Krav Maga Edinburgh

TONIGHT AT NSI

2012-01-25T20:24:00.002Z

Action packed evening working some non classical gung-fu. From there we went into barrier removal and looked at some of the series. We then worked some double stick and finished off with some of the kickboxing syllabus. I said that the idea behind it all is making it your own. You need to personalise it after we work from the basic template. The templates we use are just a guide but i want you to freelance after that. Once you have the idea you make it fit for you.

LAST NIGHt AT KRAV MAGA

2012-01-25T10:29:00.003Z

We looked at further ways of defending on the ground and our default defensive position while down there. Looked at trapping and imobilising limbs and how to shift an attacker off us as well as some edged weapons defence.

KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2012-01-24T17:06:00.001Z

It was a fast paced class last night with a partner warm up using bodyweight and barbells. From there straight into working on the focus mitts developing speed and rhythm with some conditioning drills thrown in. We finished off working power kicks on the thai pads. Great effort from the ladies!

TACTICAL EDGE

2012-01-24T17:03:00.002Z

Opened up with the SBLD drill and every so often so using the passover or pass through to take advantage and to follow up striking. We looked at the ideas behind the nerve impulse reversal and how we can use this principle when seeking control of the limb. We also looked at some of the gripping and ripping techniques from the old Judo club days as methods of control. We then went on to work edged weapon defence keeping with the idea of the passover or pass through.

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-24T17:01:00.001Z

Last we opened up with some partner drills during our warm up which were fun and challenging. From there it was onto pad work working attack, defence and perimeter control. We focussed on attacks on the ground and stressed the need for getting up as quickly as possible. We worked off the mats for a while to experience the feel of concrete on the knees and elbows. We looked at variations of knife threats on the ground which we will continue on Tuesday night.

GYM CLOSURE ON SUNDAY

2012-01-20T09:12:00.001Z

There will be no SBW or open mat this Sunday.

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-20T08:31:00.002Z

Last night we went straight into pad work covering evasion and attacks. All the tools in the sets could be used to defend against so many attacks. We worked some shadow fighting trying to further develop our physical and also mental visualisation skills. We concentrated on defending against a headlock from the rear. I spoke about prevention and offered two options. At the end of the day the situation will more than likely arise out of surprise and be the result of a multiple attack therefore not much room for prevention. We worked the release in isolation and then as part of a multiple attack drill. I stressed the need for being a difficult partner once in a while. If you see your partner has the skills down then foul him a little. This will force him to improvise and adapt. However, you can't do this all the time as it can create a poor training environment and hinder their development. Also, they then can do the same to you. So every once in a while foul a little. If you do it too much you end up with nobody wanting to partner you. This came about through demonstrations last night where a couple of the guys whether deliberately or not fowled me. So, build it into your training and keep yourself sharp. Great effort from everyone.

Marcus

LAST NIGHT AT KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2012-01-18T09:10:00.002Z

After a circuit to warm up we went into various pad drills and worked from a semi clinch position working on creating openings. Finished the class with some bodyweight conditioning drills.

KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-18T09:08:00.001Z

Last night after a power circuit with the olympic bars we looked at various attacks in isolation and then worked multiple attacker drills. Great effort from the guys.

KETTLEBELLS EDINBURGH

2012-01-18T09:03:00.002Z

A good class last night. I spoke at length last night about effort and the original idea behind why Krav Maga Edinburgh chose kettle bells as the weapon off choice for training. We were probably one of the first gyms in Edinburgh to make full use of them back in the Edinburgh Judo Club under the guidance of Rannoch Donald. They were a tool to provide a maximum workout in a short period of time. Every drill you do in class should be like its your last. No pacing yourself. I demonstrated swinging a KB and then I demonstrated really swinging one. Regardless of weight you can make it challenging or you can coast. I swung a 20kg with as much venom as I did the 12kg. You can get a great workout from a light weight just up the intensity. With this in mind I am considering doing two thirty minute kettle bell classes on a Tuesday. So you come in, do a dynamic warm up, do the drill of the day, quick cool down and out. I hate the thought of swinging Kbs for an hour - it goes against the nature of them. So watch this space for a timetable change in the coming weeks.

LAST NIGHT AT TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2012-01-17T09:42:00.002Z

Worked on the straight blast limb destruction and covered the fundamental takedowns and the reasons we use them. Class finished off working combative baton.

LAST NIGHT AT KME

2012-01-17T09:40:00.002Z

Last night we worked extensively on pad work ploughing through combinations involving attack, defence, multiple opponents and take downs. Tonight's (Tuesday) class will focus further on multiple attacks and strategies for dealing with it.

NEW CIRCUIT CLASS ON SATURDAY

2012-01-13T09:20:00.001Z

There is a new circuit class starting on Saturday from 11.15-12 - £5 per person. If your looking to get fit in a fun way as fast as possible then this class is for you. Open to anyone.

THURSDAY AT KME

2012-01-13T09:18:00.002Z

Last night we had a full on conditioning session. A lot of explosive actions done in partner drills. From there it was into pad work covering the boxing syllabus and also the combinations looking at mixing them up with various hammer strikes. Everyone worked very hard - hats off to them.

