Nomad Krav Maga® Affiliate Network
Nomad Krav Maga®
Affiliate Network
Evolve Limitless®. The Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Evolve Limitless®.
Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Whether you’re an experienced Krav Maga instructor, an MMA, Muay Thai, or Jiu-Jitsu gym owner, or a motivated martial artist ready to open your first school, Nomad Krav Maga gives you a complete, pressure-tested system for modern self-defense and instructor growth.
The Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network empowers you to teach, grow, and lead through a proven curriculum, certification pathway, and business model that have made Nomad Krav Maga:
An internationally recognized authority in self-defense training
A 5-star award-winning gym in Las Vegas, Nevada, trusted by thousands
A team-run, high-performance school — not a one-person operation
Nomad Krav Maga® Affiliate Network
Nomad Krav Maga®
Affiliate Network
Evolve Limitless®. The Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Evolve Limitless®.
Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Whether you’re an experienced Krav Maga instructor, an MMA, Muay Thai, or Jiu-Jitsu gym owner, or a motivated martial artist ready to open your first school, Nomad Krav Maga gives you a complete, pressure-tested system for modern self-defense and instructor growth.
The Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network empowers you to teach, grow, and lead through a proven curriculum, certification pathway, and business model that have made Nomad Krav Maga:
An internationally recognized authority in self-defense training
A 5-star award-winning gym in Las Vegas, Nevada, trusted by thousands
A team-run, high-performance school — not a one-person operation
What is Nomad Krav Maga®?
Fight-Ready. Weapon-Integrated. Built for Today.
Nomad Krav Maga is the evolution of Krav Maga, fused with MMA, Striking, Grappling, Firearms, Knife, Stick, and Conditioning — creating the Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Our foundation remains Krav Maga’s decisive counterattacks and rapid defenses, elevated through boxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, no-gi Jiu-Jitsu, defensive handgun, and Filipino Martial Arts, all taught using ecological, pressure-tested training that builds adaptability, composure, and control under stress.
You’ll Learn:
7 Methods of Combat: Krav Maga, Striking, Grappling, Conditioning, Firearms, Knife, Stick
Pressure-tested training with sparring and resistance from the Core level
DCAT Process (Dynamic Control & Tactics): control, takedowns, disarms, force options, EDC integration
Verbal de-escalation & legal use-of-force taught from the beginning levels
Fight-tested striking curriculum — combinations, footwork, head movement, sparring progressions
Street-focused grappling — takedowns, escapes, positional control, weapon-aware ground work
Combat conditioning — fight-based strength, endurance, and recovery programming
Firearms, Knife & Stick integration — deployment, retention, transitions, and scenario flow
Instructor development & mentorship — teach, coach, lead: communication and class leadership skills
Ecological dynamics coaching — adaptive drills, randomness, and decision-making under pressure
Plug-and-teach daily class plans authored by Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell
Class design templates — warm-up → progressions → high-intensity application → cooldown
Assessment & progression mapping — clear rubrics from Core → Black Belt for students & coaches
Video library & continuous updates — technique library, drills, and curriculum improvements
What is Nomad Krav Maga®?
Fight-Ready.
Weapon-Integrated.
Built for Today.
Nomad Krav Maga is the evolution of Krav Maga, fused with MMA, Striking, Grappling, Firearms, Knife, Stick, and Conditioning — creating the Nomad Mixed Combat System.
Our foundation remains Krav Maga’s decisive counterattacks and rapid defenses, elevated through boxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, no-gi Jiu-Jitsu, defensive handgun, and Filipino Martial Arts, all taught using ecological, pressure-tested training that builds adaptability, composure, & control.
You’ll Learn:
7 Methods of Combat: Krav Maga, Striking, Grappling, Conditioning, Firearms, Knife, Stick
Pressure-tested from Core: sparring & resistance built in
DCAT Process: control, takedowns, disarms, EDC integration
De-escalation & Law: taught from Level 1
Striking System: combos, footwork, head movement, sparring
Grappling Skills: takedowns, escapes, weapon-aware ground work
Combat Conditioning: strength, endurance, recovery
Weapons Integration: firearm, knife & stick transitions
Instructor Growth: teach, lead, communicate with impact
Ecological Training: adaptive drills & real-time decisions
Plug-and-teach daily class plans authored by Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell
Plug-and-Teach Plans: created by Shane Langwell
Class Templates: warm-up → train → apply → cool down
Progress Mapping: clear path from Core to Black Belt
Video Library: drills, updates & full curriculum access
Take Your Passion Further
Lead the Future of Self-Defense with
Nomad Krav Maga
Whether you’re ready to open your own Nomad Krav Maga Training Center or want to become a Certified Instructor within your existing gym, the Nomad system gives you the structure, coaching, and complete curriculum to lead with confidence — both online and in person.
