Master Alain Cohen — Professional Biography & International Career
Who Is Master Alain Cohen
- 6th Dan Black Belt in Krav Maga
- KMF- AC Worldwide Federation Head Instructor
- Member of The Commission of The Wingate Institute
- MMA & BJJ Instructor
- Israeli Ministry of Defense Supplier
- Counter-terrorism Instructor
- Close Protection Instructor
Krav Maga Master | International Martial Arts Educator | Author | Founder of KMF-AC
Alain Cohen is a French-Israeli Krav Maga Master, international martial arts instructor, author, and founder of the Krav Maga Federation – Alain Cohen (KMF-AC). With a martial arts journey beginning at the age of six and more than two decades of professional teaching experience, his career encompasses civilian self-defense, advanced martial arts instruction, instructor education, international federation development, and specialized defensive-tactics training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals. He is also the creator of Krav Maga Online, a multilingual online training platform designed to make authentic, professional Krav Maga education accessible to students worldwide, including those who do not have easy access to qualified instructors or local training facilities.
Originally raised in France before relocating with his family to Israel, Cohen developed his martial arts background through a combination of family instruction, traditional Krav Maga training, professional education, and extensive international teaching. His approach combines the principles of Israeli Krav Maga with experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thai Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts, and other combat disciplines.
Throughout his career, Alain Cohen has conducted Krav Maga seminars, instructor training courses and specialized programs around the world. His international activities are documented through an extensive photographic archive of seminars, professional training, competitions and career highlights.
Explore Alain Cohen’s Worldwide Krav Maga Photo Gallery
Early Training, Krav Maga Lineage and Professional Development
Alain Cohen’s introduction to Krav Maga began at the age of six, under the guidance of his older brother, Philippe Cohen, who later attained the rank of 5th Dan in Krav Maga. Philippe became his first instructor and played a central role in his earliest martial arts development. The two brothers were later featured together on the cover of the Spanish martial arts magazine Cinturón Negro — “Hermanos Cohen: Auténtico Krav Maga de Israel”.
As Alain progressed, Philippe brought him to train under Haim Anidzar, an experienced Krav Maga instructor based in France. Both brothers continued their training under Anidzar, whose instruction became the principal foundation of Alain Cohen’s technical education and development in Krav Maga. His formative years under Anidzar contributed significantly to the technical knowledge and discipline that would later shape his professional teaching career. A historical photograph of Alain Cohen with Haim Anidzar documents their relationship.
Following his family’s relocation to Israel, Alain Cohen continued his advanced training and progression through the higher Krav Maga black belt ranks under Grand Master Raphy Elgrissy, a direct student of Imi Lichtenfeld, the founder of Krav Maga.
His progression therefore reflects three important stages of instruction: his introduction to Krav Maga through Philippe Cohen, his foundational technical education under Haim Anidzar in France, and his advanced black belt development under Raphy Elgrissy in Israel. On October 11, 2022, Elgrissy awarded Cohen his 6th Dan Black Belt in Krav Maga, together with a Certificate of Excellence recognizing his outstanding performance. Elgrissy also issued a personal letter of recommendation documenting Cohen’s technical abilities and dedication. A photograph of Alain Cohen with Raphy Elgrissy is also available.
Professional Education, Academic Appointments & Instructor Qualifications
Alain Cohen’s professional career includes not only advanced martial arts qualifications but also his appointment as an instructor and lecturer at two Israeli institutions dedicated to the professional education of sports coaches and martial arts instructors: the Wingate Institute and the Israeli College of Sport (ICS).
Wingate Institute — From Student to Lecturer
Cohen completed his professional Krav Maga instructor and coaching education at the Wingate Institute, Israel’s National Institute for Excellence in Sport and one of the country’s principal institutions for sports education, coaching development and elite athletic preparation.
Wingate plays a central role in Israel’s national sporting infrastructure. Its activities encompass professional coach and instructor certification, elite athlete development, national sports programmes, sports science, research and sports medicine. Since 2018, the institute has operated as a governmental corporation under the responsibility of Israel’s Ministry of Culture and Sport.
Official Roles: During his professional coaching education, Cohen’s technical knowledge and teaching abilities attracted the attention of Wingate’s instructional staff. Following his professional training, Alain Cohen joined the Wingate Institute as a Krav Maga instructor and lecturer. From 2013 to 2017, Alain Cohen served as a member of the Wingate Institute’s Israeli Krav Maga Commission (Wingate Teaching Team), where he worked as a Krav Maga instructor and lecturer, contributing to the professional education and qualification of future martial arts instructors and sports coaches.
His recruitment was initiated by Dr. Guy Mor, who was then responsible for professional training activities at Wingate and recognized Cohen’s potential as an educator.
In this role, Alain Cohen moved beyond his own professional certification to the training and assessment of future instructors. He delivered Krav Maga instruction, technical seminars and professional development programmes, including courses conducted internationally in connection with Wingate’s educational activities.
These activities included training assignments in South Korea and the United States, as well as specialized instruction relating to children’s physical conditioning and development.
Cohen was also entrusted by Dr. Guy Mor with developing and writing the Krav Maga training curriculum for Wingate, contributing his technical expertise and teaching methodology to the institute’s professional instructor-education programmes.
His documented qualifications and teaching activities include:
Israeli College of Sport (ICS) — Instructor and Lecturer
Following his tenure at Wingate, Dr. Guy Mor went on to co-found the Israeli College of Sport (ICS), an educational institution specializing in the training and professional qualification of sports coaches and instructors.
Cohen continued his professional collaboration with Dr. Mor, joining ICS as an instructor and lecturer and contributing to its martial arts and Krav Maga education programmes.
His responsibilities involved teaching and developing future instructors, sharing practical experience acquired through his international career, and contributing to professional education in technical instruction, teaching methodology and instructor development.
His work with both Wingate and ICS represents an important dimension of his professional career: the transition from qualified martial arts practitioner and coach to educator of future professional instructors within established Israeli sports-training institutions.
Additional Martial Arts Qualifications
Beyond Krav Maga, Alain Cohen is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt and a qualified MMA and BJJ instructor. In November 2020, he received an official MMA and BJJ Instructor Certificate from the Israeli College of Sports (ICS). His multidisciplinary martial arts education also includes Thai Boxing, for which he completed a Thai Boxing Trainer course in Bangkok, Thailand, in October 2003.
Alongside his professional teaching activities, Cohen has competed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission-grappling competitions, earning medals at Israeli competitions and NAGA events.
His competitive achievements are documented through original photographs of his BJJ podium appearance, his Israeli Jiu-Jitsu competition victory, and his martial arts medal collection.
This competitive background complements his work as a Krav Maga educator, particularly in the areas of live resistance, technical application, ground fighting and practical self-defense. His individual competition results and distinctions are documented in the Awards and Honors section below.
Founder of the Krav Maga Federation — KMF-AC
As founder and worldwide head instructor of KMF-AC, Alain Cohen established an international martial arts organization dedicated to Krav Maga education, technical development, black belt examinations, instructor certification, and continuing professional training.
A central element of his career has been the development of instructors rather than simply delivering occasional seminars. Over the years, students trained under his supervision have progressed to instructor qualifications, established their own academies, and continued teaching the KMF-AC curriculum in their respective countries.
Through recurring international visits, technical examinations, instructor certification courses, and advanced seminars, Cohen has maintained long-term professional relationships with affiliated schools and instructors, some extending over many years.
His educational activities therefore extend beyond the students he teaches directly, reaching additional generations of practitioners through the instructors he has trained and certified.
The federation’s international network is presented through the official KMF-AC centres directory.
International Teaching Career — 19 Countries Documented on Video
Throughout his international career, Alain Cohen has conducted Krav Maga seminars, advanced technical training, instructor certification courses, black belt examinations, and specialized self-defense programmes across Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa, and Israel.
His activities have included both public seminars and recurring instructor-development programmes, often involving several affiliated academies during the same international visit.
His audiovisual archive contains training footage associated with 19 countries, with the country names below linked directly to selected recordings of his teaching activities.
Europe: France · Italy · Switzerland · Belgium · Spain · Portugal · Germany · Croatia · Greece · Turkey
Asia: South Korea · India · Singapore · China
North and South America: United States · Brazil · Mexico
Africa: Côte d’Ivoire
Middle East: Israel
International Krav Maga Seminars — Complete Photographic Archive
Original photographs and archival documents from selected Krav Maga seminars, instructor training programmes, professional training and career events. Each link opens the corresponding image.
