been training with Bristol Krav Maga around a year and a half and don't plan on stopping any time soon. Every session teaches you something new and something that could save your life or that of a loved one. The latest approach of the club has been to blend MMA alongside traditional Krav Maga. This really has taken BKM to the next level. Whether you're Male, Female, an experienced fighter or have never thrown a punch BKM can accommodate. A truly great club.

Fantastic experience: Training at Bristol Krav Maga has been a rewarding experience from day 1. The classes and demonstrations are practical, and simple yet effective. BKM's emphasis on pressure testing self-defence principles truly allows for you to develop physical conditioning, mindset and ability to problem-solve under pressure, prepares the attendees for whatever challenge they may face in the real world. The coaching from Kelly, Matt and others is clear and tailored to the scenario, and the supportive group is what has brought me back time after time. Give BKM a go if you want to build your ability to protect yourself and loved ones, develop your physical fitness and confidence and meet great people at the same time.

Fantastic experience: Joining BKM was the best decision I made this year, for both my physical and mental health. The club is so friendly and welcoming to beginners and yet will still push you to go as far as you can go, whether it's your 1st session or your 100th.

Fantastic experience: I looked into Krav Maga after I was tired of being scared walking around at night by myself and getting public transport, or even sometimes taxis, after dark or in certain areas. I decided that I would either end up being scared to leave my house, or I could take control and learn to protect myself. I also was never good at staying focused at the gym or gym classes as I found them so boring! So for me taking up Krav would be a way to feel safe, and become stronger and fitter whilst doing so. I attended a trial lesson by myself as a friend had pulled out, and was super nervous – having never done any martial art before I didn’t know what to expect - particularly as it can be quite tactile training, and most classes require a partner. I remember vividly leaving the trial elated but still nervous, however my nerves were just to do with it being so new and were something I could get past from committing and consistently attending class, so that’s what I did. 3 years later, I have gone from being the girl who emailed asking why we need mouthguards (are we really going to get hit?!) and was nervous walking down the street alone, to having made some awesome friends, graded twice, got the nickname “bad intentions” and have never felt fitter and more in control of my fears. Kelly and the team are really encouraging and are amazing teachers, I never once felt like I could not do something (even when I struggled at the start, or sometimes even now) and have always been encouraged to be the best version of myself. I now train regularly, and Krav will continue to be a big part of my life forever. I cannot recommend this class enough, and a huge thanks to Kelly, Matt and Marius who helped shape my confidence for the better. My only regret is not starting it sooner.

Fantastic experience: Very happy to have joined Bristol Krav Maga. Great bunch of people to train with and learn from.

Fantastic experience: Great training = great results. Excellent level of teaching and a real nice bunch of people, no egos.

Fantastic experience: One of the reasons I started Krav at KMG Bristol was because I wanted to push my body and mind past normal gym and fitness training. Similarly, as a young woman, I wanted to be properly educated on how to deal with unpleasant situations if I were to be by myself either in a bar or on a street. I have been training with Kelly, Matt and Sarah for 8 months now and I could not recommend KMG Bristol enough. Not only am I stronger, and fitter but I also feel more resilient to many situations. After every training session I go home feeling powerful, sweaty and confident in my body and mind (plus you also feel like a badass for learning how to take people down and who wouldn't want to know how to do that?!). There is a great social element to the club too, everyone is friendly and supportive and it is a great way to open up social circles. Long story short, anyone who is intrigued in starting Krav - do it! You won't regret it :)

Fantastic experience: An amazing way to get fitter, stronger and learn a valuable life skill! The club is welcoming and supportive while pushing you to achieve your full potential. I would recommend this to anyone!

Fantastic experience: BKM provides fun training exercises for strength, fitness and unique self defence skills. It also teaches good self discipline leaving the mind rebooted and refreshed. Well demonstrated and clear explanations, considerate of students' different learning methods and the instructors will find a way to teach you new skills and techniques. Great group and brilliant instructors. Definitely recommend.