Our Affiliate Network is built for experienced gym owners and coaches who want to add a modern, integrated Mixed Combat System to their community. For those not quite ready to run a full program, the Apprentice Program provides a guided path to develop teaching skill, confidence, and leadership — preparing you to one day become a certified Nomad instructor or affiliate.
Traditional Krav Maga vs. Nomad Krav Maga Mixed Combat System
Discover the Difference
Old Way
Nomad Way
Static, outdated drills
Dynamic, adaptive training that builds timing and decision-making
One move fits all
Multiple options to flow with energy (Primary / Secondary / Tertiary)
No resistance until advanced
Sparring and grappling from Core level
Unarmed & armed taught seperately
Seamless integration of Striking, Grappling, and Weapons
Rigid curriculum
Evolving system, pressure-proven through real testing
Traditional Krav Maga
vs.
Nomad Krav Maga Mixed Combat
Traditional Krav Maga vs. Nomad Krav Maga Mixed Combat System
Discover the Difference
Old Way
Nomad Way
Static, outdated drills
Dynamic, adaptive training that builds timing and decision-making
One move fits all
Multiple options to flow with energy (Primary / Secondary / Tertiary)
No resistance until advanced
Sparring and grappling from Core level
Unarmed & armed taught seperately
Seamless integration of Striking, Grappling, and Weapons
Rigid curriculum
Evolving system, pressure-proven through real testing
Who This is For
A System Built for Everyone — Evolve Your Training
This program is for leaders ready to evolve:
Krav Maga gym owners modernizing outdated systems
MMA, Muay Thai, and Jiu-Jitsu gyms adding a real-world self-defense program
Traditional martial arts schools (Karate, TKD, JKD, etc.) seeking a tested, modern curriculum
Experienced instructors wanting mentorship and global recognition
New founders ready to launch their own Nomad Krav Maga school with a proven foundation
If you want to expand your skillset, grow your business, and bring real-world self-defense to your community, this is your next step.
Who This is For
A System Built for Everyone — Evolve Your Training
A System Built for Everyone
— Evolve Your Training
This program is for leaders ready to evolve:
Krav Maga gym owners modernizing outdated systems
MMA, Muay Thai, and Jiu-Jitsu gyms adding a real-world self-defense program
Traditional martial arts schools seeking a tested, modern curriculum
Experienced instructors wanting mentorship and global recognition
New founders ready to launch their own Nomad Krav Maga school
If you want to expand your skillset, grow your business, and bring real-world self-defense to your community, this is your next step.
The Nomad Combatant’s Path
Clear Standards. Real Progress.
The Nomad Krav Maga Combatant’s Path is the foundation of every Nomad Network Affiliate and our Instructor Certification Program. It’s a complete, pressure-tested progression that transforms everyday people into elite martial artists and leaders — regardless of where they’re starting from. Built on Nomad Krav Maga’s 7 Methods of Combat and refined through years of real-world teaching, this system gives Affiliates a proven, structured path to teach, lead, and grow their communities with confidence. From Core fundamentals to advanced armed integration, every level builds the physical, tactical, and psychological skills needed to coach students through real violence and real transformation.
Core – Foundations of Combat & Survival
Build the foundation of Nomad Krav Maga through essential Striking, movement, and positional Grappling.
Learn the 7 essential Assault Responses against the most common real-world attacks.
Develop control, power, and confidence through structured sparring and resistive grappling.
Understand use-of-force laws and the fundamentals of legal self-defense.
Forge composure and mindset under stress — the base of all future training.
Level 1 – Unarmed Fighting Specialist
Advance technical Striking with improved combos, head movement, and clinch control.
Train expanded Assault Responses and takedown prevention against high-probability attacks.
Develop verbal de-escalation, victim de-selection, and preemptive Striking strategies.
Increase sparring intensity and randomness to sharpen timing and decision-making.
Reinforce situational awareness, composure, and responsible application of force.
Level 2 – Advanced Practitioner
Integrate the full DCAT (Dynamic Control & Tactics) process for Knife, Stick, and Firearms threats.
Learn 8 structured takedowns and 5 termination options for ending a fight on your terms.
Add submissions, sweeps, and advanced positional control under real resistance.
Experience intermediate scenario training with environmental and psychological stress.
Expand understanding of self-defense law and decision-making under duress.
