Krav Maga Federation - Israeli Martial Arts and Self-Defense

Krav Maga is the official self-defense system of the Israeli Defense Force and is used by many other elite combat units and law enforcement around the world. In the 1970s, Krav Maga was adapted for civilian use. It is a martial art that anyone can use, regardless of size, strength and fitness, and is the ideal art for use on the street, a place where no rules exsist. Krav Maga emphasizes simple and practical techniques, real life scenarios and intense training. Practitioners learn to defend themselves against multiple attackers, sticks, knives and guns. Proper training requires physical and mental concentration and commitment.

Rhon Mizrachi's Krav Maga Federation schools produce the highest caliber instructors who adhere to the most stringent standards of teaching and training. In a time when unqualified practitioners dilute the style for financial gain and recognition, this is crucial. The instructors of the Krav Maga Federation share a commitment to the true art of Krav Maga: to properly educate fighters and to respect what the art represents to the State of Israel and its people. KMF remains true to the principles of Krav Maga founder Imi Lichtenfeld, which include following a belted system whereby new material and new techniques separate ranks from White through Black Belt.

Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, has dedicated his life to the art of Krav Maga. He has been training for almost 40 years, resulting in his having trained with Grandmaster Haim Zut longer than any other student. He has spent almost 25 years teaching Krav Maga, and is the highest ranking Krav Maga instructor residing outside of Israel who is not self-ranked. Rhon has received each of his belts from his teacher, Grandmaster Zut.
Read Rhon's full bio here.

Peter Muldoon is from Ireland and has been involved in martial arts for over 20 years, beginning with his training in boxing at the age of 10. Since that time Mr. Muldoon has participated in a number of martial arts prior to Krav Maga, the main focus on Judo. He trained for a period of ten years, competing extensively and winning amateur All-Ireland titles. Mr. Muldoon received his 3rd Dan Black Belt in 2003, 2nd Dan Black Belt in 2001, and his 1st Dan Black Belt in 1998 from Haim Zut-President of Krav Maga International in Israel. He has been a certified Instructor since July 1998, certified by both Wingate Institute in Israel and Krav Maga International. He currently teaches at Krav Maga Inc. in New York. His interests include freestyle sparring which he enthusiastically pursues using his eclectic martial arts background to adapt to any given situation. Mr. Muldoon also teaches classes specializing in chokes, strangles, arm locks and groundwork, drawing on elements from both his Krav Maga and Judo backgrounds. Mr. Muldoon was a founding member of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, Inc. an organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide Self- Defense training for the general community.

Katrina Reynolds is the highest-ranking female Krav Maga instructor and the highest-ranking female student (Dan 2) in the United States who is recognized by the Wingate Institute in Israel. Mrs. Reynolds received her Black Belt (Dan 1) in 2001, (the first woman in the entire Krav Maga Federation, both in the US and Israel) and her Black Belt (Dan 2) in 2008 from Grandmaster Haim Zut. She began her training under Rhon Mizrachi (Dan 5) in New York City and still proudly trains with him whenever possible, traveling to NYC regularly. Mrs. Reynolds teaches at The University of Utah for students of all levels as well as privately. She is certified by The Wingate Institute, the most prestigious institution of physical fitness and health related education in Israel, and Krav Maga International-Kapap in Israel. Katrina was a founding member of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, (now the Krav Maga Federation) an organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide self-defense training for the general community. She also crosstrains in Muay Thai.

Dror Bikel began training in Krav Maga in Israel in 1987 and continued with Master Rhon Mizrachi in New York in 1994. He obtained his Instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut and the Wingate Institute in 1998. Dror obtained his black belt from Grandmaster Zut and Master Uri Refaeli in 2004, and his 2nd Dan in the summer of 2008 while training in Israel. He is a founding member of the Krav Maga Federation, and has been appointed as its President. He has also trained in boxing with Michael Olijide at the Kingsway Boxing Center and currently teaches at Krav Maga Inc. in New York.