Europe
France (15): Bonneville (2014) · Chalon-sur-Saône (2016) · France (2018) · France (2024 — photo 1) · France (2025 — photo 1) · France (2025 — photo 2) · France (2026) · France (November 2022) · France with Raphy Elgrissy (2024) · France — undated archive · Paris (2004) · Strasbourg (2020) · Strasbourg (2023) · Strasbourg/Benfeld (2015) · Toulouse (2008)
Italy (10): Italian police training (2017) · Italy (2007) · Italy (2019 — photo 1) · Italy (2019 — photo 2) · Italy (December 2011) · Milan (2017) · Rome (2010 — photo 1) · Rome (2010 — photo 2) · Rome (2011) · Turin (2016)
Spain (4): Alicante (2011) · Spain (2010 — photo 1) · Spain (2010 — photo 2) · Spain (2025)
Portugal (4): Lisbon with Raphy Elgrissy (2025) · Portugal (2011) · Portugal (2012) · Portugal (2015)
Switzerland (4): Geneva (2019) · Geneva (2026) · Switzerland (2013) · Switzerland (2022)
Germany (1): Germany (2022)
Turkey (1): Turkey (2021)
North & South America
United States (23): Atlantic City (2014) · Harrisburg (2025) · Iowa (2025) · New Jersey (2020 — photo 1) · New Jersey (2020 — photo 2) · New York (2009) · New York (2011) · San Diego (2025) · USA (2013) · USA (2016) · USA (2017) · USA (2018 — photo 1) · USA (2019) · USA (2021 — photo 1) · USA (2021 — photo 2) · USA (2021 — photo 3) · USA (2021 — photo 4) · USA (2021 — photo 5) · USA (2021 — photo 6) · USA (April 2018 — photo 2) · Virginia (2021) · Virginia (2022) · Washington (2020)
Mexico (5): Culiacán professional training (2011) · Mexico (2010) · Mexico (2012) · Specialized training (2010 — photo 1) · Specialized training (2010 — photo 2)
Brazil (5): Army academy conference · Brazil (2010) · Brazil (2014) · Brazilian Army meeting · Security official meeting
Asia
South Korea (2): Seoul (2016 — specialized training) · South Korea (2011)
India (2): India (2019) · India — undated archive
Singapore (3): Singapore (2018 — additional) · Singapore (March 2018) · Singapore (May 2019)
Africa
Côte d’Ivoire (1): Côte d’Ivoire (2019)
Middle East
Israel (10): Hall of Fame event (2019 — photo 1) · Hall of Fame event (2019 — photo 2) · International course (2021) · Israel (2016) · Israel (2017 — photo 1) · Israel (2017 — photo 2) · Israel (2019) · KMF-AC Academy — with Raphy Elgrissy · Wingate Institute (2015) · Wingate, Netanya (May 2016)
Explore the Complete Worldwide Krav Maga Photo Gallery
These recordings represent selected examples from a much larger archive of international seminars, technical instruction, advanced courses, and professional training programmes conducted throughout Cohen’s career.
His teaching activities have also contributed to the development of local instructor communities and affiliated schools, with repeated visits supporting ongoing technical education and certification.
Specialized Law Enforcement, Military and Security Training
Alongside his international civilian teaching career, Alain Cohen has developed extensive experience in specialized Krav Maga, defensive tactics, counter-terrorism training, law enforcement instruction, military applications and aviation security.
His professional qualifications include numerous diplomas and certificates issued by the Wingate Institute in Israel, documenting his training in advanced Krav Maga techniques, instructor education, law enforcement procedures, anti-terrorism methods and air/sea marshal defensive tactics.
Official Wingate Institute — Professional Diplomas and Certifications
Professional Instructor and Coaching Qualifications
Martial Arts Coach — Wingate Institute (2014) — Professional coaching qualification, completed following the 2013–2014 training programme.
Martial Arts Fitness Instructor — Wingate Institute (2014) — Specialized qualification in physical conditioning for martial arts practitioners.
Krav Maga Senior Instructor — Wingate Institute (2016) — Professional qualification awarded following theoretical and practical examinations.
Advanced Krav Maga Technical Qualifications
Krav Maga Expert Techniques — Wingate Institute (2016) — Advanced technical training, Israel, May 26–June 1, 2016.
Krav Maga Superior Program — Wingate Institute (2016) — Higher-level Krav Maga technical programme, Israel, May 26–June 1, 2016.
Krav Maga Master Techniques — Wingate Institute (2017) — Advanced Krav Maga technical course completed in Israel, May 21–26, 2017.
Law Enforcement, Counter-Terrorism and Aviation Security Qualifications
Krav Maga Anti-Terror Techniques — Wingate Institute (2016) — Specialized counter-terrorism training conducted in Lyon, France, September 26–28, 2016.
Krav Maga Air/Sea Marshal Techniques — Wingate Institute (2017) — Aviation and maritime security-related defensive tactics course conducted in France, January 22, 2017.
Krav Maga Third Party Protection — Wingate Institute (2016)
Official Wingate Institute certification in third-party protection and close protection techniques, completed in France on December 4, 2016.
Krav Maga Law Enforcement Techniques — Wingate Institute (2017) — Specialized law enforcement training conducted in France, March 26, 2017.
Official Wingate Teaching Recognition
In addition to his professional qualifications, Cohen worked as an instructor and lecturer in connection with Wingate’s Krav Maga education programmes, contributing to the preparation and professional development of future instructors.
On May 27, 2016, the institute issued an official attestation documenting his teaching at the International Krav-Maga Seminar organized for the 51st anniversary of the Nat Holman School for Coaches and Instructors.
View Official Wingate Teaching Attestation — May 27, 2016
International Military, Law Enforcement and Security Training
Cohen’s professional activities have also included specialized courses and seminars for police personnel, military audiences, security professionals and aviation crews in different countries.
South Korea — Specialized Military Training (2016)
His international training archive includes a February 2016 Krav Maga session in Seoul involving military personnel.
View Original Training Photograph — South Korea, 2016
Watch the South Korea Specialized Krav Maga Training Video
France — Law Enforcement Training
Cohen conducted specialized Law Enforcement Krav Maga training in France in connection with a Wingate Institute certification programme, applying defensive tactics and professional training methods to law enforcement contexts.
Watch the Wingate Law Enforcement Krav Maga Course
Brazil — Military Police Training (2010)
From May 24 to 29, 2010, Cohen delivered a Krav Maga training programme for military police officers in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
This training was officially documented by the Ceará State Secretariat of Public Security and Social Defense.
View Official Brazilian Government Training Certificate — May 2010
His activities in Brazil also included professional meetings and martial arts instruction involving military and security-related audiences.
View Brazilian Military Training Conference Photograph
Mexico — Specialized Defensive-Tactics Training (2011)
Cohen’s international photographic archive also documents specialized martial arts and defensive-tactics training activities in Culiacán, Mexico.
View Military Training Group Photograph — Mexico, 2011
France — Aviation Security Training
Cohen’s professional archive includes aviation-related Krav Maga training for HOP–Air France flight crews, addressing personal protection and defensive tactics within the aviation environment.
Watch the HOP–Air France Krav Maga Training Video
Israeli Ministry of Defense — Official Supplier Registration
Cohen is also recorded as an authorized supplier registered with the Israeli Ministry of Defense. A registration document dated September 21, 2014, forms part of his professional archive.
View Official Israeli Ministry of Defense Supplier Registration
Together, these professional qualifications, institutional documents and international training records illustrate Cohen’s experience in both civilian martial arts education and specialized defensive-tactics instruction for professional audiences.
Author, Publisher and International Martial Arts Educator
Alongside his international teaching career, Alain Cohen has developed an extensive body of educational material dedicated to Krav Maga, practical self-defense, technical progression and professional instructor education.
He is the author of four published Krav Maga books, distributed internationally in multiple languages:
Krav Maga: An Art of Life — Published by Budo International in 2010.
Evolutive Encyclopedia: Krav Maga — The Alain Cohen Method — A comprehensive technical curriculum covering yellow belt through 5th Dan black belt.