Level 3 – High-Threat Specialist
Add primary, secondary, and tertiary options to previous Assault Responses.
Train for hostage scenarios, high-threat knife and gun survival, and advanced de-escalation.
Incorporate dirty boxing, ambidextrous striking, and brutal fight finishers.
Expand Grappling, takedown chains, and chokes for both standing and ground combat.
Engage in advanced, high-intensity scenario training with unpredictable resistance.
Level 4 – Armed Integration & Weapon Systems
Integrate Firearm (handgun), Knife, and Stick into live Combatives, standing and on the ground.
Advanced weapon retention, concealed draw, and in-fight access during close-quarters combat.
Drill malfunction clearing, marksmanship fundamentals, and rapid reloads under pressure.
Train knife and stick flow systems, including Knife vs. Knife, Stick vs. Stick, and more.
Study legalities of armed defense and refine advanced sparring with weapon transitions.
Level 5 – Mixed Combatant
Combine unarmed, Firearm, Knife, and Stick seamlessly for full-spectrum combat readiness.
Train for high-threat scenarios including carjackings, active shooters, and third-party protection.
Expand into multiple-opponent combat, finishing flows, and advanced protective tactics.
Refine advanced Grappling, weapons-based clinch work, and ground fighting integrations.
Complete capstone scenarios that pressure-test your skills, mindset, and legal readiness.
Black Belt Test — Nomad Krav Maga Capstone
A single, uncompromising capstone reserved for Certified Instructors who have completed Level Core–5 and proven themselves as elite integrators of the system. The Nomad Black Belt Test is a multi-day, high-intensity evaluation that combines teaching ability, leadership, real-world decision-making, and elite survival skills into one rigorous experience. This test is designed to certify not just technical proficiency, but the candidate’s ability to lead others, manage complex evolving threats, and make lawful, high-pressure decisions when it matters most.
Advanced Instructor Ability — curriculum delivery, class design, corrections, and safe high-stress training
Leadership Development — team management, communication, conflict resolution, and mentoring skills
Complex Scenario Mastery — multi-attacker, vehicle, and active-threat drills requiring adaptive tactics
Legal & Ethical Decision-Making Under Stress — applying use-of-force law, proportionality, and post-incident duties
Advanced Threat Survival — integrated weapon defense, retention, and transitions in all ranges
From Practitioner to Leader — The Nomad Krav Maga Instructor Path.
Nomad Krav Maga is built on creating leaders — Instructors who can develop fighters, protectors, and confident human beings. Whether you’re an experienced martial artist looking to expand your system or a passionate beginner seeking to become a certified instructor, the Nomad Network Affiliate Program gives you the tools, curriculum, and mentorship to succeed. Each level of the Combatant’s Path not only refines fighting ability but also builds teaching skill, leadership, and decision-making under stress. This isn’t just about earning rank — it’s about joining a worldwide network of instructors committed to evolving, teaching, and leading through the Nomad Krav Maga system.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t have your own gym yet, or you want advanced mentorship, apply for our Apprentice Program. This program is designed to help dedicated practitioners learn how to become instructors through expert guidance and mentorship from our Senior Instructor Team, including our Chief Instructor. The Apprentice Program can be completed remotely from anywhere in the world and serves as the perfect first step toward becoming a certified Nomad Krav Maga instructor. Visit our Apprentice Program page for more information and to apply.
The Combatant’s Path
Clear Standards.
Real Progress.
The Nomad Krav Maga Combatant’s Path is the foundation of every Nomad Network Affiliate and our Instructor Certification Program. It’s a complete, pressure-tested progression that transforms everyday people into elite martial artists and leaders — regardless of where they’re starting from. Built on Nomad Krav Maga’s 7 Methods of Combat and refined through years of real-world teaching, this system gives Affiliates a proven, structured path to teach, lead, and grow their communities with confidence. From Core fundamentals to advanced armed integration, every level builds the physical, tactical, and psychological skills needed to coach students through real violence and real transformation.
Core:
Foundations of Combat
Build the foundation of Nomad Krav Maga through essential Striking, movement, and positional Grappling.
Learn the 7 essential Assault Responses against the most common real-world attacks.
Develop control, power, and confidence through structured sparring and resistive grappling.
Understand use-of-force laws and the fundamentals of legal self-defense.
Forge composure and mindset under stress — the base of all future training.
Level 1:
Unarmed Specialist
Advance technical Striking with improved combos, head movement, and clinch control.
Train expanded Assault Responses and takedown prevention against high-probability attacks.
Develop verbal de-escalation, victim de-selection, and preemptive Striking strategies.