WEDNESDAY AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-11T21:07:00.004Z

Kickboxing was heavily conditioning based. I thought that with the first week back we would concentrate on building fitness levels back up to where we were before the holidays. After skipping we went into a good solid 20 minutes of bodyweight drills. Then onto partner drills with the thai pads.

In NSI it was back to some of the fundamentals of movement against edged weapons. We looked at knife defence and then finished off with the kickboxing syllabus using feet, hands, knees, elbows, face cranks and controlling manoeuvres.

Great effort from everyone. As I left the the boxing class looked to be jumping!

TUESDAY AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-11T21:07:00.001Z

Tactical Edge

First Class of the year kicked of with a gentile warm up and some combinations on the pads. Tonights focus was about seeing what people remembered after all the fuss of xmas and new year had worn off. We started with our straight blast limb destruction drill then gradually worked in different strikes from the syllabus, lastly we added a takedown of choice to help control the opponent to our common finishing position. There was a few cob web's to be dusted off but everyone was flowing by the end.

Kettlebells

The first big session started with us using the card system for a warm up, this is when we take a deck of playing cards and give a body weight exercise to each suit in the deck and the card number represents the number of reps to perform. I think everyone would agree its a great, fast and fun way to get moving and although this was a warm up don't be fooled into thinking it was a nice easy workout, it was non-stop and everyone deserves a tip of the hat for pushing through and not stopping once. From there we moved onto a few basic kettlebell routines in isolation then built them into a great solid workout for everyone to blast through. Fantastic class and i was really impressed with everyones work ethic.

Mixed Kickboxing

After a nice fast warm up the class went through some basics on the pads, we concentrated on proper footwork, body mechanics and some basic combinations. Remember guys the basics are your foundation and the footwork will only come with the three "R"s repetition repetition repetition. Once we got these out the way we got smashing through some combinations, great work from everyone.

Krav Maga

This Week is back to basics, we used the 'card' warm up like in the kettlebell class to get everyone moving then it was into some pad work taking various strikes from the syllabus. We then looked at basic target acquisition and moving around our opponents and continued onto some slow fighting. Remember the slow fighting drill really helps you flow into techniques in a realistic manner, if we speed the drill up it becomes false and peoples mind set switches and becomes more sport orientated and you end up trading strikes which gives your opponent just as much chance of hitting you as you do of hitting them. we finished off with some situational's and added a couple of takedowns from the TE syllabus for added control of our opponent.

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2012-01-10T10:11:00.002Z

After a good conditioning session we tore in about the pads working various combinations and defending against various empty hand attacks. I stressed the need for good awareness and the fact that we teach the guys how to control their environment and not get put in a headlock or not get grabbed etc. We don't always want to start in these bad positions as that's training you to have your guard down all the time. So last night looked at pre-emption at the outset and then working counter attacks from an attacker doing our combative training.

KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2012-01-10T10:10:00.001Z

First class back and a great turnout. Lots of energy and fun in what was really a tough conditioning based class. We thought you would appreciate that after the break.

LAST NIGHT AT PERFORMANCE CONDITIONING

2012-01-10T10:08:00.002Z

It was good to be back last night. Before the class I told the guys the aim of the class - to perform not to coast. I wanted them only to concern themselves with the current exercise they were doing not thinking about what was coming next. I don't want people keeping some in reserve, I want everything you have put into that current exercise. So last night was a mixture of short sprint work, compound lifts, kettle bells and to finish off some chins. Great effort guys.

TRAINING STARTS TONIGHT

2012-01-09T10:42:00.002Z

Ok guys, the Gym is now officially open after the holidays. Lets get these classes packed and get some hard training in this year.

Marcus

TONIGHT'S BOXING CLASS

2011-12-28T10:28:00.001Z

If you are training in the boxing class this evening can you be there for 6.45pm for a 7pm start please. First class is free then it is £5 per class from there on in.

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE CLASS CANCELLED

2011-12-17T12:39:00.000Z

The Wednesday Tactical Edge class is no longer running. It will be replaced by a boxing class run by an outside instructor. This class will not be covered by your membership. For further details please contact me at enquiries@kravmagaedinburgh.com

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS AT COMBAT READY GYM

2011-12-13T13:46:00.002Z

CLASSES RUNNING AS NORMAL

2011-12-08T14:17:00.002Z

Despite the weather classes are running this evening.

LAST NIGHT AT NSI

2011-12-08T14:11:00.002Z

Last night we worked through various empty hand skills and then onto single stick work but using both left and right sides. We looked at defences against impact weapons both utilising a baton and empty hand. Keep in mind we try and work off a basic format. Once you have that it is up to you to add in your own sugar and spice and also take into account the energy from the opponent. Last night for example if your opponent didn't move forward then you couldn't apply the control with the stick. So if they don't bend forward then don't attempt the control. In training they should give your the correct energy so you can learn the concept. Every so often they can fowl you and make you work for your money. Never forget that if i hit you in the groin the chances are if you don't collapse on the floor you will at least hollow out regardless of me hitting you or not. If i hit you in face you are moving backwards. If I hit you in the face more than once your hands are coming up to protect. You don't have to be a genius to work out simple patterns of human behaviour. And remember don't confuse any of this with sport. In a ring where you are paid to stand your ground, wear gloves, have a ref and no fear of any other people attacking you its a different ball game. Different adrenaline dump and everything. So help each other out in class and grow.

