InstructorsKrav

Michael Basch Former Instructor at Alberton Black Belt 1st Dan in Krav Maga *Tenure with Alan*: January 2016*Martial Arts Background* Boxing and Shaolin Wushu Kung Fu

Ethan Durand Former Instructor at Alberton Black Belt 1st Dan in Krav Maga *Tenure with Alan*: August 2019*Martial Arts Background* Boxing for 4 years

Andrzej Jerzy (AJ) Bull Junior Instructor – Alberton Dojo Qualifications:• Krav Maga CQC Level 1 Krav Maga CQC Blue Belt Israeli Krav International Blue Belt AJ, our youngest instructor, began training in April 2024. Despite his youth, he has demonstrated exceptional dedication, discipline, and natural ability — progressing rapidly to the level of Junior Instructor. He brings tremendous energy and enthusiasm to every class, motivating students of all ages, particularly our younger members. AJ shares his personal journey with authenticity and courage: “I joined Krav Maga to feel safe again. I didn’t grow up in a safe area. What Krav Maga gave me was confidence, the ability to feel secure again. I know from personal experience that it truly works; I’ve been in real situations where I was forced to use it. A big thanks to all the instructors who helped me reach a point where I can now go for a walk and genuinely feel safe.” Alberton Dojo

Jason-Dean Daniels Junior Instructor – Alberton & Pheasant Hill DojosQualifications: Krav Maga CQC Level 1 Krav Maga CQC Blue Belt Israeli Krav International Blue Belt Basic Emergency First Aid Responder – NQF Level 2 Jason-Dean, one of our youngest instructors, began training in 2022 and has rapidly progressed to Level 1 Instructor. His dedication, enthusiasm, and passion for sharing Krav Maga’s life-changing benefits make him a valued member of our instructor team. Jason has also shadowed our chief instructor, Alan Mann, extensively, refining his knowledge in technique. Alberton Dojo & Pheasant Hill

Herman Botha Chief Instructor – Krav Maga CQC Academy Groenkloof, PretoriaQualifications: Krav Maga CQC Level 1 Krav Maga CQC Brown Belt A lifelong martial artist and accomplished karate champion, Herman has represented South Africa internationally and won multiple titles, including the All-African Heavyweight Full-Contact Karate Tournament. Since joining the Academy in 2021, he has successfully combined his karate expertise with Krav Maga’s tactical effectiveness, offering a powerful and practical self-defence system to students. Groenkloof, Pretoria Dojo

Duane Daniel Instructor – Alberton DojoQualifications: Israeli Krav International Black Belt 1st Dan Krav Maga CQC Level 3 Israeli Krav International Apprentice Instructor Duane began training in 2020 with the motivation of protecting his family. A qualified Pilates instructor, he combines discipline, physical expertise, and a passion for teaching. He believes it is never too late to embrace new challenges, and his instruction reflects his dedication to equipping students with skills that can save lives. Alberton Dojo

Justin Pierce Instructor – Krav Maga Polokwane Qualifications: Israeli Krav International Black Belt 1st Dan Krav Maga CQC Level 3 Justin’s martial arts journey began with boxing and aikido, before discovering Krav Maga in 2017. Drawn to its practical approach to real-life threats, he trained under Alan Mann and developed into a skilled and committed instructor. His classes emphasise realistic application, confidence building, and disciplined training. Polokwane Wrestling Club – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 17:45–19:00Wayne: 083 442 9492 | Justin: 072 180 1771 | Sonya: 065 723 5706

Anél Fleming Technical Advisor, Instructor, Communications, Sales, Marketing & Personal Assistant to Alan Mann – Alberton & Pheasant Hill DojosQualifications: Israeli Krav International Apprentice Instructor Israeli Krav International Brown Belt Krav Maga CQC Level 3 Instructor Krav Maga CQC Brown Belt Basic Emergency First Aid Responder – NQF Level 2 Anél is the heart of our Academy, serving full-time across multiple key roles, from technical advisor and instructor to communications, sales, marketing, and personal assistant to Alan Mann. When you reach out to us, it’s Anél who will warmly and professionally assist you. With a diverse martial arts background in karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, kickboxing and some firearms training, Anél joined the Academy in 2020. Since then, she has shadowed and trained under Alan Mann for over two and a half years, continuing to work closely with him to refine her technical expertise and teaching methodology. It wasn’t until Anél discovered Krav Maga that she truly experienced empowerment and overcame the lasting effects of PTSD — no other martial art came close. This personal transformation drives her passion for helping others. She is deeply committed to empowering men, women, and teenagers alike, focusing on practical self-defence, confidence-building, and situational awareness both inside and outside the dojo. Alberton Dojo & Pheasant Hill082 494 2670 / 076 538 9187 | anel@learn-krav-maga.co.za

Chief Instructor – Krav Maga Polokwane

Owner & Founder – Krav Maga & CQC Academy
Dojo Locations: Alberton (Johannesburg) & Pheasant Hill (Pretoria) & Private lessons in the comfort of your home!