Increase sparring intensity and randomness to sharpen timing and decision-making.
Reinforce situational awareness, composure, and responsible application of force.
Level 2:
Advanced Practitioner
Integrate the full DCAT (Dynamic Control & Tactics) Process for Weapon threats.
Learn 8 structured takedowns and 5 terminations for ending a fight quickly.
Add submissions, sweeps, and advanced positional control under real resistance.
Experience intermediate scenario training with environmental induced stress.
Expand understanding of self-defense law and decision-making under duress.
Level 3:
High-Threat Specialist
Add primary, secondary, and tertiary options to previous Assault Responses.
Train for hostage scenarios and high-threat knife and gun survival.
Incorporate dirty boxing, ambidextrous striking, and brutal fight finishers.
Expand Grappling, takedown chains, and chokes for standing and ground combat.
Engage in advanced, high-intensity scenario training with more resistance.
Level 4:
Armed Integration
Integrate Firearm, Knife, and Stick into live Combatives, standing & on the ground.
Advanced weapon retention, concealed draw, and in-fight access.
Drill malfunction clearing, marksmanship fundamentals, and rapid reloads.
Train Knife and Stick flow systems, including Knife vs. Knife, & Stick vs. Stick.
Study legalities of armed defense and refine sparring with weapon transitions.
Level 5:
Mixed Combatant
Combine unarmed, Firearm, Knife, and Stick for full-spectrum combat.
Train for defending carjackings, active shooters, and third-party protection.
Expand into multiple-opponent combat, finishing flows, and advanced tactics.
Refine advanced Grappling, weapons-based clinch work, and ground fighting.
Complete capstone scenarios that pressure-test your skills & mindset.
Black Belt Test —
Nomad Krav Maga Capstone
Black Belt Test:
Nomad Krav Maga Capstone
A single, uncompromising capstone reserved for Certified Instructors who have completed Level Core–5 and proven themselves as elite integrators of the system. The Nomad Black Belt Test is a multi-day, high-intensity evaluation that combines teaching ability, leadership, real-world decision-making, and elite survival skills into one rigorous experience. This test is designed to certify not just technical proficiency, but the candidate’s ability to lead others, manage complex evolving threats, and make lawful, high-pressure decisions when it matters most.
Advanced Instructor Ability — curriculum delivery, class design, corrections, and safe high-stress training
Leadership Development — team management, communication, conflict resolution, and mentoring skills
Complex Scenario Mastery — multi-attacker, vehicle, and active-threat drills requiring adaptive tactics
Legal & Ethical Decision-Making Under Stress — applying use-of-force law, proportionality, and post-incident duties
Advanced Threat Survival — integrated weapon defense, retention, and transitions in all ranges
From Practitioner to Leader — Krav Maga Instructor Path
From Practitioner to Leader —
Krav Maga Instructor Path
Nomad Krav Maga is built on creating leaders — Instructors who can develop fighters, protectors, and confident human beings. Whether you’re an experienced martial artist looking to expand your system or a passionate beginner seeking to become a certified instructor, the Nomad Network Affiliate Program gives you the tools, curriculum, and mentorship to succeed. Each level of the Combatant’s Path not only refines fighting ability but also builds teaching skill, leadership, and decision-making under stress. This isn’t just about earning rank — it’s about joining a worldwide network of instructors committed to evolving, teaching, and leading through the Nomad Krav Maga system.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t have your own gym yet, or you want advanced mentorship, apply for our Apprentice Program. This program is designed to help dedicated practitioners learn how to become instructors through expert guidance and mentorship from our Senior Instructor Team, including our Chief Instructor. The Apprentice Program can be completed remotely from anywhere in the world and serves as the perfect first step toward becoming a certified Nomad Krav Maga instructor. Visit our Apprentice Program page for more information and to apply.
Instructor Development First
We Don’t Just Build Practitioners —
We Build Leaders.
We Don’t Just Build Practitioners —
We Build Leaders.
At Nomad Krav Maga, our priority is developing exceptional instructors — not just skilled practitioners.
Through mentorship, coaching, and leadership training, we help instructors learn not only what to teach, but how to communicate and transfer knowledge effectively. Whether you’re a first-time coach or a seasoned gym owner, our program refines your ability to lead by example, connect with students, and create lasting transformation in your community.
Direct mentorship from Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell and senior Instructor team
Instructor coaching for teaching clarity and effective class management
Leadership frameworks to improve communication and motivation
Ongoing education helping advanced instructors keep evolving
Our focus is simple: help you become a world-class instructor who inspires students and grows a thriving gym.
