CEO, Founder and Specialist – Guruji Franklin Joseph
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๐ Summary / Quick Answer (TL;DR): CEO, Founder & – Guruji Franklin Joseph
With 20+ years of experience, Franklin Joseph, founder of Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru, teaches authentic Israeli tactics to civilians and elite officials, including IAS, IPS, and NSG. His weekend classes and private fast-track programs combine military-grade drills with 22 psychological techniques, helping participants transform fear or freeze responses into sharp, effective self-defense skills. For Group Weekend Classes & Private Fast-Tracks, call Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836 at Wilson Garden, Bengaluru.
The Tactical Journey of Safety Specialist Guruji Franklin Joseph
Specialist Guruji Franklin Joseph is a Social Entrepreneur, Founder, and CEO of the Indian Institute of Strategic Threat-Intelligence Analysis and Combat Tactical Science (IISTIACTS), Dharwad. The primary organisation, IISTIACTS, operates several specialist projects focused on empowering men, women, and children to prevent, avoid, or escape crime, violence, sexual harassment, and sexual abuse. Among these projects are the Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defence Bengaluru Academy, Franklin Joseph Power To Women Corporate Self Defence Workshops, and the Franklin Joseph iTeachiPower.in three-day girl psychological empowerment programme combining Critical Decision Life Safety Skills, Combat Science, and Israeli Military Krav Maga Self Defence Wellness Education CSR Workshops for schools and colleges. Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru trains Israeli military strategies and analytical skills beyond martial arts in Bengaluru, seven days a week, featuring CSR Girls and Corporate Women Self Defence Workshops covering PAN India states through Krav Maga Private Fast-Track Capsules and Krav Maga Group Weekend Classes.
For expert guidance in Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, call Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836.
Advanced Psychological Skills in Krav Maga Bengaluru
Guruji Franklin Joseph integrates specific mental tools into his curriculum to prevent the freeze response during an attack. Mr. Franklin asserts that eighty percent of survival depends on Psychological Strategies and Warrior Mindset. The remaining twenty percent involves Krav Maga Tactics for effective elimination of threat or escape from threat.
- Psychological Skills
- Pro-Active Combat Science
- Guerrilla Hit and Run Methodology
- Neuro-Behavioral Crisis Management
- Warrior Mindset
- Fear Counterinsurgency
- Pro-Failure Conversion Technique
- Critical Decision Life Safety Skills
- Psychological Anti-Stress Conditioning
- Pre-Conflict Situational Awareness
- Threat Perception
- Post-Battle Quick Response
- Stealth and Evasive Tactics
- Verbal Modulation Instructions
- Anti-Freeze Fear Management
- Psychological Skills
- Violence De-Escalation Techniques
- Crime Radar Deterrence Manoeuvre
- Emotional and Critical Balance
- Criminal Profiling
- Pressure Methodology
- Risk Analysis and Management
- Rope and Hammer Combat Fitness
- Tyre Bone Rugged Drills
- Body and Mind Pain Conditioning
- Decrypting Pre-Crime Sequence
- Battle Strength Training
- Pre-Crime Indicator Recognition
- Predator Selection
- Deception Strategy
To master these mental strategies in Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, call Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836.
Authentic Israeli Lineage and Combat Credentials
Specialist Franklin Joseph began his journey in 2004 under the guidance of Dr. Vicky Kapoor, the pioneer who introduced the Israeli system to India. Mr. Joseph earned international certification as a Senior Krav Maga Self Defence Instructor as part of the inaugural 2004 batch. Guruji Franklin Joseph later served as the Regional Director for the International Krav Maga Federation (IKMF) in Bengaluru for five years. His education included training under legendary Israeli masters such as Grandmaster Avi Moyal and Grandmaster Eyal Yanilov.
Additionally, Mr. Joseph undertook rigorous training under Israeli legends and gurus including:
- Indian Guru / Mentor
- Sri Dr. Vickram Kapoor
- Israeli Gurus
- Grandmaster Avi Moyal
- Grandmaster Eyal Yanilov
- Israeli Gurus
- Master Amnon Darsa
- Master Gabi Noah
- Israeli Gurus
- Master Shlomi Moyal
- Master Illias P.