Krav Maga: The Hidden Secrets — Advanced combat techniques and practical self-defense.
Become a Real Krav Maga Expert — Instructor development, teaching methodology and professional martial arts education.
In addition to his books, Cohen has produced 22 instructional DVDs through collaborations with Budo International and Black Belt, as well as independently developed KMF-AC training programmes. These productions include complete technical belt curricula, practical defensive tactics and specialized self-defense instruction.
His educational work has also been documented by established martial arts publications. In June 2009, the American magazine Black Belt published a six-page feature, “Crème de la Crème: The Martial Art of Israel’s Elite Fighters,” examining Cohen’s Krav Maga Security system, technical methods and professional training activities.
View the Original Black Belt Magazine Feature — June 2009, Pages 102–103
In May 2019, The Times of India published an interview by Mahir Haneef, “From Calm to Crazy in 3 Seconds”, discussing Cohen’s teaching philosophy and approach to realistic self-defense.
Cohen has also contributed illustrated Krav Maga technical material to Budo International, including published features covering progressive belt programmes, instructor development, aviation security and advanced defensive techniques. The original articles, magazine covers and bibliographic references are presented in the International Press section below.
His earlier printed and audiovisual teaching materials provided the foundation for Krav Maga Online, a multilingual distance-learning platform offering structured instruction, technical demonstrations and instructor education to an international audience.
International Press, Magazines and Media Coverage
More Than Two Decades of Martial Arts Publications and International Press Coverage
Alain Cohen’s professional career has been documented in martial arts magazines, international newspapers, specialist publications and interviews spanning more than two decades.
His media archive reflects different stages of his career: his early involvement with Israeli self-defense systems such as Kapap and Lotar, the development of his Krav Maga Security (KMS) methodology, his international instructor-training activities, and his work with civilian and professional audiences.
The following collection presents original magazine features, newspaper reports, interviews and institutional publications. Where available, the article titles and archive links lead directly to the corresponding documents…
Black Belt Magazine — United States | June 2009
Crème de la Crème: The Martial Art of Israel’s Elite Fighters
Volume 47, Issue 6 | Pages 102–107
By the Editors of Black Belt | Photography by Thomas Sanders
In June 2009, the American martial arts magazine Black Belt published a six-page feature dedicated to Alain Cohen and his Krav Maga Security (KMS) system.
The report examined Cohen’s philosophy of practical self-defense, his technical training methodology and the application of KMS to a range of civilian and professional environments.
The article presented Cohen’s approach to close-quarters combat through extensive photographic sequences, including defenses against unarmed attacks, weapon-related threats and multiple-assailant scenarios.
It also discussed his international activities, the development of KMS, and specialized programmes for law enforcement, security personnel and aviation-related audiences.
Published across six consecutive pages, the feature provides a detailed record of Cohen’s work and training philosophy in an established American martial arts publication.
Original Six-Page Magazine Feature:
Pages 104–105 — Technical Demonstrations and Training Applications
Pages 106–107 — Advanced Defensive Techniques and Conclusion
Full bibliographic reference: Black Belt, June 2009, Volume 47, Issue 6, pages 102–107.
A separate archived excerpt discussing Cohen’s Krav Maga Security methods is also available on Scribd.
In addition to this editorial feature, Black Belt marketed Cohen’s six-DVD instructional collection, Krav Maga Personal Protection: The Israeli Method of Close-Quarters Combat, through its martial arts publishing and retail channels.
Karaté Bushido — France | May 2004
Anti-terrorisme et self-défense
Issue No. 323 | Pages 56–57 | By Gérard Bonnefoy
In May 2004, the French martial arts magazine Karaté Bushido published a two-page article examining Lotar, Israeli counter-terrorism training and practical self-defense.
The feature identified Alain Cohen as a representative of Kapap and Lotar in Europe, discussing his martial arts background, teaching philosophy and involvement with Israeli defensive systems.
Accompanied by photographs of Cohen demonstrating defensive techniques, the article documents his early professional interest in multiple Israeli combat systems at a time when these disciplines were receiving comparatively limited exposure in European martial arts media.
The publication provides a historical record of Cohen’s activities before the later international expansion of his Krav Maga federation.
View the Original Karaté Bushido Article — May 2004, Pages 56–57
Ceinture Noire — Spécial Self-Défense | France
Qu’est-ce que le Lotar ?
Special Self-Defense Edition | Pages 30–31
The French martial arts publication Ceinture Noire also devoted a two-page feature to Lotar, examining its principles, Israeli origins and applications in defensive training.
The article discusses practical preparation for dangerous situations, tactical awareness, psychological readiness and the relationship between civilian self-defense and specialized security instruction.
Preserved in Cohen’s historical press archive, this publication provides further context for the Israeli combat and defensive systems that formed part of his early professional activities.
View the Original Ceinture Noire Feature — Pages 30–31
Kombat Self-Défense — France | July 2004
“En Israël, le Yamam” — Israeli Counter-Terrorism and Defensive Tactics
Issue No. 15 | July 2004 | Pages 46–50 | By Jérémie Kinot
In July 2004, the French martial arts magazine Kombat Self-Défense published a five-page illustrated report examining the training, methods, and operational preparation of Israel’s Yamam counter-terrorism unit.
The report included references to Alain Cohen’s martial arts background and defensive-tactics training, alongside photographs documenting his involvement in specialized training activities.
Published during the early stages of his international professional career, this report provides a historical record of Cohen’s involvement with Israeli self-defense and security-related training.
Original Magazine Archive:
WHO 13 News / Yahoo News (USA, July 2025)
“Dozens Gather to Learn Krav Maga, a Type of Self-Defense”
American television station WHO 13 News published a report covering a Krav Maga training event in the United States. The report, also distributed through Yahoo News, highlighted public interest in Israeli self-defense and practical training methods.
Media Links:
Read the article on Yahoo News
Watch the original WHO 13 News television report
Prince William Living (USA, August 2022)
“Stay Safe with Local Self-Defense Training”
In an article published by American magazine Prince William Living, journalist Colleen Kilday featured Underground Krav Maga and Fitness in Gainesville, Virginia, highlighting its direct affiliation with the Israeli-based Krav Maga Federation founded by Alain Cohen.
The article explicitly identifies Alain Cohen and his direct Krav Maga lineage to founder Imi Lichtenfeld. It also recognizes Ronald Villamar, the federation’s Southeast U.S. Regional Director, as a 4th Degree Black Belt and certified Expert Level Instructor.
This independent media coverage documents the international presence of KMF-AC, its instructor certification programs, and the development of its affiliated training network in the United States.
Media Link:
Budo International — International Magazine Covers, Articles & Publications
Alain Cohen — Krav Maga, Self-Defense & International Martial Arts Publishing
Alain Cohen has maintained an extensive publishing relationship with Budo International, an internationally distributed martial arts publication available in multiple languages, including English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and German.
His contributions have included magazine cover appearances, technical articles, illustrated Krav Maga training programmes, instructional features, and educational DVDs.
These publications document the development of his teaching methodology, structured Krav Maga curriculum, and approach to practical self-defense over several years.
Featured Magazine Covers — International Editions | 2007–2009
Alain Cohen — Krav Maga Magazine Cover Features
Alain Cohen’s career has been featured on several magazine covers published within the international Budo International publishing network, including editions aimed at English-speaking, Spanish-speaking, and French-speaking audiences.
The following covers represent separate magazine features and should not be confused with different language translations of a single issue.
1. Budo International — International Editions | January 2007
Purple Cover — “Alain Cohen: I.D.S. Krav-Maga”
Publication: Budo International / Cinturão Negro
Languages documented: Italian and Portuguese
Date: January 2007
Issue: No. 103, confirmed on the Italian edition
The January 2007 purple cover prominently featured Alain Cohen demonstrating Krav Maga, with the headline “Alain Cohen — I.D.S. Krav-Maga.”
Original printed examples of this cover have been preserved in Italian and Portuguese editions. An English-language digital reconstruction of the design is also available.
View Purple Cover — English Digital Reconstruction
2. Cinturón Negro — Spain | Issue No. 252
Black Cover — “Hermanos Cohen: Auténtico Krav Maga de Israel”
Publication: Cinturón Negro / Budo International
Edition: Spain
Language: Spanish
Issue: No. 252
Publication date: January 2010
This Spanish-language magazine cover featured the Cohen brothers, Alain and Philippe, under the headline “Hermanos Cohen — Auténtico Krav Maga de Israel.”
