Private Classes

Train Smarter. Learn Faster. Private self-defence coaching with certified Krav Maga instructors in Hove.

New to Krav Maga or looking to improve fast? Book a private session with Lewis or Rich and get one-to-one coaching tailored to your level.

Book a Trial

1-to-1 or 2-to-1 • Beginners welcome

Private Coaching

Fast-track your self-defence training with focused private sessions. Just you, your coach and a clear plan. No crowds, no pressure — just progress.

Book a Trial Private Session

Private lessons run throughout the week. Exact availability shows when you book with each instructor.

Why Private Training Works

Everyone comes in with different reasons — feeling unsafe, wanting to learn the basics properly, building confidence after an incident, or just wanting faster results than group classes. In a private session, you’re not trying to keep up with anyone else. It’s tailored to you.

  • You’re new and want a solid, realistic foundation
  • You feel overwhelmed or lost in busy group classes
  • You’ve got specific questions or sticking points that need time
  • You prefer privacy and straightforward, honest coaching
  • You want noticeable improvement in weeks, not months

Book Your Trial

Pick the coach that fits you best, then choose a 1 person or a trial fro 2 people. At the end of your trial, if it’s a good fit, we’ll plan a block of 4 sessions.

Lewis – Head Instructor & Founder at Krav Maga Evolve

Lewis – Head Instructor & Founder

Best if you want the most direct, no-nonsense route to real-world self-defence and fast progress.

  • Teaching Krav Maga since 2014
  • Founder of Krav Maga Evolve (since 2019)
  • Teaches Krav, Kickboxing, Boxing & Muay Thai
  • Known for direct, realistic, honest coaching

Trial sessions with Lewis

Book Trial 1 to 1

Trial Session – £25 • 55-minute private session for 1 student.

Book Trial 2 to 1

Trial Session – £35 • 55-minute private session for 2 students.

If you continue after your trial, blocks of 4 with Lewis are currently £140 (1 Person) or £180 (2 People).

Lewis is the founder of Krav Maga Evolve and one of the UK’s most experienced Krav Maga instructors. After leading International Krav Maga in the UK, he launched KME in 2019 to focus on evolving the system — improving techniques, adapting training, and learning from other martial arts to bring the best to KME.

A certified instructor since 2014, Lewis is also a qualified personal trainer and first aider, and still trains weekly in kickboxing to stay sharp. He’s taught thousands of adults, kids, and women how to stay safe and confident.

If you want the fastest, most effective route to real self-defence, Lewis is where to start.

Rich – Krav Maga Black Belt Instructor at Krav Maga Evolve

Rich – Krav Maga Black Belt Instructor

Best if you like clear structure, friendly coaching and a step-by-step approach that builds confidence fast.

  • Krav Maga Black Belt (2024)
  • 20+ years of kickboxing experience
  • Background in Kung Fu and Jiu-Jitsu
  • Structured, high-energy sessions that get results

Trial sessions with Rich

Book Trial 1 to 1

Trial Session – £20 • 55-minute private session for 1 student.

Book Trial 2 to 1

Trial Session – £30 • 55-minute private session for 2 students.

If you continue after your trial, blocks of 4 with Rich are currently £110 (1 Person) or £155 (2 People).

Rich makes learning Krav Maga clear, fast, and achievable — even if you’re brand new. He became an instructor with Krav Maga Evolve in 2022 and earned his Black Belt in 2024 after years of consistent training and hard work.

With over 20 years of kickboxing experience, plus ranks in Kung Fu and Jiu-Jitsu, Rich brings depth and balance to his coaching. He’s known for being friendly, focused, and committed to helping students improve quickly.

If you want structure, energy and real progress — Rich delivers.

What Students Say

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Catherine Westgate
4 reviews
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Very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable.
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John Bissett
2 reviews
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Amazing classes. Instructor Lewis is fantastic. He really knows his stuff. The techniques are simple and very effective…
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Kelly Acland
3 reviews
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We are a couple who have been having weekly private lessons with Lewis for about 18 months. We have never done any sort of martial art before but were interested in learning a new skill while doing something active. Lewis is extremely patient, tailors the sessions to our individual ability and always keep things varied and interesting. Highly recommend!
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Amit Gupta
6 reviews
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Really friendly and inclusive class. they get you stuck in straightaway! I’d highly recommend this
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Donatas Vasiliauskas
6 reviews
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I would recommend Krav Maga Evolve. Everyone is very welcoming and friendly. Classes are great for fitness and self defence, well balanced, great layering of techniques and combinations. Instructors always acting professional, very helpful and approachable.
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Ash Webster
1 reviews
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If you’re looking to gain skills, stay fit, and have fun, I can’t recommend Krav Maga Evolve enough. I’ve been training with Lewis and Rich for some time now; they are patient, professional, and make every session varied and enjoyable. One week it’s knife defence, the following week ground defence! The environment is friendly, and the students are empathetic and supportive, making it a fantastic place to train. If you’re unsure, try a taster session, you really won’t regret it!
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Holly Maxwell
2 reviews
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My son and I have been learning Krav Maga with Lewis for the last 2 years and we both love it. Lewis has been able to manage our differing abilities seamlessly. A fun way to stay fit whilst also learning self-defence methods and boxing.
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Nicola Rickwood
2 reviews
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Lewis and Rich are both great teachers, my child (10 nearly 11 years old) gets so much out of each session and is always enthusiastic about showing what they learned! Great there is a class in the week as well as the weekend too. Highly recommended
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Kieran Lineham
8 reviews
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I've only been going a short while, but I feel like I've gained a lot already. I was made to feel included from the start, by Richard, Lewis and the other students. Zero ego, 100% fun.
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J H
1 reviews
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Really enjoyable place to train. Lewis is a great coach, friendly but also pushing you to be your best. Would highly recommend!
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Common Questions

Can I skip the trial and go straight to a block of 4? You can but it's much better to do a trial first, check if it's right for you, plus it's cheaper that way.
Do you offer evenings or weekends for privates? Yes, but it really depends on what the instructors already have booked in with other clients, a lot of the evening slots are taken up with group classes. Just click on one of the instructor and it will take you to their calendar and show availability
What happens after my trial? At the end of your trial, we’ll talk honestly about your goals and, if it makes sense, then you can book a block of 4 sessions using the buttons at the bottom.

Ready to Get Started?

Pick your instructor, if its just for you or if it's for you and a friend, book your trial. From there we’ll build a plan that actually fits your life and goals.

Book Your Trial Private Session

Continue With a Block of 4 Sessions

Lewis – 1 Person (£140) Lewis – 2 People (£180) Rich – 1 Person (£110) Rich – 2 People (£155)