Specialist Franklin Joseph officially founded and operates the Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defence Academy as an independent enterprise with Karnataka locations in Bengaluru and Dharwad.
‘Guruji’ and ‘Dr. Safety’ are honorary aliases awarded by his Krav Maga Bengaluru Self Defence Krav Maga Practitioners out of deep respect. Additionally, Franklin Joseph incorporated the Ninja Kubaton Pressure Points Self Defence Tool into his Krav Maga scenarios to further expand its strategic techniques and tactical applications.
To learn from this authentic lineage in Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, call Guruji Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836.
Franklin Joseph Power To Women Corporate Self Defence Workshops
Throughout over two decades in the field, Mr. Franklin Joseph has supervised and delivered innumerable Power to Women Corporate Self Defence Workshops. These corporate female self-defence seminars have been held across India in cities including Hyderabad, Jaipur, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kolkata. Many women who participated have shared their experiences of studying under Guruji Franklin Joseph and his Krav Maga self-defence methodology. Feedback across these PAN India sessions consistently reports a 95% or higher post-training increase in critical empowerment, mental toughness, and tactical escape readiness, in addition to many uniquely integrated training aspects.
Call Specialist Franklin Joseph for PAN India Corporate Self Defence workshop at +91 7483520836.
Franklin Joseph iTeachiPower.in Wellness Education CSR Workshops for Schools and Colleges
On numerous occasions, Mr. Joseph has been invited as a guest lecturer for the Franklin Joseph iTeachiPower.in three-day girl psychological empowerment programme on Critical Decision Life Safety Skills, Combat Science, and Israeli Military Krav Maga Self Defence Wellness Education CSR Workshops at universities and organisations including:
- Elite Educational Institutions
- National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Tiruchirappalli - Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Bengaluru - Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Tiruchirappalli - Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology and Management
Bengaluru - SIES College of Arts Science and Commerce
Mumbai - SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chennai - Mithibai College
Mumbai - RGIT
Mumbai - Christ University
Bengaluru - Baale Maane N.G.O.
Bengaluru
- Elite Educational Institutions
- Need Base India Rainbow School
Bengaluru - Mikhija Rotary Vocational Training Institute
Bengaluru - Bhajan Lal Foundation N.G.O. (Various School and Colleges)
Haryana - Anne Sakuru Trust N.G.O. (Various School and Colleges)
Visakhapatnam - UnAcademy
Bengaluru - Kristu Jayanti College
Bengaluru - Make A Difference (MAD) N.G.O.
Mysuru - Mount Carmel College
Bengaluru - Women of World (WOW) Trekking Club
Bengaluru - Jain University
Bengaluru
Franklin Joseph founded iTeachiPower.in, a scientifically designed three-day girl psychological empowerment programme on Critical Decision Life Safety Skills, Combat Science, and Israeli Military Krav Maga Self Defence Wellness Education CSR Workshops, specially crafted for school and college students across India. Ms. Krystal Joseph served as one of iTeachiPower.in’s senior instructors and was the youngest Krav Maga Israeli Military Self Defence Instructor in Dharwad, Karnataka.
Call Specialist Franklin Joseph for iTeachiPower.in Girl Self Defence workshops for School and Colleges PAN India at +91 7483520836.
Franklin Joseph’s Award, Achievement, Recommendations, and Clientele
In 2017, the Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defence Academy received the Best Service Excellence Award 2017 from Luxury Travel Magazine, London, United Kingdom (also formally awarded Best Service by LKM, London UK). Mr. Franklin Joseph’s work additionally carries an endorsement from US Department of State OSAC constituents, positioning the Wilson Garden self defence academy among the most internationally credentialled safety training institutions in India.
Franklin Joseph’s professional experience includes serving as an Assistant Instructor with the National Security Guard (NSG) Black Cat Commandos, with a record of training NSG, IAS, IPS, and IRS personnel. Mr. Joseph served as Senior Krav Maga Instructor for IPS, IAS, and IRS probationers at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy in Hyderabad. He additionally trained women officers of the Hubballi-Dharwad Police in his Krav Maga self-defence system.