Instructor Development First
We Don’t Just Build Practitioners — We Build Leaders.
At Nomad Krav Maga, our priority is developing exceptional instructors — not just skilled practitioners.
Through mentorship, coaching, and leadership training, we help instructors learn not only what to teach, but how to communicate and transfer knowledge effectively. Whether you’re a first-time coach or a seasoned gym owner, our program refines your ability to lead by example, connect with students, and create lasting transformation in your community.
Direct mentorship from Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell and senior Instructor team
Instructor coaching for teaching clarity and effective class management
Leadership frameworks to improve communication and motivation
Ongoing education helping advanced instructors keep evolving
Our focus is simple: help you become a world-class instructor who inspires students and grows a thriving gym.
Weapons Specialization Paths
Expand Your Skillset. Lead with Complete Capability.
Within the Affiliate Network, the Stick, Knife, and Firearms methods each offer additional specialist progression tracks for instructors and practitioners who want to deepen their skillset and expand what they can teach. These specialist paths provide advanced technical training, scenario-based integration, and instructor-level certification so you can confidently teach weapon-specific courses, broaden your personal options in the fight, and add high-value programming to your school.
Firearms Certification Course
Fundamentals & Safety: utilizing laser-based trainers - safe handling, grip/stance, fundamentals of marksmanship, shooting from concealment, malfunction clearing, and reload mechanics — all taught with immediate emphasis on legal responsibilities.
Dynamic Weapon Access & Retention: drawing from concealment, in-fight access, retention under grappling, transitions between one-handed and two-handed control, and movement/shooting under physiological stress.
Close-Quarters & Integrated Combatives: handgun-centric clinch and ground grappling, weapon retention vs. disarm drills, low-light and stress-inoculated scenario work, and options for seamless integration of combat skills.
Knife Certification Course
Blade Fundamentals & Safety: safe carry and grip mechanics, immediate deployment from EDC, basic cutting/stabbing mechanics, and legal considerations for carriage and use.
Defensive & Offensive Flow Drills: layered primary/secondary/tertiary options for knife vs. unarmed and knife vs. knife; control, redirect, and disarm progressions built into live flow drills.
Close-Range Integration & Finishing: in-fight access, improvised blade use, clinch/knife grappling, finishing flows, and scenario training that integrates medical priorities and legal after-action decision-making.
Stick Certification Course
Mechanics & Timing: fundamentals of striking angles, range management, footwork, and power generation specific to short- and long-stick tools (including improvised blunt objects).
Defensive Systems & Counters: blocks, redirections, disarms, and containment strategies; stick-vs-stick and stick-vs-knife flow progressions to build timing and counter-measure instincts.
Force Integration & Mobility: weapon transitions, using the stick for retention/controlled striking, ground-to-stand flow with a stick, movement under impact, and scenario drills emphasizing legal, proportional response.
Deepen your knowledge and expand your capabilities as an instructor and practitioner—add high-value weapons skills to your toolkit and broaden what you can teach.
Weapons
Specialization
Expand Your Skillset.
Lead with Complete Capability.
Within the Affiliate Network, the Stick, Knife, and Firearms methods each offer additional specialist progression tracks for instructors and practitioners who want to deepen their skillset and expand what they can teach. These specialist paths provide advanced technical training, scenario-based integration, and instructor-level certification so you can confidently teach weapon-specific courses, broaden your personal options in the fight, and add high-value programming to your school.
Firearms Certification
Fundamentals & Safety: utilizing laser-based trainers - safe handling, grip/stance, fundamentals of marksmanship, shooting from concealment, malfunction clearing, and reload mechanics — all taught with immediate emphasis on legal responsibilities.
Dynamic Weapon Access & Retention: drawing from concealment, in-fight access, retention under grappling, transitions between one-handed and two-handed control, and movement/shooting under stress.
Close-Quarters & Integrated Combatives: handgun-centric clinch and ground grappling, weapon retention vs. disarm drills, low-light and stress-inoculated scenario work, and options for seamless integration of skills.
Knife Certification
Blade Fundamentals & Safety: safe carry and grip mechanics, immediate deployment from EDC, basic cutting/stabbing mechanics, and legal considerations for carriage and use.
Defensive & Offensive Flow Drills: layered primary/secondary/tertiary options for knife vs. unarmed and knife vs. knife; control, redirect, and disarm progressions built into live flow drills.
Close-Range Integration & Finishing: in-fight access, improvised blade use, clinch/knife grappling, finishing flows, and scenario training that integrates medical priorities and legal after-action decision-making.
