Cozy sports center in the middle of Athens that offers various trainings such as cross-fit, yoga, others and the one I have been attending for about one month and a half already - Krav Maga. As a foreigner who decided to stay in Greece for a while without minimum Greek language knowledge I was looking for a place where I can learn some fighting skills and stay in shape. I am around 30 years old, my previous fighting experience were limited and I also have an injured knee. So I was looking for the inclusive place where I can have a lessons taught in English and training program be equally challenging and safe for someone with my precondition. I stumbled on Fortress Krav Maga page on the internet and decided to give it a shoot. I am not missing a single lesson since the day one. Vlasis is a great teacher, attentive to his student needs. We have a group of people of various ages, gender, physical strength, fighting skills and experience. The way how the lessons organized are methodical, challenging and fun. Everything is done to make your body learn and your brain understand. Perfection is sacrificed to common sense of being just good enough to defend yourself on the street in the various situations, including punches, kicks, chokes, hugs, knife and stick strikes. I am writing this review after yet another session, and I have enjoyed every bit of it. If you hesitate, come and try, just one lesson. Chances are you won’t be able to stop :).

Clean, well equipped and professional instruction are the key elements to effective amd successful self defense training. All that is present in abundance here.

Vlasis is a true professional at what he does! We went for a 1 hour session, and Vlasis delivered a custom cross workout. Great gym to train in and support

I attended the women's self-defense course. Excellent experience. I didn't feel uncomfortable for a single moment. Within two hours we have seen several scenarios and I definitely feel prepared if I am faced with an unexpected attack. Thank you Vlasis and Konstantina as well as the rest of the team who were there.

I have been training here for about two months. Very pleased with the conditions of the club and the approach of Vlasis. He is a great fitness trainer, but also he is a very good mentor who feels the needs of students. If you are looking for an opportunity to practice Krav Maga in Athens, this is the best place 🙂

During a digital nomading trip to Athens for 2 weeks I had 8 private sessions with Vlasis - it was an amazing and holistic experience. Each session follows the same structure - warm up with movements that will then be used later, technique, and high energy practice and simulations. I was impressed with my progress as each session built on the previous while learning new skills that are very realistic and practical. Vlasis and Carmen love what they do and this shows in how they interact and tailor the sessions to each student. I would strongly recommend anyone at any level take classes here and I will be back next year!

A big thanks to Vlasis for those trainings. I enjoyed a lot the workout itself, the clean space, the kindness and professionalism of Vlasis. It is a great way to move your body and learning new techniques. Cannot wait to come back during my next visit in Athens.

100% worth it

If you wanna learn self defence, THIS is the place, hands down. Don’t waste your time by looking elsewhere :)

I joined this course when I was Athens just for 15 days. It was a really different experience for me. I pushed my own limits, because I trusted my great teachers and I liked that. I'm happy that, I tried something different than I used to, I met great trainers and team, I spent my time with a nice sport activity, I learned how I can overthrow a person that double size of me:) I hope I will join them again on my next trip to Athens, with my daughter.

My experience at Fortress Krav Maga has been truly transformative. The combination of cross-training and Krav Maga classes has not only improved my physical fitness but has also deeply impacted my mindset and outlook on life. The things I've learned here have changed my perception of the world, making me more aware and sensitive, yet also more focused and productive. The instructors have helped me to connect with my body on a deeper level, enabling me to be braver and face my fears head-on. Thanks to their guidance and support, I've become more committed to my goals and have gained the confidence to push myself beyond my limits. I can't recommend Fortress Krav Maga Team highly enough for anyone looking to not only get in shape but also to grow personally and mentally. Thank you to the entire team at Fortress Krav Maga for this life-changing experience.

Highly recommend personal trainings with Vlasis. I was looking for a gym for a few weeks that I was in Athens, but luckily found his custom trainings. He is very responsive in Google Maps Chat. Just text him if you have any questions.

Good job!

Professional work and awesome instructors. They actually made me like Krav Maga and work out!

(Translated by Google) Very good trainers who try to teach learners to think and act realistically. Value for money! (Original) Πολύ καλοί εκπαιδευτές που προσπαθούν να μάθουν τους εκπαιδευόμενους να σκέφτονται και να δρουν ρεαλιστικά. Value for money!

Really nice technique and makes the femininities really comfortable in this place

Excellent choice for gymnastics and very friendly environment!!!!!

(Translated by Google) Excellent trainer, highly recommended (Original) Εξαιρετικός εκπαιδευτής, συστήνεται ανεπιφύλακτα

(Translated by Google) Excellent trainer! With incredible knowledge of the subject and terribly contagious! I highly recommend him !! Very economical prices. Well done Vlassi - keep it up (Original) Εξαιρετικος εκπαιδευτης! Με απιστευτη γνωση στο αντικειμενο και φοβερα μεταδοτικος! Τον συστηνω ανεπιφυλακτα!! Πολυ οικονομικες τιμες. Μπραβο Βλασση - συνεχισε ετσι😎✊👊

(Translated by Google) Pure art. Teacher with class and plan. (Original) Καθαρή τέχνη. Δάσκαλος με τάξη και πλάνο.

(Translated by Google) I highly recommend the IKMF Fortress Krav Maga in Monastiraki to anyone who wants to deal with Krav Maga. The trainer I have the pleasure to work with, Nikos Vosios, is methodical, patient and with excellent knowledge of the self-defense system he teaches. The school premises are fully equipped both for the muscular strengthening of the trainees and for the various sub-exercises of the system (practice targets, plastic knives, plastic weapons, etc.). (Original) Προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα το IKMF Fortress Krav Maga στο Μοναστηράκι σε οποιονδήποτε ή οποιαδήποτε θέλει να ασχοληθεί με το Krav Maga. Ο εκπαιδευτής που έχω την χαρά να συνεργάζομαι, Νίκος Βόσιος, είναι μεθοδικός, υπομονετικός και με άριστη γνώση του συστήματος αυτοάμυνας που διδάσκει. Ο χώρος της σχολής είναι πλήρως εξοπλισμένος τόσο για την μυϊκή ενδυνάμωση των εκπαιδευόμενων όσο και για τις διάφορες επιμέρους ασκήσεις του συστήματος (στόχοι εξάσκησης, πλαστικά μαχαίρια, πλαστικά όπλα κ.ο.κ.).

Great training and learning experience. Targeted guidance towards specific goals and overall fitness improvement. Totally recommended 🙂

Recommend this club and Vlassis as a teacher/trainer without hesitation. I was travelling in Athens and never tried Krav Maga before but was made to feel very welcome and I learned a lot here in only a week or so -- combination of classes with others and 1:1 training with V. Now I have to find a way to continue learning krav maga when I go home :) I even wrote a Google review for once! Thank you!

I'm in the Boy Scouts and we brought our kids to get an idea of ​​self defense! Today was an amazing experience for the children and for us adults! Between the game and the good mood, the teacher taught us many nice but useful things!