Matthew Suroff began his training in 1993 at the age of seventeen when he started boxing at the PAL in Westbury New York. In 1995 Matt started training in Krav Maga under Master Rhon Mizrachi in N.Y.C.. He obtained his Instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut and the Wingate Institute in 1998. He obtained his black belt from Grandmaster Haim Zut and Rhon Mizrachi in 2001. Matthew teaches classes for students of all ages and levels, as well as privately. Matthew is Vice President of Sock Bandit Productions, Inc., a Production, Publishing and Management Company in NY and LA.

Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Frank Colon teaches classes for students of all levels and ages, specializing in private training sessions for middle-age and senior citizens. He has been certified as an Instructor by both the Wingate Institute (Israel's National Center for Physical Education and Sport) and Krav Maga International since July 1998. Frank currently holds the rank of black belt, received in 2003 from Grandmaster Haim Zut, President of Krav Maga International in Israel, and his teacher, Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5. Frank is a founding member and former Vice-President of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, Inc., (AAKMI) a not-for-profit organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide Self-Defense training for the general community. Frank is certified in Adult CPR and First Aid by the American Red Cross Association. With 35 years of practical experience, Frank is also certified to teach Yang Style Tai-Chi Chuan. He also currently trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as a member of the Alliance BJJ team of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Frank is a professional musician, with credits on over 100 record albums. He is also a PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Divemaster. To learn more about Frank and KMF in Brazil, please visit kravmagabrazil.com

Ed Maisonet began training in Krav Maga early 2003 under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi. Ed began teaching Krav Maga early 2005 under the supervision of Rhon Mizrachi at Krav Maga Inc (John Jay College, NYC). In 2005 Ed Maisonet opened Krav Maga Staten Island while continuing his Krav Maga Training. Ed brings with him a lifetime of paying attention to detail while growing up on the Lower Eastside of New York City. Ed served in the United States Navy and participated in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Ed has worked as an armed guard with the responsibilities of protecting people, currency and property. As well as working as a personal driver/bodyguard for several high profile clients in the NYC area. Most importantly, Instructor Maisonet has demonstrated a unique ability to positively affect the students in his class. He has exceptional charisma on the training mat, and has the ability to communicate material and technique in an accessible and often entertaining manner. His students are challenged appropriately, and leave his classes inspired for the next class. Significantly, Instructor Maisonet has demonstrated the priority that the Federation places on maintaining safety in all classes. In August, 2008 Ed tested for and received his Black Belt in Israel from Grandmaster Haim Zut, Uri Refaeli, Dan 8, Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, and Meni Mehabad, Dan 3. To learn more about Ed, please visit LifeDefenseInc.com

Piotr Tuznik, Dan 1, emigrated from Poland at the age of 13. Once here, he began training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, and Katrina Reynolds, Dan 2. Peter's superior physical talents allowed him to excel at Krav Maga, and the fighting style appealed to him. As he continued his training, Peter's commitment to both his teachers and the Art of Krav Maga grew. Because of his values and beliefs( that we have the right to aggressively defend ourselves, and with that ability comes the responsibility of protecting our family and community), Rhon's commitment to his student also deepened. Peter completed an Instructor course taught by Rhon, and began his training as a Krav Maga Instructor. This path ultimately led Pete to Israel during the 2008 KMF trip. During the training in Israel, Peter, like many students of Rhon's, demonstrated in front of the Professional Committee the high level of proficiency and skill that he possesses in Krav Maga. His knowledge of the details in Krav Maga material of all levels and his ability to demonstrate this knowledge quickly and aggressively allowed him to successfully complete the grueling Black Belt test (Partnered with Ed Maisonet, Krav Maga Staten Island). This exam was presided over by Grandmaster Haim Zut,Dan 10, Head of the Professional Committee Uri Refaeli, Dan 8, Meni Mehabad, Dan 3, and in front of his teacher Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5. As Pete's skills as both a practitioner and teacher of Krav Maga continue to develop, so too does his understanding of the values held by his teacher and this Federation. To learn more about Pete, please visit Brooklynkravmaga.com

