About
Originally established in 1999, Krav Maga San Francisco has continued to evolve to become a premier self-defense training facility. KMSF has been associated with Krav Maga Worldwide since its inception and is the only authorized school in the Bay Area.
Krav Maga is simple, effective, and built for the real world. Anyone can learn it — fast. With every class, you’ll gain strength, awareness, and the confidence to defend yourself when it matters most.
Our Instructors
Christian Ventrano
Co-Owner, Lead Instructor
- 3rd Dan Black Belt
- Civilian Law Enforcement Instructor
- Krav Maga Instructor Since 2005
Instructor Christian earned his Krav Maga 1st Dan Black Belt in 2009 and has been a Krav Maga Instructor since 2005. He has achieved his 3rd Dan Black Belt in Krav Maga, is certified as a Civil Law Enforcement instructor, and continues to train in other martial arts and self-defense systems. He also teaches fitness & conditioning classes and enjoys endurance events.
Sasha Khlybova
INSTRUCTOR
- Blue Belt
- Expert 1 Instructor
- Instructor Since 2016
Sasha began training Krav Maga in 2004. As an Expert 1 Instructor, she’s evolved to refine her own techniques and share her training experiences with members. Sasha’s passion for Krav is based on the pure effectiveness of this logical self defense system. She runs her own business, and on her Sonoma County farmhouse she corrals 2 boys, a husband, and 11 wolf dogs. If you dare, come to one of her evening Krav Maga Self Defense classes and see if you don’t leave tired, sweaty and happy.