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Chris Ruland, Martial Arts Instructor

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Martial Arts and Self Defense in Saint Louis

Chris Ruland

Chris has spent his life working outdoors in the landscape industry and loving physical activity. His passions include raising his children, mountain biking, hiking, fitness, guitar and Krav Maga. Other than raising his children, Krav Maga is by far his favorite activity. He first started his training in early 08 and was addicted right away. From the start, he put in at least three to seven hours a week training. He instantly fell for the highly effective, no nonsense, train under stress approach to Self Defense.

As an instructor he will consistently motivate students to excel in fitness, mental awareness, and the mastering of techniques & combatives so students will be prepared to deal with any violent physical encounter if and when one should happen.

Chris has been privileged to be able to train under instructors who are true to the principles and goals of Krav Maga Worldwide. Instructors who have been trained by the best and were willing to pass on what they had learned. He has recently begun MMA and Jiu-Jitsu training with Brian Mitchell and Danny O’Connor and because of these guys, has a new respect for ground fighting.

He has also attended seminars with Sam Sade- Lead Krav Maga Worldwide Instructor and Jon Pascal- Director of FORCE Training Division for Krav Maga Worldwide.

Classes Taught:

  • Krav Maga, Xtreme Fitness
  • Krav Maga – Phase B Instructor Certified
  • Fit To Fight – Phase A Sparology Certified
  • IDS Level 1 Instructor
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Tim D.

Tim got involved with Krav Maga because on October 1st, 2012, his birthday, he made a promise to himself to change his lifestyle from the sedentary, fast-food laden, pack of cigarettes a day rut he was in to a more healthy and active lifestyle.

 

A little after a month into running and lifting, he found himself becoming bored with it like many others that have switch to XKM. Tim was still motivated, but a lack of variety was frustrating. A quick google search brought up Xtreme Krav Maga & Fitness St. Louis and the rest is history. He was accepted into XKM’s Apprentice Instructor program in February 2014 and was Phase A certified in May 2014 and he hasn’t looked back.

 

“Becoming an instructor has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done, and I love knowing that I’m helping people achieve their fitness and self-defense goals.”

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Rachel A.

“I joined the 6 Week Fitness Challenge February of 2016, in hopes of getting in better shape for my November wedding. I was very apprehensive to invest since I had been a member at another gym for about 15 years. Even though I have played sports and worked out for the majority of my life, I was scared to be the "new" person. I cannot express enough how happy I am to have committed to the 6 week challenge. It was motivating, informative and fun. Being someone who has always worked out, this program mixed up my whole outlook to fitness and nutrition. I saw results that I haven't seen in years!

 

I think the most attractive aspect of the challenge (and the gym in general) is all of the one-on-one attentionyou receive. You're taught how to properly exercise, as well as, make modifications to prevent injuries. Since the challenge is designed to teach the basics of Krav Maga, it gives working out a "purpose". Needless to say, since I loved the challenge so much, I became a member of the gym, tested and received my yellow belt. 
Overall it's been a great experience I've learned a lot, got in the best shape I've been in ( down 16 lbs and 10 inches) and made some pretty cool friends :)”            
Martial Arts and Self Defense in Saint Louis

Shana B.

Results are in!! I completed 6 Week Fitness Challenge.  I’m down 13lbs and 11.5 inches.  I loved the instructors, they are so dedicated to all of us meeting our goals.  I was so excited to sign up after it was over to keep improving and get in better shape.  

 

The paleo meal plan was a life changer, it helped me learn and understand eating clean. It was a challenge for me to step outside of my comfort zone, but so glad I did because the intimidation was gone right away.  I train regularly now and have more confidence in myself than ever before.            - Shana B.

 

Current Progress: Down 13 lbs and 11.5 Inches

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Martial Arts and Self Defense in Saint Louis