Self-defence (definition): is a countermeasure that involves defending the health and well-being of oneself from harm. The use of the right of self-defence as a legal justification for the use of force in times of danger is available in many jurisdictions, but the interpretation varies widely.

Our world is beautiful, but can also be very dangerous. Everybody would have encountered a threat or an attack at some stage of their life. Some more than others; some never lived to tell the tale.

We enable everyday people to defend themselves. No man should be threatened or attacked; no woman should be assaulted or raped; no child should be abducted or bullied.

Anyone can become a fighter... defined [a person with the will, courage, determination, ability, or disposition to fight, struggle, resist, etc.]

We help everyday people understand the weapons they posses within; how to use them; when to use them; but more importantly, train with a sense of realism to become effective.

Krav Maga

Hebrew for Contact Combat, Krav Maga is globally recognised as the leading self defence system. It teaches life-skills to help prevent, avoid, deter and deal with violence. Governed by principles, Krav Maga is taught in a unique and comprehensive manner born out of the environment it was developed under in Israel. Practitioners gain knowledge in self protection, situational awareness and combat skills. At Life Athletes we teach our mixed classes in small groups of 4. It enables us to maximise learning whilst maintaining personal attention. Learn more...

Children between the ages of 5-8 years old should enjoy their physical activities. The more fun they have the more they learn. Just like learning how to cross a road safely, we believe self-defence is an essential life skill that must be nurtured from a young age. It isn’t about serious training, but learning what’s important through play. Learn more...

Krav Ninjas
Junior Self Defence

Playground bullying and youth violence are more common during the ages 9-15. That’s why our junior programme focuses on building confidence at an age when innocence starts to erode and the reality of everyday life threats begins to hit home. Parents and teachers cannot be there all the time to offer protection. We help our students develop the necessary awareness and skills to keep themselves safe. Learn more...

Our unique Stay Away programme is a world leader in women-only self defence. Suitable for women of all fitness levels and abilities, no martial arts experience is required. We teach women to recognise common danger scenarios and know what to do and when to do it. We explore the differences between men and women to better understand the differing modes of response. Syllabus includes: intuition, psychology, aggression, awareness and defensive techniques. Learn more...

Women-only Self Protection
Adrenal Self Defence

Adrenal Self Defence is a concept-based personal protection system with a focus on simple techniques, with a very scientific teaching pedagogy intended to get people to control the adrenal rush of flight, fight, freeze when faced with a real or perceived threat against themselves or a loved one. It teaches the students to ‘flip the switch’, and control their adrenal stress response in such a way that they will not be victimised. Learn more...

Bespoke means bespoke… we specialise in one-2-one tuition, small group private training, corporate events and tailored courses. Carpe Diem has been working with several B2B companies and organisations over the last several years to deliver bespoke curriculums onsite and out of it’s own facility in Fulham, London. More importantly, Carp Diem works with individuals in one on one and small group settings to help them overcome their fears and develop. Learn more...

Bespoke Self Defence
Krav Maga

Hebrew for Contact Combat, Krav Maga is globally recognised as the leading self defence system. It teaches life-skills to help prevent, avoid, deter and deal with violence. Governed by principles, Krav Maga is taught in a unique and comprehensive manner born out of the environment it was developed under in Israel. Practitioners gain knowledge in self protection, situational awareness and combat skills. At Life Athletes we teach our mixed classes in small groups of 4. It enables us to maximise learning whilst maintaining personal attention. Learn more...

Krav Ninjas

Children between the ages of 5-8 years old should enjoy their physical activities. The more fun they have the more they learn. Just like learning how to cross a road safely, we believe self-defence is an essential life skill that must be nurtured from a young age. It isn’t about serious training, but learning what’s important through play. Learn more...

Junior Self Defence

Playground bullying and youth violence are more common during the ages 9-15. That’s why our junior programme focuses on building confidence at an age when innocence starts to erode and the reality of everyday life threats begins to hit home. Parents and teachers cannot be there all the time to offer protection. We help our students develop the necessary awareness and skills to keep themselves safe. Learn more...

Women-only Self Protection

Our unique Stay Away programme is a world leader in women-only self defence. Suitable for women of all fitness levels and abilities, no martial arts experience is required. We teach women to recognise common danger scenarios and know what to do and when to do it. We explore the differences between men and women to better understand the differing modes of response. Syllabus includes: intuition, psychology, aggression, awareness and defensive techniques. Learn more...