Stick Certification
Mechanics & Timing: fundamentals of striking angles, range management, footwork, and power generation specific to short- and long-stick tools (including improvised blunt objects).
Defensive Systems & Counters: blocks, redirections, disarms, and containment strategies; stick-vs-stick and stick-vs-knife flow progressions to build timing and counter-measure instincts.
Force Integration & Mobility: weapon transitions, using the stick for retention/controlled striking, ground-to-stand flow with a stick, movement under impact, and scenario drills emphasizing legal, proportional response.
Deepen your knowledge and expand your capabilities as an instructor and practitioner—add high-value weapons skills to your toolkit and broaden what you can teach.
Why Gym Owners and Instructors Choose Nomad
Modernize. Grow. Evolve.
Nomad Krav Maga gives gym owners and instructors a complete, modernized system that attracts new members, keeps them engaged, and develops true fighters from day one. Our affiliate program equips you with a curriculum proven in our award-winning Las Vegas Elite Training Center, mentorship that elevates even experienced coaches, and business systems that help your school thrive without burning out the owner. Whether you want to modernize your Krav Maga school, expand your MMA or BJJ academy, or open your first gym, Nomad provides the structure, guidance, and credibility to grow with confidence.
Add a modern, weapons-integrated Krav Maga system to your gym
Attract a new market of self-defense-focused students
Improve retention with training that feels real from day one
Learn from world-class mentors dedicated to instructor growth
Access proven systems behind a 5-star Las Vegas gym
Build a team-run school and avoid owner burnout
Join a globally respected brand for excellence and innovation
Why Gym Owners and Instructors Choose Us
Modernize.
Grow.
Evolve.
Nomad Krav Maga gives gym owners and instructors a complete, modernized system that attracts new members, keeps them engaged, and develops true fighters from day one. Our affiliate program equips you with a curriculum proven in our award-winning Las Vegas Elite Training Center, mentorship that elevates even experienced coaches, and business systems that help your school thrive without burning out the owner. Whether you want to modernize your Krav Maga school, expand your MMA or BJJ academy, or open your first gym, Nomad provides the structure, guidance, and credibility to grow with confidence.
Add a modern, weapons-integrated Krav Maga system to your gym
Attract a new market of self-defense-focused students
Improve retention with training that feels real from day one
Learn from world-class mentors dedicated to instructor growth
Access proven systems behind a 5-star Las Vegas gym
Build a team-run school and avoid owner burnout
Join a globally respected brand for excellence and innovation
The 7 Methods of Combat
One System. Seven Disciplines. Complete Integration.
One System.
Seven Disciplines.
Complete Integration.
The 7 Methods of Combat are the backbone of the Nomad Mixed Combat System — a fully integrated approach that links Nomad Krav Maga with Striking, Grappling, Conditioning, Firearms, Knife, and Stick so every lesson, drill, and progression connects unarmed and armed skills into practical, pressure-tested defenses. This integrated framework ensures students learn how to transition between striking, clinch, ground, and weapon scenarios smoothly while developing the timing, decision-making, and resilience needed for real-world violence. For a full breakdown of what each method covers and how they fit into our Combatant’s Path, visit our 7 Methods of Combat page.
Nomad Krav Maga: real-world self-defense and fighting
Striking: Muay-Thai and boxing-inspired system & sparring
Grappling: combat wrestling & no-gi Jiu-Jitsu for the street
Conditioning: fight-based training for real endurance and power
Firearms: dry-fire, live-fire, concealment, retention, and judgment training
Knife: deployment, retention, targeting, armed grappling
Stick: blunt-weapon control, disarms, improvised defense
Affiliate Benefits
What You Get as an Official Nomad Krav Maga® Affiliate
License to represent the Nomad Krav Maga® brand globally
Website listing and affiliate spotlights across Nomad platforms
Complete Instructor Certification Path: Core → Black Belt
Instructor Development Program with ongoing mentorship
Ready-made daily class curriculums, including drills
Video library of techniques and drills (continuously updated)
Proven business systems that made Nomad Krav Maga a top-performing, 5-star school run by a professional team
As an official Nomad Krav Maga® Affiliate, you gain access to everything needed to teach, lead, and grow successfully. You’ll receive full brand licensing, complete daily class plans written by Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell, instructor certification pathways from Core through Black Belt, and direct mentorship from our senior team. Affiliates also benefit from our proven systems, video libraries, and global recognition — all designed to help you build a world-class training center that runs efficiently, produces outstanding results, and carries the respected Nomad name.