Marcus

VERBAL AGGRESSION

2011-12-07T00:01:00.002Z

I was training a lovely couple today in Krav Maga and some of the NSI material. Second private lesson so we looked at various attacks and threats. The woman was performing excellently, talented and able to absorb and pick up the material quickly. We spoke briefly about the verbal side as it was a threat and of course the individual will speak to you to say what they want. Now I said they can either shout at you or speak slowly and assertively but with a menacing tone. i told them that most people were beaten before a punch is ever thrown as they cannot deal or do not train to deal with the aggressive language. So immediately the husband screams at his wife and threatens her and all of a sudden she freezes and doesn't act. Now this is someone that she loves and sees everyday yet she couldn't handle the shouting part. It is a lesson for us all. Its a horrible experience to have someone shout at you like this. Mark Davies is excellent at it. One minute he is all calm the next he is threatening you and I swear you can see people adrenaline dumping in a classroom environment. I attended a seminar with Richard Dimitri years ago in London and the opening drill was three people just shouting and being aggressive towards you to try and desensitise you to it. It's not everyones cup of tea, and in truth if you did it in class every week most people would jack in the training. However, every so often its good to throw in and help people excel in their training and be prepared for violence. Michael often does it in the Tactical Edge class which is good. I however spend my days screaming at the kids classes so by the time the adults come in I can barely muster a loud shout.

Marcus

KRAV MAGA ON TUESDAY

2011-12-06T23:49:00.002Z

We started off with and explosive warm up which only took minutes and had the guys prepared. From there it was onto the pads to look at developing various strikes in combinations. We then looked at the scooping motion and how it relates to defending kicks and stabbing actions. We looked at the pros and cons of using both out left and right hands. One would close an attacker whereas the other one would open them up. I said that the idea behind the scoop in KM is more of an action where you are less prepared so in the heat of battle you are simply going to react, you don't have time to think about is left better than right. We looked at some ideas for multiple attacks drills and closing distance, using an attacker as a shield and concentrated on realistic timings with our multiple attackers. Too often people wait around when in reality they act like a pack of dogs. At the end of the session we covered the various strikes we had used then said well we can use them both left and right. We had close to 20 tools. So if you are sharp you get the material, train it at home or in your head and hey presto you have all this knowledge. Everything we do is scalable. So I give you a basic template and then if you can keep up I give you more options. For the new guys though less can be best. Get the fundamentals nailed. Bruce Lee always spent time on the fundamentals. In Krav Maga all the good solid material is found in the early stages. The later stuff is really icing on the cake and to keep you interested and motivated. Everything should be fun and enjoyable keep that in mind.

Marcus

KRAV MAGA ON MONDAY

2011-12-06T23:45:00.002Z

I'm not one for working attacks from left and right handed people in Krav Maga. On average about one in ten people are left handed so we want to go with percentages in our training. So the majority of the time we concentrate on being attached with someone wielding a weapon in their right hand for example. We have an hours class in which time we need to work on explosive fitness to better equip our bodies for combat. We need to work on tool and target development and then look at specific attacks. On Monday we concentrated on being attacked by a leftie. If you really want to increase your non dominant sides actions you need to do stick work, so come along to Tactical Edge or NSI and supercharged those skills.

LAST NIGHT @ KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-12-02T09:31:00.001Z

We continued the theme of defending after our dominant arm was injured. We looked at foot work drills, striking and attacks using both arms and then just one. I stressed the need for closest tool to closest target and to make sure that strikes were to vulnerable areas. Also, that all attacks were true. So if its a stick attack then aim to hit with the stick so you are building your skills using a common object. If I practice the 360 defence then as the attacker I am developing my outside attacks whilst the defender practices defence. Simple but often over looked by many. Great effort from the guys and girls!

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-12-01T10:48:00.003Z

We looked at some of the core take downs and how we can used edged weapons or impact weapons to enhance them. We looked at the heaven six series and some training that can be done in your own time. It was a great bunch of practitioners last night who I said knew all there was to know. All I was going to do was provide them with ideas on how to train and correct any mistakes that I could see. The emphasis was on them picking things apart and extracting the information and using it rather than spoon feeding combative sets one after another. Obviously, this isn't the approach you would use with a beginner but these were all experienced practitioners. Every one of these guys could be out teaching!

Marcus

LAST NIGHT AT NSI EDINBURGH

2011-12-01T10:43:00.002Z

Last night we started off working some of the sensitivity drills and revisited some of the material from the previous week. Next up we worked some edged weapon work to enhance our empty hand skills. We then looked at the empty hand version and also worked knife defence.

