Forge Your Skills: Upcoming Training Evolutions

Explore our upcoming seminars, workshops, and community events. Whether you are a first-time practitioner or an advanced student, these sessions are designed to sharpen your hardware and refine your software.

Foundational Monthly Workshops

Forge Your Intuition: The First Friday Women’s Workshop

This is not a traditional martial arts class; it is a specialized training evolution for women who want to take agency over their lives. Led by our Female Instructor Cadre, this free monthly session focuses on the “Software of Safety”—prioritizing awareness, de-escalation, and avoidance, while equipping you with high-leverage physical skills as a last resort.

FIND YOUR STRENGTH

Specialized Training Evolutions

These specialized sessions are only offered periodically throughout the year. Advance registration is required.

Valkyrie 2.0 – Monday, June 2nd

Mark your calendars! This June 2nd, Valkyrie is going 2.0!

We are incredibly excited to introduce the all-new Valkyrie 2.0 curriculum—a groundbreaking update to our Kore Self Defense Women’s Self-Defense program. This isn’t just another course; it’s a reimagined training experience specifically designed to empower women and help them take agency over their lives.

What makes Valkyrie 2.0 special?

Under the strategic hand of our founder, Dr. Tammy McCracken has seamlessly integrated more of the world-renowned 500 Rising curriculum into our Valkyrie program. We are standing on the shoulders of decades of expertise and passion for women’s safety to bring you something truly transformative.

Why the change?

Because we believe empowerment shouldn’t be static. We’re constantly evolving to meet the needs of our community, incorporating proven methodologies to ensure our students are better equipped to navigate their world with newfound confidence.

Join us on June 2nd to: Discover the new Valkyrie 2.0 curriculum firsthand. Hear the stories behind why we made these powerful changes. Learn how this program will empower you and help you reclaim agency in your life.

We can’t wait to see you there! The journey to your extraordinary potential begins on June 2nd.

RESERVE A FREE SPOT NOW!

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (1 of 4) – Saturday June 13th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Are you ready to level up? Whether you’re eyeing a new rank or just want to sharpen your Krav Maga foundation, this intensive curriculum seminar is designed for you.

We are stripping back the layers of the KMG syllabus to ensure every student—from P0 to Graduate levels—is moving with precision, power, and purpose.

🔍 What We’ll Cover

This isn’t just another training session; it’s a strategic roadmap for your progression.

KMG Curriculum: KMG is a living system. We will dive into newly introduced techniques from the latest curriculum updates and master those “extra curriculum” skills that often separate a passing grade from a high-level performance.

Curriculum Topics Covered:

Hand Strikes
Kicks
Counter Hand Strikes
Counter Kicks
Ground Breakfalls, Rolls, Movement
Ground – Defenses vs Punches & Kicks

📋 Who Should Attend?

This seminar is open to ALL levels.

🥗 Fueling for Performance

Please bring snacks for yourself. Avoid “heavy” foods (pastas, greasy fast food, or large meals) that might slow you down. Stick to proteins, fruits, and snacks that provide sustained energy so you can finish the afternoon strong.

👊 Secure Your Spot

Don’t walk into your next test with questions—walk in with confidence. Join us for a couple hours of hard work, technical refinement, and community.

REGISTER NOW

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (2 of 4) – Saturday July 25th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Are you ready to level up? Whether you’re eyeing a new rank or just want to sharpen your Krav Maga foundation, this intensive curriculum seminar is designed for you.

We are stripping back the layers of the KMG syllabus to ensure every student—from P0 to Graduate levels—is moving with precision, power, and purpose.

🔍 What We’ll Cover

This isn’t just another training session; it’s a strategic roadmap for your progression.

KMG Curriculum: KMG is a living system. We will dive into newly introduced techniques from the latest curriculum updates and master those “extra curriculum” skills that often separate a passing grade from a high-level performance.

Curriculum Topics Covered:

Grappling Standing
Releases Standing
Throws and Takedowns
Ground – Grapple and Attacks
Ground – Releases

📋 Who Should Attend?

This seminar is open to ALL levels.

🥗 Fueling for Performance

Please bring snacks for yourself. Avoid “heavy” foods (pastas, greasy fast food, or large meals) that might slow you down. Stick to proteins, fruits, and snacks that provide sustained energy so you can finish the afternoon strong.

👊 Secure Your Spot

Don’t walk into your next test with questions—walk in with confidence. Join us for a couple hours of hard work, technical refinement, and community.

REGISTER NOW

Women’s Self-Defense Workshop 1 on August 1st, from 12 pm to 4 pm

Inviting ALL women to attend. If you can, bring a friend!

When?

Saturday Aug 1st
12:00 pm to ~ 4:00 pm

This workshop is more than just learning to protect your physical space; it’s an opportunity to gain agency over your life and empower yourself. The Wonder Woman program covers practical self-defense techniques, situational awareness, and mindset shifts to help you feel safer and more in control of your surroundings. We invite you to join us and discover the confidence that comes from knowing how to protect yourself and the world around you.

Gain agency over your life and empower yourself
Learn practical self‑defense techniques
Develop situational awareness skills to feel safer and more in control of your surroundings
Build confidence that comes from knowing how to protect yourself and the world around you
Become the powerful, resilient, and confident individual you are meant to be!

Space is limited, so register early!

We look to support you, the women of our community, in becoming the powerful, resilient, and confident individuals you are meant to be!