The cover also featured martial arts actor Donnie Yen in connection with the film Ip Man.
Its original publication is independently documented by a surviving physical magazine copy listed in a Spanish collectors’ archive.
View Independent Historical Magazine Listing — Issue 252
3. Budo International — France | October 2009
Yellow Cover — “Alain Cohen: Krav Maga Security”
Publication: Budo International
Edition: France
Language: French
Publication date: October 2009
Issue: No. 168
In October 2009, Alain Cohen appeared on the cover of the French edition of Budo International, Issue No. 168.
The cover prominently featured a Krav Maga defensive technique demonstrated by Cohen and the headline “Alain Cohen — Krav Maga Security.”
The original printed magazine has been preserved, together with a digitally reconstructed version of its cover.
View French Magazine Cover — October 2009, Issue 168
These separate cover features document Alain Cohen’s visibility across different international editions of Budo International. The publication network also featured his instructional articles, technical programmes and martial arts DVDs.
Additional Budo International Magazine Features
Alain Cohen’s instructional work was also featured in several English-language editions of Budo International, preserved in the USAdojo magazine archives.
Issue No. 60 — Self-Defense: Master Alain Cohen
An illustrated feature presenting his approach to self-defense and practical Krav Maga instruction.
View Budo International — Issue 60
Issue No. 62 — Krav Maga: Master Alain Cohen
An illustrated article about his Krav Maga teaching and professional defensive tactics, beginning on PDF page 50.
View Original Magazine — Issue 62
Issue No. 63 — Krav Maga: Master Alain Cohen
A further magazine feature on his training approach and technical methodology, beginning on PDF page 32.
View Original Magazine — Issue 63
Explore the Complete USAdojo Budo International Archive
Illustrated Krav Maga Technical Articles — 2011–2012
Between late 2011 and mid-2012, a collection of illustrated martial arts features bearing Alain Cohen’s name documented his Krav Maga teaching methodology, belt progression, instructor development, and specialized self-defense training.
The preserved material includes practical techniques, instructional photographs, aviation security applications, physical preparation, and advanced black belt curricula.
The original pages are archived below.
November 2011 — Authentic Krav Maga
An illustrated feature introducing Alain Cohen’s approach to authentic Krav Maga, including commentary attributed to Budo International publisher Alfredo Tucci.
The material explores the underlying principles of practical self-defense and the importance of effective, accessible training methods.
Original article pages:
January 2012 — Airplane Security & Krav Maga
A technical feature addressing personal protection and defensive tactics in aviation environments.
The illustrated material examines practical security considerations and specialized Krav Maga applications in confined spaces.
Original article pages:
Page 1 · Page 2 · Page 3 · Page 4
February 2012 — Krav Maga Yellow Belt Programme
An illustrated introduction to the foundational stage of Alain Cohen’s Krav Maga curriculum, including essential movements and introductory self-defense principles.
Original scan available in the KMF-AC publication archive.
March 2012 — Krav Maga Orange Belt Programme
An instructional article focusing on the progression of technical skills and fundamental defensive movements, incorporating the philosophy that disciplined training prepares practitioners for real-world threats.
View Original Article — March 2012
April 2012 — Krav Maga Blue Belt & Instructor Level 1
An illustrated feature documenting advanced technical progression and early instructor development within Alain Cohen’s structured Krav Maga training system.
View Original Article — April 2012
May 2012 — Krav Maga Black Belt: 1st & 2nd Dan
Two illustrated publications covering the technical progression toward black belt and the development of advanced self-defense capabilities.
Original article pages:
May 2012 — Part 1 · May 2012 — Part 2
June 2012 — Krav Maga Advanced Black Belt: 3rd & 4th Dan
Technical material addressing higher-level Krav Maga training, advanced defensive applications, and the development of instructor-level expertise.
Original article pages:
June 2012 — Part 1 · June 2012 — Part 2
July 2012 — Krav Maga 5th Dan & Physical Preparation
A collection of illustrated features covering advanced Krav Maga curriculum development, physical preparation, and nutrition-related subjects associated with martial arts training.
Original article pages:
July 2012 — Part 1 · July 2012 — Part 2 · July 2012 — Part 3
Instructional DVDs & International Publishing Collaboration
In addition to magazine articles, Alain Cohen collaborated with Budo International on six instructional DVD productions, addressing authentic Krav Maga, practical self-defense, and specialized training methods.
The publisher distributed these educational productions internationally in multiple languages, extending the reach of his Krav Maga instruction beyond traditional classroom and seminar environments.
View Authentic Krav Maga — Budo International Official Publisher
Historical Publication Archive
Together, these magazine features, historical covers, technical articles, and instructional DVDs document Alain Cohen’s long-standing contributions to international martial arts education and the dissemination of Krav Maga training methodology through specialist publications.
Bibliographic note: The 2011–2012 dates are based on the preserved archive filenames. Exact magazine issue numbers and original publication dates for some materials have not yet been independently confirmed.
Le Journal de Saône-et-Loire — France | December 2016
“Un invité de marque au stage de krav-maga du club KMC71”
On December 5, 2016, the French regional newspaper Le Journal de Saône-et-Loire published an article covering a Krav Maga training event organized by KMC71 in the Chalon-sur-Saône region.
This publication forms part of the French regional press archive documenting international Krav Maga seminars and professional training activities during this period.
Read the Original Newspaper Article — December 5, 2016
La Côte — Switzerland | July 8, 2010
Le Krav Maga, l’autodéfense made in Israël
By Rodolphe Haener | Print Edition, Page 9
The Swiss newspaper La Côte published an article concerning Alain Cohen’s Krav Maga instruction during a professional visit to Switzerland.
The report forms part of the contemporary regional press record of his teaching activities and involvement with Swiss Krav Maga practitioners.
Bibliographic reference: Haener, Rodolphe. Le Krav Maga, l’autodéfense made in Israël. La Côte, July 8, 2010, page 9.
View the article Journal La Côte
Glas Istre — Croatia | November 18, 2010
Izraelac Alain Cohen obučavao pulske instruktore
English: Israeli Alain Cohen Trained Instructors in Pula
Page 14 | By S. Zrinić Terlević
The Croatian daily newspaper Glas Istre published a feature on a five-day Krav Maga training programme conducted by Alain Cohen in Pula, Croatia.
The report describes his work with Croatian instructors and security-related practitioners, including intensive technical instruction, demonstrations and instructor examinations.
It also documents his cooperation with the local martial arts community and the development of instructors through structured training and assessment.
The newspaper feature includes photographs of Cohen demonstrating Krav Maga techniques and posing with participants in the seminar.
This publication provides a contemporary record of his international teaching activities in Croatia.
View the Original Glas Istre Newspaper Article — November 18, 2010
FDKM — Italy | October 19, 2015
Seminario e corso istruttori I e II livello (Roma) — Master Alain Cohen
The Italian martial arts organization FDKM published a detailed report concerning its cooperation with Alain Cohen and KMF-AC in the development of Krav Maga instructors.
The report documents a public seminar in Ariccia, near Rome, followed by specialized instructor-training sessions held in October 2015.
It describes participants from multiple Italian regions, the technical subjects covered and the continuing relationship between FDKM instructors and Cohen’s federation.
The publication also refers to earlier training and instructor assessments conducted in Israel.
Read the Full FDKM Report — Italy
Info-Chalon — France | October 22, 2016
Le Krav Maga KMC 71 propose un stage avec Alain Cohen
The French regional news website Info-Chalon published an announcement concerning a Krav Maga seminar featuring Alain Cohen in Saint-Rémy, France.
The publication documents his involvement with French martial arts schools and international seminar activities.
Read the Info-Chalon Article — France
The Times of India — India | May 19, 2019
From Calm to Crazy in 3 Seconds
By Mahir Haneef | TOI Voices — Tracking Indian Communities
During a professional visit to Kochi, Kerala, Alain Cohen was interviewed by Mahir Haneef for The Times of India.
The extended interview examines his martial arts background, views on personal safety, teaching philosophy, children’s self-defense and the challenges of preparing students for unpredictable real-world situations.
It also discusses the relationship between technical martial arts instruction and the practical application of self-defense skills.