The United States of America Department of State OSAC organisation’s Indian Women Safety Report 2014 stated: “Franklin Joseph is a good Self Defence instructor that also focuses on psychological empowerment in his workshops.”
The Government of Karnataka presented Mr. Joseph with an honorary plaque at the ThinkBig 2016 Women Entrepreneurs Convention Exhibition in recognition of his sustained commitment to supporting women-owned businesses and their financial stability.
Franklin Joseph’s esteemed clients include Government of India institutions like:
- Goverment Institutions
- Defence Research Development Organisation (D.R.D.O.)
Bengaluru - Israel Consulate General (South India)
with Bangalore Political Action Committee (B.PAC), Bengaluru - Indian Railways Headquarters
Bengaluru - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (H.A.L.)
Bengaluru
- Goverment Institutions
- Indian Railways South Western Division
with Evolve Lives Foundation N.G.O, Hubballi - Bengaluru Police Commissioner Office
with Vanitha Sahayavani N.G.O., Bengaluru - Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner Office
along with Evolve Lives Foundation N.G.O., Dharwad
Over the course of more than two decades, Franklin Joseph workshops have served corporate PAN India clientele including Google, Amazon, NASSCOM, TATA Group, Wipro, Alcatel-Lucent, HP, Ebay-Paypal, APC, HSBC, TNT, Dell, GE, COLT, Harman, CISCO, ABB, Deutsche Bank, ITC Group, Larsen & Toubro, Yahoo, Titan, Syngene, 3M, Procter & Gamble, Qualcomm, Dupont, HCL, IBIS Hotel, Accenture, Infosys, Monsanto, Cognizant, Tavant, NIIT, NESS, Goldman Sachs, Thomson Reuters, Total, and Arvind Mills.
To hire the best for your organisation, call Mr. Joseph at +91 7483520836.
TEDx Speaker on Combat Science by Specialist Franklin Joseph
The TEDx Talk “The Science of Combat” features Specialist Franklin Joseph deconstructing why traditional martial arts fail in real-world scenarios. Mr. Franklin explains that street violence is a premeditated trap rather than a fair contest. He demonstrates how 22 psychological skills can restore decision-making speed during an ambush. Guruji Franklin Joseph proves that surviving a lawless predator requires situational awareness and the abandonment of fair-play assumptions.
In his TEDx talk video, Specialist Franklin Joseph showcases his dark humour, skills, and knowledge of Combat Science with the striking opening line “I See Dead People,” referencing in a roundabout way the lethal consequences of being unprepared against crime. Recognising that crime is a violent unpredictable trap, his Pro-Active Combat Science merges Krav Maga with 22 or more psychological skills to transform fear into elite protection.
To understand the science that Specialist Franklin Joseph preaches, contact the Wilson Garden training centre at +91 7483520836.
Press, TV and New Media Presence of Franklin Joseph
Numerous publications, articles, and educational features have honoured Specialist Guruji Franklin Joseph, highlighting his unwavering dedication to creating safe environments free from sexual assault and criminal behaviour. Mr. Franklin has sustained a particular focus on protecting the well-being and dignity of women and girls from any possibility of harm or threat.
Some of the media features include:
- Happiest Health Magazine: Krav Maga (09 May, 2024) – Read Full Article in Happiest Health Magazine
- The New Indian Express Newspaper: Krav Maga: More than a Martial Arts (27 March, 2015) – Read Full Article in The New Indian Express Newspaper
- Bangalore Mirror Newspaper: Kicking Butt with Krav Maga (08 August, 2011) – Read Full Article in Bangalore Mirror Newspaper
- Deccan Herald Newspaper: With Krav Maga techniques, bruise with glee (31 July, 2010) – Read Full Article in Deccan Herald Newspaper
- Bangalore Mirror Newspaper: Fight to fitness (02 January, 2017) – Read Full Article in Bangalore Mirror Newspaper
- Deccan Herald Newspaper: Smart tactics of Defence (02 September, 2014) – Read Full Article in Deccan Herald Newspaper
- Deccan Herald Newspaper: Five Martial Art Forms to Add to Your Routine (22 February, 2023) – Read Full Article in Deccan Herald Newspaper
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Additionally, Franklin Joseph’s work has been featured across a wide range of media channels:
- Newspapers : Times of India, Hindustan Times, Bangalore Mirror, Deccan Herald, The Indian Express, DNA, and Deccan Chronicle.