Tony Racciatti is the Chief Instructor at the Krav Maga Contact Combat and Contemporary Fitness Center in Ramsey, NJ as well as his Krav Maga school in Bellville, NJ. He has been a private student of Rhon Mizrachi since 1996, and regularly hosts seminars taught by Rhon for both the law enforcement and civilian communities. Tony completed the instructor's certification course under Grandmaster Haim Zut in 2000, and took part in the KMF summer training in Israel in 2008. In the summer of 2009, Tony's school was chosen to host the Instructor course given by his teacher Rhon Mizrachi. Mr. Racciatti has a previous background in Shotokan Karate and street fighting under Kazumi Tabata and Sensei Joseph Lepore. Tony studied Kubotan with the Defense Tactics Institute and under John Peters. For more information visit www.kravmaganj.com

Terry Ciancio was born in Chicago and raised in New York City. Previously active in Judo and Tae Kwon Do, he has been training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi since 1991. Mr. Ciancio was certified to teach by the Wingate Institute and Krav Maga International in July 2003, and he has been teaching students of all ages and levels since. In addition to his group classes, he is available for private instruction. Mr. Ciancio's free time is spent in the pursuit of all things extreme, including motorcycle racing, mountain biking and downhilling, and snowboarding. Mr. Ciancio was drawn to Krav Maga beceause of the logic of the system and he continues to be inspired by its practical and effective techniques.Currently teaching at the Sol Goldman Y.

Alicia Mandelkow began studying Krav Maga with Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi and Katrina Reynolds, Dan2 in 2004. She is a certified Krav Maga Instructor, having successfully completed an Instructor's course given by Rhon Mizrachi. Alicia received her Brown Belt from Grandmaster Haim Zut during the 2008 summer trip to Israel. Currently she teaches Krav Maga at the 14th Street Y, women's seminars at 25th Street, and privately to individuals and groups of varying ages. Alicia continues to train with Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi in preparation for her black belt and to further her ability as a Krav Maga instructor of the KMF. Other interests include motorcycling, parkour, rock climbing, trap shooting, and Shakespeare.

Cory Bragar has over twenty years of martial arts experience. She began studying Taekwondo at age 7 and eventually opened her own Taekwondo school. After studying both Taekwondo and Hapkido, she began her study of Krav Maga in 1997, under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi. In 2003, Cory received her instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut, President of Krav Maga International and head of the Krav Maga Federation. Cory is the coordinator of the Krav Maga children’s program and teaches classes for students of all ages, specializing in children’s classes. Cory is also a graduate of Harvard Law School and the Director of Standardized Testing at Ivy Link, an educational company providing tutoring and admissions counseling services.

Vladimir Zolottev has dedicated himself to the continuous development of character through the martial arts for more than 20 years. Born in Romania, Vladimir started his training in Shotokan Karate at the age of 13 under Shihan Aurel Patru and Sensei Marian Patru. Within 3 years, Vladimir became one of the youngest members of the National Karate Team of Romania. Vladimir successfully competed with the National Romanian Karate Team at competitions throughout Europe, and the United States. Vladimir holds numerous awards, including First Place awards in Shotokan Karate at National, European and World levels. Vladimir also holds awards in Tae Kwon Do. In June, 2008, Vladimir began training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi and Instructor Ed Maisonet in N.Y.C. Due to his innate talent, understanding of the human body and martial arts, Vladimir was accepted into the Krav Maga Instructor Course taught by Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi in August, 2009. He successfully graduated the course and has been authorized by the Krav Maga Federation to teach Krav Maga at his Martial Arts School, KI Martial Arts, in Tuckahoe, NY. Vladimir is a gifted athlete and an exceptional instructor. At the age of 16 he was chosen as an assistant instructor to the Romanian National Karate team, and has been passionately teaching ever since. His intensive competitive training experience has brought him an intuitive understanding of concepts of movement, position, and Krav Maga techniques. To learn more, visit KiMartialArtsUSA.com.

In the United States, the Federation has three partners: Rhon Mizrachi, Grandmaster Zut's representative, Dror Bikel, President of the Federation, and Eve Gold, Managing Partner. The schools that make up the Federation are strongly tied to each other. Instructors and students have bonded to Rhon, their teachers and each other by the years spent training. These relationships are the reason that the KMF functions as a family, and will ensure the protection of the art in the future.

The Federation is not a franchise and does not participate in any licensing agreements. It does not offer Instructor Certification Courses to non-Federation students or accept "donations" in exchange for rank. A full instructor degree requires a black belt ranking from the Federation and the completion of a KMF Instructor Course.