Published in the newspaper’s online TOI Voices section, the interview provides a detailed account of Cohen’s professional experience and perspectives on Krav Maga.
Read the Full Interview — The Times of India
Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace (DNA) — France | 2015
“Un stage de haut niveau” — Benfeld, Alsace
The French regional newspaper Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace (DNA) published an article documenting a Krav Maga seminar conducted by Alain Cohen at Club Bushido in Benfeld, Alsace.
Organized at the initiative of instructor Aldo Mazzucchetti, the seminar brought together approximately 75 participants from martial arts clubs across the Alsace region.
The article highlights Cohen’s professional background, his experience in Krav Maga instruction and his involvement with the Wingate Institute in Israel.
Publication: Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace (DNA)
Section: Erstein–Benfeld
Article: Un stage de haut niveau
Location: Benfeld, France
Date: 2015
View the Nouvelle d’Alsace Article
ASI Nazionale — Italy | November 27, 2019
La Krav Maga al seminario con il maestro israeliano
The Italian national sports organization ASI published a report on a Krav Maga seminar conducted by Alain Cohen in Alessandria, Italy.
The report describes an event attended by approximately one hundred participants, including instructors and practitioners from martial arts schools across Italy.
It discusses the Air Marshal Anti-Terror Seminar, techniques demonstrated in high-risk scenarios and examinations held during the event.
The event was also documented in ASI’s periodical Primato, providing an additional published record of Cohen’s activities.
Read the ASI Nazionale Article — Italy
View PRIMATO — November–December 2019 Edition (PDF)
French Karate Federation — France | March 2025
Stage Krav Maga avec les experts Raphy Elgrissy et Alain Cohen
The Bas-Rhin departmental committee of the French Karate Federation published an official announcement for a Krav Maga seminar in Sélestat featuring Alain Cohen alongside Raphy Elgrissy.
The announcement documents Cohen’s participation in continuing Krav Maga education and his ongoing professional activities in France.
Master Alain Cohen on TV & International Broadcast Media
Television Reports, News Features & International Video Archives
Throughout his international career, Master Alain Cohen has been featured in television segments, news reports and martial arts media productions in several countries.
These recordings document different aspects of his professional activities, including Krav Maga demonstrations, international instructor training, practical self-defense education and seminars conducted across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa.
The following archive provides direct access to the original video recordings preserved on his official YouTube channel, KRAVMAGA1 …
Television Reports & Broadcast Coverage
Switzerland — Ça, c’est fait! (2012)
A Swiss television feature dedicated to Krav Maga and Alain Cohen’s self-defense demonstrations.
Watch the Swiss Television Report — 2012
Brazil — National Television Show
An archived Brazilian television programme featuring Alain Cohen and Krav Maga.
Watch the Brazilian National TV Feature
Côte d’Ivoire — Africa TV Show
A television segment covering Krav Maga activities in Africa, preserved in Cohen’s international media archive.
India — Krav Maga TV News, Kochi
An Indian television news segment, presented in Malayalam, covering Krav Maga instruction in Kochi and the participation of an Israeli instructor.
Watch the Indian Television News Report
Italy — Krav Maga TV News
An Italian news video covering Krav Maga, included in Alain Cohen’s international television archive.
Watch Krav Maga TV News — Italy
Italy — Turin Television News
A further Italian television news archive associated with Krav Maga activities in Turin.
Watch the Turin TV News Report
United States — Iowa Television
A television-related archive from Iowa, United States, documenting Krav Maga activities.
Additional International Media & Seminar Recordings
In addition to television news reports and interviews, Cohen’s YouTube media playlist includes recordings of his international training activities, seminars and martial arts appearances.
Italy — FDKM Krav Maga Italia / KMF Israel
Video documentation associated with the cooperation between Italian Krav Maga instructors and the Israeli federation.
Watch FDKM Krav Maga Italia — KMF Israel
Brazil — International Krav Maga Course (April 2015)
Footage documenting an international Krav Maga course conducted by Alain Cohen in Brazil.
Watch the Brazil Krav Maga Course — 2015
Switzerland — Krav Security Suisse (2010)
An archival recording from Cohen’s Krav Maga activities in Switzerland.
Watch Krav Security Suisse — 2010
Brazil — Krav Maga with Alain Cohen (Archive I)
A recording from Cohen’s earlier Krav Maga teaching activities in Brazil.
Watch the Brazil Krav Maga Archive I
Brazil — Krav Maga with Alain Cohen (Archive II)
An additional Brazilian video documenting Krav Maga activities associated with Cohen.
Watch the Brazil Krav Maga Archive II
Spain — Krav Maga with Alain Cohen
Video footage documenting Cohen’s Krav Maga activities in Spain.
Watch the Spain Krav Maga Archive
Côte d’Ivoire — Krav Maga Training
Additional audiovisual material documenting Krav Maga activities in Côte d’Ivoire.
Watch the Côte d’Ivoire Krav Maga Archive
Japan — Martial Arts Promotional Video
A Japanese martial arts promotional clip titled 3.25 巌流島 CM映像, also present in the archived playlist.
Watch the Japanese Martial Arts Promotional Clip
Complete International TV & Media Playlist
These recordings form part of Alain Cohen’s wider professional audiovisual collection, documenting his international teaching activities and media appearances.
Watch the Complete TV REPORTAGE KMF-AC Playlist on YouTube
Additional instructional demonstrations and international seminar videos are available through his official YouTube channel, KRAVMAGA1.
Awards, Honors and International Recognition
Professional Distinctions, International Honors and Martial Arts Achievements
Throughout his international career, Master Alain Cohen has received awards, professional appointments, certificates of appreciation and commemorative distinctions from martial arts organizations, professional institutions, seminar organizers and international instructor communities.
These recognitions reflect different aspects of his career, including Krav Maga instruction, martial arts education, federation leadership, international seminars and competitive grappling.
The collection below presents his principal distinctions, followed by institutional acknowledgments, international tributes and competition results. Where available, the award titles link directly to photographs or supporting documents…
Major Martial Arts Awards & Hall of Fame Honors
2025 — Krav Maga Instructor of the Year | Israeli Martial Arts Hall of Honors — Israel
On May 3, 2025, Alain Cohen was inducted into the Israeli Martial Arts Hall of Honors and received the distinction Krav Maga Instructor of the Year.
The award, presented through the Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA), recognizes his professional achievements and contributions to Krav Maga instruction.
2024 — Lifetime Achievement Platinum Award | Martial Arts Hall of Fame — United States
On June 25, 2024, Cohen received a Lifetime Achievement Platinum Award at a Martial Arts Hall of Fame event in Orlando, Florida.
The distinction acknowledged his longstanding involvement in martial arts instruction, professional training and the development of Krav Maga education.
View the Lifetime Achievement Platinum Award Trophy
2019 — Masters of the Martial Arts Awards Ceremony — United States
On April 6, 2019, Alain Cohen received a commemorative award at the Masters of the Martial Arts Awards Ceremony, held at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
The event brought together members of the international martial arts community and formed part of his professional recognition in the United States.
View the Masters of the Martial Arts Award — Atlantic City 2019
Federation Appointments & Institutional Recognition
2022 — Appointment to the Board of Directors | Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA)
On January 20, 2022, Alain Cohen was formally appointed to the Board of Directors of the Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA).
The appointment was documented through an official letter signed by federation representatives, including GM Hanshi Moti Horenstein and Naftali Tzeva.
This appointment represents a professional leadership role within a martial arts federation, alongside Cohen’s activities as an instructor and founder of KMF-AC.
View the Official FIMA Board Appointment Letter
2022 — Honorary Teaching Distinction | Università Popolare Indra d’Italia — Italy
On September 14, 2022, Cohen received the honorary designation Docente di Arti Marziali e Filosofie Orientali from Università Popolare Indra d’Italia.
The distinction acknowledges his martial arts background and educational activities. It is presented as an honorary recognition, separate from his professional instructor and coaching qualifications.
View the Italian Honorary Teaching Diploma
Professional Recognition — Questura di Massa-Carrara, Polizia di Stato — Italy
Cohen’s collection of professional acknowledgments includes a commemorative plaque bearing the insignia of the Italian State Police and the identification of the Questura di Massa-Carrara.
The plaque forms part of his documented international professional and institutional memorabilia.
