I don't write many reviews but I needed to write this one! I've taken a few different Martial Arts programs in my 64 years on this planet. Tae Kwon Do (TAKE YOUR DO!) Karate, Ect. Coach Ken is an amazing teacher of what I feel is the BEST self defense martial art out there, KRAV MAGA ! Even the higher belt students help each other learn practical methods of defending yourself in real life situations. I love coach Ken's way of teaching us. He explains different techniques in an easy way and his sense of humor is AWESOME! I've been a student of Anaheim Krav MAGA for a few months and I have to tell you, I LOVE IT! It is great for children and adults. Also the monthly fee is VERY Affordable! Do yourself a favor and talk to Coach Ken for a FREE consultation (714) 520-1488 read more

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Great place to learn self defense. Plus you'll get in better shape. Nobody is judged by ability. Each sessions you'll learn something new. Been going almost two years and am a blue belt. I started at 67 so all ages are welcome. You slowly will gain confidence and ability. Make new friends and have a great sense of accomplishment as you proceed. First class is free so you have a chance to see if you like it. All levels are active at most classes. So you'll easily pair up with a person of similar ability. read more

Awesome class, Top instructor , my daughter loves coming to Krav Mega & her self confidence has grown tremendously, all thanks to coach Ken and the crew. We appreciate your hard work and dedication in helping our kids become strong, confident ,respectful individuals. read more

Everyone is very nice and the lessons are very realistic and useful. Boxing gives you a good workout and I made lots of friends there :)

I can't say enough good things about this Anaheim Krav Maga. From the moment I walked in, I felt completely at ease. The atmosphere is welcoming, not intimidating, which is rare in martial arts gyms. The Coach Ken is phenomenal--knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every student's progress. What really stands out is how empowering the training feels. Each class is structured so you can push yourself at your own pace, without ever feeling pressured or compared to others. Whether you're brand new to self-defense or have prior experience, the coach meets you where you are and helps you grow from there. The community here is supportive and encouraging, which makes training something I look forward to instead of something I "have to do." I've left every class feeling stronger, more confident, and more capable. If you're looking for a place to learn practical self-defense in a safe, motivating, and empowering environment, this is it. read more

Instructor /owner is lazy. Doesnt wat to stand up to teach. Also instead of teaxhijg for an hour, he talks for about 20 mins and at the end of the class they play tag or some other non related game to self defense. He also kicked my daughter out before 2 weeks early from prepaid classes. As soon as he found out we wanted to cancel he saud we needed to give a 30 dag notice. Lol un real. This guy is sick and taking advantage of people being afraid read more

Came into Anaheim Krav Maga, hoping to learn self-defense, I had previous experience in Muay Thai for a few years on and off, Taekwondo, and Vovinam. Some similarities make it easier to blend it with Krav Maga. Classes are fun and educational. Most not all students are kind and understanding. Coach Ken is Knowledgeable, patient, kind, passionate, and a bit of a jokester. Coach Allison is knowledgeable, passionate, patient, understanding, and caring. Reasonable prices and schedules. Krav Maga has also helped with my PTSD as an Army veteran. I encourage civilians and veterans to join. Stay, ready so you don't have to get ready! read more

Amazing coach my daughter has learned so much she's gained confidence and self defense techniques

Really enjoy learning from Coach Ken & Coach Allison at Anaheim Krav Maga. Been going to the morning class for about 2 years. The class is very welcoming, and they have students of all ages and levels. I like that it's very practical and that there is an emphasis on both physical training and mental wellbeing. I walk away each class feeling like I've learned something new -- and that I have a better sense of what I need to practice in order to feel more confident defending myself. And it's fun! read more

Coach Ken and Coach Alison are an amazing team. They have great coaches there for Adults and kids. It's family oriented. I always look forward to my training and seeing everyone there. The vibes are great!!! We are all like a big family. I recommend this class to everyone. read more

I have been attending Anaheim Krav Maga for almost 2 years. It is a great place to train, and the staff and students make you feel welcome. Instruction is provided in understandable details. They are very thorough in how to apply the techniques. This is a great place to learn situational self-defense. I highly recommend Anaheim Krav Maga as a friendly easy to learn system that can be customized to your own attributes and abilities. read more