HOLIDAY SEASON

2011-11-30T14:18:00.003Z

Well we are almost in December and so far classes have been bursting at the seams with plenty of people training and new ones joining. It's easy at this time of year to get complacent and say I will bump training and get back into it in the new year. It's great to have goals and targets so why not make one to come and train at least one night a week in the run up to Xmas. With classes running all week and at the weekend you have plenty to choose from. Look forward to training with you.

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE ON MONDAY

2011-11-30T14:16:00.001Z

On Monday the guys worked through various versions of hubud and elbow shields. There was also time to throw in some of the returning blade syllabus.

THIS WEEK AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-11-30T14:12:00.002Z

This week we are looking at defending attacks whilst using only our non-dominant arm. One of the guys came in and had got a tattoo done and said he couldn't train because of it. So I had the class go through various situationals where they damage their dominant arm and have to use the other one. It's a good thing to do and keeps you sharp. I rarely have guys practice things on the left and right side. Most people are right handed and we train for the most likely attacks. If we have time then sure develop the non dominant side but we are dealing with probabilities and have a time limit. If we trained every night then left and ride side is a great thing but we simply don't have the time in KM. However, with training in NSI and TE you can develop left and right handed skills through the use of the stick. It's a great tool for this so if you want to get better then get along to either or both of these classes.

Marcus

COMBAT READY T-SHIRTS

2011-11-24T11:31:00.000Z

These are available in s,m,l and xl. It would be good to get members wearing them at training. You can get them from the desk for £14, just ask any of the instructors and they will gladly help you out.

Marcus

NATURAL SPIRIT INTERNATIONAL EDINBURGH

2011-11-24T11:29:00.003Z

Last night we warmed up on the pads covering some of the rotational movement drills. From there we went on to work on the modified or non-classical wing chun working on sensitivity drills and then applications coming of from this. We looked at hubud, another drill from the Filipines and then started picking up locks and controls from this. Next week we will focus on lock flow.

Marcus

KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-11-24T11:27:00.003Z

This week has seen the kickboxing classes very busy. Maybe in the run up to Xmas or people just wanting to get some useful self defence material under their belts. Some of the classes have concentrated on conditioning drills and others have looked at technical applications. The more you come the better you get. The classes can be attended by anyone and you can start at any point. No need to book. So if you know someone who you think might be interested in trying it out why not send them along.

Marcus

THIS WEEK AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-11-24T11:24:00.002Z

We focussed on defending against impact weapons suck as baseball bats, tyre irons anything that is used to bludgeon. We looked at empty hand defences and also using common objects to defend and counter. We looked at how the control methods with the common objects link into our empty hand actions. We also looked at combatives sets and flows which had so many striking tools in them I joked with the guys saying that if they got this they could literally leave and start their own classes and have a wealth of material.

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-11-24T11:23:00.000Z

With the recent news story of four London police officers being stabbed we focused the nights activity's on knife threats and attacks. The injuries sustained by the officers were all from a low line attack so we ran through a low line version of hubud to gain some sensitivity and then looked at our passing actions and our disarm and returning blade syllabus. At the end of the night we ran through some great situational drills and although I could see the guys being a little frustrated that there techniques weren't picture perfect they all came out of the attack without injury and with great control over the attacker.

Michael

LAST NIGHT AT TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-11-15T12:51:00.001Z

After a good solid kettlebell warm up, which was not easy by any means so a huge well done guys, we rocked straight into a quick flurry of ComSets. For those that don’t really come to Tactical Edge the ComSets are a basic map of strikes and tactics we use to deal with a particular style of attack or situation, last night we used that big right handed haymaker as our stimulus. We gradually worked in the empty hand rotary pick action and really focused on that the rest of the class. Remember guys the ‘rotary’ pick series is all reverse grip knife which really suits T.E. because of the improvised weapon applications we can incorporate into it. We looked at the ‘pick’ and the ‘claw’ drills then split these up to use them as we saw fit in the situational’ s working from a counter attack a pre-emptive attack and as a defensive action. The drills in Tactical Edge are all really open to interpretation, as drills in any art are mainly used to gain line familiarization. With this in mind the guys were all reacting well and using great sharp strikes and finishing the encounter effectively. See you guys Wednesday, if you wanna give it a try stop reading about it and get along!

Michael

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-11-15T11:21:00.002Z

This week we are going to focus on kicking. Given that Michael has a good thai background I had him take the guys through some kicking and dynamic stretching drills. From there we looked at defending from a hooking punch and utilising round kicks as we escaped from the situation. We then looked at intercepting with kicks and then entering into clinch range. Remember if you can kick high in class with power then think how much power you can deliver on the low line outside if required in a self defence situation. Michael stressed to the guys that you won't have time to stretch when it kicks off. Also outside there are uneven surfaces, it can be slippy. So kicking will be the theme for the week in KM.

LAST NIGHT AT KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-11-15T11:14:00.002Z

Last night was all conditioning based bodyweight drills and pad work combinations. We kept the pad work basic in order for the members to crash through the sets pushing themselves as much as they could. I told that girls that you could really see a big improvement in the last few weeks especially in the speed and power of their kicks - so hats off to you ladies.

