INSTRUCTORS & STAFF

Our skilled instructors and curriculum will equip you with the knowledge, training, and conditioning you will need to help guide you through your self-defense journey. 

Darren 

After national wrestling experience from youth through NCAA D1  at UNC-Chapel Hill, and numerous state titles in scholastic, freestyle, and greco roman, Darren discovered Krav in his late 40s: better late than never!  He received his Black Belt through Fit to Fight® out of Charlotte, NC. He is passionate about passing on his love for all things Krav! He and wife Rebecca have 6 kids and 2 grandkids, and own and operate CSDKM.

Scott G

Coming from a background of a traditional martial art like karate, Scott really appreciates the applicability of Krav Maga techniques to self-defense situations. He enjoys engaging with new students to help them become "Hard Targets". If you hear 80s dance hits blasting, you know you’re in Scott’s class! Besides Krav, he enjoys time with his family, playing guitar, hockey and even some tabletop board gaming.

Alex

Alex (27) is a Level 5 Krav Maga instructor with a diverse history of training and simple and understandable approach to fighting and self-defense. At 16, Alex became the youngest Level II Krav Maga instructor in the country, and gained instructor certifications through 4 national Krav Maga federations. He started and ran Evolve Self-Defense & Krav Maga and SOTERA Private Security for several years in Boone, NC, and is currently available for private lessons or group seminars there. Alex is also a talented alternative hip-hop producer and artist!

Aaron

Aaron is a former collegiate athlete who has a passion for the fighting arts, and is committed to helping people gain the combative skills necessary to walk away safely from violent situations. In addition to training Krav Maga, Aaron trains in both Muay Thai and BJJ in order to be as well- rounded a fighter as he can possibly be. His primary love language is tacos and sushi. And he loves all things superheroes. 

Brent

Brent started Krav in 2013 and has been hooked ever since. He’s passionate about providing his students with the proper tools and mindset needed to survive a violent altercation. Outside of Krav, Brent is an outdoors enthusiast who loves hunting, shooting, fishing and spending time with his wife and two boys.

Laura

As a nurse practitioner with a focus on health and wellness, Laura found yoga 15 years ago and was certified as an instructor with 200 hours in 2019. Her awesome daughter Paige is one of our Champions assistants, so Laura joined us in 2021 to add yoga as one of our class offerings. This has been a great help to our students, as yoga increases flexibility and core strength, reduces inflammation, and improves balance - so many benefits that also help reduce the chance of injury in Krav.

Scott P

Scott combines his love of Krav with a passion for teaching students how to defend themselves. He is certified as an Expert Level instructor. Bring an extra shirt and plenty of water. His challenging warm-ups, intense drills, and realistic training scenarios will leave you stronger and better prepared to “get home safe.”

Gary

Gary, an 8 year Marine Corps veteran, started Krav in 2016, quickly advancing to become an instructor. His good vibes, witty energy, dad jokes, and personal attention to details create a unique style that is engaging for all ranges of students. Outside of Krav, he is a systems engineer who likes to spend his time with his wife, son and two pups, and relax on the water.

Rebecca

Rebecca and Darren own and operate CSDKM; Rebecca manages the administration, finances, and customer support for the studio. She is also the Admin & Field Director for Jordan Lewis Missions. In her free time she’s a cellist with the Triangle Community Orchestra and with the cello group, Cellissima; and she’s a mom of 6 and grandmom of 2.

Heather

Heather is our awesome admin assistant - she's probably the one you'll speak to on the phone or by email. She took one of our self defense boot camps to feel safer when out & about with her two children, and has been hooked on Krav ever since! Besides Krav, Heather enjoys spending time with her family, and homeschools her children. She has two very fluffy Malamutes and believes Halloween is a year round event.