- Magazines : Tehelka, 080 Bangalore, Bengaluru Pages, LiveMint.com, GlobalPost.com, and TimeOut Bengaluru.
- Radio : All India Radio, 94.3 Radio One, and 93.5 Red FM Radio.
- TV Media : CNN-IBN, NDTV, ZeeTv, TV9, Swarna News, Aaj Tak, Headlines Today, and Times Today.
To learn more about the media presence of Specialist Franklin Joseph, call +91 7483520836.
Personal Journey: Proof of Mastery Over Paper
In 2004, I faced a highly challenging phase of my life, managing deep personal loss alongside my mother’s sudden cancer diagnosis. Operating then as a tech geek without physical confidence, I carried immense stress. This crossroad led me to explore reality-based Krav Maga in New Delhi to find focus, internal armour, and physical rehabilitation. While only a few paper certificates remain in my physical files today, the internal transformation and tactical survival capabilities can never be taken away.
CEO & Founder of Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru.
To start your own journey with Franklin Joseph in Bengaluru, call +91 7483520836.
Meet Your Specialist ~ Specialist Franklin Joseph
Franklin Joseph offers these safety tools to make crucial information accessible to all. His Bengaluru facility focuses on elite Israeli combat methods to transform vulnerability into confident, strategic defense. Using more than twenty-two psychological techniques, he teaches people of all physical abilities how to overcome the freeze instinct and take decisive action.
Why Choose Krav Maga Specialist Franklin Joseph
Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru redefines personal safety by transforming fear into calculated tactical defense. Real-world threats rely on ambush, mind games, armed threats, and group aggression. Standard self-defense fails when fear paralyzes your body, endangering your loved ones. By combining Israeli tactical methods, realistic combat science, and over 22 psychological tactics, we build automatic reflexes, requiring zero athletic background. Join us to develop an unshakable Warrior Mindset!
- Credentials & Expertise : As a featured TEDx Speaker with more than 20 years of hands-on coaching, Specialist Franklin Joseph has instructed elite units including NSG Commandos, IAS, IPS, and IRS officers. He also pioneered high-impact Anti-Terror Workshops in response to the 26/11 Mumbai strikes and the Pahalgam terrorist incident.
- Anti-Terror Shootout Workshop after Pahalgam attack organised by Specialist Franklin Joseph
- Hindustan Times Newspaper press feature on Krav Maga Anti-Terror Workshop after 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack led by Specialist Franklin Joseph
- Times of India Newspaper press coverage of Krav Maga Anti-Terror Workshop after 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack conducted by Specialist Franklin Joseph
- Franklin Joseph TEDx Talk Speaker Video on the Science of Combat
- Distinctive Methodology : Training is built on mental awareness and the prevention of crime before it occurs. He employs over 22 psychological techniques to mitigate the freeze response.
- Governance : He is the Founder and CEO of both IISTIACTS and the Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Academy.
- Academy Method : The Wilson Garden center teaches “Pro-Active Combat Science.” It is notable for its psychology-based admission process, which limits intake to 7 students monthly.
- Class Site : Krav Maga Group Weekend Classes are located in Wilson Garden.
- Programs Offered : Specialist Franklin Joseph provides several distinct learning paths.
- Pricing : Monthly weekend groups start at โน3800. Single trials are โน1500. Full Capsule 1 is currently โน8800 (down from
โน11800). - Key Demographics : We train children (age 8+), IT pros, expats, and pilots.
- Targeted Workshops : Custom modules are available for students and professionals.
