This video set is a great way to keep Krav Maga concepts and combatives fresh in one's mind. In my area there are no Krav Maga training centers, and so I rely on this great video series before and after my training sessions to keep perfecting my kicks and punches. Because so much of Krav Maga is designed to be instinctive, I can usually tell when my combatives are off, and reviewing the relevant method in this DVD series really helps me work through the flaws in my defenses and keep me on track. I am looking forward to more DVD training from David Kahn, as his teaching method is no-nonsense and concise.

Having read David Kahn's books on Krav Maga I was happy to learn that he would finally be releasing this DVD set covering the essential techniques. And it's just what I have been missing. In addition to the illustrations in the books I find it extremely helpful to be able to follow the full range of motion, especially for the more complex compound techniques like control holds, takedowns and groundwork. David is very clear in his instructions and the techniques are shown from different angles which makes it easy to understand how to position yourself and carry them out correctly. Great and comprehensive footage which rotates heavily in my DVD player as I am on my way to becoming a true Kravist.

Simply fantastic. If a picture is worth a thousand words, these dvds are worth millions. Davy teaches Krav Maga with an easy to understand finesse rarely seen in any video on any topic. If you are a student of Krav Maga, these dvds are a must have.

I have had the opportunity to spend Monday afternoons with friends breaking down these techniques and putting them into practice. none of us have official training to date (I plan to in the near future) and yet we had very little trouble putting many of these techniques into practice. we struggled in some areas to pick up on certain martial applications, but this is more due to our limited experience and lack of an instructor. many techniques such as bear hug escapes and elbow/knee strikes were very easy to pick up on. This video will not only give you excellent breakdowns of simple and practical self defense methods, it will help you to think like a kravist as well.

This is a great set of DVDs. I won't go into reviewing all the discs, etc. but will agree with one other reviewer that this is not a hold your hand instructional series. It is NOT a replacement for having a good instructor. A background in any other martial art is extremely helpful. I have been doing martial arts for a long time, not Krav, and have picked up many items that have made my skills better. BTW, it is recommended that you get the books that complement this series. Both books havs a lot of good material that can be read and digested at a slower pace.Lastly, I have to say the price is EXCELLENT value. There is tons of information that makes it well worth it.Have Fun, be safe,Brad BainSelf Defense Instructor: FusionMBS Martial Arts and Fitness

David is a world authority on Krav Maga (the Chief Instructor for the U.S), and is a direct link to true Israeli Krav Maga, as taught by Grandmaster Haim Gidon.Mr.Kahn's DVD is simply excellent. It covers a massive amount of Krav Maga material in a succint, practical and easy to follow fashion.Having spoken to David directly, I can say that he is not only professional and dedicated, but also kind and generous. This reviewer was looking to train through someone with a good heart, and David has just that. You can be assured of being in good, capable hands when you train through this DVD.I cannot recommend this DVD enough - buy it, you'll be glad you did.