
The History of Krav Maga
This highly effective system of Self Defence was originally developed by Imi Lichtenfeld (pictured right). Imi moved to Israel from Slovakia after the end of World War II. After the formation of Israel in 1948, Imi became the Chief Instructor of Physical Training and Krav Maga at the Israeli Defence Force's (IDF) School of Combat Fitness. During this time he taught Krav Maga to the IDF's most elite units including the Haganah, and the Special Commando units of the Palmack, and Palyam. Upon retiring in 1964 from the IDF, Imi adapted the Krav Maga style for civilian use as a self defence system.