MEET JOHNNY SABAR

Johnny Sabar is the chief Instructor and Founder of SABAR DEFENSE (2002-Present).
A highly accomplished martial artist with over 30 years of experience. He began his training at the age of seven and has since achieved mastery in a diverse range of disciplines, including Karate, Krav Maga, Kickboxing and Aikido. His skills were honed during his service in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), where he applied his martial arts expertise in real-life combat scenarios.
Johnny is renowned for developing a unique self-defense system that seamlessly integrates traditional martial arts with cutting-edge practical techniques. This innovative approach has made him a sought-after instructor for individuals, corporate groups, celebrities and elite professionals across various sectors.

Corporate training experience:

NBC Universal, Sony Pictures, Disney, Warner Bros, Fox, UCLA, USC, YMCA, schools, synagogues, churches, after school programs and diverse companies.

Professional Experience:

• Competing and wining full contact Karate tournaments
• Competing and wining several bodybuilding competitions
• Competing in the Ultimate Martial Athlete
• Developed and led self-defense programs tailored for corporate seminars, Exclusive corporate team building, Security guards, small groups, and individual clients.
• Trained a diverse clientele, including bodyguards, law enforcement officers, security personnel, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighters.
• Created and implemented unique training methodologies that combine elements from various martial arts to enhance practical self-defense skills.
• Provided specialized training programs for groups, focusing on tactical defense, physical
  conditioning, and operational readiness.
• Trained Hollywood celebrities in martial arts and self-defense techniques for film roles and personal protection.
• Directed, acted in, and choreographed fight scenes for action films, ensuring the authenticity and intensity of combat sequences.
• Collaborated with actors, stunt teams, and production staff to create dynamic and realistic fight scenes that enhanced the narrative of each film.

Military Experience:

Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) 3 Years

• Applied martial arts training in real-life combat scenarios, enhancing the effectiveness and preparedness of soldiers.
• Conducted training sessions focused on hand-to-hand combat, defense tactics, and physical conditioning.