3 SPACES LEFT ON THE TRAVEL WRENCH SEMINAR

2011-11-15T11:10:00.002Z

TRAVEL WRENCH SEMINAR

2011-11-08T16:24:00.001Z

Only five spaces left on the seminar. Get booked in now, posters all over the gym for further information. Learn how to use this tool to supercharge your empty hand and knife defence skills.

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE TRAINING THIS EVENING

2011-11-07T09:53:00.001Z

Training will be in regular clothes like jeans or whatever you regularly wear, so no shorts this evening. Bring clothes suitable for going outisde in the cold as well as we may venture out.

NSI LAST NIGHT

2011-11-03T10:55:00.002Z

We concentrated on single siniwali and did this empty hand, with stick and edged weapon. We covered various striking tools and applications. The video below shows Dimitri going through a boxing combination first before going into the pattern.

7 PLACES LEFT

2011-11-03T10:53:00.002Z

TRAVEL WRENCH SEMINAR

2011-11-02T11:27:00.003Z

On Saturday 19 November from 12.15-14.15 I will be holding a travel wrench seminar. It's only £25 per person and includes a free travel wrench. Use this tool to enhance your empty hand skills and develop line familiarisation. It's an easy tool to learn and a lot of fun. Limited to ten people on a first come basis. All places to be booked and paid for in advance. You will receive your TW when you pay for the course.

Marcus

TIMETABLE CHANGE

2011-11-02T10:49:00.002Z

On a Wednesday the Tactical Edge class will now share it's time with an open mat session. So if you want to hang on after NSI and train some of the principles or use any of the other equipment you are more than welcome. Open Mat is your time to develop and train what you want.

Marcus

LAST WEEK AT MMA

2011-11-02T10:37:00.003Z

If you are looking to improve your grappling and submission skills then get along to the MMA class every Thursday. Great fun and a great workout.

THIS WEEK AT KME

2011-11-02T10:27:00.002Z

Off to a great start this week. Kickboxing on Monday focussed heavily on conditioning and last night's class looked at footwork. The theme this week for Krav Maga will be multiple opponents as last week someone was attacked on Leith walk and robbed by three people. This is the month where you need to get to class and train hard. Decemeber for most people can be a tricky time to train with work and family commitments, so get along now and put the time in. Some people are training almost everyday which is a joy for me to see. Even if you can only come once a week, try and make sure you come every week. If you want to improve yourself then you need to make time. It's easy to find an excuse not to train. It's harder to go and train when it's cold and dark outside. You started training as you wanted to acheieve something so let's see it through together.

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-10-27T11:13:00.002+01:00

Last night we worked on various core drills from the syllabus. We did 3 and 6 count sumbrada, draw point, tapping and puny sumbrada. Then we mixed all the drills together and finished off defending against stick attacks

LAST NIGHT AT NSI EDINBURGH

2011-10-27T11:09:00.002+01:00

Last night we concentrated on tool and target development. Following that we went on to look at defending attacks using an impact weapon. This gives us line familiarity and so many more attributes. There were some single stick drills and lock flow thrown in as well.

SPARRING CLASS

2011-10-26T10:07:00.002+01:00

Last night the guys trained various drills working from in close with boxing then out to kicking range. If you want to try the class out then please come along. It's a gentle introduction to sparring using drills to get you ready rather than just giving you gloves and letting you go at it. If you have any questions about it then please get in touch.

Marcus

KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-10-26T10:05:00.002+01:00

Last night we worked on our boxing skills and closing into clinch. From there we looked at defending on the ground against multiple attackers, how to get up from the ground, break fall principles and also defending specific attacks from the ground.

KELLY WORDEN DVDS

2011-10-26T10:04:00.000+01:00

Single dvds are priced at £20 and double sets are £30. You can get the travel wrench for £10. Support the cause!

KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-10-26T10:02:00.003+01:00

Last night we concentrated on developing various kicks. We used the kick shields working lead side kick and the focus mitts for turning kicks and hook kicks. We looked at the sport applications of the kicks and also the self defence aspects. We finished off the remainder of the class working hand combinations on the focus mitts.

KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-10-25T10:41:00.002+01:00

Last night Michael took the guys through some striking sets after the kettle bell warm up. From there we looked at defences against chokes and how they would apply gender specific. We worked with the defender pinned against the wall and from there we looked at using our environment. We looked at using the same tactical approach to deal with a variety of similar attacks when we had our back to the wall. We also looked at defending whilst on the ground which will be the theme this week.

Marcus

COMBAT READY T-SHIRTS

2011-10-25T10:40:00.001+01:00

Remember t-shirt orders are being taken and the order will be placed shortly. Can you please get the money to me ASAP or you may miss out.

Thank you

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-10-25T10:38:00.001+01:00

As always Monday night is Drill night at Tactical Edge Edinburgh but before we jumped to the good stuff we ran through some pad work to warm up. The guys smashed they’re way through sets of 2 minute rounds using various hammer, palm heel and forearm strike’s from there we dumped the pads and went into some little com sets to put these strikes to good use. Tonight’s drill consisted of cover and slash, this drill is primarily a reverse grip knife drill and once we got it flowing I reminded the guys that anytime we cover any form of karambit or reverse grip knife we’re essentially working our empty hand elbows. We finished off by dissecting the drill and pulling some great functional movement out of it. Everyone got flowing with the drill at some point but remember you get better by doing! So get practising at home and you’ll see a vast improvement when it comes to pulling some functionality out of these drills. Good effort from everyone.