How It Works
Simple. Fast. Proven.
1️⃣ Apply – Share your background or launch plan.
2️⃣ Interview & Approval – Confirm alignment and readiness.
3️⃣ Certification Course – Complete your first Nomad Instructor Course.
4️⃣ Launch – Begin your Nomad Krav Maga program with structured support.
5️⃣ Grow – Expand your reach and evolve your instructors with continued coaching.
Meet Our Chief Instructor — Shannon "Shane" Langwell
Meet Our Chief Instructor — Shannon "Shane" Langwell
A lifelong martial artist devoted to evolving real self-defense.
I’ve dedicated my adult life to studying what actually works in real violence — and turning it into a system that helps everyday people grow stronger, safer, and more confident.
Founder of Nomad Krav Maga and Nomad Mixed Combat, Shane has built a complete training system that blends Krav Maga, MMA, and weapons-based tactics into a practical, modern approach to real-world self-defense.
Teaching Krav Maga professionally since 2012 and running his own training center since 2016.
Certifying instructors in Nomad Krav Maga since 2020, helping schools evolve their programs worldwide.
Second-degree black belt in Krav Maga from the nation’s first and largest Krav Maga organization — before leaving to evolve the system and found Nomad Krav Maga.
Level 7 Integrative Defense Strategies Instructor & Certified Tactical Firearms Instructor through Progressive Force Concepts.
Traveled and trained at over 30 Krav Maga schools nationwide to study how they operate and refine his own program — taking the best of each and building something greater.
Cross-trained in firearms, police defensive tactics, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Filipino martial arts to create the Nomad Mixed Combat System, a complete and integrated method for modern self-defense.
A true Nomad of martial arts, driven to modernize Krav Maga into the most effective and respected self-defense system in the world.
A constant student of combat and performance, continually refining the Nomad system through live testing, sparring, and evolving methodology.
A lifelong martial artist devoted to evolving real self-defense.
Meet Our Chief Instructor — Shannon "Shane" Langwell
I’ve dedicated my adult life to studying what actually works in real violence — and turning it into a system that helps everyday people grow stronger, safer, and more confident.
Founder of Nomad Krav Maga and Nomad Mixed Combat, Shane has built a complete training system that blends Krav Maga, MMA, and weapons-based tactics into a practical, modern approach to real-world self-defense.
Teaching Krav Maga professionally since 2012 and running his own training center since 2016.
Certifying instructors in Nomad Krav Maga since 2020, helping schools evolve their programs worldwide.
Second-degree black belt in Krav Maga from the nation’s first and largest Krav Maga organization — before leaving to evolve the system and found Nomad Krav Maga.
Level 7 Integrative Defense Strategies Instructor & Certified Tactical Firearms Instructor through Progressive Force Concepts.
Traveled and trained at over 30 Krav Maga schools nationwide to study how they operate and refine his own program — taking the best of each and building something greater.
Cross-trained in firearms, police defensive tactics, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Filipino martial arts to create the Nomad Mixed Combat System, a complete and integrated method for modern self-defense.
A true Nomad of martial arts, driven to modernize Krav Maga into the most effective and respected self-defense system in the world.
A constant student of combat and performance, continually refining the Nomad system through live testing, sparring, and evolving methodology.
Train Online. Evolve Everywhere.
Join the Nomad Mixed Combat Training Community.
The Nomad Mixed Combat Training Community is our free online group where members of all experience levels come together to learn, train, and grow. You’ll gain instant access to lessons, livestreams, and resources designed to help you sharpen your skills — even if you can’t train in person.
Inside, you’ll find:
A global network of students, instructors, and affiliates
Step-by-step guides and training videos from Shane and the Nomad team
Tips on self-defense, fitness, mindset, and performance
Exclusive challenges and community events
A supportive environment focused on growth, not ego
Whether you’re a beginner, a current member, or a future instructor, the Nomad Training Group keeps you connected, motivated, and evolving with the movement.
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Recognized for Excellence in Training and Business Leadership
National Recognition for Innovation and Integrity
Nomad Krav Maga continues to set the standard for professional self-defense training and martial arts business success. Our commitment to innovation, community impact, and results-driven leadership has earned recognition from top national platforms — highlighting not just what we teach, but how we operate.
Yelp Top 100 Local Businesses 2024
Nomad Krav Maga was honored as one of Yelp’s Top 100 Local Businesses of 2024, celebrating our consistent 5-star reputation and community trust in Las Vegas, NV. This recognition highlights the real-world impact of our training system, our exceptional team, and the results our members experience every day — proof that quality instruction and a strong culture create lasting success.
