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2021 January  FDKM Newsletter

Let's hope 2021 isn't a repeat of 2020! 
Hello FDKM'ers

Happy New Year!  We made it! We survived the crazy historic year of 2020!  Although, 2021 has already kicked off with it's own history making events...... 
But aside from the chaos that's going on in the world, here at FDKM we're going to be optimistic about our 2021 outlook.  We hope to spark everyone's (and our own) fighting spirit this year.  We almost got knocked out, but we're going to get back up and keep on doing what we do best -teaching and training.  
We've already kicked off the year with our January Introduction to Krav Maga Course with some great and enthusiastic participants.  As with most years in the past we run this course back to back at the start of the year. So if you've been curious about training/starting Krav Maga, here's your chance. Our next course starts on February 1st! Space is limited, so don't wait too long to register. 
In the next few months we'll begin to implement some changes we've had in the works for awhile. Some changes are subtle and others will take some getting use too.  We'll try our best to roll out some of these changes as smoothly as possible, but it's inevitable that there will be some hiccups.... Like the recent, barrage of emails that some of you might have received....oopsssieee.....sorry about that.  
We are also hoping to restart some of our special workshops and seminars again in the near future.  It's all dependent on how the pandemic pans out and if we are able to hold these events.  Speaking of Covid-19..... We will continue to require masks, temperature checks, and best practices to keep everyone safe. 
Well read on! We hope to see you guys online or in-person!

- Nick, Ann, and the First Defense Krav Maga Team
UPCOMING EVENTS


FDKM Holiday Closings 

Just a reminder, FDKM will be closed for Presidents Day on Monday February 15th.

We will be open on Monday January 18th, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  
Schedule changes beginning Jan. 2nd

Please take note of the new schedule currently in place for the Winter of 2021.  If you have any questions about the new schedule please feel free to contact us directly.  

If you would like to download a pdf copy of the new schedule, you can do so HERE 
2021 February
Introduction to Krav Maga
4 week course

Twice a week for 4 weeks! Jump start your Krav Maga training with our popular Intro to Krav Maga Course. First class begins on Monday January 4th! 



In First Defense Krav Maga News
Intro to Krav Maga Course Feb. 2021!
Join us Monday February 1st for the first lesson!





Our popular Introduction to Krav Maga Course is back for round 2! Kick off February 2021 with some Krav training.  We're offering this course twice a week for 4 weeks, starting Monday February 1st at 7pm.  

What you'll learn.Some of the material we will cover in this Introduction to Krav Maga Course includes (but is definitely not limited to):

How to set, maintain & defend boundaries

Releases from common grabs & holds

Defending yourself on the ground

Develop the skill of making effective decisions while under stressful conditions

The course meets twice a week on Monday and Thursday evenings from 7pm-8pm for 4 weeks. The cost of the course is $249. 



** Train with a friend! We are offering a second registration for only $50! Bring a family member, friend, or co-worker and save!.**
Closed for Presidents Day
Open for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day


Please take note that we'll be OPEN for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday January 18th. However, we will be CLOSED for Presidents Day on Monday February 15th. 

All in-person and online virtual classes will be cancelled on February 15th. If you have any questions or an urgent request please email info@firstdefensekravmaga.com. 
Did You Notice the New Schedule?
 


We've implemented a new schedule for the new year. If you would like to download a pdf copy of our new schedule you can do it below:



Beginning in January the following schedule changes will be made:

  • Saturday's will no longer have a 15 minute break between classes
  • Saturday class times have changed (due to the removal of the 15 minutes between classes. . . )
  • Class levels for adults have changed 
  • Saturday classes will continue to stream live but will not be recorded
  • Additional in-person classes have been added for Mondays & Thursdays

What Level Classes am I Now?

With some of our instructors returning for in person instruction, we've been able to return to splitting classes a little more according to levels.  Although many of you enjoyed having "All levels" classes, it reduced the amount of material we are able to teach each week.   In the upcoming months we'll be rolling out how progression through the curriculum will look and change.  But for the time being, those who currently hold the following ranks are eligible for the following classes:

Fundamentals- For beginners who have not tested for a rank yet

Level One classes- For students who currently hold a rank of P1-P2. The material in class will cover P1-P3.

Level Two classes- For students who currently hold a rank of P3-P5. The material covered in class will be through G1.

Level Three classes- For students who hold a Graduate rank and above. The material covered in class will be Graduate Level and above. 