I signed up expecting to learn self defense techniques, but Coaches Ken and Allison have been able to create a positive community in addition to teaching practical self defense techniques. The other students in the class are very supportive of each other, wanting to help each other get better. In addition to the techniques, the coaches also talk about mental awareness, bringing their real world experience to each class. I highly recommend giving the school a try. read more

Classes are very fun and the coaches are genuinely caring. I highly recommend this place! read more

I love this class! The instructors are great and the other members are supportive. I feel much more confident when traveling by myself with the skills I have learned. read more

The community is incredibly supportive and welcoming! The coaches are friendly, extremely skilled, and always willing to help. They will make sure you succeed in learning Krav Maga. read more

Coach Ken is such a great instructor and always happy to help you learn how to kill...ahem...I mean defend yourself from others. Classes fly by and you're always constantly learning something new each time. It's the funnest way to get in a good workout and you're learning something new at the same time. The classes range from beginners to intermediate and expert. I would highly recommend everyone to learn how to defend themselves. The plus is Ken's always got jokes up his sleeve. read more

Our kids have been part of this school for the past 3 years. We absolutely love it! The kids have learned many different skills, not just krav maga but great manners as well .Coach Ken does a great job running his school . Its a great safe environment. Definitely recommend it for both kids and adults. read more

We've been a member for 5 months now with my wife, 12 years old daughter and me. We practice defense scenarios like attempt abduction such as punch, grab hands, front and back strangles, etc... We also practice knife and gun attack situations. The key here Ken stresses is paying attention to your surrounding and people. You have to defend yourself before attacker even get a chance to pull out the weapons. Ken is an awesome coach where he teaches how to survive an attack in real life. The lessons we learned are real life defense situations where we practice and practice until it becomes a reflex because under stressful situations we don't have time to think. read more

Coach Ken is the BEST. The classes are fun and engaging. You work out for an hour and it flies by in what feels like minutes. The classes provide a great workout, practical tools to use in dangerous situations and best of all- a huge boost in confidence you can carry into the rest of your life. Classmates are friendly and helpful and the studio is immaculately clean. You could not ask for a better place to train. read more

Hands down the best Krav Maga in Orange County! The owners are involved in the business and have created a fun learning environment for all ages. Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn self defense. read more

Trained here last year and had a great experience with Coach Ken and the class. When I first met Ken, I was overwhelmed by the Dad jokes (which never stopped BTW) but really appreciated how laid back his teaching style is. I thought I would be expected to do 100 push-ups or crunches on my first day, but this is NOT an ego/sparring gym whatsoever. I would come to Krav sometimes pretty exhausted after my other martial arts class, and the energy here was always much more easygoing. The students taking these classes are all very welcoming and the atmosphere is social. Overall, the classes at Anaheim Krav are very informative and applicable to street situations. I also commend the emphasis on mental preparedness. Ken enjoys talking about the proper mindset in dangerous situations, which is of course equally as important as self-defense techniques. I will miss training here. Classes were always fun! read more

Coach Ken is an authentic man and genuinely cares for the growth of each of his students. Krav Maga is a dynamic self-defense program that has increased my confidence leaps and bounds. From defense against strikes, kicks, guns, knives, and anything you can think of Coach is the person to go to. But remember, what you learn is what like what Coach says....it's only like an insurance policy in case you have to use your training to defend your loved ones, your friends, your neighbors, and yourself... Love you Coach, keep safe, and God bless America. Justin Jin Hyun Oh John 3:16 read more

I love this place. Ken is an incredible instructor and he keeps things fun. I started with no real self defense skills, but after only a few months, my skill set, reactions and ability to respond to a threat, have increased dramatically. I look forward to every class. Larry read more