Fantastic experience: I've been training here for five months now and it's brilliant. Kelly is a fantastic teacher, and everyone is welcoming. I'd never done martial arts before and wanted somewhere fun, challenging, safe and friendly to push myself outside my comfort zone. Bristol Krav Maga is all of that. Can't recommend enough.

Fantastic experience: BKM is amazing on all fronts - everyone is welcoming, Kelly is a fantastic teacher and training is always a blast. KMG is challenging in just the right ways, and true to both the techniques and spirit of Krav Maga. Can't recommend enough.

Fantastic experience: Great fun, very friendly atmosphere and excellent instructors, felt part of the team from day one! Has been a safe but challenging way to learn a new skill, I definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: Been at the club for 3/4 months’ now. I really enjoy the classes and the variety of the routines. After warm-up, Kelly puts us through some pretty strenuous fitness followed by the focus of the class which could be anything from sparring, to defence against knives or bats etc. You normally train in pairs so you get to work with somebody different each session. The club is incredibly diverse and welcoming with people from all walks of life! I just wish I could train twice a week, every week! If you like a challenge then get in touch with the club, you won’t regret it.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend BKM to anyone from a new starter to a seasoned Krav Maga practitioner. I trained at BKM for four years and it was a truly rewarding journey. I chose BKM to have the proper training as it is the only KMG certified school in Bristol, and I certainly got it. On top of that, I became fit and more confident through time which improved all aspects of my life from professional to personal. I have to say one thing that makes BKM stand out is the sense of community the instructor Kelly fosters in every class. Not only everyone is treated equally, but Kelly is also super supportive towards students' development, making sure senior students also support new starters' onboarding. And if one wants to grade, Kelly will be there every step of the way to make sure one is ready to nail it. So if you you're thinking about joining a Krav Maga school, think no more and book that trial lesson with BKM. I can assure you, it will be worth it!

Fantastic experience: Really positive atmosphere where people encourage each other to learn and progress.

Fantastic experience: Great club, friendly supportive atmosphere. No two classes are the same so it never gets boring. Lots of fun with great instructors, could not recommend highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Great school. I had never done any classes like this before but everyone has been really welcoming and helpful. Amazing people to train with. Really helped with my confidence and fitness.

Fantastic experience: Very welcoming and friendly club, with good instructors dedicated to teaching self defence using authentic Israeli krav maga

Fantastic experience: Great place to train krav maga. Very experienced and knowledgeable instructors.Great community.Well recommended.

Fantastic experience: Top notch coaching! Great martial art skills taught for real life self defence in the 21st century.

Fantastic experience: Had never done anything like this before but everybody's incredibly friendly and welcoming and its proving a great way to get fit and learn some new skills.

Fantastic experience: friendly coaches and a great club. very nice atmosphere

Fantastic experience: The only KMG club in Bristol. Learn from the source!

Fantastic experience: You will not find a better Krav Maga club in Bristol, or probably anywhere else for that matter. I’ve been doing Krav now for a few years and had exposure to a number of clubs and a variety of instructors. This club, run by Kelly Alderson, is Bristol’s only official Krav Maga Global (KMG) school – what you get therefore at this club is genuinely authentic instruction, from the excellent Kelly and Sam, at a local level but which is able to tap into the global KMG network (and everything that comes with it), which is the original Krav system founded in the mid 1930s by the great Imi Lichtenfeld himself, now run by Imi’s closest student, Eyal Yanilov. This club is the real deal!

Fantastic experience: Really good krav maga club. The instructors are knowledgeable not just on the techniques but also on the background and reasoning behind them. They other guys training are really friendly, they don't get a big head because they are at a high grade, it has a bit of a family spirit. Also, as it is a KMG club, you can attend seminars and camps all around the world and train in different KMG clubs if you travel. If you join, you won't become a ninja in two months, but with dedication and regularity you'll get stronger, more confident and above all you'll learn how to defend yourself in different situations and against a wide range of weapons and attacks. I definitely recommend it!

Fantastic experience: Bristols only KMG Krav Maga club. A great friendly club who make everybody feel welcome no matter your experience.