Aviir
About
We teach Self Defense, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, BJJ and Functional Fitness in NYC.
Our expert instructors work in number of locations and can also come to your home/gym or even meet you at the park on a nice day.
We worked with thousands of people in the past decade who transformed their lives and became a better version of themselves.
We work with all age groups and all levels.
Reach out now to become a better fighter, more fit, stronger, confident and more capable to protect yourself and your family.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I customize the training program of my students according to their personal goals and necessities. I go on a call ahead of the first session. I introduce the basic principles and gradually build up to more advanced and specific skills according to the client's pace of progression. I integrate specific drills and scenarios that match the client's necessity with fun games and challenging exercises.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Raz Chen is an accredited Level Expert 2 Krav Maga Instructor. Born and raised in Israel, Raz trained under Master Gabi Noah and, within four years, completed the Civilian Krav Maga instructor course at Wingate. During his military service as a Kfir Operations Combatant, Raz served in counter-terrorism and urban warfare missions. He became a Senior military Krav Maga instructor and head of the Krav Maga program, where he taught over 10,000 soldiers, including Special Forces in IDF units, including Lotar Counter-Terrorism, the Oketz K-9 unit, and US Marines. Raz wrote and developed combatives curriculum for Kfir. During that time, he also placed first in the IDF Krav Maga championship in 2010.
After his service, Raz moved to civilian training, specializing in counter-terrorism, personal self-defense and assault prevention, active shooter, military and police combative, community protection, and Krav Maga instructor certification. Raz has been featured as a Krav Maga expert on CBS, Telemundo, the NYTimes, and Elite Daily.
Raz is currently a senior instructor for Guardian Self-Defense, nonprofit teaching self-defense in the Jewish community. He also works with Students Supporting Israel in Jewish schools and nationwide campuses. In addition to teaching, Raz is a weekly columnist at Black Belt Magazine, where he has interviewed figures like Olympian Judoka Sagi Muki and Krav Maga Master Eyal Yanilov. He has also contributed to Martial Journal and the Times of Israel.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Single session - 220$
5 pack - 1000$
10 pack - 1800$
How did you get started teaching?
I loved sharing knowledge and helping people experience self-confidence and competence. My coach recommended I take an instructor course to start teaching classes and special seminars after watching me assist with warm-ups and helping new students.
What types of students have you worked with?
Civilians: 4 years old kids and up, teens, adults, elderly people.
Military, police, security personnel, and law enforcement.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Check their experience and credentials and take a class to see how you are connecting with the teacher, feeling is understanding.