- Social Proof : The academy holds a strong 4.7-star rating on Google.
- In the Press : National news outlets have frequently covered Mr. Franklin’s Combat Science work.
- Independent News : His authority in the field is recognized by various reputable news agencies.
Specialist Franklin Joseph is available for calls from travelers in Bengaluru at +91 7483520836.
Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Training Formats & Overview
Training Programme | Location and Delivery | Pricing Structure | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
Krav Maga Group Weekend Classes | Wilson Garden studio, Bengaluru | From โน3800 per month | Civilians, teenagers aged 8 and above, working adults |
Krav Maga Private Fast-Track Capsules | Client residence or Wilson Garden studio | โน1500 Mini Trial, โน8800 Full Capsule ( | Busy professionals, UPSC, NDA, NEET, and IIT-JEE aspirants |
Corporate Safety Seminars | On-site PAN India corporate facilities | Tailored corporate proposals | Corporate staff, technology enterprises, and leadership groups |
CSR Youth Workshops | Educational institutions across India | Institutional and community grants | School pupils, college women, and youth groups |
To book your preferred training format with Specialist Franklin Joseph, call +91 7483520836 today.
Why Franklin Joseph Krav Maga Training and Workshops Are Different From Martial Arts
Unlike sporting arenas or typical options found when searching for hand to hand combat training near me, the street lacks rules, weight categories, and referees. Franklin Joseph’s tactical training prepares Krav Maga Practitioners for reality by delivering Israeli military strategies and analytical survival skills beyond conventional martial arts in Bengaluru, seven days a week. Real violence is not a fair contest , it is a premeditated trap, and no belt rank or competition record provides immunity against a predator who has already selected their target and chosen their moment.
- The Deceptive Trap : Crime is a violent unpredictable trap in which most street assaults are carefully constructed scenarios designed to eliminate your exit options before you realise you are in danger.
- Sudden Ambushes : Many violent acts are meticulously planned ambushes executed without warning, making Pre-Crime Indicator Recognition the most critical survival skill a person can develop.
- Unfair Variables : Street violence almost exclusively involves hidden weapons or multiple coordinated attackers, not a single fair opponent.
- Irrelevance of Fitness : Criminal predators care nothing about your training background or physical conditioning, and they will never grant you recovery time.
- The Flaw of Prolonged Combat : Conventional group classes often condition practitioners for drawn-out fights. In a real ambush involving weapons or multiple aggressors, prolonged engagement is a fatal miscalculation.
- The Private Advantage : Krav Maga Private Fast-Track Capsules prioritise proactive pre-crime avoidance and simple, rapid escape techniques before any threat escalates. This format uses immediate escape tactics requiring zero cardio, making it exceptionally suited for busy professionals and ambitious UPSC or NDA candidates.
For details on how Krav Maga in Bengaluru differs from sports, call Specialist Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836.
Comparison: Traditional Martial Arts vs. Pro-Active Combat Science
Comparison Factor | Traditional Martial Arts | Franklin Joseph Pro-Active Combat Science |
|---|---|---|
Combat Rules | Governed by strict sport rules, weight limits, and referee stoppages | Zero rules, focusing on unpredictable street violence and sudden ambush defence |
Core Strategy | Scoring points, physical stamina, and sustained physical combat | Eighty percent mental strategy, rapid situational awareness, and twenty percent immediate escape krav maga tactics |
Threat Scenario | Assumes a single opponent in a fair, controlled contest | Prepares for multiple attackers, predatory traps, and concealed weapons |
Psychological Tools | Limited to sporting discipline and tournament conditioning | Over 22 mental skills including Anti-Freeze Fear Management and Pre-Crime Indicator Recognition |
For more information of Krav Maga in Bengaluru, call Specialist Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836.
Krav Maga vs Street Crime = 80% Psychological Strategies and Warrior Mindset, 20% Krav Maga Tactics
Dr. Safety, who is the analytical persona of Specialist Franklin Joseph, states that Krav Maga against street crime is 80% Psychological Strategies and Warrior Mindset to ignite the courage, and 20% Krav Maga Tactics for effective elimination of threat or escape from threat. This framework ensures that practitioners can override the panic that usually accompanies a sudden ambush.
