Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Self-Defense and Fitness Training in Fort Myers
New World Defense & Fitness was founded with a vision to create a community-driven space where individuals of all fitness levels can develop practical self-defense skills and achieve their physical goals. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of combined experience in martial arts, fitness training, and personal development. We specialize in Krav Maga, Boxing, Gracie Jiu Jitsu, and Teen Krav Maga programs designed to build strength, confidence, and real-world preparedness. Our approach emphasizes scalable workouts, personalized guidance, and a supportive environment where every member feels valued.We prioritize safety, technical proficiency, and mental resilience across all our classes. With flexible scheduling and a focus on community, we aim to make high-quality training accessible to Fort Myers residents. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures members receive cutting-edge instruction aligned with global standards. By fostering camaraderie and accountability, we help individuals transform their lives through disciplined practice and mutual support.
Services
Krav Maga
Boxing
Gracie Jiu Jitsu
Teen Krav Maga
Self-Defense Seminars
Highlights and features
- We offer certified instructors with decades of martial arts and fitness expertise
- Our programs combine practical self-defense with functional fitness training
- Community-focused environment welcomes all skill and fitness levels
- Proven methodology builds confidence, discipline, and physical capability
- Flexible scheduling with classes tailored for adults and teens
Associations and certifications
- USKMA
- IBJJF
- NRA
What people say
Amazing group of people
Coaches care about students
Great community
Builds confidence
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Krav Maga
Krav Maga combines practical self-defense techniques with high-intensity fitness training. Our certified instructors teach real-world scenarios, striking techniques, and opponent control methods. Programs develop situational awareness, physical conditioning, and confidence for personal safety. Classes accommodate all experience levels with progressive skill development.
Boxing
Boxing classes focus on technical skill development, cardiovascular conditioning, and functional strength training. Participants learn proper striking form, footwork, and defensive maneuvers while improving speed, agility, and mental focus through structured drills and partner work.
Gracie Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Jiu Jitsu emphasizes leverage-based techniques for ground control and submission holds. Our curriculum builds technical proficiency in positional dominance, joint locks, and chokeholds while developing strategic thinking and physical resilience through live sparring sessions.
Teen Krav Maga
Teen Krav Maga programs teach age-appropriate self-defense skills while promoting discipline and confidence. Structured classes improve physical fitness, emotional regulation, and situational awareness through scenario-based training and character development principles.
Self-Defense Seminars
Specialized seminars focus on weapon disarmament techniques, personal safety strategies, and threat assessment. These intensive sessions provide practical skills for high-risk scenarios while reinforcing core self-defense principles in controlled training environments.
People
Fabio Franco Da Silva
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Coach
4th degree black belt trained under Royler and Rolker Gracie at Gracie Humaita Academy in Brazil. Certified IBJJF instructor with expertise in technical Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction and competition preparation.
Christopher Hurst
Krav Maga Instructor
USKMA 2nd degree black belt with specialized certifications in personal safety and firearms instruction. Experienced in tactical training and real-world threat response techniques for civilian and law enforcement applications.
Leah Hassell
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Coach
Certified Gracie Jiu Jitsu instructor and USKMA black belt with CPR/AED certification. Focuses on accessible technical instruction and character development through martial arts training for diverse student populations.
Alexis Acosta
Head Instructor
USKMA 4th degree black belt trained at Israel's Wingate Institute. CrossFit level 2 certified with expertise in Krav Maga, mobility training, and functional fitness programming for martial artists.
Juan Acosta
Program Director
Krav Maga weapons specialist and USKMA 4th degree black belt. Certified personal trainer with additional qualifications in CrossFit, kettlebell training, and sports nutrition for martial arts performance optimization.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Krav Maga, Boxing, Gracie Jiu Jitsu, and Teen Krav Maga programs. Each curriculum focuses on practical self-defense techniques combined with functional fitness training for different age groups.
Do I need prior experience to join?
No prior experience is required. Our instructors assess each member's fitness level and modify workouts to accommodate beginners while providing progressive challenges for advanced students.
What should I expect in a first class?
Your first class includes a warm-up, technical instruction on fundamental movements, and a structured workout. Coaches provide individual guidance while emphasizing proper form and safety throughout the session.
Are classes available for teens?
Yes, we offer Teen Krav Maga classes designed for ages 11-15. These sessions focus on age-appropriate self-defense skills, character development, and physical conditioning in a supportive environment.
What are your facility hours?
We offer classes Monday-Thursday 4PM-8:30PM, Friday 4PM-6:30PM, and Saturday 9AM-12:30PM. The gym is closed on Sundays except for special events or private training sessions.