Michael

LAST NIGHT AT KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-10-25T10:36:00.002+01:00

Last night after the warm up we concentrated on conditioning on the thai pads for rounds. After that, we moved onto the focus mitts and worked on speed drills. We finished the class with the pad holder calling out the combinations. This week we are going to focus on the fundamentals and get them rocking. I was really impressed with some of the striking last night, it was really crisp with a fantastic rhythm - music to my ears!

Marcus

SAFETY IN CLASS

2011-10-21T10:13:00.002+01:00

Last night I stressed the need to take safety precautions when training in class. You really should be wearing a gum shield and a groin guard. When energy is high you can take an accidental knock. Be prepared and get the kit from the gym. You wouldn't go to play football without shin pads or football boots so make a small investment which will pay of greatly in the long run.

Marcus

LAST NIGHT AT KME

2011-10-21T10:06:00.002+01:00

We continued the theme of the week looking at edged weapon and firearm threats. We worked it into a multiple opponent drill after we had the basic skill set.

NSI PRODUCTS AVAILABLE NEXT WEEK

2011-10-20T13:36:00.001+01:00

There will be a variety of Kelly Worden dvds for sale at the gym next week. The travel wrench is back in stock so get them while you can.

NSI CLASS

2011-10-20T13:34:00.002+01:00

Last night we focussed on single stick drills and worked figure 8s. From there we looked at empty hand applications.

THIS WEEK AT KME

2011-10-19T08:43:00.001+01:00

So far this week we have looked at various threats and how we would deal with these from a seated position. Last night we also covered some of the third party protection material.

LAST NIGHTS MMA CLASS

2011-10-14T11:57:00.002+01:00

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-10-14T10:19:00.001+01:00

We started off the class working close quarter combtaives and then looked at dealing with handgun threats realistically. We will continue this on Thursday next week.

NSI CLASS

2011-10-13T12:02:00.002+01:00

Last night we opened with some striking and then looked integrating stick work. Great turn out and lots of people looking slick.

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-10-13T11:57:00.003+01:00

Last night we looked at guntings and concentrated on defanging the snake. We looked at variations of the head under and did further work on sumbrada looking to pick up disarms. We also covered some defensive edged weapon work.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-10-13T11:55:00.002+01:00

Last night the kickboxing class kicked off with a kettle bell and bodyweight drill and then into pad work. Some of the material last night was more self defence orientated. We finished the class with conditioning drills on the thai pads.

TUESDAY'S CLASSES

2011-10-12T13:08:00.000+01:00

Last Night At Kettlebells

10x10x10
Exactly what it says on the tin, the guys kicked off last night with a quick set of skipping then went straight into a circuit. 10 reps on 10 different stations 10 times. It was a fairly gruelling session but everyone fought they’re way through. We then switched pace towards the end of the class and focused on a intense 3min set with 30 seconds rest. The class finished with a great stretching session to send everyone home nice and relaxed. Great effort tonight from everyone, it was a difficult set but everyone just got on with it, remember you get out what you put in.

Mixed Kickboxing

Last night we went on a old school warm up ‘judo club’ style, I must say this was a easy but fast paced warm up and a lot of these guys had just been through an hour of kettlebell work so a major tip of the hat to you for the pace you all kept. Dimitri then took the guys through various pad set combo’s, we really slowed down the techniques and showed them in a more combative sense and put emphasis on body mechanics and targeting. Remember guy’s are classes at Combat Ready all centre on being reality based, there really isn’t a substitute for good quick striking ability and our kickboxing classes are designed for just that, lots of reps of high percentage hits and targets its also a fantastic and fun way to get into shape. Putting the fun in ‘fun’ctionality. Great effort guy’s and remember the new timetable has a kickboxing class almost every week night so there’s now no excuse to train!

Krav Maga

Starting off with a moderate body weight warm up Dimitri took the class through a series of comsets on the pads, setting up various kicks and strikes. The past two weeks have been about goin back to basics and we threw the guys into a simple but really intense multiple attack drill, remember if there are a bunch of guys picking on you they’re not gonna line up and let you smack them, we don’t train to be in a van damme movie, we have to physically orientate ourselves to acquire a target and there’s no place this is more relevant then when dealing with multiple attackers. Great effort, especially to those handful of guys that stayed for all three classes. See you all on Thursday!

KRAV MAGA ON MONDAY

2011-10-12T11:11:00.001+01:00

We started the class with some combatives then looked at dealing with circular attacks and rear strangles. We linked the two together into a multiple opponent drill looking at set up, prevention and interception. Great effort.