“Building a Warrior Mindset is about the internal decision to protect your loved ones and yourself regardless of the fear you feel.”
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Read about Captain Smit Machchhar | Private Fast-Track capsule training in Bengaluru or other cities
Captain Smit Machchhar provides the ultimate proof of this principle. His Warrior Mindset was dedicated to protecting his plane, his passengers, and returning home to his family. His strategy involved overpowering the attacker by bringing passengers in to help and opening the cockpit door. For years, many dismissed the 80% Psychological Strategies and Warrior Mindset as marketing, but Captain Smit’s actions proved that mental resolve outweighs physical size in a crisis.
Krav Maga Warrior Mindset Transformation Can Happen in Seconds or Take Months
The transformation involves believing in yourself and allowing combat science to guide your mind and body. By following specific Krav Maga techniques, practitioners generate the power to execute life-saving tactics.
- Believing in your own resilience is the first step in the Wilson Garden krav maga self defence academy training.
- Practitioners learn that size and strength are secondary to the strategic mental preparation of the human mind.
- Strengthening the mind can occur in as little as 4 hours during an intensive session.
The Human Mind: Krav Maga’s Strongest Weapon
The desire to protect yourself or others serves as the spark that converts vulnerability into a warrior. Courage and mindset are vital, but without effective tactics like Krav Maga, a successful outcome would be very rare.
To develop your own Warrior Mindset, call Mr. Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836 to join the next session.
Frequently Asked Questions about CEO, Founder and Specialist Guruji Franklin Joseph
Who is Specialist Guruji Franklin Joseph in Indian self-defence education?
Guruji Franklin Joseph is a Krav Maga Specialist and TEDx speaker with over 2+ decades of experience teaching Israeli military strategies and analytical survival skills in Bengaluru.
As the Founder and CEO of Krav Maga Self Defence Bengaluru, he has trained NSG, IAS, IPS, and IRS personnel. He holds recommendations from US Department OSAC constituents and received the Best Service Award from LKM, London UK.
How does Proactive Combat Science differ from regular martial arts?
Unlike combat sports that rely on rules and prolonged fighting, Proactive Combat Science merges physical defence with 22+ psychological skills like like Pre-Crime Indicator Recognition and Anti-Freeze Fear Management.
Statistical studies show that 90% of violent street attacks occur without rules or warning. Hence, our methodology prioritises Israeli Self Defence techniques to counter real-world threats, such as sudden ambushes or multiple aggressors merged with combat science.
Which 22+ psychological skills are featured in Krav Maga Bengaluru self-defence curriculum?
The 22+ psychological skills curriculum deploys Neuro-Behavioural Crisis Management and Criminal Profiling to prevent cognitive paralysis under severe adrenaline stress.
Key modules train practitioners in Predator Selection identification, Guerrilla Hit-and-Run Deception, and the Pro-Failure Conversion Technique to restore decision-making speed within 1.5 seconds of a attack.
Which corporate women’s self-defence workshops are conducted by Specialist Joseph across India?
Power to Women Corporate Workshops are personally led for female employees at major organisations, alongside the iTeachiPower.in CSR initiative designed by Guru Franklin.
These PAN-India sessions across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, or Chennai, deliver 95%+ post-training increase in critical empowerment, mental toughness, and tactical escape training tailored specifically for women and young girls.
Is the Private Fast-Track Capsule suitable for individuals needing rapid personal protection skills?
Yes, the Private Fast-Track Capsule delivers intensive, individualised tactical instruction directly at your home residence or Wilson Garden Krav Maga studio lead by Specialist Franklin.
This accelerated format condenses essential survival strategies into private lessons, providing immediate defensive proficiency without requiring months of regular club attendance.
Begin Your Tactical Safety Preparation with Guruji Franklin Joseph Today
Connect immediately to reserve seats for regular academy streams, specialised corporate training, or premium accelerated private schedules. Transform fear to elite protection now! Stop endlessly searching for krav maga classes near me and start your tactical preparation today.