View the Italian State Police Commemorative Plaque
Letter of Appreciation — Israeli Military Representative — Israel
Cohen has also received a written testimonial from Israeli military officer Albert Almalem expressing appreciation for his Krav Maga instruction and professional teaching methods.
The correspondence forms part of his archive of institutional and professional acknowledgments.
International Martial Arts Tributes & Appreciation Awards
2008 — International Krav Maga Seminar Recognition | San Giorgio Ionico — Italy
On September 14, 2008, Alain Cohen received a commemorative plaque presented by Maestro Dino Frascella during an international Krav Maga Security seminar in San Giorgio Ionico, Italy.
The plaque records appreciation for Cohen’s participation and teaching activities during the event.
View the Italian International Seminar Recognition — 2008
2008 — F.I.S.C. Italia Martial Arts Recognition — Italy
During martial arts activities held in San Giorgio Ionico from September 12 to 14, 2008, Cohen received a commemorative distinction associated with F.I.S.C. Italia, CNSFIAMMA and W.P.K.A.
The award is inscribed with his name and identifies the participating martial arts organizations.
View the F.I.S.C. Italia Award — 2008
2009 — Krav Maga Federation Italy Appreciation Award — Italy
In June 2009, Cohen received an engraved appreciation plaque from Krav Maga Federation Italy.
The plaque expresses gratitude for his contribution to Krav Maga instruction and his involvement with the Italian federation community.
View the Krav Maga Federation Italy Appreciation Plaque — 2009
2009 — Evolution Krav Maga International Seminar Tribute — Italy
Cohen also received a commemorative tribute during the first international Evolution Krav Maga seminar in March 2009.
The presentation acknowledged his participation in the event and his involvement in teaching and promoting Israeli self-defense systems internationally.
2019 — Krav Maga Civilian Instructor Course Recognition | Cochin, Kerala — India
During an international Krav Maga instructor course held from May 13 to 15, 2019, in Cochin, Kerala, Cohen received a commemorative plaque associated with the programme.
The presentation was made by Rajan Varghese, National Director of KMF-AC India and the Krav Maga Federation of India.
View the India Instructor Course Recognition — 2019
2026 — Brazilian Students’ Tribute | Brasília — Brazil
On August 25, 2026, Cohen received a commemorative plaque presented by Brazilian students during an international training event in Brasília.
The tribute expresses gratitude for his teaching, technical knowledge, dedication and contribution to their martial arts development.
View the Brazilian Students’ Appreciation Plaque — 2026
Additional Brazilian Martial Arts Recognitions
Over the course of his teaching activities in Brazil, Cohen has received additional commemorative plaques and medals associated with martial arts seminars, professional training and educational exchanges.
These items form part of his wider international recognition archive.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Competitive Grappling Achievements
In addition to his career as a Krav Maga instructor, Alain Cohen has participated in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission-grappling competitions.
His competition record includes medals associated with Israeli Jiu-Jitsu League events, Israeli championship competitions and the North American Grappling Association (NAGA).
His professional competition archive records:
Israel Jiu-Jitsu Championship, 2021: Bronze medal.
NAGA Grappling Championships: Two silver medal results, in Gi and No-Gi divisions.
His medal collection also includes commemorative distinctions associated with Krav Maga and other martial arts organizations.
Selected medals and competition memorabilia are preserved in his professional archive:
Original Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Competition Photo Archive
In addition to his medals and competition distinctions, Alain Cohen’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu career is documented through original photographs of competitive matches, tournament participation, victories and podium appearances.
Israeli Jiu-Jitsu League — 2021
League Competition Photograph · Final Match Photograph · Victory Photograph
Israeli Jiu-Jitsu Championship — 2021
Championship Competition Photograph · Championship Archive Photograph
Additional Competition Photographs
BJJ Competition Victory — 2021 · BJJ Match Photograph
These competitive activities represent an additional dimension of Cohen’s martial arts career, complementing his work in civilian self-defense, instructor education and professional defensive-tactics training.
International Recognition Through Teaching & Instructor Development
Beyond formal awards and competitive medals, Cohen has received numerous letters of appreciation, commemorative plaques and professional tributes from international instructors, martial arts organizations, seminar hosts and students.
These acknowledgments reflect professional relationships developed across multiple countries through recurring seminars, instructor certification programmes, technical examinations and long-term educational collaboration.
Together, the awards, appointments, competition records and international tributes provide a documented overview of the recognition Cohen has received during more than two decades of martial arts teaching and international professional activity.
Krav Maga Around the World — Seminars & Career Highlights
Explore over two decades of Alain Cohen’s international Krav Maga seminars, unforgettable training experiences, competition achievements, and memorable moments from his martial arts career.
A journey through countries, cultures, and a lifetime dedicated to martial arts.
Books & Instructional DVDS
Published Author, International Martial Arts Educator & Instructional Video Producer
Throughout his international career, Master Alain Cohen has developed an extensive collection of educational publications, combining printed books, professionally produced instructional DVDs and independently developed technical training programmes.
His published work includes four principal Krav Maga books, available in several languages, and 22 instructional DVDs produced through international publishing collaborations and independent KMF-AC productions…
These materials cover practical self-defense, advanced combat techniques, structured belt progression, martial arts pedagogy and professional instructor education.
Together, they represent more than two decades of work dedicated to documenting, organizing and transmitting Krav Maga knowledge to students and instructors worldwide.
Published Books — Four Major Krav Maga Works
1. Krav Maga: An Art of Life
Originally published in 2010 — Budo International
Published in French as Krav Maga : un art de vie, un art de sauver des vies, this book explores Krav Maga not only as a practical self-defense discipline but also as an approach to personal responsibility, awareness and survival.
Cohen examines the principles underlying effective self-defense, emphasizing mental preparation, instinctive reactions and the importance of developing the confidence and determination required to respond to dangerous situations.
The book was published by Budo International and subsequently made available in additional languages.
View the Book — Librairie Mollat, France
2. Evolutive Encyclopedia: Krav Maga — The Alain Cohen Method
Complete Technical Curriculum — Yellow Belt to 5th Dan Black Belt
This comprehensive technical encyclopedia presents Cohen’s structured approach to Krav Maga progression, covering the curriculum from the fundamental belt levels through advanced black belt grades.
The illustrated reference manual explains technical movements, defensive applications, progressive learning objectives and the physical and mental preparation associated with each level.
Its English-language hardcover edition contains approximately 463 pages, providing a detailed reference for practitioners and instructors studying the KMF-AC method.
View the Encyclopedia — The Book Gallery
3. Krav Maga: The Hidden Secrets
Published in 2015 — Advanced Combat Techniques
Also published in French as Krav Maga Combat — Les secrets encore jamais révélés du Krav Maga, this work explores advanced technical and tactical aspects of Krav Maga.
It addresses ground fighting, combat strategies, confrontations involving multiple assailants, mental preparation and the progression from basic self-defense to more advanced martial arts proficiency.
The book emphasizes the relationship between physical technique, tactical decision-making and psychological conditioning.
View the Book — Decitre, France
4. Become a Real Krav Maga Expert
Published in 2015 — Instructor Education and Teaching Methodology
This publication focuses on the knowledge and responsibilities involved in becoming a competent Krav Maga instructor and martial arts educator.
Building upon the technical curriculum presented in Cohen’s earlier publications, the book explores teaching methodology, instructor development and the principles required to structure and communicate martial arts knowledge effectively.
It reflects an important aspect of Cohen’s professional career: his commitment not only to training practitioners but also to educating the next generation of instructors.
View the Book — Decitre, France
International Book Distribution
Cohen’s publications have been listed by booksellers and distributors outside Israel, with English, French, Italian and Spanish editions appearing in international catalogues.
Explore Alain Cohen’s Publications — International Bookseller Catalogue
Instructional DVDs — 22 Published Productions
In addition to his books, Alain Cohen has produced 22 instructional Krav Maga DVDs, divided into three principal publishing and production projects.
These audiovisual works were developed for different educational purposes, ranging from specialized self-defense instruction to complete technical belt programmes.
His DVD catalogue includes international publishing collaborations with Budo International and Black Belt Magazine, alongside a major independently produced KMF-AC instructional series.
