Trainers
Andy Gilman
HYBRID KRAV-MAGA PURPLE BELT
Certified HKM General Instructor
Certified KMG General Instructor
Andy has spent over 25 years as a protective security professional.
When Andy discovered Krav Maga he quickly recognised the benefits that the style provided – not only for him personally, but also for those he works and socialises with.
Andy’s Krav Maga journey started with private lessons under Steven Kratsas in 2015 and attendance to regular classes. Andy is regularly seen within the gym as Steven’s Krav Maga partner and visitors regularly can see the two workshopping techniques.
Andy has progressed throughout the ranks from Practitioner level 1 through to Practioner level 5, and after completion of his GIC in 2020 has since received the rank of Instructor Graduate Level 1.
Andy sees the value in Krav Maga, being a reality-based self-defence system, with practical and effective outcomes.
Andy Hopes to be able to pass on his knowledge to Krav Maga to as many people, and instill the confidence and skills a person would require in order to protect themselves, if and when required.
Krav Maga has become an essential pillar in all facets of Andy’s life, and he is eager to share his passion of Krav Maga with others.
EXPERIENCE
- 25+ years in Protective Security
- HKM Certified General Instructor 2024
- Hybrid Krav-Maga Purple Belt 2024
- 9 years of experience in Krav Maga
- KMG Instructor Level G1 under Adam White (Expert Level 3) 2021
- CONTACT Email: contact@sgskravmaga.com.au
BLOGS
Could your Krav Maga training save you in a horror movie? While we hope you never have to test your self-defence skills against a masked villain, the situational awareness and practical techniques taught at SGS Krav Maga could make all the difference in a real-life emergency. It’s Friday night. You...
Picture this: You’re in a dark alley, some aggressive clown is coming at you, and you calmly press a secret spot behind his ear like you’re ringing a doorbell. Boom, he drops like a sack of potatoes, eyes rolling back, completely unconscious. You dust off your hands, wink at the...
At SGS Krav Maga in Sydney, self-defence training isn’t just about punches, drills, and sweat. It’s about mindset, identity, consistency, and growth. Over time, I’ve distilled my personal training philosophy into a set of principles — all beginning with the letter P. These aren’t motivational clichés. They’re practical mental tools...
Sorry not sorry. Bodybuilding is not self-defence. Confusing the two can get you hurt. Let’s say it loud for the guys flexing in the mirror right now: Having a big chest, 20-inch arms, and visible abs does NOT make you good at self-defence.In fact, it can sometimes make things worse....
In a world where confrontations arise unexpectedly, many people cling to hope that staying passive will decrease aggression. They think: “If I just stay calm and don’t fight back, the threat will pass.” “Maybe if I just don’t hit him and I just stay here nicely, he won’t hit me.”...
KRAVMAGEDDON IS BACK. 8 NOVEMBER 2024. Challenge yourself by completing 15 hours of non-stop fighting, self-defence, and grappling training. Starts 8 November 2025 @ 9.00amEnds 9 November 2025 @ 12.00am CLICK TO ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE Kravmageddon returns for the third year running on 8 November 2025. It’s designed to be the...
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is widely celebrated for its effective grappling techniques, leverage, and control in controlled environments. However, the harsh reality of street violence often introduces dangerous variables such as multiple attackers, weapons, and unpredictable tactics—including biting. The following real-world examples involving highly skilled BJJ black belts tragically illustrate how...
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SGS Krav Maga Welcomes Tommy Blom, Head of Hybrid Krav Maga, for His First-Ever Australia Visit From Friday 11 July through Thursday 17 July 2025, SGS Krav Maga will host Tommy Blom—Global Director and Head Instructor of Hybrid Krav Maga—for an intensive HKM Instructor Course, culminating in a public workshop...
Modern children face unique challenges: they’re easily triggered, glued to screens, and often reluctant to move their bodies, which has lead to up to 25 per cent of children in Australia being either overweight or obese. This trend has seeped into self-defence classes, where kids drop out prematurely and miss out...