About us
KRAV MAGA
Krav Maga in Hebrew implies a contact fight. It is a system of self-defence and battle which was created from Israelis for use in difficult battle fields in the Middle East after long experience and war situations. From this alone one can understand its effectiveness.
More specifically its originator was Imi Lichtenfeld throughout his military career in the Hebrew army as Chief Instructor of Hand to Hand Combat of I. D. F. (Israeli Defence Forces).
Krav Maga began purely as operational and it was taught exclusively and solely to special forces of the army, the police, and the secret services and to certain security escort groups of Israeli officials. It is taught and included in all of their training courses Such as counter-terrorism, anti-sabotage, plant safety, security of significant individuals, etc. Over the years, it has adapted and passed on to Israeli citizens and to Europe as the most practical and effective system of self-defence.
Today, it has evolved into a popular and effective martial art that combines physical exercise and self-defence. Hollywood celebrities, such as Jennifer Lopez, Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Matt Damon and thousands of others around the world, have already added this to their schedule and train in Krav Maga.
Krav Maga is a simple self-defence system that has adapted to the needs of simple citizens. It relies on the natural instinct of man for self-preservation and his natural reactions. Having a goal of self-defence, the learner having avoided an attack, he counteracts vulnerable points of his opponent, such as ears, eyes, neck or groin, using his hands, legs, knees, head, etc.
It is addressed to everyone, regardless of the age or the body conformation. It is easy to learn and doesn’t require multi-year training. In fact, the trainee is already able to protect himself even from the first lessons. What is more, an important fact is that people with restricted motional abilities can be trained in Krav Maga and learn how to protect themselves regardless of any movement difficulties that they might face.
It is addressed to all, regardless of age or body conformation. It’s easy to learn, and it doesn’t require a multi-year training. In fact, even from the first lessons, the trainee is already able to protect himself. What is more, an important fact is that people with limited motion skills can be trained in Krav Maga and learn how to protect themselves regardless of any motion difficulties they may experience.
Our Mission
C.K.M.F – Cyprus Krav Maga Federation
The Cypriot Federation Krav Maga CKMF began as an idea eighteen years ago. During this time its founder, Panagiotis Iakovou, gathered experience both in all the aspects of self-defense as well as in administration matters and organization, so as to be today in the position to lead the official Cypriot federation.
CKMF’s aim is to process and implement the programs for development, distribution and cultivation of Krav Maga. With primary objective, our trainees to obtain the ability to protect themselves in variety possible scenarios and at the same time to develop the sportsman’s spirit, we contribute to social – cultural education and in attracting the youth to sports developing bonds of friendship and fellowship.
CKMF collaborates with the most reliable International Federations of Krav Maga and chooses from each one of them the best that can be provided to its trainers and students. Collaborations which aim to the reliable learning of Krav Maga from certified trainers as well as to its development throughout the country with activities and participations in Pancyprian and international events. CKMF is the only recognized from COS – Cypriot Organization of Sports and reliable choice in the field of self-defense!
CKMF EDUCATION programme
Step into a fulfilling role by enrolling as an instructor in the CKMF EDUCATION programme. Our comprehensive training will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to teach this dynamic self-defense system.