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	Krav Maga is the official self-defense system of the Israeli Defense Force and is used by many other elite combat units and law enforcement around the world. In the 1970s, Krav Maga was adapted for civilian use. It is a martial art that anyone can use, regardless of size, strength and fitness, and is the ideal art for use on the street, a place where no rules exsist. Krav Maga emphasizes simple and practical techniques, real life scenarios and intense training. Practitioners learn to defend themselves against multiple attackers, sticks, knives and guns. Proper training requires physical and mental concentration and commitment. Rhon Mizrachi's Krav Maga Federation schools produce the highest caliber instructors who adhere to the most stringent standards of teaching and training. In a time when unqualified practitioners dilute the style for financial gain and recognition, this is crucial. The instructors of the Krav Maga Federation share a commitment to the true art of Krav Maga: to properly educate fighters and to respect what the art represents to the State of Israel and its people. KMF remains true to the principles of Krav Maga founder Imi Lichtenfeld, which include following a belted system whereby new material and new techniques separate ranks from White through Black Belt. Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, has dedicated his life to the art of Krav Maga. He has been training for almost 40 years, resulting in his having trained with Grandmaster Haim Zut longer than any other student. He has spent almost 25 years teaching Krav Maga, and is the highest ranking Krav Maga instructor residing outside of Israel who is not self-ranked. Rhon has received each of his belts from his teacher, Grandmaster Zut. Read Rhon's full bio here. Peter Muldoon is from Ireland and has been involved in martial arts for over 20 years, beginning with his training in boxing at the age of 10. Since that time Mr. Muldoon has participated in a number of martial arts prior to Krav Maga, the main focus on Judo. He trained for a period of ten years, competing extensively and winning amateur All-Ireland titles. Mr. Muldoon received his 3rd Dan Black Belt in 2003, 2nd Dan Black Belt in 2001, and his 1st Dan Black Belt in 1998 from Haim Zut-President of Krav Maga International in Israel. He has been a certified Instructor since July 1998, certified by both Wingate Institute in Israel and Krav Maga International. He currently teaches at Krav Maga Inc. in New York. His interests include freestyle sparring which he enthusiastically pursues using his eclectic martial arts background to adapt to any given situation. Mr. Muldoon also teaches classes specializing in chokes, strangles, arm locks and groundwork, drawing on elements from both his Krav Maga and Judo backgrounds. Mr. Muldoon was a founding member of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, Inc. an organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide Self- Defense training for the general community. Katrina Reynolds is the highest-ranking female Krav Maga instructor and the highest-ranking female student (Dan 2) in the United States who is recognized by the Wingate Institute in Israel. Mrs. Reynolds received her Black Belt (Dan 1) in 2001, (the first woman in the entire Krav Maga Federation, both in the US and Israel) and her Black Belt (Dan 2) in 2008 from Grandmaster Haim Zut. She began her training under Rhon Mizrachi (Dan 5) in New York City and still proudly trains with him whenever possible, traveling to NYC regularly. Mrs. Reynolds teaches at The University of Utah for students of all levels as well as privately. She is certified by The Wingate Institute, the most prestigious institution of physical fitness and health related education in Israel, and Krav Maga International-Kapap in Israel. Katrina was a founding member of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, (now the Krav Maga Federation) an organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide self-defense training for the general community. She also crosstrains in Muay Thai. Dror Bikel began training in Krav Maga in Israel in 1987 and continued with Master Rhon Mizrachi in New York in 1994. He obtained his Instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut and the Wingate Institute in 1998. Dror obtained his black belt from Grandmaster Zut and Master Uri Refaeli in 2004, and his 2nd Dan in the summer of 2008 while training in Israel. He is a founding member of the Krav Maga Federation, and has been appointed as its President. He has also trained in boxing with Michael Olijide at the Kingsway Boxing Center and currently teaches at Krav Maga Inc. in New York. Matthew Suroff began his training in 1993 at the age of seventeen when he started boxing at the PAL in Westbury New York. In 1995 Matt started training in Krav Maga under Master Rhon Mizrachi in N.Y.C.. He obtained his Instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut and the Wingate Institute in 1998. He obtained his black belt from Grandmaster Haim Zut and Rhon Mizrachi in 2001. Matthew teaches classes for students of all ages and levels, as well as privately. Matthew is Vice President of Sock Bandit Productions, Inc., a Production, Publishing and Management Company in NY and LA. