In a recent interview, the IDF’s former Krav Maga expert Amir Perets spoke of the personal benefits to his craft. Preparedness and mental strength for challenges, even physical altercations, can help with elements like confidence, perseverance, discipline, and effective decision-making. Fear and lack of such mental strength can have the opposite effect, an issue that is discussed heavily in this week’s Torah portion. In the Torah portion of Shelach, Moses sends out scouts to the Land of Canaan. God …More

Amir Perets is arguably one of the most dangerous men in California. The Israeli-born martial arts trainer is noted for popularizing the Krav Maga technique within the Israeli Defense Forces, a merit that’s forged a successful training center on the West Coast, sparked a career in film and television stunt training, and earned him a place in the Martial Arts Masters Hall of Fame. Jspace recently caught up with the 37-year-old “Master” to talk about the IDF, Hollywood, and why Krav Maga is about …More