Kore Self-Defense & Krav Maga

On July 31st, come out to Kore Self-Defense & Krav Maga and train with Eyal Yanilov for an "Armed Attacks, Armed Threats, and Hostage Situations" seminar!

This 3-hour seminar combines theory and hands-on training to help participants develop essential Krav Maga skills for real-world threats. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this seminar will equip you with practical tools to stay safe, protect yourself and others, and respond effectively to high-risk situations.

➡️ Location
Kore Self Defense
21240 Ashburn Crossing Dr
Suite 140
Ashburn, VA 20147

➡️ Time & Date
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

➡️ What You’ll Learn
✔ Defending against knife attacks and threats
✔ Handling pistol threats and common strikes (dealing with an active aggressor)
✔ Self-rescue techniques in hostage situations involving a pistol or knife
✔ Protecting others in hostage situations
This seminar focuses on key techniques, principles, and real-life scenarios, teaching you how to adapt and apply Krav Maga skills to defend against armed threats and dangerous situations.

➡️ Who Can Join?
This seminar is open to everyone 13+ years old. Whether you’re a Krav Maga instructor or trainee, a seasoned martial artist refining your skills, or even a beginner, this training will give you valuable, real-world knowledge.

➡️ Why Join?
✔ Learn proven self-defense techniques for real-world threats
✔ Train with Eyal Yanilov, one of the world’s leading Krav Maga experts
✔ Gain confidence and mental resilience to handle dangerous encounters
✔ Join a dynamic, supportive training environment with participants of all levels

➡️ About Eyal Yanilov

Eyal Yanilov has been training in Krav Maga for over five decades. He holds the highest rank ever awarded by the system’s founder, Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld), and served as Imi’s right-hand man for nearly 20 years. Imi entrusted Eyal with the mission of transforming Krav Maga from a set of solutions into a structured, tactical system. Since then, Eyal has personally introduced Krav Maga to over 35 countries.

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https://koreselfdefense.com/events/armed-attacks-threats-hostage/

Our First Friday Women's Self-Defense class is July 11th from 7 pm to 8:15 pm.

No classes July 4th/5th.

Enjoy your holiday!

Happy July friends! Take a quick look at what's going on at Kore for July. No new events, just reminders to add onto your summer schedule. 😎

Have a fun and safe summer! See you on

Motivation Monday…

The hardest part is showing up. Discipline starts with showing up, even when you don’t feel like it.

Let’s go Kore Tribe! See you on the mat!

The training you get from 500 Rising reveals, and helps you reconcile, your unknown unknowns in your self-defense instruction for women.

Last night we held our first yoga class taught by yoga instructor and Kore assistant instructor Andrea.

It was a great turnout. If you didn’t get a chance to join us last night, don’t worry because regular yoga classes are on the schedule.

Yoga with Andrea is offered every Wednesday 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm and the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month.

Train at Kore, train in real world dangers, i.e. carjacking. Part of our curriculum is gun defenses. It’s one thing being held at gunpoint when you’re alone, with friends or loved ones. But would you know what to do when you’re caught in your vehicle?

In class a few weekends ago, our students trained in skills to help them maneuver a carjacking scenario.

Krav Maga & Self Defense classes are Monday-Thursday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm and Saturday 10am, Combative Applications Tuesday 7:30 pm and Saturday 11:00 am -12:00 pm

There will never be the right time. You just need to start. And if you never have to use it, perfect.

We have three programs starting in just a few short weeks this month! Be sure to check it out.

Adult (13+) Intro to Krav Maga and Self Defense. Starts June 23rd.

https://koreselfdefense.com/adult-intro/ Introduction to Self-Defense and Krav Maga Course

Kids (5-12) Intro to Krav Maga and Self Defense. Starts June 23rd.

https://koreselfdefense.com/kids-intro/ Kids Training - Introduction to Self-Defense Course

Wonder Woman Training Program (women’s introduction to self defense) starts June 19th.

https://koreselfdefense.com/womens-intro/ Wonder Woman Training - Introduction to Self-Defense Course

And today (June 6th), is the last day to register early for a discount.
Use code: Earlybird

First Friday Women's Self Defense Workshop is this Friday, June 6th at 7:00 PM. First Friday is free to the public and open to even the newest beginner. Classes are taught by 500Rising.org certified individuals, (the groundbreaking international women's self-defense program that got it's start right here at Kore)

In this class, you will gain exposure to:
• Easily adaptable physical skills
• Boundary management
• Situational awareness
• Threat assessment
• Prevention

Kick off your summer with a fun ladies night out and grab your girlfriends, mom, sister, neighbor and other female friends! This is also a great opportunity for upcoming college students.

DETAILS:
Friday. June 6th

TIME:
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

WHERE:
Kore Self Defense

Don’t forget…It is free to attend.

Happy JUNE!! ☀️

There are a lot of great things happening this month! Check out the new 6 week intro courses available for kids, adults and women only starting this month. There is something for everyone!

Feel free to send us a DM, or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

One of the first basic strikes we teach are palm strikes. Same body mechanics as a straight punch, rotating the shoulder and hip to generate power and follow through but you are using the heel (base) of the palm to strike.

This strike would be ideal to use on soft targets such as the face, chin/jaw, or simply their head in general. You are also less likely to injure yourself than with a closed fist.

A palm strike is still an effective strike as it can disrupt the threat and create space between you and the threat and think your next move.