Featured on Entrepreneur.com 2025
Entrepreneur.com spotlighted Nomad Krav Maga in the article “Beyond Self-Defense – How Nomad Krav Maga Builds Community,” recognizing our business model, leadership approach, and instructor development systems that empower both coaches and students. The feature underscored our balance of real-world effectiveness, strong mentorship, & modern business systems to help instructors succeed.
These honors reflect Nomad Krav Maga’s dedication to excellence in training, leadership, and sustainable business growth. They stand as proof that when you join the Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network, you’re aligning with a brand recognized worldwide for quality, innovation, & integrity.
Trusted. Tested. Proven.
Over 500 verified 5-star reviews and Changing Lives Since 2016
Teach and lead a system proven to work — under pressure and in real life.
Lead. Teach. Grow — worldwide.
Real Krav Maga + real business systems for instructors and gym owners. Proven, modern, and built for results.
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Lead. Teach. Grow — worldwide.
Real Krav Maga + real business systems for instructors and gym owners. Proven, modern, and built for results.
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Not Ready for Full Affiliation Yet?
Start With the Apprentice Program
Start With the
Apprentice Program
If you’re passionate about one day becoming an instructor but not ready to open a gym, the Nomad Krav Maga Apprentice Program is your path forward.
The Apprentice Program guides aspiring instructors through direct mentorship from our senior instructor team, including Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell, helping you build the skill, confidence, and understanding needed to one day lead your own classes or Official Training Center as an Affiliate.
Structured training in teaching fundamentals
Leadership and communication development
Direct feedback from experienced mentors
A clear path into the official Instructor Certification track
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Instructor certification, becoming an Affiliate & the Nomad Krav Maga system.
Do I need to be a certified instructor to join the Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network?
No — you don’t need any prior certification. We train instructors from the ground up through our Instructor Certification and Apprentice Programs, guiding you step by step to become a confident, qualified coach under the Nomad system.
Can I integrate Nomad Krav Maga into my existing martial arts school?
Yes. The Nomad system is designed to blend seamlessly with MMA, Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, or traditional martial arts programs. It’s a complete Mixed Combat System that complements your current curriculum and attracts a new market of students seeking real-world self-defense.
Are daily classes and curriculums provided?
Yes — Affiliates receive fully written daily class plans created by Chief Instructor Shannon “Shane” Langwell, the same lessons proven for over a decade in our 5-star Las Vegas Elite Training Center. Every class is detailed to save you time while maintaining elite teaching standards.
What does the instructor certification process include?
Our Instructor Certification Path takes you from Core through Black Belt, with structured progressions in striking, grappling, and weapons integration. Each stage includes technical training, coaching methodology, testing standards, and mentorship to ensure instructors teach safely, effectively, and with confidence.
How does instructor mentorship work?
You’ll receive direct mentorship from Shannon “Shane” Langwell and our senior instructor team through online sessions, video feedback, and continuous coaching. We focus on improving both your personal skill and your ability to teach, lead, and manage classes effectively.
What are the benefits of joining the Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network?
Affiliates gain brand licensing, global recognition, full curriculum access, daily class plans, ongoing mentorship, and inclusion in our worldwide Nomad network. You’ll also receive guidance on class delivery, instructor development, and long-term school growth.
How is Nomad Krav Maga different from other Krav Maga licensing programs?
Nomad Krav Maga is a modern, weapons-integrated system built on real pressure-testing, sparring, and ecological training methods. Unlike traditional licensing programs that focus on static drills, Nomad Affiliates teach dynamic, scenario-based training designed for today’s world.
What support do affiliates receive after joining?
You’ll have ongoing access to curriculum updates, new training videos, and instructor development sessions. Our team provides continued mentorship and support to help you grow your school, improve teaching quality, and maintain high training standards.
Can I open a Nomad Krav Maga Training Center if I don’t own a gym yet?
Yes. Affiliates can start by teaching part-time or small-group classes before opening a full facility. We’ll help you create a launch plan, structure your programs, and grow into a certified Nomad Training Center at your own pace.
What if I’m not ready for full affiliation yet?
You can start in the Apprentice Program, which helps you build teaching skill, confidence, and leadership under the guidance of our senior instructor team until you’re ready to become a certified instructor or affiliate.
Ready to Bring Nomad Krav Maga to Your Community?
Join the worldwide movement redefining self-defense through modern, Mixed Combat training. Become part of the Nomad Krav Maga Affiliate Network and Instructor Certification Program — and lead the next generation of protectors and instructors.