1. Budo International — Six Instructional DVDs
International Martial Arts Publishing and Distribution
Alain Cohen collaborated with Budo International, an established international martial arts publisher, on six instructional DVD productions covering various aspects of Krav Maga and practical self-defense.
These productions enabled Cohen to present his techniques and methodology through professionally produced instructional videos intended for international audiences.
His work addressed civilian self-defense, defensive tactics, professional security applications and the fundamental principles of Israeli Krav Maga.
Among the titles associated with this publishing collaboration is Authentic Krav Maga, which presents Cohen’s approach to simple, direct and effective defensive movements.
The production was made available in several languages, including English, French, Spanish, Italian and German.
View Authentic Krav Maga — Official Budo International Publisher
Additional Cohen instructional releases are documented in international martial arts retail catalogues, including Krav Maga for Security Professionals.
View Krav Maga for Security Professionals — Budovideos
This publishing collaboration contributed to the international availability of Cohen’s training material through specialized martial arts distribution networks.
2. Black Belt Magazine — Six-DVD American Collection
Krav Maga Personal Protection: The Israeli Method of Close-Quarters Combat
In the United States, Alain Cohen’s instructional work was published and promoted through Black Belt Magazine, an established American martial arts publication.
The six-DVD collection, Krav Maga Personal Protection: The Israeli Method of Close-Quarters Combat, was released in 2009 and contains approximately 237 minutes of instructional material.
The programme follows six progressive belt levels, from yellow belt through black belt, and covers a wide range of defensive techniques and practical applications.
Subjects include striking techniques, defensive movements, escapes, weapon-related threats, ground fighting, control techniques and realistic self-defense scenarios.
The collection was promoted through Black Belt‘s commercial catalogues and distributed through martial arts retail channels.
View the Original Six-DVD Collection on Amazon
View the Collection — International Martial Arts Distributor
Original Black Belt Six-DVD Collection — Photographic Archive
View the Original Six-DVD Krav Maga Collection
3. KMF-AC — Independent Ten-DVD Krav Maga Curriculum
Complete Technical Programme — Yellow Belt to 5th Dan Black Belt
Alongside his collaborations with international publishers, Alain Cohen independently developed and produced a comprehensive ten-DVD Krav Maga instructional collection under his own training system.
Unlike individual instructional films devoted to specific self-defense subjects, this collection was designed to present an extensive, structured technical curriculum.
The series covered the progression from yellow belt through 5th Dan black belt, organizing the required techniques and training objectives into successive instructional volumes.
It represented a significant undertaking in Cohen’s educational career: the creation of a systematic audiovisual reference allowing students and instructors to study the technical requirements of an entire Krav Maga training programme.
The ten-DVD collection also helped standardize the presentation of the curriculum, providing a consistent technical resource for practitioners training in different locations.
View the Original Ten-DVD KMF-AC Collection — Yellow Belt to 5th Dan
The Foundation of Krav Maga Online
From Physical DVDs to a Comprehensive Digital Academy
Cohen’s independently produced ten-DVD curriculum was particularly important because it became a precursor to his later Krav Maga Online educational platform.
Long before online training became a central part of martial arts education, Cohen had already begun organizing his technical knowledge into progressive video-based learning programmes.
The transition from physical DVDs to digital education allowed him to expand this concept considerably, integrating structured lessons, progressive technical programmes, online learning resources and advanced instructor education into a single platform.
His online academy now provides access to Krav Maga instruction for an international audience, building upon the educational framework developed through his earlier publications.
Explore Krav Maga Online — Official Digital Academy
A Lasting Contribution to Martial Arts Education
Across four principal books and 22 instructional DVDs, Alain Cohen has developed a substantial collection of educational resources devoted to Krav Maga.
His publications reflect three complementary aspects of his professional career: the development of technical knowledge, the education of students and instructors, and the international dissemination of his teaching methodology.
From internationally distributed publications to independently produced belt programmes and modern digital learning, these works demonstrate a continuing commitment to documenting and transmitting Krav Maga as a structured educational discipline.
One of the World's Most Comprehensive Online Krav Maga Training Programs
Cohen developed Krav Maga Online, a multilingual distance-learning platform offering structured training programs, technical demonstrations, and progressive instruction.
The platform has enrolled more than 1,000 students worldwide, enabling participants to study Krav Maga remotely and, subject to the relevant examination and certification requirements, progress toward advanced belt ranks, black belt qualifications, and instructor certification.
Some graduates have subsequently established their own Krav Maga schools or training activities.
Social Media and Digital Audience
More Than 100,000 Combined Followers and Subscribers Worldwide
Alongside his international teaching career, Master Alain Cohen has developed a substantial online presence, sharing Krav Maga instruction, technical demonstrations, professional training footage and international seminar archives with audiences around the world.
His digital platforms collectively represent more than 100,000 follower and subscriber relationships, providing a direct channel for sharing his educational work with martial arts practitioners, instructors and members of the public…
As of October 2026, his reported social media statistics include:
YouTube — KRAVMAGA1: Approximately 72,000 subscribers, hundreds of published videos and over 7.5 million cumulative video views.
Facebook — Alain Cohen: Approximately 25,000 followers across his professional page and personal Facebook presence.
Instagram — @cohen_alain: Approximately 6,000 followers.
TikTok — @kravmagacohen: Approximately 2,000 followers.
LinkedIn — Alain Cohen: A professional network of followers and connections established through his international career.
These figures are approximate, reflect platform-specific counts and may change over time.
KRAVMAGA1 — An Extensive International Video Archive
Among Cohen’s digital platforms, his official YouTube channel, KRAVMAGA1, represents one of the most extensive publicly accessible archives of his professional teaching activities.
Established in the early years of online video publishing, the channel preserves over two decades of professional martial arts activity and contains hundreds of instructional and documentary recordings covering Krav Maga, civilian self-defense, martial arts training, law enforcement defensive tactics and international seminars.
Its content includes technical demonstrations, structured training explanations, historical footage, television interviews and recordings of seminars conducted in numerous countries.
With more than 7.5 million cumulative video views, the channel has provided international visibility for Cohen’s teaching methodology and helped make his educational material accessible to audiences beyond the academies and institutions where he has taught in person.
Explore Alain Cohen’s Official YouTube Channel
International Teaching and Educational Reach
Cohen’s digital presence complements his international instructor-development activities and the educational network established through the Krav Maga Federation — Alain Cohen (KMF-AC).
While his in-person instruction has included seminars, instructor certification courses and professional training in different countries, his online publications allow practitioners and instructors to revisit demonstrations, study technical principles and maintain access to educational material between training sessions.
This combination of direct teaching, internationally published instructional resources and digital education has helped extend the reach of his professional work beyond individual seminars and training centres.
Through the federation, his publications and his online platforms, Cohen continues to support an international community of students and instructors engaged in the study and development of the KMF-AC training system.
Connect With Master Cohen
Follow Alain Cohen’s official platforms for Krav Maga demonstrations, professional announcements, international seminar footage and educational content.
Professional Testimonials & International Endorsements
The Voices of Students, Instructors and Martial Arts Professionals Worldwide
Throughout more than two decades of international teaching, Master Alain Cohen has developed professional relationships with Krav Maga instructors, martial arts school owners and students from different countries and backgrounds.
His educational work has extended beyond individual seminars through instructor certification programmes, long-term technical mentorship, instructional publications and structured online training.
The following collection brings together written testimonials and 17 video recordings documenting personal experiences, professional relationships and perspectives associated with the KMF-AC training system.
International Written Testimonials — Original Letters & Professional References
Explore original testimonials, professional correspondence and institutional documents from law enforcement officers, military personnel, security professionals and Krav Maga instructors worldwide. Click on each name to view the original document.
United States — Police & Military Testimonials
France & Switzerland — Military, Police & Security Professionals
Patrice Elhoff — Instructor for an Elite Unit of the French Army
Frank Tétu — Security Professional, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland
Poland — Krav Maga & Close Protection Professionals
Israel, South Korea & Portugal — Military & Police
Mexico & Spain — International Testimonials
Italy — Commemorative Recognition
Les formations en ligne m'ont beaucoup servi et je m'en sert encore pour chercher ou revoir des détails. Les explications sont claire et les cours sont très bien réalisé. Mais surtout c'est un vrai support pédagogique et évolutif. C'est un très bon outils pour progresser car on peut travailler les techniques à la maison en plus des cours. J'encourage mes élèves à travailler avec ce support au quotidien et en préparation de passage de grade.
