Who we are?

Meet the owner

Hi! I’m Sonny, Director and Chief Instructor of 123 Krav Maga. Martial Arts has always been my passion and way of life since very early age and a student of different arts. I started training in Shito-ryu Karate in Nepal. Later being exposed to Kyokushin Kai (Oyama) Karate, Tae kwon do, JKD, Wrestling, Ninjitsu, Wing Chun, Krav Maga & BJJ.
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Since discovering Krav Maga in 2011, I Have been training and breathing Krav Maga. Over the years, I have trained, travelled and met with instructors from clubs and organisations in UK and aboard including Tomasz Adamcyk, Andrzej Marczak, Jose Manuel Gonzalez to name a few.
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After the passing of the founder Krzysztof 'Kris' Szczepanski in 2018, I have taken the responsibility to keep Kris's legacy alive and move 123 Krav Maga forward into the future. Since then, I have been living and breathing Krav Maga everyday, helping everyday civilian, military, law enforcement and security personnels.

After running 5 different locations for more than 4 years, we finally decided to centralise in Bracknell. In 2022, we got our own private training facility in Bracknell. Since then, we have been helping individuals from local and surrounding areas with their fitness and self-defence goals whilst building a stronger community together.

I understand learning something new can bring some doubt, fear or hesitation, but I too have gone through this stage many times in my martial arts career. When you do take that first step, the rest becomes easy, because you won't be alone. The instructor team and other student will be there to support you along the way.

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Why 123 Krav Maga?

When you train with us, you’re not just learning self-defence β€” you’re joining a supportive, ego-free community that’s committed to helping you grow. Our classes are led by experienced instructors who focus on practical, scenario-based training that prepares you for the real world. Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, improve your fitness, or feel safer in everyday life, we tailor the training to your level and goals. From your very first session, you’ll feel welcomed, challenged, and supported. This is more than just a workout β€” it’s a path to becoming stronger, more aware, and more empowered in every part of your life.

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