Total Krav Maga (TKM), a distinguished UK affiliate of Krav Maga Global (KMG), stands as a testament to the passion and expertise of its founder, Nick Maison. Established in 2009, TKM emerged from Nick's dedicated efforts, both solo and in collaboration with other instructors, dating back to 2004.

Having previously served as the UK director for both the International Krav Maga Federation (IKMF) and Krav Maga Global (KMG), Nick Maison now channels his extensive experience into his pivotal role as the head of TKM. His journey involves the dynamic management of Krav Maga classes, corporate events, film fight choreography, and the personalised training of private clients in London & Thames Valley since 2004.

At TKM, our unwavering commitment lies in imparting not just effective, but also safe techniques within meticulously controlled environments. Our roster of instructors boasts full qualifications, certifications, and insurance, ensuring their capability to fulfil the crucial roles of Total Krav Maga coaches.

Leading Team TKM is Nick Maison, a former British Army Physical Training Corps, Sergeant Instructor with 14 years Army service. Under his guidance, the team has undergone transformative changes, particularly in response to the challenges posed by the 2020 pandemic. Today, Team TKM comprises a diverse assembly of combat sports professionals, each bringing a rich tapestry of martial arts disciplines and skill sets to the forefront.

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Team TKM instructors exemplify an unwavering commitment to excellence, actively engaging in a dedicated and continuous development program. This comprehensive training initiative encompasses both collaborative group sessions and individual pursuits in their respective disciplines.

Notably, all Team TKM instructors are not only proficient in first aid but also fully insured, underscoring their dedication to ensuring a safe and secure learning environment. Each instructor is a fully certified professional or an assistant coach recognised by the UK governing body, Krav Maga Global (KMG) UK. This collective dedication to ongoing education and certification reinforces Team TKM's standing as a pinnacle of proficiency and commitment within the world-wide and UK Krav Maga community.

The Krav Maga Global grading system is divided into 3 main categories; Practitioner, Graduate and Expert Levels. Above this there are currently only 2 Master Level instructors in the world.

As TKM students are members or Krav Maga Global (KMG), they can participate in classes, testing or workshops/seminars worldwide where they see the KMG logo by simply showing their KMG Passport, which they can purchase on line at the KMG UK website. Most Krav Maga students are ready for the level 1 test after 3-4 months of regular training and there after every 6 months.