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE ON MONDAY

2011-10-12T11:10:00.001+01:00

We kicked off last night with a bit of bowie sparring, keeping things light but fast. There’s no question that fun sparring like this build’s a huge degree of attributes, we get timing, distance, footwork, target acquisition, explosive movement and we get to work our faints and guard positions. From there we picked up the sticks and went straight onto 3 count sumbrada, we went medium range then out to long range and then into a double grip version in which we likened the stick to a sword or katana, this really helped accent how important footwork and body mechanics can be when using these types of weapons. I showed the guys a double stick variation which got the brains fried a little bit but the guy’s pulled it off and we’re moving really well. We finished the night by stripping the drill down to empty hand and working through some common angles of attack using the 3 count patterns of movement. Remember guys Monday night is drill night at Tactical Edge Edinburgh and there’s no way to get better at these other than coming along and training, we also get to dissect these drill and show how to pull the attributes from them. Great effort from everyone last night.

Michael

T-SHIRT ORDERS BEING TAKEN

2011-10-10T12:31:00.002+01:00

New t-shirts are about to be ordered. If you would like one can you please get in contact with me stating size and quantity. T-shirts will be black with the CR "Knowledge in Action" logo on the left breast and the larger logo on the back. £14 per item. It would be good to get everyone in a t-shirt as it looks more professional. Drop me an email at enquiries@kravmagaedinburgh.com or catch me in class. Please pay for the items in advance. I am looking to place an order in the next two weeks so money to me ASAP.

Thank you

Marcus

NEW MMA CLASS

2011-10-10T12:02:00.002+01:00

The new MMA class is now running every Thursday from 20.15 to roughly 21.45. The class is £5 and please feel free to bring friends along to train in it. Last week after some conditioning we looked at striking, positional control and various submissions. The class finished with Scott taking the guys through rounds of grappling. Check the video out of some of the submission work he was covering.

KELLY WORDEN SEMINAR SUCCESS

2011-10-10T11:54:00.003+01:00

The seminar was a fantastic success, thank you to everyone who came and supported it. A huge amount of material was covered and everyone thouroughly enjoyed it. Roll on next years seminar! Remember we have a NSI class running every Wednesday from 19.15-20.15 covering Kelly Worden's system.

KELLY WORDEN IS AT COMBAT READY THIS EVENING

2011-09-29T11:55:00.001+01:00

Kelly Worden is in town so will be taking the Krav Maga training session this evening. Make sure you are there guys, everyone is welcome!!

Marcus

KELLY WORDEN SEMINAR

2011-09-27T08:15:00.000+01:00

That'a the certificate finalised for the seminar. Soon to be off to the printers. If you are planning on coming you need to let me know soon so I can get the numbers finalised.

Thanks

Marcus

IS THE KELLY WORDEN SEMINAR FOR ME

2011-09-25T10:43:00.003+01:00

It doesn't matter if you have been training for years or just started last week. Your skills will accelerate and you will be getting coached from someone truly world class. You don't need to worry about having kit we will sort you out. You can come for one day or for both. However be assured you will be leaving with lots of new ideas and an increased level of self defence. Email me if you are interested there is still time.

Marcus - enquiries@kravmagaedinburgh.com

NEW TIMETABLE AND PRICING STRUCTURE

2011-09-25T10:40:00.001+01:00

Hi guys can you please get in contact with me to confirm payment options as soon as possible for next month.

Thanks

Marcus

KICKBOXING CLASS CANCELLED SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER

2011-09-25T10:39:00.001+01:00

Hi guys the women-only kickboxing class unfortunately has to be cancelled on Saturday 1 October as we have a weekend seminar. It will resume the following week.

Thank you

Marcus

LAST NIGHT AT TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-09-20T14:12:00.002+01:00

Last night we worked with the karambit knife. We started looking at the traditional battlefield applications and then toned it down and looked how we could use it as an impact tool and then to control. We then shifted to a regular blade and used it in forward and reverse grip reviewing all the combat sets we had covered with the karambit We looked at the empty hand applications and then the defensive matrix with the karambit and also the empty hand equivalent.

NEW PRICING STRUCTURE

2011-09-16T07:40:00.001+01:00

Hi guys, to go with the new timetable there will be a new pricing structure in place. Can you please e-mail me so I can send you the relevant details ASAP.

Thanks

Marcus

WHAT WE DID THIS EVENING

2011-09-13T21:55:00.001+01:00

Trained outside and looked at some of the higher level fighting skills and multiple opponent drills. We looked at being threatened with a weapon, an active attack and also us pre-empting and controlling the weapon bearing arm. All looking good this evening with a good dose of verbal de-escalation.

NEW COMBAT READY TIMETABLE FROM 3 OCTOBER 2011

2011-09-11T13:01:00.002+01:00

Please see the attached new proposed timetable which is still subject to slight change. If anyone has any comments can they please get them to me as quickly as possible. You can speak to me or one of the other instructors in class or email me at enquiries@kravmagaedinburgh.com.

The pricing structure will also change to be more flexible and reflect the increased choice of classes. Pricing structures will be posted up shortly. There are posters up in the gym with the new timetable so encourage others to have a look and feedback any thoughts.

Thank you

Marcus

TACTICAL EDGE

2011-09-07T22:48:00.001+01:00

Tonight we worked on some panantukan drills and finished off with some bowie sparring - much fun by all.

