Krav Maga Eastside Training Center

You don’t exactly get to learn to kick someone in the face right off the bat, but there is something satisfying about attempting to kick someone’s ass. There’s definitely no «wax on, wax off.» If you have to ear muff words like «fawk» this playground isn’t for you. If you’re looking to defend yourself and learn from guys who tell you to kick them in the chest and mean it, this place is it. Expect bruises, sweating, and to actually learn to protect your ass. Don’t waste everyone’s time by thinking Krav Maga is a cool new trendy word and «sport.» It’s a mix of all defense arts with some street fighting– you’ll learn how to defend yourself from rape to a knife attack. I’m sure some moron is like, Oh, I’m starting a Fight Club– no, it’s about buying yourself time to get away or protecting yourself/​family.

I’ve been at Krav Maga Eastside Training Center for almost a month and a half now and I must say this place is awesome. I would highly recommend it to people who want real-​world self defense with the added bonus of getting in shape.
I’ve been trying to make some positive lifestyle changes and have made some progress but have recently plateaued. I needed something to really take it to the next level and did some research with a roommate who recommended that we get into Krav Maga because of the real world application of this self-​defense system. We’ve looked into several dojo’s and none of them really gave any information as far as how they were certified to teach such a system. Direct from their website, Krav Maga ETC shows that they are accredited by one of the largest Krav Maga federations, Krav Maga Worldwide, who’s founder was taught by the Creator of Krav Maga.(I urge people who are learning to really put the research into these places to verify the legitimacy of what they are teaching considering it’s your health and safety that’s concerned)
It’s a great place. These guys really help you learn and grow and they’re a great bunch of guys to just laugh with. It’s not going to be a cake walk, but self-​defense shouldn’t be. Not only do they teach you technique and fitness but the right mentality and tactics to make sure you can defend yourself and your loved ones. In the six weeks I’ve been here, my muscle just feel different, more solid and more importantly it’s helped with my confidence and helped me develop mentally. Each instructor challenges you and points out what you need to improve and results are very noticeable. You will be pushed physically, but it’s really rewarding when you reflect on what you’ve accomplished. Plus it’s a great way to constructively use negative energy. Nothing like giving the pads a beating after a rough day. It’s a really meaningful way to grow and I highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to improve themselves and be prepared should they ever need to defend themselves.

I had hoped my 18 year old daughter would learn self defense before she started college in the fall. I mistakenly thought that she could deal with signing up for a self defense course on her own.
So after checking out two Krav Magra gyms and explaining her situation to both gyms, she felt the Bellevue Krav Magra would meet her needs even though she had to take several buses to get there. After all, it was only for the summer. She understood she would pay for a three month course, but could use it over the next 12 months.
One class and $ 400.00 of her graduation money later, she learned about reading a contract (while being distracted by a talking instructor) He decided that a $ 1200 dollar yearly membership would be a better choice. He had her sign a contract and automatically started deducting funds from her new debit card.
This gym took advantage of a young person who only wanted to learn to defend herself before she embarked on a new adventure. .. College.
Shame on you.

I trained here for a summer, and witnessed repeated use of anti-​gay slurs by the main trainer. He was not corrected by the other trainers when they were present. Furthermore, patrons joined in and were encouraged by this trainer.
For a training gym that claims to advocates respect and responsible use of krav, I was extremely disappointed and offended by the intolerant atmosphere.

Hmmm… maybe unfair comparison, but i found the environment to be fairly disorganized, inconsistent and not as safe as it could be… the accreditation is impressive, but depends on your preference.

Krav Maga teaches self defense basics, plain and simple. Class material covers everything from basic punches and kicks, to knife and gun defense. Only con is no evening classes on Thursdays.

I just had my 1^st anniversary of belonging to Eastside Krav Maga. The instructors are knowledgeable, friendly and just plain awesome.
I have learned a lot. The instructors are very patient and really take the time to make sure your technique is correct. The studio is no-​frills but trust me– it is a great outlet to punch and kicks the S*** out of some pads.

I just recently joined the crew here in Bellevue and really do like it. How can you not like beating the crap out of pads and work out till you’re exhausted? The guys here are funny and very helpful. I’ve been interested taking Krav Maga for awhile now and glad I did my homework and tried out this place first. I’m looking forward to taking down some crack heads if they cross me. ;)

I had the opportunity to train here several times while visiting from out of town. Having trained at other Krav centers (including with Darren Levine & John Whitman) and getting a yellow belt in San Francisco, I was surprised how much my technique had improved after just a few sessions with these guys. They immediately saw flaws in my striking techniques and took the time to teach me how to generate more power. This place is very small, but that’s why I consider it among the best I’ve been to: the people here are a tight-​knit community, take the extra time to teach and learn from each other, and have fun. And most importantly, they care about good technique, and have even shared their experiences in past street encounters; it’s not a McDojo by any means.
Also, they physically push you harder than any other place I’ve been to. This place will get you in SHAPE. I highly recommend this place.
Edit: For those not familiar with Krav Maga, I recommend researching it on google/​youtube when deciding which martial art to enroll in. It’s not for everyone. If it’s eastern traditions and mysticism you want, Krav is not for you. It is closer to a self-​defense class than a traditional martial art; it’s not aesthetically pleasing, and features immensely practical street simulations. If your life is on the line and you can’t run away, I’d put my money on someone with 6 months of Krav over many other arts’ black belts. Which isn’t to say it’s not fun — there’s nothing more therapeutic than hitting pads at full force!
They welcome men and women of all ages and fitness levels (don’t know about children though). You can take a class for free — I recommend viewing one or trying it out when making your decision.