About Krav Maga Raleigh

Our Story

Krav Maga, Women's Self Defense, and Fitness

Krav Maga Raleigh has trained students in self-defense and fitness in downtown Raleigh since 2008. Our instructors are certified through the Krav Maga Worldwide network and committed to an environment that is challenging, practical, and welcoming regardless of your current fitness level or experience.

Training at KMR covers real defensive scenarios alongside dedicated fitness work. Students who train regularly develop confidence, physical conditioning, and situational awareness they carry with them outside the gym. Many come for self-defense and stay for the community.

We start every new student with a free intro. You will sit down with our program advisor, talk through your goals, and find the right program for you. There is no pressure and no commitment required to take that first step.

Coaches

Meet Our Instructors

Ken Richstad

Owner

Ken began training in Krav Maga in 2006 near the National Training Center in Los Angeles and opened Krav Maga Raleigh in October 2008. He is a certified instructor through Krav Maga Worldwide and specializes in clinch fighting.

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Josh Wallace

Krav Maga Instructor

Josh became a certified Krav Maga Worldwide instructor before moving to Raleigh from Spokane in 2017 and joining the KMR team.

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Jaimie Lee

Krav Maga Instructor

Jaimie took her first class at KMR in January 2012 and became an instructor within a year. She brings a background in classical dance to her teaching.

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