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Frank Colon teaches classes for students of all levels and ages, specializing in private training sessions for middle-age and senior citizens. He has been certified as an Instructor by both the Wingate Institute (Israel's National Center for Physical Education and Sport) and Krav Maga International since July 1998. Frank currently holds the rank of black belt, received in 2003 from Grandmaster Haim Zut, President of Krav Maga International in Israel, and his teacher, Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5. Frank is a founding member and former Vice-President of The American Association of Krav Maga Instructors, Inc., (AAKMI) a not-for-profit organization created to promote Krav Maga and to provide Self-Defense training for the general community. Frank is certified in Adult CPR and First Aid by the American Red Cross Association. With 35 years of practical experience, Frank is also certified to teach Yang Style Tai-Chi Chuan. He also currently trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as a member of the Alliance BJJ team of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Frank is a professional musician, with credits on over 100 record albums. He is also a PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Divemaster. To learn more about Frank and KMF in Brazil, please visit kravmagabrazil.com Ed Maisonet began training in Krav Maga early 2003 under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi. Ed began teaching Krav Maga early 2005 under the supervision of Rhon Mizrachi at Krav Maga Inc (John Jay College, NYC). In 2005 Ed Maisonet opened Krav Maga Staten Island while continuing his Krav Maga Training. Ed brings with him a lifetime of paying attention to detail while growing up on the Lower Eastside of New York City. Ed served in the United States Navy and participated in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Ed has worked as an armed guard with the responsibilities of protecting people, currency and property. As well as working as a personal driver/bodyguard for several high profile clients in the NYC area. Most importantly, Instructor Maisonet has demonstrated a unique ability to positively affect the students in his class. He has exceptional charisma on the training mat, and has the ability to communicate material and technique in an accessible and often entertaining manner. His students are challenged appropriately, and leave his classes inspired for the next class. Significantly, Instructor Maisonet has demonstrated the priority that the Federation places on maintaining safety in all classes. In August, 2008 Ed tested for and received his Black Belt in Israel from Grandmaster Haim Zut, Uri Refaeli, Dan 8, Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, and Meni Mehabad, Dan 3. To learn more about Ed, please visit LifeDefenseInc.com Piotr Tuznik, Dan 1, emigrated from Poland at the age of 13. Once here, he began training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5, and Katrina Reynolds, Dan 2. Peter's superior physical talents allowed him to excel at Krav Maga, and the fighting style appealed to him. As he continued his training, Peter's commitment to both his teachers and the Art of Krav Maga grew. Because of his values and beliefs( that we have the right to aggressively defend ourselves, and with that ability comes the responsibility of protecting our family and community), Rhon's commitment to his student also deepened. Peter completed an Instructor course taught by Rhon, and began his training as a Krav Maga Instructor. This path ultimately led Pete to Israel during the 2008 KMF trip. During the training in Israel, Peter, like many students of Rhon's, demonstrated in front of the Professional Committee the high level of proficiency and skill that he possesses in Krav Maga. His knowledge of the details in Krav Maga material of all levels and his ability to demonstrate this knowledge quickly and aggressively allowed him to successfully complete the grueling Black Belt test (Partnered with Ed Maisonet, Krav Maga Staten Island). This exam was presided over by Grandmaster Haim Zut,Dan 10, Head of the Professional Committee Uri Refaeli, Dan 8, Meni Mehabad, Dan 3, and in front of his teacher Rhon Mizrachi, Dan 5. As Pete's skills as both a practitioner and teacher of Krav Maga continue to develop, so too does his understanding of the values held by his teacher and this Federation. To learn more about Pete, please visit Brooklynkravmaga.com Tony Racciatti is the Chief Instructor at the Krav Maga Contact Combat and Contemporary Fitness Center in Ramsey, NJ as well as his Krav Maga school in Bellville, NJ. He has been a private student of Rhon Mizrachi since 1996, and regularly hosts seminars taught by Rhon for both the law enforcement and civilian communities. Tony completed the instructor's certification course under Grandmaster Haim