Our 6IX KRAV MAGA Mission
To educate and build people mentally, spiritually and physically, so that in a time of need one will be able to defend and attack with maximum speed and efficiency.
To establish in one a sense of self worth.
To work toward the bringing together of hearts and ending violence around the world between all peoples, irrespective of color, race or religion.
-- Imi Lichtenfeld ( Grand Master)
Our team
CoACH NIKKI
Chief Instructor - Krav Maga & OpFit Programs
Executive Director, 6IX Krav Maga Inc.
Nikki is a soulful creator of life and art, and a relentless seeker. She has over 20 years of martial arts training and teaching experience in a variety of styles and disciplines. She is the former assistant coach to the Canadian International Karate team, and an accomplished amateur and semi-professional open martial arts champion having earned a variety of Canadian national, international and world championship titles.
Education & EXPERIENCE:
She holds a Shodan (First degree) Black belt in Shurite Karate while studying with Master Scott Batey - former head coach of the US Olympic team in karate. As well, Nikki has obtained a Level 1 Defense Tactics Instructor certification with T3 Team Tactical Training and a Level 3 Krav Maga Instructor rank with Krav Maga Alliance. Nikki also holds a black belt in Krav Maga recognized by Krav Maga Mersin and the KAPAP Federation of Turkiye.
She is currently pursuing advanced defense tactics training under the guidance of the leading global expert, and head instructor with the International KAPAP Federation (IKF-Mador), - Amit Himelstein.
Certifications:
Nikki has pursued a variety of professional certifications in the areas of personal health and development including life coaching, breathwork, Hakomi somatic healing therapeutics, meditation and restorative yoga instruction.
"If there is a will - there is always a way."
COACH FREDERIC
Head Instructor - Combat Strike & Fight Programs
Fred is a multi-disciplinary martial artist and professional trainer with over 20+ years of advanced practice, fight and coaching experience across a variety of styles including karate, sanda, kickboxing and boxing.
Fred believes in building a strong, inclusive and family-feel community through martial arts practice and athletics for all levels and all backgrounds. He is a high-energy athlete with an intense and adaptive coaching style who always leads with a positive vibe and smile on his face.
Most recently, he was featured on CBC in recognition of his exceptional self-defense classes focused on the empowerment and safety of vulnerable populations.
Education & EXPERIENCE:
Fred is a certified Boxing Ontario Coach and former golden and silver gloves boxing champion (Toronto). He is also a ranked French national kickboxing athlete.
Fred also holds an affiliation with BUDO Canada.
"I believe sports bring many benefits and values, some of them being discipline, self improvement and self-awareness. It is important for me to give back what I've learned so far through a positive, genuine and generous energy."