I became a student here originally because of its location but I stay because of Master Ken. He's truly a great instructor who makes class fun. Although I'll admit that you sometimes wonder why you learn the same moves over and over - you realize after looking back and seeing new people come to learn that same technique and see how much you've improved and perfected that move compared to someone who is new to the class. Realistically, I think any self defense or martial art should be taken for at least a year to become proficient. The people are nice there. You get a good mix of belt levels and working out with different people gives you a different perspective on how certain techniques would work on some but not in others. As soon as you get comfortable, make friends with the upper belts and try to partner up with them for a quicker learning experience because that's when you learn fast. If you're looking for sparring, there's not much here yet but I can see that this school is growing and I'm sure other options would be available if anything. 7pm classes are fun because there are a lot of people but sometimes it's not the best because you don't get the attention. I think the morning classes are a great way to start. They are a new thing and because of it, it's a smaller class. The smaller classes allow you more attention. I highly recommend doing that. That way if you have questions or feel more adventurous (and he believes you're ready) he may introduce more skill sets for you to practice. As a side note, get a heavy bag or workout partner to practice on your off times. read more

Coach Ken has worked hard in keeping up our training during the Covid 19 on Zoom and it has been great. I have learned a lot from his classes and still am. Due to my surgery I had to stay away for a month to heal. I am back now, but taking it slow. I love the sense of humor and the encouragement given. Now Coach Allison is our Zoom trainer and she is as great as her father. The classes are fun and are great workouts as they keep me in shape. I am enjoying the Skill, Spar and Strike sets and still learning new strikes as we go along. I recommend joining so you can learn how to defend yourself in unexpected situations. Also to get a great workout while you learn. Then get a chance to hear some of Coach Ken's encouragements and jokes. Everyone are very friendly and helpful as well. Thank you Coach Ken and Allison for your patience and great work!!! Mel read more

I have been coming here for several years, great coach in Master Ken who is incredibly knowledgeable in Krav Maga one of his specialties and many other disciplines which he is a expert in as well. He incorporates all into a self defense system that applies to street fighting and techniques you can use anywhere at anytime. Want to learn proper way to grapple, box, kick, defend yourself where you will walk away and the attackers will be on the ground wondering what the hell just happened to them.. then this is the place! Come on and join the family! read more

I've been a part of the Practical Martial Arts family for almost a year and I have learned so much! I was hooked from my first class. Master Ken is approachable, knowledgeable and makes the class fun and accessible no matter your level of experience. He teaches not only the self defense moves, but also gives excellent insight on how to avoid dangerous situations all together. In addition, the school offers a great selection of class times, fitting various work/school schedules. I feel blessed to have found a such an excellent instructor, and a great group of fellow students, to teach me how to better defend myself. read more

Ken has been a great coach. The school is very friendly and open. I've been going here for years and I always enjoy a good session

I just started training there last week and I was really nervous to begin the classes but coach Ken and everyone there has made me feel so comfortable and they are very attentive in helping me learn! I'm doing the six week course but I know I'm going to continue training there afterwards! read more

I've been coming here for quite a while now and it is a great place to train and learn. Ken is a great teacher and he wont stop until you are the best in your class. Although he is a class clown kind of guy he is quite serious in his work. And the students there are great as well. I definitely suggest you come here. read more

I was looking for a more 'practical' martial art that I could use if I ever needed to defend myself and hopefully get in shape at the same time. I've tried Tang Soo Do in college for a few months but didn't quite grasp the reason for 'forms' or memorizing a long series of steps, kicks, and punches. The forms are certainly impressive to watch and you feel highly accomplished by doing them correctly, but it just wasn't what I was looking for. I've been with Master Ken now for a year and I've learned so much from him. He's in the Martial Arts Hall of fame, so you know you're learning from someone who knows his stuff! He also really wants you to have fun (he's such a jokester) and learn at the same time. The environment is friendly and very clean (he's such a neat freak), which is a good thing. Have you worked out on sweaty, stinky mats? Gross! Kickboxing is also offered, which I love! I originally just wanted to get a good workout but now I enjoy learning the technical aspect of kickboxing. Master Ken gives you pointers on your form and technique so it's not just a calorie burning workout. Right after the kickboxing class, the Krav class is offered. This is where you will learn how to defend yourself. You'll learn striking, kicking and ground techniques. He talks about the mind set you need to have when defending yourself as well as the mindset of attackers. We've also touched on knife and gun defense. There are quite a few ladies in the class now. So ladies, you don't have to worry about working out with just men if you feel intimidated or uncomfortable grappling with them. I encourage my friends and family to learn self defense, if not here, anywhere they feel comfortable, even just for a few months. EVERYONE should learn how to defend themselves! read more

