Our Program
At Sentinel Combatives, we are proud to be affiliated with both Israeli Krav International (IKI) and Integrative Defense Strategies (IDS)—two of the most respected organizations in the world of real-world combatives and personal defense.
Our affiliation with IKI provides direct access to authentic Krav Maga instruction straight from Israel, the birthplace of this highly effective and evolving self-defense system. Through IDS, we deliver a fully integrated approach to weapons-based environments, focusing on firearms, edged weapons, improvised tools, and counter-ambush tacticsgrounded in real-life encounters.
Together, these systems form the foundation of our training model, offering students a powerful combination of hand-to-hand self-defense, tactical striking, and weapons integration—all designed for survival under stress.
What We Teach: Practical Skills for Real-World Threats
Our program is designed to equip you with instinctive, adaptable, and effective skills that can be applied under pressure. We prioritize natural movement, rapid threat neutralization, and situational awareness, making our training accessible and effective for all skill levels.
Why IKI Krav Maga?
Israeli Krav International (IKI) emphasizes constant evolution, adapting to the changing threats of today’s world. Unlike rigid, tradition-bound martial arts, IKI Krav Maga is:
- Fluid and easy to learn
- Functional for all sizes, ages, and fitness levels
- Based on real-world application, not sport or tradition
- Continuously updated by Israeli experts with field-tested insights
Why IDS?
Integrative Defense Strategies (IDS) specializes in weapons-based combatives, designed specifically for responsible civilians and armed professionals. IDS brings:
- Firearms and knife defense under pressure
- Force-on-force decision making
- Concealed carry access, retention, and deployment training
- Counter-ambush tactics for confined and entangled environments
This system is the cornerstone of our Weapons Integration training, helping our students gain real competency in today’s unpredictable threat landscape.
Who Can Train With Us?
We welcome students 14 years and older who are ready to take ownership of their personal safety. Our curriculum includes:
- Hand-to-Hand Combat – Defending against strikes, grabs, and chokes
- Weapon Defense – Protecting against knives, firearms, and blunt objects
- Multiple Opponent Strategies – Navigating dynamic, high-threat encounters
- Combat Mindset – Developing awareness, confidence, and rapid decision-making
Beyond Krav Maga: A Comprehensive Approach
While our program is rooted in IKI Krav Maga and IDS methodologies, we enhance it with critical elements from other elite combative systems:
- Urban Combatives – Street-relevant techniques for chaotic environments
- Libre Knife Fighting – Rapid blade offense and defense
- Pekiti Tirsia Kali – Flow-based Filipino weapon and hand-to-hand training
- Bujinkan Ninjutsu – Traditional movement, stealth, and situational control
- TRICOM – Tactical response techniques for law enforcement and military
- Kalah – Brutal, close-quarters survival for extreme violence
Each of these elements strengthens your ability to survive and win, whether in the street, your home, or a weapons-based environment.
Why Choose Sentinel Combatives?
Direct Training from Israel & IDS HQ – Authentic Krav Maga and world-class weapons-based combatives from two premier organizations.
Veteran-Owned and Operated – Our instructors have over 60 years of combined military and defense experience, ensuring realism and credibility.
Family-Focused – We specialize in preparing everyday protectors, not just athletes or professionals.
Real-World Ready – Every drill, tactic, and principle is tested and refined for stress-based, real-life application.
Train With Us in Young Harris, GA
Located between Blairsville, Hiawassee, and Hayesville, NC, Sentinel Combatives provides elite self-defense and preparedness training to the communities of North Georgia and Western North Carolina.
Whether you’re looking to:
- Learn to protect yourself and your family
- Improve your physical readiness
- Develop real skills for unpredictable threats
We have a place for you on the mats.
Contact Information
📞 Call: 828-415-0826
📧 Email: jerry@sentinelcombatives.com | wes@katuahsecurity.com
🌐 Website: www.sentinelcombatives.com
Train with confidence. Fight with skill. Survive with purpose.
Sentinel Combatives – IKI Certified | IDS Affiliated | Veteran Owned