About
Self-Defense 4 All – Krav Maga & Tactical Conditioning
If you want to become strong, resilient, and able to protect yourself or your family—start here.
At Self-Defense 4 All, we train everyone from beginners to advanced with precision and purpose. Every class builds real-world skill under pressure. Our system is grounded in Krav Maga and integrates Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, biomechanics, and tactical conditioning—engineered for real violence, not martial arts theater.
I was born in Portugal and earned my stripes training under top instructors across Europe. For 16 years, I was an elite athlete on the National Karate Team, competing around the world. I trained under major federations like the FEKM for nearly 20 years. Today, I lead an independent system built to deliver structured, brutally effective results.
With decades of experience in martial arts, biomechanics, and human performance—including work in the space industry—our training is technical, intelligent, and demanding. We take beginners (and all levels) seriously, because day one sets the trajectory.
Located in Cedar Knolls and Morris Plains, New Jersey, we offer Krav Maga classes, courses, and full-spectrum training programs.
Our mission is to build safer lives by promoting the values of diversity, respect, trustworthiness, character, and non-violence. We aim to create a better society—one where individuals are confident, self-aware, and capable of defending themselves and others.
Programs Include:
• Beginner to Advanced Krav Maga
• Women’s Self-Defense
• Knife & Gun Defense Scenarios
• Silver Krav Maga (Age 60+)
• Fight-Ready Conditioning & Fat Loss
• Private & Small Group Training
• 6-Week Warrior Challenge | G-Force Elite Program
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1) Understanding the motivations to do Krav Maga, then
2) Explain why do Krav Maga works, and most important make sure the student is comfortable on initiating classes
3) Confirming that we share nearby values in the idea of Self-Defense being insurance for life.
4) Important to see from where our history comes from and our values of respect and courteous feedback. Krav Maga classes are for people that share strong humanitarian values and will only use it in case of extreme need.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I hold a trainers certificate that allows me to teach Krav Maga in any country in the world, I've trained and developed students and instructors in Portugal, Norway, United Kingdom and the United States. My training in Krav Maga started in 2006 and I've reached the black belt in 2014. Prior to that I've trained Karate for 25 years being in the national team and competed in the European and World Championships. More important for the students is that II proceed also the trainer career being a national trainer of trainers. The pedagogical work is nevertheless ended and I believe that each person brings even more to learn.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Yes, lessons start from a consultation where we define a structure plan for each individual .
How did you get started teaching?
Teaching came as part of learning and being near others that were looking for more guidance, I've always enjoyed giving classes I see it this way, if I'm learning a toolbox that transcends the movement it self into my life this only can be helpful if I make the transmission of knowledge and questions, and of the processes of training.
What types of students have you worked with?
Adults, mean and women from 35 onwards that are looking to learn self-defense, be challenged and are ready to keep their work in a look at getting better everyday.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Paris Martial Arts Festival, due to its widespread look at Martial Arts.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
See the class, the way that people are doing work, avoid any kind of places where the emphasis is on violence and not technique, check that the teacher did at least 5 years of training within one of the key Krav Maga organizations and ask for the certification. Check the curriculum and see/ask for how does it work in a day to day basis. Remember that the class is for you so the teacher is only an instrument to your success, ego should be out of the class.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
How many days a week should I train, what is the plan and progressions, who are your students, what can you expect in 6 months time of practice.