Master Ken works so well with kids and I am so happy that my nephew Colin gets to learn from him. I'd recommend him to any parents looking to help their kids protect themselves. read more

I had two years prior experience in Taekwondo. I went here for six months. After, Coach Ken said I couldn't continue unless I did everything everyone told me. That would've removed all of my independence in class. read more

Learn at your own pace, no pressure. Great vibe and atmosphere, no judgement, teacher and students are always happy to teach and work with everyone. Great place to work out while at the same time learn self defense. read more

Joining Anaheim Krav Maga has been one of the best gifts I've ever given myself. Coach Ken is so knowledgeable and knows how to work with all individuals and teach them in ways unique to their level and/or capacities. On top of being a great teacher, he is a really down to earth guy who genuinely cares for all of his students. During all of the COVID restrictions, he never skipped a beat. He made sure to continue classes via Zoom and offered individual sessions for those who wanted extra help. He has also seamlessly communicated with everyone so that we were always up to date with any changes in the phases of opening and how that would reflect in the ways he holds the classes. I love love love that place. read more

I have been at this school for the past year and couldn't be happier! Coach Ken and Coach Allison (his daughter) have created an amazing atmosphere where everyone not only has fun, but learns from each other practical ways to address potentially dangerous situations. I appreciate the learning environment and camaraderie. read more

Ken Winegarnrler, is the best instructor. He is patient and really knows the Krav Maga techniques. I've learned the Krav Maga basics and also some hard defense techniques so I can protect my self in any situation. I am always learning. I feel much more confident and a lot stronger after taking Krav Maga with Ken. read more

I have been with Master Ken for a year and a half. I have trained in martial arts most of my adult life: Aikido 5 years; Tae Kwon Do 2 years; Ninjutsu 1 year; Combat Jujitsu 2 years; Brazilian Jujitsu 2 years; Muay Thai Kickboxing 2 years; Krav Maga 3 years. I have trained in military combatives with Military Police trainers and Police CQC trainers. I am a Police Officer in an area of LA where going hands-on is a daily occurrence. The training I receive under Master Ken tops all of my previous experiences for the following reasons: 1. Master Ken not only knows what he is teaching, but he has used what he teaches. He knows what works and what doesn't. It is a system based on reality. 2. Master Ken makes sure that the training atmosphere is about learning and improvement. It isn't about ego or hurting your partner. 3. Master Ken pays close attention to his students and adjusts and customizes the training to the needs of his students. This has been of great importance to me. Master Ken has a great deal of experience training law enforcement and will adjust the technique and training so as to better prepare me to do my job. 4. As a competitive athlete, and now amateur boxer, the workouts are still challenging and push my cardio and muscle endurance. In addition to this, there is a great deal of emphasis on technique. Master Ken strikes a very good balance between conditioning and skill development. 5. It is practical. It is street fighting. It is realistic. I have used it, both in the ring and on the streets. It works. 6. The cost is very affordable. As a Police Officer and life-long martial arts practitioner I highly recommend this studio. Master Ken is a rare find in the martial arts, MMA addicted environment. read more

I started training with Master Ken a couple of years ago and I knew right away that I found my new martial arts home. The new facility looks great and all the students are a pleasure to train with- no attitudes. You get the opportunity to train with 20 Year Black Belts and novices alike. Men and women of all body types work out together to create real life scenarios. Krav/Kung Fu San Soo is so different from my previous training, but I love the real life defense part of it. Master Ken has so much knowledge and experience and even in his conditioning Kickboxing class, you receive real training and not just cardio/conditioning. Small class sizes give you individual attention. Good price too. read more

Since the first time I went to check out the class, I can't remember a night I didn't find it both fun and valuable. Coach keeps the environment lighthearted and enjoyable without sacrificing the intensity and value. He teaches a very practical aspects of the martial arts, nothing crazy or unusable in the real world. Definitely suggest! read more