SO SHE MAY WALK IN PEACE™
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ABOUT ME
Meher Banow
Meher began practicing yoga in 2014. She had been taking group classes at a gym for a while, and wanted to try something new. Initially, she didn’t think that yoga was for her, but after taking her first yoga class, she realized yoga challenged her in ways she has never experienced before: Mind, body, and spirit. Ultimately, she fell in love with yoga sculpt.
As her practice strengthened, she was ever-amazed by the changes she experienced in both her physique and emotional states. As she was dealing with the stresses of the corporate world, a sense of balance came to her, as well as stronger muscles. Soon she knew that yoga was more than a hobby and workout for her; she wanted to make it a way of life.
She completed her yoga certification to deepen her practice and to have the opportunity to share her love of yoga with others.
In 2016, Meher and her sisters began looking for a self-defense class they can take together. Krav Maga appealed to her because it is a self defense training system used in the Israeli military, and it utilizes body mechanics to fight off an attacker. Two very important components 1) She had wanted to join the military when she was young 2) Using her body as a fighting machine/ weapon to protect herself, and others in unfortunate circumstances was what got her hooked!
After 2 years of training, the school owners approached Meher to get certified as an instructor. She teaches adults and kids how to protect themselves and go home safe.
Meher teaches Krav Maga, Yoga & Kickboxing to share her love and knowledge to others who want to learn to protect themselves, heal their mind, body, soul, and get strong.
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"I believe that no woman should be without at least the basic knowledge of self-defense" "So that she may walk in peace"™ - Meher
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Meher is the bomb! She knows her stuff, explains it very well to a newbie and give a terrific workout. I cant recommend MB Defense highly enough.
Crystal
January 13, 2021
Meher is a badass. Seriously. I'm a big, muscular guy and her classes are challenging. Her teaching style really reflects how much she cares about self-defense and her students' ability to survive life threatening situations.
Rick
January 12, 2021
Loved the core and yoga classes I took with Meher! They are fun, challenging, and effective. Meher is an amazing instructor who will motivate you to push yourself. I highly recommend Meher and her classes!
Ginger
September 3, 2018
Prior to my daughter starting Krav Maga, she would take up physical hobbies for a few months then lose interest. However, when she joined Krav Academy Chicago Krav Maga—with Instructor Meher Banow—my kid found incredible motivation. This motivation stems from Meher’s teaching style. Meher is a great instructor who focuses on safety, proper technique and giving genuine encouragement to her students. She is a perfect instructor for children (or adults) who are a little apprehensive about taking a self-defense class/martial arts class or just starting a fitness class.
With respect to safety, Meher takes into consideration each of her students overall safety and level of fitness—she just doesn’t order her students to carry out one exercise after another. Instead she monitors them closely to see how they are responding to the group exercises, constantly reminding her students to breathe deeply and take water breaks.
Proper technique is key to Meher and it shows in her instruction...
Finally, Meher makes class fun and interesting. Meher is very approachable and supportive. She can instill motivation and desire in her students. In addition, she is very receptive to parent feedback and concerns. I strongly encourage parents or anyone interested in Krav Maga or fitness instruction to meet Meher and observe any of her classes
Rob
October 21, 2018
I loved all the classes: krav maga, yoga and kickboxing. Meher is a great instructor, she is very invested in her students' wellbeing. After taking her classes, I feel stronger and a better version of myself. If you are looking for a challenging and calorie-burning workout, this is the place to be!"
Sahara
September 8, 2018
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