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ABOUT US

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Hi, I’m Ainsley - a black belt in Krav Maga and the lead instructor of Direct Krav Maga. 

I’m also a media professional and over the past 15 years have produced and directed entertainment and comedy TV series for broadcasters and platforms including BBC, ITV, Amazon Prime, Spotify, Channel 4. I also specialise in branded content and have created content for brands including; Red Bull, Vodafone, Continental, Currys, Compare The Market, eBay.
I’ve trained Krav Maga for over a decade along with other disciplines including; Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA.
We established DKM as a response to the increasing levels of threats and violence being faced and as a method of training that works for EVERYBODY.
Working as a creative around the UK and internationally, I understand the challenges of our fast paced industries and have witnessed the dangers and threats creatives and professionals face first hand.
Personally, self defence training has had a profound impact on my life. From confidence, to self esteem, to discipline, to helping with mental health wellbeing and physical fitness - the training has made huge improvements to my relationships, friendships and creative career.

At DKM we offer private, semi-private, group and corporate training, offering everybody the opportunity to develop skills at their own pace in an environment that suits them.

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