Academy of self defense instructors
Shayne Herrera
Vanguard Krav Maga® Director, Personal Trainer, Kids Krav Maga, GRIT
James Krause
Personal Trainer, Krav Maga, Kids Krav Maga, Muay Thai Kickboxing, GRIT, Muay Thai HIIT, Box & Bells, Boot Camp.
Andrea Yip
Personal Trainer, GRIT, Boot Camp, Muay Thai HIIT, Kids Krav Maga
Manny Cardenas
Muay Thai Kickboxing, Muay Thai HIIT, Box & Bells, Boot Camp
Welcome to the Academy of Self Defense, where you can learn from some of the most trusted and respected voices in the Bay Area’s self-defense community. Our instructors are not only experienced professionals but also certified trainers dedicated to providing engaging, safe, and effective workouts. Whether you’re seeking a full-body workout or essential self-defense skills, our team is equipped to help you feel confident and prepared in any situation.
At the Academy of Self Defense, we provide a variety of learning options, including in-person, online, and on-demand classes. This flexibility allows you to benefit from our knowledgeable and passionate instructors from the comfort of your home or in our state-of-the-art facility.
All our instructors are highly experienced, thoroughly trained, and certified to ensure you receive the best possible training. Join us and discover the difference that professional instruction can make in your self-defense and fitness journey.