Adrenal Self Defence

Adrenal Self Defence is a concept-based personal protection system with a focus on simple techniques, with a very scientific teaching pedagogy intended to get people to control the adrenal rush of flight, fight, freeze when faced with a real or perceived threat against themselves or a loved one. It teaches the students to ‘flip the switch’, and control their adrenal stress response in such a way that they will not be victimised. Learn more...

Bespoke Self Defence

Bespoke means bespoke… we specialise in one-2-one tuition, small group private training, corporate events and tailored courses. Carpe Diem has been working with several B2B companies and organisations over the last several years to deliver bespoke curriculums onsite and out of it’s own facility in Fulham, London. More importantly, Carp Diem works with individuals in one on one and small group settings to help them overcome their fears and develop. Learn more...

Krav Maga

Hebrew for Contact Combat, Krav Maga is globally recognised as the leading self defence system. It teaches life-skills to help prevent, avoid, deter and deal with violence. Governed by principles, Krav Maga is taught in a unique and comprehensive manner born out of the environment it was developed under in Israel. Practitioners gain knowledge in self protection, situational awareness and combat skills. At Life Athletes we teach our mixed classes in small groups of 4. It enables us to maximise learning whilst maintaining personal attention. Learn more...

Tiny Ninjas

Children between the ages of 5-8 years old should enjoy their physical activities. The more fun they have the more they learn. Just like learning how to cross a road safely, we believe self-defence is an essential life skill that must be nurtured from a young age. It isn’t about serious training, but learning what’s important through play. Learn more...

Juniors

Playground bullying and youth violence are more common during the ages 9-15. That’s why our junior programme focuses on building confidence at an age when innocence starts to erode and the reality of everyday life threats begins to hit home. Parents and teachers cannot be there all the time to offer protection. We help our students develop the necessary awareness and skills to keep themselves safe. Learn more...

Women-only

Our unique Stay Away programme is a world leader in women-only self defence. Suitable for women of all fitness levels and abilities, no martial arts experience is required. We teach women to recognise common danger scenarios and know what to do and when to do it. We explore the differences between men and women to better understand the differing modes of response. Syllabus includes: intuition, psychology, aggression, awareness and defensive techniques. Learn more...

Adrenal

Adrenal Self Defence is a concept-based personal protection system with a focus on simple techniques, with a very scientific teaching pedagogy intended to get people to control the adrenal rush of flight, fight, freeze when faced with a real or perceived threat against themselves or a loved one. It teaches the students to ‘flip the switch’, and control their adrenal stress response in such a way that they will not be victimised. Learn more...

Bespoke

Bespoke means bespoke… we specialise in one-2-one tuition, small group private training, corporate events and tailored courses. Carpe Diem has been working with several B2B companies and organisations over the last several years to deliver bespoke curriculums onsite and out of it’s own facility in Fulham, London. More importantly, Carp Diem works with individuals in one on one and small group settings to help them overcome their fears and develop. Learn more...

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"Starting Krav Maga was one of the best decisions of my life."

Julia Katharina Klein

"The atmosphere and people are great. There's no sense of superiority."

Will Helliwell

"I love Krav Maga because it is simple yet very effective and learning it with Life Athletes is always rewarding and fun."

Ronnie Kinaadman

"I Feel great and want to achieve more!"

Ana Bapista

"A fun, friendly environment to learn self defence skills that could save your life!"

Mark Harvey

"Huge confidence boost whilst learning great skills for now and for the future."

Laura Nicholson (parent)

"Starting Krav Maga was one of the best decisions of my life."

Julia Katharina Klein

"The atmosphere and people are great. There's no sense of superiority."

Will Helliwell

"I love Krav Maga because it is simple yet very effective and learning it with Life Athletes is always rewarding and fun."

Ronnie Kinaadman

"A fun, friendly environment to learn self defence skills that could save your life!"

Mark Harvey

Unapologetically Carpe Diem

At Carpe Diem (Latin for: seize the day) we are passionate about life. We see ourselves in you. Regular people seeking to improve their quality of life by doing the things they are passionate about. We are not a fight club but we train everyday people to become fighters… to do whatever is necessary to secure their safety and that of their loved ones.

Why not experience a typical Carpe Diem Krav Maga class for yourself. Get to know our friendly club members and understand the principles we follow when teaching. Carpe Diem and Krav Maga makeup a mindset that's worth discovering.

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