Absolutely! Most students begin their self-defense journey here at Giborim.

With parental supervision and active engagement from children, we can start classes as early as six years old. At this age, a parent must be present during the class. We recommend scheduling a private at-home session to see if it’s a good fit for your child. For youth ages seven to fifteen, we offer weekly after-school group classes on Wednesdays. Feel free to book a class to give it a try!

Never! We have dedicated students in their 70s and even 80s! Your age should not limit your ability to participate in and learn from our classes. While the classes involve physical activity and some exercise, our instructors and training partners tailor their approach to meet the specific needs of each student. Safety is our number one priority, ensuring that you have fun while continuing to grow and learn with each session.

Yes, of course. We have a women-only class, and partner drills are practiced exclusively between women. We have fixed classes at two orthodox synagogues, so we are accustomed to accommodating students with these needs. 

Occasionally, there is optional contact with our coach for training on certain safety maneuvers or to demonstrate a drill for the class. Coach Kalman consistently reminds the class that contact with the coach is not mandatory and is entirely optional. Students are always encouraged to do what they are comfortable with. We recommend that you come and participate in a class to see for yourself. We also want to emphasize that you can learn a lot just from observing the class.