REGISTER NOW

Graduate Testing – Saturday Aug 8th (G1+) – 9:00 am to ~3:00 pm

When?

Saturday Aug 8th
9:00 am to ~ 3:00 pm

Notes:

Do not register for double rank testing
Testing fees are nonrefundable
In the event of illness or injury, you may transfer your registration to the next scheduled testing. No other transfers will be allowed.

Be sure to review your curriculum and ask instructors if you have any questions!

Registration Deadline – Sunday, Aug 2nd

No late registrations accepted. Why? Two reasons:

Planning for testing is incredibly involved and requires a great deal of advance prep work.
Last minute registrations compromise the testing.

If you are still unsure about testing by the deadline date – it’s time to make a decision. Take that bold step. Ask for feedback from instructors prior to the test about your readiness, or just pony-up and challenge your fears!

REGISTER NOW

Women’s Self-Defense Workshop 2 on August 9th, from 11 am to 3 pm

Inviting ALL women to attend. If you can, bring a friend!

When?

Sunday Aug 9th
11:00 am to ~ 3:00 pm

This workshop is more than just learning to protect your physical space; it’s an opportunity to gain agency over your life and empower yourself. The Wonder Woman program covers practical self-defense techniques, situational awareness, and mindset shifts to help you feel safer and more in control of your surroundings. We invite you to join us and discover the confidence that comes from knowing how to protect yourself and the world around you.

Gain agency over your life and empower yourself
Learn practical self‑defense techniques
Develop situational awareness skills to feel safer and more in control of your surroundings
Build confidence that comes from knowing how to protect yourself and the world around you
Become the powerful, resilient, and confident individual you are meant to be!

Space is limited, so register early!

We look to support you, the women of our community, in becoming the powerful, resilient, and confident individuals you are meant to be!

REGISTER NOW

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (3 of 4) – Saturday September 19th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Are you ready to level up? Whether you’re eyeing a new rank or just want to sharpen your Krav Maga foundation, this intensive curriculum seminar is designed for you.

We are stripping back the layers of the KMG syllabus to ensure every student—from P0 to Graduate levels—is moving with precision, power, and purpose.

🔍 What We’ll Cover

This isn’t just another training session; it’s a strategic roadmap for your progression.

KMG Curriculum: KMG is a living system. We will dive into newly introduced techniques from the latest curriculum updates and master those “extra curriculum” skills that often separate a passing grade from a high-level performance.

Curriculum Topics Covered:

Defenses vs Weapons
Use of Common Objects
Defenses vs Weapons on the Ground

📋 Who Should Attend?

This seminar is open to ALL levels.

🥗 Fueling for Performance

Please bring snacks for yourself. Avoid “heavy” foods (pastas, greasy fast food, or large meals) that might slow you down. Stick to proteins, fruits, and snacks that provide sustained energy so you can finish the afternoon strong.

👊 Secure Your Spot

Don’t walk into your next test with questions—walk in with confidence. Join us for a couple hours of hard work, technical refinement, and community.

REGISTER NOW

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (4 of 4) – Saturday November 14th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Are you ready to level up? Whether you’re eyeing a new rank or just want to sharpen your Krav Maga foundation, this intensive curriculum seminar is designed for you.

We are stripping back the layers of the KMG syllabus to ensure every student—from P0 to Graduate levels—is moving with precision, power, and purpose.

🔍 What We’ll Cover

This isn’t just another training session; it’s a strategic roadmap for your progression.

KMG Curriculum: KMG is a living system. We will dive into newly introduced techniques from the latest curriculum updates and master those “extra curriculum” skills that often separate a passing grade from a high-level performance.

Curriculum Topics Covered:

Hand Strikes
Kicks
Counter Hand Strikes
Counter Kicks
Ground Breakfalls, Rolls, Movement
Ground – Defenses vs Punches & Kicks

📋 Who Should Attend?

This seminar is open to ALL levels.

🥗 Fueling for Performance

Please bring snacks for yourself. Avoid “heavy” foods (pastas, greasy fast food, or large meals) that might slow you down. Stick to proteins, fruits, and snacks that provide sustained energy so you can finish the afternoon strong.

👊 Secure Your Spot

Don’t walk into your next test with questions—walk in with confidence. Join us for a couple hours of hard work, technical refinement, and community.

REGISTER NOW

Upcoming Events

Community Seminars & Specialized Workshops

Forge Your Skills: Upcoming Training Evolutions

Foundational Monthly Workshops

Forge Your Intuition: The First Friday Women’s Workshop

Specialized Training Evolutions

Valkyrie 2.0 – Monday, June 2nd

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (1 of 4) – Saturday June 13th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (2 of 4) – Saturday July 25th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🔍 What We’ll Cover

📋 Who Should Attend?

🥗 Fueling for Performance

👊 Secure Your Spot

Women’s Self-Defense Workshop 1 on August 1st, from 12 pm to 4 pm

Inviting ALL women to attend. If you can, bring a friend!

Graduate Testing – Saturday Aug 8th (G1+) – 9:00 am to ~3:00 pm

Women’s Self-Defense Workshop 2 on August 9th, from 11 am to 3 pm

Inviting ALL women to attend. If you can, bring a friend!

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (3 of 4) – Saturday September 19th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🔍 What We’ll Cover

📋 Who Should Attend?

🥗 Fueling for Performance

👊 Secure Your Spot

KMG Curriculum Deep Dive (4 of 4) – Saturday November 14th – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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