Steve RothKMF-AC SWITZERLAND 
I’ve been training Krav Maga under Master Alain Cohen for many years and also using his instructional videos as a training aid. It is the best way, Techniques shown on videos are well organized, have great explanation and are shot from different angles. You can pause, rewind and watch it all over again. It’s a must-have tool for all instructors, but I also highly recommend it to all students.
Greg Dziewonski KMF-AC USA 
Oltre ad allenarmi in Israele con il Maestro Alain Cohen,grazie ai suoi formazione in linea ho potuto ampliare anche a distanza le mie capacità tecniche. Spiegati nei minimi dettagli ti aiutano ad apprendere più velocemente le varie tecniche..e poi sviluppare in allenamento in palestra. Allenamento in palestra più allenamento studiato con videos, binomio perfetto per imparare il Krav Maga originale... velocita cura delle tecniche.. grazie Mastro Alain Cohen
Cristian VariscoKMF-AC ITALY 
Deine Videos sind sehr lehrreich und verständlich aufgebaut! Gerade weil die gezeigten Techniken sehr gut von dir erklärt und gezeigt werden, ist es einfach diese Techniken selbstständig zu trainieren! Auch das Krav Maga System der KMF - AC ist perfekt aufgebaut und sehr effektiv um sich erfolgreich zu verteidigen! Ich hoffe das viele weitere Videos folgen werden!
Simeon DimitriadisKMF-AC GERMANY 
Los videos del Maestro Alain Cohen fueron la razon por la cual me motivaron para ser parte de Krav-Security Federation, el Maestro Cohen brinda ideas claras acerca de Defensa Personal y analizando sus videos traen consigo las raizes de Krav Maga las cuales han servido para ayudar y salvar a muchas personas alrededor del Mundo en momentos de violencia.
los videos son una gran ayuda para revisar detalles de tecnicas en el sistema de Krav Maga.
Israel NavaKMF-AC MEXICO 
저는 키스 라슐리 이고 3년째 크라브마가 강사로 일하고 있습니다.
Alain Cohen’s 강사님은 학생들이 호신술 시스템을 자신 있게 학습하도
록 적절한 지도를 하였습니다.
그는 다양한 모든 수준의 사람들이 배울 수 있는 현실감 있는 호신술을 지도하였습니다.
저는 그를 알게 되어 기뻤으며 KMF, 크라브마가 그룹에 속해있는 것을 영광스럽게 생각하고 있습니다
K. LashleyKMF-AC KOREA 
Alain Cohen est aujourd'hui une référence mondiale dans le domaine du Krav Maga. Vous l'avez compris, pratiquer du Krav Maga avec Alain Cohen, c'est comme être contaminé par un virus, on ne peut plus s’arrêter. Le Krav Maga devient alors un art de vivre, comme le titre de son livre. De plus Alain Cohen, vous offre tous les meilleurs outils pédagogiques, par l'intermédiaire de ses superbes vidéos, Tutos, et de son encyclopédie très complète. Vous aurez l'opportunité de suivre un enseignement de qualité et authentique. Que dire de plus, que je lui suis très reconnaissant.
Henri NicasKMF-AC FRANCE 
Posso assicurare che i curso online del maestro Alain Cohen sono assolutamente essenziali per chi pratica Krav Maga . Le tecniche filmate sono mostrate in maniera semplice ed efficace. Illustrate chiaramente e nei dettagli tecnici e poi visualizzate nella loro potenza esplosiva e velocità .L ' impatto su chi li vede è notevole Eccezionale aiuto per chi studia Necessario per chi insegna ! La loro consultazione migliora le tecniche.
Alberto SiclariKMF-AC ITALY 
Video Testimonials — International Experiences
Personal Accounts, Instructor Perspectives & Krav Maga Training Experiences
The video collection provides an audiovisual record of experiences associated with Cohen’s teaching programmes, international instructor network and digital training resources.
The recordings cover different aspects of Krav Maga education, including technical instruction, progressive learning, online training and professional development….
Hear directly from our students and instructors about their training, personal growth, and experience with Master Alain Cohen.
International Instructor Perspectives
1. Germany — Best Krav Maga Deutschland
A German-language Krav Maga video included in Cohen’s international testimonial archive.
Watch — Best Krav Maga Deutschland
2. International — Krav Maga España, México & Argentina
A Spanish-language international archive associated with Krav Maga practitioners and audiences in Spain, Mexico and Argentina.
Watch — Krav Maga España, México & Argentina
3. International — Krav Maga Peru, Ecuador & Colombia
An additional Spanish-language recording associated with the wider international Krav Maga community in Latin America.
Watch — Krav Maga Peru, Ecuador & Colombia
4. United States — Krav Maga American President
A recording preserved under the original archive title Krav Maga American President, forming part of Cohen’s international video collection.
Watch — Krav Maga American President
Online Education & Personal Training Experiences
5. Krav Maga Online Testimonials
A video collection featuring perspectives associated with the Krav Maga Online learning experience.
Watch — Krav Maga Online Testimonials
6. Jonathan Heuberger — Krav Maga Online Testimonial
A recorded testimonial identified in Cohen’s archive under the name Jonathan Heuberger.
Watch — Jonathan Heuberger’s Testimonial
7. Never Too Late to Start Krav Maga
A recording focused on beginning Krav Maga training and the accessibility of martial arts education to people at different stages of life.
Watch — Never Too Late to Start Krav Maga
8. Krav Maga Online — The Truth
A video presenting perspectives on the Krav Maga Online programme and its approach to martial arts education.
Watch — Krav Maga Online: The Truth
9. Krav Maga — Now It’s Your Turn
A recording addressing the experience and motivation of beginning Krav Maga training.
Watch — Krav Maga: Now It’s Your Turn
10. Krav Maga Online Experience — Is It Really Possible?
A recording exploring the experience of learning Krav Maga through structured online training.
Watch — Krav Maga Online Experience
Additional Video Testimonials & Recorded Experiences
11. France — Stéphane Henry | Krav Maga Online Testimonial
My Learning Experience with Master Alain Cohen
In this video testimonial, Stéphane Henri shares his personal experience of learning Krav Maga Online under the guidance of Master Alain Cohen, discussing his training journey and experience with the educational programme.
Watch Stéphane Henry’s Video Testimonial
12. Italy — Krav Maga Online | Italian Student Testimonial
An Italian Student Shares His Krav Maga Online Experience
An Italian student provides a personal account of his experience with the Krav Maga Online programme, offering his perspective on learning Krav Maga through Cohen’s instructional platform.
Watch the Italian Student’s Video Testimonial
13. Krav Maga — Best Self Defense
A recording associated with the practical application and educational approach of Krav Maga.
Watch — Krav Maga: Best Self Defense
14. Krav Maga — Training Experience
An additional video from the international KMF-AC audiovisual archive.
Watch — Krav Maga Training Experience
15. Krav Maga Black Belt — Testimonial
A video associated with advanced Krav Maga training and black belt progression.
16. Krav Maga — International Video Archive
An additional recording connected with Cohen’s Krav Maga educational activities.
Watch — Krav Maga International Archive
17. Krav Maga Instructor Course — Testimonial
A recorded testimonial associated with a Krav Maga instructor training programme.
Watch — Krav Maga Instructor Course Testimonial
Developing Instructors, Not Just Practitioners
An important aspect of Cohen’s international educational work is the development of future Krav Maga instructors.
Several contributors to his testimonial archive are experienced practitioners, established instructors or individuals involved in their own martial arts teaching activities.
Their experiences illustrate the broader educational role of KMF-AC: providing technical guidance, progressive curricula and professional development resources that can continue to support instructors after an initial seminar or certification programme.
The written testimonials and recordings presented in this section provide personal accounts of those experiences, complementing the documented publications, professional appointments and instructional activities described throughout Cohen’s biography.
An International Educational Community
Together, these testimonials represent a collection of personal perspectives from an international martial arts community.
They illustrate how direct instruction, instructor education, technical publications and online learning can support continuing relationships between a teacher and practitioners across different countries.
For Alain Cohen, this reflects a central principle of his educational philosophy: the role of an instructor extends beyond teaching techniques to guiding the long-term development of each student.
