The Israeli Martial Arts Academy has been empowering people since 2010.

We teach effective Israeli Hand-to-Hand combat techniques to prepare students for the harsh realities of 21st century violence. Understanding the need for an elite style of “Street MMA”, The Israeli Martial Arts Academy is a distillation of the most effective elements of various martial arts, particularly Krav Maga, Hisardut, Judo, Karate and Jiu Jitsu.

IMAA takes a reality-based approach in all self defense training: from fierce Krav Maga drills, to intensive Karate exercises, to calculated Jiu Jitsu pressure holds. In any given class, you may thwart choke-holds, practice a hip throw, or disarm knife and gun attacks along with body weight fitness training weaved throughout each class.

More than a gym, we are a strong community. Focused on building strength, ability and character, IMAA is committed to a culture of integrity, respect and safety. These classes are intense and command commitment, but whatever your current fitness or ability level, the aim is to build you up – never tear you down (as featured on Black Belt Magazine).

We are located in the Conejo Valley (Westlake Village), convenient to all surrounding Los Angeles and Ventura cities, including: Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks, Calabasas, Malibu, Oak Park and Newbury Park.