End self-doubt.

Start feeling strong, independent & ready

to protect yourself & loved ones in an emergency.

I'm extremely passionate about empowering all genders on what it actually means to 'fight like a girl.'

— ARI KANTOR

 

Krav Maga Self-Defense with ari

#1 Womxn’s Krav Maga Training in California

Through personalized Krav Maga self-defense training, understand how to respond to violent threats, regardless of your fitness level.

 
 

Notable Certifications

2013 - Krav Maga Civilian Instructor

2024 - Combat Fighting Instructor

2022 - Bachelors of Science, Kinesiology

2021 - Fascial Stretch Therapist (FST)

2014 - ACE-Certified Personal Trainer

Ongoing - CPR/AED/First Aid Certified

 
 

Imagine if…

  • …through low-impact movements.

  • …in the midst of an unpredictable world.

  • …so you could stay empowered and injury-free.

  • …centered on strength, safety, and self-respect.

 

And…

  • Because it is!

  • You deserve this!

  • A sense of community empowers you!

  • Freedom is the goal!

 

Are you ready for this to be your reality?

Ari’s Krav Maga Self-Defense training helps you experience this and more!

 

“My daughter and I learned so much in just one class. You sure know how to pack a punch in the way you move and inspire others to move.”

— CARISSA

 

What you’ll learn during Self-Defense with Ari

 

Krav Maga Self-Defense with ari:

your training for confidently, ethically & safely responding to threatening opponents

 

Ever wonder what it would feel like to walk down the street, travel, or relax in your home with a total sense of physical safety?

Your opportunity is right here, right now.

Krav Maga Self-Defense with Ari is a safe, inclusive space for womxn to train in Krav Maga – a self-defense system known for its real-world applications.

Many womxn assume they can’t do martial arts because of their difficult techniques and athletic demands.

 

We’re here to tell you: You CAN do it!

As a Krav Maga Self-Defense Expert, Stretch Therapist, and wellness advocate, Arielle (Ari) Kantor, invites womxn of all sizes and physical abilities to practice Krav Maga as a path to self-empowerment.

Ari believes the sooner you can start, the better, so you can equip yourself with the mind-body connection required to stay safe and healthy in your daily life.

 

When you become one of Ari’s Krav Maga students…

…you’ll learn specific strikes to throw in life-threatening situations – and so much more.

As you move through the Krav Maga curriculum, escaping emergencies and returning to safety will feel like second nature.

 

Week by week…

…you will see your body as your greatest asset, so you don’t have to only rely on someone or something else to support you!

All the while, you’ll notice a more intuitive connection with your posture, movement, and physical strength.

 

Worried about pushing yourself too far and risking an injury?

This kind of thing matters to Ari, too!

As a Krav Maga expert since 2007, Ari offers all students her professional perspective on injury prevention as a Deep Tissue Stretch Therapist.

 

And guess what!

This womxn-centered curriculum goes beyond traditional Krav Maga techniques and injury prevention.

Ari is proud to say this training allows you to start seeing yourself as unstoppable, so you can break down barriers in all areas of your life.

 
 

Ari is honored to offer California’s top self-defense training for womxn!

Here’s what her students are saying:

 

★★★★★

“Talk about a VIP experience. It’s hands down the best experience we’ve had in martial arts! Me, my daughter, and a friend had not only a blast during the class but gained so much knowledge on how to defend ourselves. Ari is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in her craft and is very welcoming and patient. Highly recommend!”

— ANN

 

★★★★★

“What an amazing class! Ari’s agility, experience and wonderful personality will turn you into a fighting machine in no time flat, all while having the best time of your life. Ari incorporates her knowledge of deep stretching into the class and provides you with an amazing facilitated stretch. It will make you wonder if you’ve just woken up in a brand new body. Five enthusiastic stars!”

— KAI

 

★★★★★

“Ari is a 5-star fitness trainer, krav instructor, healer, therapist, and overall human being! I highly recommend Ari and the impact her positive energy and attitude will have on your life. She is a powerhouse!”

— ALLYSON

 

Is This You?

 

✓ You’re struggling with self-doubt and lack of confidence in your body.

✓ You’re wondering how to defuse a violent situation

✓ Deep down you know you know you could become stronger and more independent

✓ You think you need a weapon to protect yourself against an attacker, but carrying a weapon makes you nervous.

✓ You want to walk through the world with purpose.

 

If this describes you, Krav Maga Self-Defense with Ari is the training for you!

 

How Does It Work?

 

GENTLE & EFFECTIVE INTRODUCTIONS

For your first experience, you’ll start with a 90-minute introductory workshop – valuable for all skill levels and self-defense backgrounds.

REALISTIC TRAININGS

Each training includes hands-on drills that help you stay safe and enhance your environmental awareness. Every movement is based on real-life situations and Krav Maga fundamentals.

POSITIVE FRAMEWORK

Every aspect of this Krav Maga training is built to educate, inspire, and empower. We could all use some extra support in this unpredictable world, right?!

 
 

Krav Maga Self-Defense with Ari is more than a martial arts or self-defense program.

 

Others martial arts & self-defense programs:

  • Sparring: Controlled fighting with your training partners. Making the motions of attack and defense with light contact.

  • All bodies deserve safety.

  • Self-defense training should apply to real life.

  • This is something we have to deal with every day.

  • There’s a way to be proactive and confident without overstepping boundaries.

 
 

Krav Maga Self-Defense With Ari:

  • …while empowering all genders to embrace their strength, self-protection, and natural abilities.

  • It’s okay if you’ve never practiced self-defense or martial arts before.

  • …so you’re not taken by surprise.

  • …so they don’t have to respond to physical threats with fear.

  • …while avoiding legal problems with your strikes.

 
 

By the end of Ari’s training program, you will know how to:

 

✓ Use your intuition to evade danger.

✓ Guide loved ones away from harm.

✓ Enhance your environmental awareness.

✓ Escape San Diego's most common street attacks.

✓ Use nonverbal communication as a defense tool.

✓ Override freeze response.

✓ Optimize your mind-body connection.

 
 

Meet Your Trainer

 

Hi, I’m Ari!

I empower badass beings to feel strong, safe, and powerful, so they can optimize their lives! I’m especially excited to educate, inspire, and help WOMXN find self-empowerment.

If I said you’d be involved in a violent encounter three months from today, what would you do differently between now and then to prepare?

 

If you’re a womxn who isn’t sure how to answer that question…

…I’m in your corner to clear up any confusion around using self-defense in a safe and legal way.

 

My Self-Defense Journey

When I was 18, I completed 2,200 hours of Krav Maga instructor training and became the youngest Krav Maga Self-Defense instructor in the United States.

As I’ve been training in Krav Maga since 2007, I find it important to adapt my martial arts mindset to our current times.

So, I continue to train in boxing, Tai Chi, and Muay Thai, so I can properly support people who are starting their MMA, mobility, or self-defense journeys.

 

While my main offering is Krav Maga Self-Defense trainings…

…I also facilitate lectures, seminars, and hands-on training for agencies, organizations, schools, and companies in San Diego County.

 
 

why do i support womxn?

Womxn (noun) is a gender-inclusive spelling of “woman” that includes cisgender women, transgender women, non-binary individuals, and others who identify with womanhood. People who fall into any of these categories deserve to feel safe and receive training that prevents hazardous encounters.

Do you need financial support?

You can apply for a scholarship to attend Krav Maga Self-Defense With Ari at no cost. Please contact Ari for details.