KRAV MAGA TUESDAY

2011-09-07T22:47:00.002+01:00

We trained outside in the rain which was awesome fun. We looked at some stress drills and then moved on to deal with straight and circular attacks. We also used walls and the car during training. Using them as a launching pad was a lot of fun.

KRAV MAGA TRAINING THIS EVENING

2011-09-06T11:36:00.001+01:00

Tonight we will be training outside so please get wrapped up.

Marcus

KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-08-24T08:04:00.003+01:00

The ability to train outside in the fresh air with proper footwear really adds to the training, that's why I want as many of the KM classes to take place outside as possible. As it's get colder we will just have to wrap up a bit more. We started developing our strikes and then concentrated on defending straight lowline knife attacks with a scooping motion. I demonstrated how this could be used against an upward attack that would normally be reserved for a 360 defence. However, you are meant to be taken by surprise so training needs to reflect this. We looked at moving to the dead side and also the live side. We looked at methods of control and also some knife disarms. Great effort guys.

KELLY WORDEN SEMINAR

2011-08-24T07:59:00.003+01:00

Hi guys just a reminder that we have Kelly Worden coming from the US to hold a seminar at the gym on 1 and 2 Oct. This is a fantastic opportunity to train with a legend. You cannot afford to miss this opportunity to enhance your skills. It is open to everyone regardless of your level or how long you have been training. Members of the gym will be getting the opportunity for the spaces and then I will open it to other clubs. Deposits were meant to be in last week so can you please either pay the deposit or the full amount asap. You can pay online via the shop or to me in cash personally. If you want to attend but need more time to get the cash together then speak to me in class or drop me an e-mail at enquiries@kravmagaedinburgh.com. Do it fast though as I am off to train with Kelly in the US next week and I need to give him an idea on numbers.

Marcus

KETTLEBELLS EDINBURGH

2011-08-24T07:55:00.002+01:00

Great session last night with the shutter doors being raised to get the fresh air in as people were really going for it. Started off with jumping rope and then into some very testing bodyweight drills. All the drills had alternative versions if you couldn't quite manage it. From there we delved into the swing text and then partnered up for the rest of the class with one person doing a kettle bell exercise while the other did a complimentary bodyweight exercise. See you all next week.

OPEN MAT SESSION ON FRIDAY

2011-08-23T08:53:00.001+01:00

Can people please keep in mind that this particular class runs from 6.15-7.15pm. Also, if you are due fees from Friday's session can you please pay ASAP.

Thank you

Marcus

LAST NIGHT AT KICKBOXING EDINBURGH

2011-08-23T08:52:00.001+01:00

Dynamic warm up to open up the class then we concentrated on developing power with the thai pads. We worked various combinations interspersed with conditioning drills. Finished the class off with a challenging kicking drill to develop speed, accuracy and flexibility.

PERFROMANCE CONDITIONING

2011-08-23T08:49:00.002+01:00

Last night the class focused on two separate drills. The first was to build explosive power in the legs so we concentrated on working both legs together and also single leg work. Part two involved some upper body explosive drills and then some more big isolated presses. If you are looking to get in shape fast then get along to this class.

LAST NIGHT AT TACTICAL EDGE

2011-08-23T08:47:00.001+01:00

Derek took the warm up and then Michael took the guys through our defensive flow drill with edge weapons. The guys then moved on to look at the empty hand applications and follow up strikes leading into takedowns. Michael then looked at a series of guntings and low line traps and levers.

GROUNDFIGHTING CLASS CANCELLED THIS EVENING

2011-08-18T10:39:00.000+01:00

No class this evening.

LAST NIGHT AT TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-08-18T10:37:00.003+01:00

We started working on 3 and 6 count sumbrada. From there we looked at 3 count in long range and then in medium range using the live hand. We then put an edged weapon in the live hand to cut instead of check with. From there we did sumbrada with the knife and then looked at combative application from it. We looked at versions where we used the punyo strike and then looked to take the vision. We looked at what to do if they checked your strike when trying to take their vision. Good class.

LAST NIGHT AT KRAV MAGA EDINBURGH

2011-08-17T12:20:00.002+01:00

Last night we looked at the value of verbal de-escalation and how to avoid a confrontation at all costs. We looked at trying to draw our opponent in to a circular punch by shutting down our centre line. We looked at defences against grabs and headbutts and also looked at tells. These are the give aways that should set alarm bells ringing that you are about to be attacked. I said that when we train on Thursday we will use the counter as a bar and look at being able to prevent people picking up objects to use as weapons and also how we can reply common objects in our favour all within the confines of the law.

TACTICAL EDGE EDINBURGH

2011-08-16T09:12:00.002+01:00

Last night after a quick warm up we went straight into double stick drills and looked at the some of the Heaven series. From there we moved onto empty hand applications. Buy a set of sticks from the gym for £12 and get training at home or you will spend the next ten years trying to improve it in class. We have such a wide curriculum to cover, so if you want it to stick and be effective then you need to do some study at home. Get on it.

Marcus