International Krav Maga Federation
Developed internationally. Personal in Switzerland.
IKMF Switzerland is part of the International Krav Maga Federation, whose methodology is established in over 80 countries. In Switzerland we teach it personally, in small groups and with a psychological foundation.
80+ countries
The largest Krav Maga federation in the world
5 locations
Aarburg, Bern, Schötz, St. Gallen and Zurich
34 classes per week
From Kiddies to Law Enforcement
Who we are
Federation, approach, quality
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The IKMF
The International Krav Maga Federation was founded in 1996 with the support of Imi Lichtenfeld, the founder of Krav Maga. Today it is active in over 80 countries and is the largest Krav Maga federation in the world.
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Our approach
Prevention and de-escalation come before technique, and physical protection stays proportionate. Psychological foundations such as stress response and awareness are part of every class.
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Quality
Our instructors are IKMF-certified and continue their education regularly. Small groups make sure that everyone is seen and corrected.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Krav Maga?
Krav Maga is an Israeli self-defence system developed by Imi Lichtenfeld. It is designed for realistic everyday situations and relies on simple techniques that are quick to learn. No experience is needed.
What is the IKMF?
The International Krav Maga Federation was founded in 1996 with the support of Imi Lichtenfeld and, present in over 80 countries, is the largest Krav Maga federation in the world today. We teach its methodology and curricula in Switzerland.
How is Krav Maga different from martial arts?
Krav Maga is a self-defence system without competition. It is about protection in everyday life, not about points or titles.
Who teaches at IKMF Switzerland?
A team of IKMF-certified instructors. You can find all of them with grade and career on the team page.
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