Zut in 2000, and took part in the KMF summer training in Israel in 2008. In the summer of 2009, Tony's school was chosen to host the Instructor course given by his teacher Rhon Mizrachi. Mr. Racciatti has a previous background in Shotokan Karate and street fighting under Kazumi Tabata and Sensei Joseph Lepore. Tony studied Kubotan with the Defense Tactics Institute and under John Peters. For more information visit www.kravmaganj.com Terry Ciancio was born in Chicago and raised in New York City. Previously active in Judo and Tae Kwon Do, he has been training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi since 1991. Mr. Ciancio was certified to teach by the Wingate Institute and Krav Maga International in July 2003, and he has been teaching students of all ages and levels since. In addition to his group classes, he is available for private instruction. Mr. Ciancio's free time is spent in the pursuit of all things extreme, including motorcycle racing, mountain biking and downhilling, and snowboarding. Mr. Ciancio was drawn to Krav Maga beceause of the logic of the system and he continues to be inspired by its practical and effective techniques.Currently teaching at the Sol Goldman Y. Alicia Mandelkow began studying Krav Maga with Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi and Katrina Reynolds, Dan2 in 2004. She is a certified Krav Maga Instructor, having successfully completed an Instructor's course given by Rhon Mizrachi. Alicia received her Brown Belt from Grandmaster Haim Zut during the 2008 summer trip to Israel. Currently she teaches Krav Maga at the 14th Street Y, women's seminars at 25th Street, and privately to individuals and groups of varying ages. Alicia continues to train with Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi in preparation for her black belt and to further her ability as a Krav Maga instructor of the KMF. Other interests include motorcycling, parkour, rock climbing, trap shooting, and Shakespeare. Cory Bragar has over twenty years of martial arts experience. She began studying Taekwondo at age 7 and eventually opened her own Taekwondo school. After studying both Taekwondo and Hapkido, she began her study of Krav Maga in 1997, under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi. In 2003, Cory received her instructor certification from Grandmaster Haim Zut, President of Krav Maga International and head of the Krav Maga Federation. Cory is the coordinator of the Krav Maga children’s program and teaches classes for students of all ages, specializing in children’s classes. Cory is also a graduate of Harvard Law School and the Director of Standardized Testing at Ivy Link, an educational company providing tutoring and admissions counseling services. Vladimir Zolottev has dedicated himself to the continuous development of character through the martial arts for more than 20 years. Born in Romania, Vladimir started his training in Shotokan Karate at the age of 13 under Shihan Aurel Patru and Sensei Marian Patru. Within 3 years, Vladimir became one of the youngest members of the National Karate Team of Romania. Vladimir successfully competed with the National Romanian Karate Team at competitions throughout Europe, and the United States. Vladimir holds numerous awards, including First Place awards in Shotokan Karate at National, European and World levels. Vladimir also holds awards in Tae Kwon Do. In June, 2008, Vladimir began training in Krav Maga under Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi and Instructor Ed Maisonet in N.Y.C. Due to his innate talent, understanding of the human body and martial arts, Vladimir was accepted into the Krav Maga Instructor Course taught by Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi in August, 2009. He successfully graduated the course and has been authorized by the Krav Maga Federation to teach Krav Maga at his Martial Arts School, KI Martial Arts, in Tuckahoe, NY. Vladimir is a gifted athlete and an exceptional instructor. At the age of 16 he was chosen as an assistant instructor to the Romanian National Karate team, and has been passionately teaching ever since. His intensive competitive training experience has brought him an intuitive understanding of concepts of movement, position, and Krav Maga techniques. To learn more, visit KiMartialArtsUSA.com. In the United States, the Federation has three partners: Rhon Mizrachi, Grandmaster Zut's representative, Dror Bikel, President of the Federation, and Eve Gold, Managing Partner. The schools that make up the Federation are strongly tied to each other. Instructors and students have bonded to Rhon, their teachers and each other by the years spent training. These relationships are the reason that the KMF functions as a family, and will ensure the protection of the art in the future. The Federation is not a franchise and does not participate in any licensing agreements. It does not offer Instructor Certification Courses to non-Federation students or accept "donations" in exchange for rank. A full instructor degree requires a black belt ranking from the Federation and the completion of a KMF Instructor Course.