Krav Maga is the official hand to hand / hand to weapon tactical system taught to Israeli military & law enforcement agencies. In this seminar Craig Gray will be teaching close quarter combatives regarding protecting self and others. The seminar will address how to defend and escape both unarmed and armed attack scenarios. You'll learn simple concepts and techniques on how to better survive numerous dangerous situations. The seminar will train all three modalities: (1) Stun & Run or Escaping (2) Incapacitating (3) Restrain & Control. You will be introduced to progressive drills, strategies and tactics. This workshop will also discuss the effects of PTSD; the protector/defender mentality; and cross-cultural conflict resolution concepts that are currently being embraced by our military regarding global operations overseas.
In this Month’s workshop you will learn how to defend yourself against a wide array empty hand, knife and firearm threats. You'll learn simple methods on how to better survive dangerous situations. You will be introduced to the Mindset of a Protector and situational awareness. You will learn how to better control an engagement through superior strategy, tactics and technique.
*This Workshop is a Stand-Alone Seminar that is Open to All Levels and Backgrounds.
About the instructor: Craig Gray has over 40 years martial arts experience. He is a certified Krav Maga Black Belt Instructor & licensed Budo Taijutsu teacher. Craig is also an Advanced Verbal Defense & Influence Instructor and a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for numerous law enforcement agencies as well as nationally syndicated Frontlines of Freedom Military/Veteran Talk Radio Show. He is one of five founding instructors with Resolution Group International a conflict resolution training organization developed for the needs of military, law enforcement and businesses. Craig is the head instructor of Ronin Martial Arts Academy, The PeaceWalker Project an organization that teaches conflict management skills to a wide variety of educational, healthcare and security professionals. Craig is also responsible for creating the MCOLES (Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards) approved Krav Maga Self Defense for Law Enforcement Course.
Location: Ronin Krav Maga
1614 Leonard NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Date: Sunday, April 27th - 2025
Time: 10am - 3pm
Cost: $85.00 Preregistration
$99.00 At Event
*The seminar will be conducted in a non-competitive, supportive environment. It is open to all adults ages 16 and older. Civilian, law enforcement and military personnel are encouraged to attend. No experience necessary. All martial arts styles welcome.