All Levels classes- Are open to all. Material taught will be dependent on the makeup of the class and instructors discretion. 

Strike Classes- Are open to everyone who is Level One and above, and to our Jr/Teen participants.  Equipment is required to participate in this class

Kids & Youth-  We will continue to combine these two age divisions.  Kids (ages 5-7) & Youth (ages 7-10). However, we are not currently accepting new enrollments for the Kid's division. 

Junior & Teen- We will continue to combine these two age divisions. 
Got Equipment?
FDKM can help!


Looking for some new gear for the new year?

We just got a new shipment of Hayabusa S4 16 oz gloves in Charcoal/black, Black/Black, and Black/White in stock at the studio.  We're also carrying the Jr. equivalent of these gloves in 8 oz for those jr/teens who are interested in starting our strike class. 

New Avengers hand wraps are also available. Represent your favorite super hero!   Our reading selection has also grown.  Nick has curated a few new books for sale, for those of you who are interested in training your brain at home!

If you have any questions about equipment for both in studio training and at home training, please feel free to contact us here at info@firstdefensekravmaga.com 
Who's Sus?!?! 
 Time to game.... FDKM'er gamers



Big thanks to everyone who joined us for our Among Us game over the winter break! It was a lot of fun playing with everyone online.  We'll try to plan another game night! Ann is always open to suggestions on what everyone would like to play. 
Shuaijiao Shoutouts! 
 2021 training

Shuai-chiao


Just a quick reminder that our Saturday Shauijiao Class time has changed to 12:30pm-1:15pm.  

We're looking forward to getting the gang back together again in 2021 for some more Shauijaio!  If you have questions about Shauijaio training here at First Defense please feel free to contact coach Nick.

As for the the 2021 competition schedule, here is a quick announcement from the US Shuaijiao Association about the upcoming year:

Happy New Year!
We are all eager to move on from 2020 and continue to progress the momentum of shuaijiao in the United States and around the world. As promised, we want to give everyone our view of 2021 and current plans. Few key points and please stay tuned as the whole Covid-19 situation is a fluid situation.

1) April 2021 Nationals (in Cleveland) is postponed. We will evaluate a possible national in the fall and will announce that in the summertime based off the pandemic situation.

2) Our summer tournament in the San Francisco bay area is undecided as we wait for our sponsor's decisions on their larger athletic event in the Bay Area. We will announce the status of this late spring or when we hear from the sponsors.

3) We will offer some virtual seminars to provide access to our coaches and renowned black belt masters. We are currently putting together the curriculum and scheduling that would be appropriate for a virtual teaching environment. Feel free to send us messages on ideas for this.

Although 2020 was relatively a non-eventful year for shuaijiao, one year is only a blip in a 4000+ years old martial art. We look forward to 2021 and future years.

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First Defense Referral Program

Did you know that First Defense Krav Maga offers a $10 discount for every person that you refer that signs up for a membership? Better yet, both of you receive $10 off your membership! So everyone wins.

Think about it: 5 referrals join as members, they each get $10 off their monthly rates. But, you get $50 off! (both accounts must be current and in good standing to receive the discount)

Spread the Word
spread the word

Help the First Defense family grow, tell others why you joined.  Did you join to learn Krav Maga for it's key self defensive techniques so you could improve your own personal safety?  Does your membership give you the missing key to your personal fitness routine?  We would love to hear from you, please share your testimonials on Facebook, Google,Yelp, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
Reminders

If you have had an address change or need to update your credit card please remember to update it on MindBody or talk to Ann at the front desk.

 

Only shoes that have never been worn outside are allowed on the mats for class. If you don't have indoor-only shoes, bare feet or socked feet are fine, but we highly recommend getting some shoes for class. This will help keep our mats clean free of dirt, grime, and germs from the outside.

 

It is First Defense's policy that all men wear groin protection when they attend class. This is for your own safety. We do not want anyone to take a groin strike unprotected. We also want to remind all members that you should be wearing First Defense t-shirts and pants or shorts (w/ appropriate rank patch) when you're taking Krav Maga classes.

 

You should also be wearing your hand wraps during class, especially the striking class. Not only do they provide protection to hands and wrists, they also soak up a lot of the sweat that will otherwise end up in the mitts and gloves.

 

 
Thank you for taking the time to review our News & Updates. We look forward to seeing you in class soon.

 

Sincerely,

 

Nick & The First Defense Krav Maga Team

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