Self-defence school · Reading & Caversham
Avoid. Defuse. Defend.
We give a voice to people who feel powerless. Learn practical self-defence, build real confidence and know exactly what to do when it matters, in a friendly club, not a fight club.
Trial class just £10 · No experience or fitness level required · Ages 12+
Why learn self-defence
More than a class.
A life skill.
Krav Maga isn’t a sport with rules. It’s a system built for real life. Here’s what training with us actually changes.
Real-world defence
Practical skills for realistic threats, not choreography. Learn to defend yourself confidently and effectively in any situation.
Sharper instincts
Beyond technique, Krav hones quick decision-making under pressure, so you stay calm and in control of every circumstance.
Unshakeable confidence
Trust your instincts, find the courage to say NO, and stand tall against adversity, on the mat and far beyond it.
Empowering women
A uniquely supportive environment where women build confidence, trust their gut and back each other up.
A lifestyle, not a lesson
Continuous growth with a genuine community around you. It’s a lifelong journey of improvement and connection.
Ready to start?
Your first session costs £10 and could change how you carry yourself for life.
Book a trial →
IKMF Expert Level 2
Your lead instructor
Learn from the UK’s highest-ranking female Krav Maga instructor
Niki holds Expert Level 2 with the International Krav Maga Federation, a grade few instructors in the country reach. She’s spent more than two decades training, and has been teaching adults since 2008 and children since 2012.
Qualified IKMF instructor · Insured by the British Combat Association · Enhanced DBS checked · First-aid trained · Regularly trained by expert-level instructors from Israel.
This week in Reading
Find your class
Four sessions a week across Reading and Caversham. Train once, twice or three times a week. Every membership works at every venue.
| Day | Class | Time | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | Adults & FamiliesAges 12+ | 19:30 – 20:30 | Highdown Leisure CentreCaversham RG4 8LR | Book |
| Tue | M.A.C.E. Combat FitnessAges 16+ · open to all | 17:30 – 18:30 | Rivermead Leisure CentreReading RG1 8EQ | Details |
| Thu | AdultsAges 16+ | 19:30 – 20:30 | River AcademyReading RG1 8EQ | Book |
| Sat | AdultsAges 16+ | 09:00 – 10:00 | Kendrick SchoolReading RG1 5BN | Book |
Word on the mat
What students say
Simple memberships
Train from £45 a month
Three straightforward packages. Train once, twice or three times a week at any of our venues. Family, NUS and Blue Light discounts available.
- Trial class £10, so you can see if it’s for you first
- Welcome pack and club T-shirt included
- Private 1-to-1 and pair sessions available
