Meet Our Team

Alan Mann

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

• Israeli Krav International Master Instructor

• Israeli Krav International Black Belt 4th Dan

• Israeli Krav International Full Instructor

• Basic Emergency First Aid Responder – NQF Level 2

Alan Mann, a retired Special Forces operator, is the first South African instructor certified under Israeli Krav International (IKI). He has completed five Tour and Train programmes in Israel, led by Moshe Katz, Head Instructor of IKI. These tours, known as Moreshet Krav (“Combat Heritage”), form an essential part of Israeli Defence Forces training. They provide historical, cultural, and military insight into the roots of Krav Maga, giving practitioners a deeper understanding of its spirit and application.

Alan has earned the honorary title of Master Instructor through years of dedication, hosting over 15 seminars with Moshe Katz in South Africa and attending more than 30 additional seminars himself. He has trained and mentored numerous black belt students, including:

• Keith Simon (3rd Dan)

• Wayne Zandberg (2nd Dan)

• Duncan Smith (2nd Dan)

• Nirin Ganda (2nd Dan)

• Jotham Broom (1st Dan)

• Ethan Durand (1st Dan)

• Duane Daniel (1st Dan)

• Michael Basch (1st Dan)

• Justin Pierce (1st Dan)

• Craig van Heerden (1st Dan)

With extensive exposure to global hand-to-hand combat systems, Alan brings unmatched expertise to his teaching. His mission is to make Krav Maga accessible to all — whether individuals, families, or those with physical limitations — by instilling confidence, resilience, and the ability to defend against real-world threats.

082 494 2670 / 076 538 9187 | anel@learn-krav-maga.co.za

Wayne Zandberg

Chief Instructor – Krav Maga Polokwane
Qualifications:

• Israeli Krav International Black Belt 2nd Dan

• Krav Maga CQC Level 4 Full Instructor

• Israeli Krav International Apprentice Instructor

A former Special Forces operator; Wayne combines martial arts backgrounds in kickboxing and Aikido with extensive real-world security experience. Having trained with Alan Mann since 2017, he now leads Krav Maga Polokwane with professionalism and passion. Wayne views Krav Maga as more than self-defence — it is a complete system of personal safety, resilience, and empowerment.

Polokwane Wrestling Club, Suid Street – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 17:45–19:00

Wayne: 083 442 9492 | Justin: 072 180 1771 | Sonya: 065 723 5706

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, 17:45–19:00
Wayne: 083 442 9492 | Justin: 072 180 1771 | Sonya: 065 723 5706

Duane Daniel

Instructor – Alberton Dojo
Qualifications:

• 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

Anél Fleming

Technical Advisor, Instructor, Communications, Sales, Marketing & Personal Assistant to Alan Mann – Alberton & Pheasant Hill Dojos
Qualifications:

• 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 Hill
082 494 2670 / 076 538 9187 | anel@learn-krav-maga.co.za

Herman Botha

Chief Instructor – Krav Maga CQC Academy Groenkloof, Pretoria
Qualifications:

• 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

Talita Serfontein

Instructor – Groenkloof, Pretoria
Qualifications:

• Krav Maga CQC Level 1

• Krav Maga CQC Blue Belt

A senior SANDF officer and industrial psychologist, Talita joined in 2022 and quickly distinguished herself in Krav Maga. Her professional focus on trauma and personal development complements her belief that Krav Maga is not just a martial art but an adaptable, inclusive system for everyone. She is dedicated to helping individuals build confidence, resilience, and self-reliance.

Groenkloof, Pretoria Dojo

Jason-Dean Daniels

Junior Instructor – Alberton & Pheasant Hill Dojos
Qualifications:

• 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

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

Ethan Durand