Weekday Private Fast-Track & Weekend Group Classes (UPSC, NEET, IIT-JEE, NDA, CDS, AFCAT & Doctors, Lawyers & IT Professionals), Corporate & CSR Inquiries National Hotline: 748 3520 836
Summary
Backed by two decades of expertise, Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru founder Specialist Franklin Joseph instructs civilians and top officials (IAS, IPS, IRS, NSG) in practical Israeli combat tactics. Through weekend group sessions and private fast-track modules, he blends military drills with 22 psychological tools, training students to turn panic or freeze reactions into elite defense capabilities. For Group Weekend Classes and Private Fast-Tracks, call Franklin Joseph at +91 7483520836 in Wilson Garden, Bengaluru.
| Group class fee | โน3800 per month (weekend Group Weekend Classes) |
|---|---|
| Group Weekend Classes best for | Adults, working professionals, and fitness enthusiasts looking for structured weekend training |
| Private Fast-Track fee | โน8800 โ โน26400 (Private Fast-Track 1:1 intensive capsules) |
| Private Fast-Track best for | Busy professionals, doctors, lawyers, executives, competitive exam aspirants (UPSC, NDA), NRIs, and expats needing flexible 1:1 custom schedules |
| Wilson Garden timings | Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 AM โ 12:00 PM |
| Wilson Garden address | 7th Cross, Wilson Garden, Bengaluru 560027 |
| Wilson Garden Google Directions | Get Directions to Wilson Garden Hub |
| Kengeri timings | Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM โ 3:30 PM |
| Kengeri address | Good Earth Malhar Resonance, Bengaluru 560060 |
| Kengeri Google Directions | Get Directions to Kengeri Branch |
| Admissions | 7 new admissions per month, after a psychology evaluation |
| Skills taught | 22+ psychological and tactical skills |
| Specialist Franklin Joseph experience | 20+ years or 2+ Decades |
| Credentials | TEDx speaker; trained NSG, IPS and IAS personnel; Ex-IKMF certified; Best Service Award, LTM London UK |
| Anti-terror workshops | Conducted soon after the 26/11 attacks and the Pahalgam terror attack shootout; training featured on the front pages of the Hindustan Times Newspaper and the Times of India Newspaper |
| Phone | +917483520836 |
Krav Maga Bengaluru ~ ‘Unleash your Inner Warrior. Transform. Protect.’
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Be the warrior who never wishes they’d started sooner. Together, we’ll build your reflexes through three simple approaches, lightning-fast tactical responses, psychological threat assessment, and unshakable situational awareness, all within Karnataka’s most trusted self-defence academy. Join our Weekend regular training today or book a specialized Krav Maga Private Fast-Track and become the warrior you were meant to be, your safety and confidence can’t afford another day of delay!
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20+ Years Experience | Trained NSG IAS IPS & Ex-IKMF Certified | TEDx Speaker | Best Service Award, LTM London UK | Recommended by constituents of US Dept. of State OSAC (2014) | Trusted by Google, IIM & NIT | Founder, Krav Maga Self Defense Bengaluru
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Student Reviews
It is essential that we all know how to defend ourselves. For professionals hard pressed for time, this has to be done in as short a duration as possible. Self defence always had interested me. When I went through the options I realised that Krav Maga is the simplest and most practical option for me as it goes straight to the point. The courses by Mr Frank are very practical and are oriented towards what we face in real life.
Franklin Sir's classes are the real deal. I know because I spent years trying out various martial arts. Krav Maga under Franklin Sir goes one step further with capsules for specific situations like dealing with an ATM robbery, a home burglary, etc. But more importantly, he trains you on mindsets.
Mental Training: One of the most valuable aspects of the classes is the mental conditioning. Frank Guruji explains the root causes behind aggression and the urge to fight, and teaches us how to overcome these emotions by accepting our insecurities, building competence, and recognizing that even our insecurities can become a source of strength.
