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Our new guidelines were in place starting June 1st. We would like to thank everyone for following our new rules about masking and vaccinations. There's no change to those rules right now - we still require wearing a mask indoors at all times for those who are not vaccinated. For those who are vaccinated - it is optional, but if you would like to go without a mask, we do need to see your vaccination card. This policy may change if the local county and/or state government requires businesses like ourselves to require masks for all individuals indoors. We will continue to update our guidelines as needed. If you have any specific concerns or questions please do not hesitate to ask us at info@firstdefensekravmaga.com

In the meantime our guidelines for masking are as follows below:

Here at First Defense, the community's health and safety is a priority. We are trying to minimize the transmission and spread of Covid as best to our abilities within our facility and training practices. As business owners it's our Duty of Care. We hope everyone will continue their efforts to help limit the spread of Covid-19.

Congrats to the following:

P3- Emil B., Dave S., Sid R.

P4- Chris Y., Tovah S., Elony M., Michael H.

P5-Winfred D., Dan H., Madeline W.

Moving Forward our ranking system will change slightly with new certificates and patches. We will have an official announcement about these changes once they're in place.

We have an updated Schedule for Fall 2021 beginning Sept. 7th (after Labor Day). Some new changes to the schedule as follows:

You can download a pdf copy of our 2021 Fall Schedule Here , pick up a hard copy at the front desk, or visit our website or APP to see the most current schedule. If you have any questions about the new schedule please contact us at info@firstdefensekravmaga.com

If you have any questions regarding this course or the full program, please contact us at 703-835-9054 or info@firstdefensekravmaga.com.

For Current FDKM members who are on a Full membership tier with us and wish to cross train Jiu-Jitsu but haven't started yet, you'll need to attend the beginners course starting in September. We will continue to offer the Jiu-Jitsu classes as part of your full membership. However, if you didn't take the opportunity to start classes over the summer, you'll now be required to attend the beginners course before joining the open rank classes on the schedule. If you wish to participate in the Beginners course please email Ann, ann@firstdefensekravmaga.com

The Function Jiu-Jitsu Gi's are little backordered at the moment. But if you'd like to pre-order one ahead of time, you'll need to submit your size and or height/weight to us as soon as you can so we can make sure we have one for you when they get here. They are $90 +tax per gi through Function.

You may also purchase a gi online. There are no color restrictions on the gi. An example of sizing is provided in the image to the left. Or you can visit www.rollamongus.com

For those who are participating in the beginners course there are a few "loaner" gi's. The first two weeks of the course beginners can train in athletic gear if they're waiting for their gi's to arrive.

For more information about training jiu-jitsu and or gi's please contact Dave Porter at DavidPorterBJJ@gmail.com.

For those who are interested in trying out some grappling, sweeps, and throws, come try out our Shuaijiao class. This class is offered on Saturdays at 12 pm.

Our Shuaijiao program is included for all FDKM members who are on a full membership. But you don't need to purchase a full Krav Maga membership to participate in just Shuaijiao. You can purchase a 5-class pass for $80. Replenish your passes as you go.

Curious and just want to try out a class? Contact Ann at ann@firstdefensekravmaga.com

to schedule a free trial class.

We are currently not accepting any new enrollments to our Kids, Youth, and Junior divisions. This also includes trial classes for those age groups at this time. We will continue to keep enrollments open for Teens who are 14+.

We will continue to train all of our current Krav Junior members. (Those who are returning from Covid holds may continue as well) Classes will continue as they have been without interruption. The only change that has been made is that the Jr/Teen division class on Wednesday has moved to 5pm on Thursday. (This schedule change will begin after the Labor Day holiday) In the meantime, we are working on making a few adjustments to our Krav Junior program. We are hoping improve the curriculum, progression, and pacing for all of our youngest Krav participants. Once we are ready to launch the new changes, we will notify all current families of the changes.

For prospective families who would like to join our program, please email Ann at ann@firstdefensekravmaga.com You will be placed on a waitlist. We will contact you directly once we re-open enrollments for our Krav Junior Program.

Weather permitting, the Masis are headed to the Maryland Renn Faire. Although the studio is closed for Labor Day, join us if you miss seeing us on a Saturday. We can share some Meade and joust with Turkey legs! more info on this year's Renn Faire can be found at:

Let Ann or Nick know if you plan on joining!