ABOUT US
SPECIALTY
Jericho Tactical Academy is a self-protection academy that houses various angles of defense concepts. We specialize in Krav Maga, Firearms training and Fitness. Training sessions are designed to educate, prepare and better our your chances to skillfully survive emergency situations. We deliver context that can be applied for both civilians as well as first responders and does not require any previous experience.
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Our Instructors are highly qualified in their fields. We understand the importance of context in training and how training is applied when it matters most.
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Our mission is to build groups and individuals physically & mentally capable of defending themselves while providing the best tools available to preserve life.
THE ACADEMY
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Main Academy - Denver, NC
758 NORTH INGLESIDE FARM ROAD, IRON STATION, NC 28080
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Our academy is located near Denver, NC (an easy 30-minute drive North West of Uptown Charlotte, NC) and conveniently accessible to both the North Charlotte and Lake Norman areas. We are equipped with a state of the art training equipment and accommodates both Combatives, Tactical Fitness, as well as Firearms Training. The academy is seated on a 100 acre farm that offers trail running, obstacle course and outdoor activities used in our Tactical Fitness Program. Parking is available onsite as well as restrooms, coffee and water station, and an outdoor break area.
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ADIR RAFAEL
FIREARMS TRAINER | KRAV COACH
Adir began his career in the security field in the late 2000s, serving in a military leadership role within a combat unit, where he developed strong decision making, leadership, and operational skills under pressure.
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Following his military service, he transitioned into government security work, contributing to protective operations and the safety of senior officials and sensitive facilities in both domestic and international environments. This experience exposed him to a wide range of real world threats and reinforced a practical, no nonsense approach to security and preparedness.
After relocating to the United States, Adir continued working in high level security roles, focusing on protective services and security operations within diplomatic and public sector settings. He later moved into private consulting, advising organizations on strengthening safety, improving situational awareness, and building effective response systems.
In 2018, Adir founded Jericho Tactical Academy in the Charlotte area. His coaching is built on real world experience, with a focus on simple, effective, and adaptable skills. He emphasizes clear decision making, strong fundamentals, and the ability to perform under stress, helping individuals and organizations become more capable, confident, and prepared.
OUR TEAM
TARA BROWN
KRAV COACH
Tara has had a passion for self defense since she was a teenager. She has trained at Jericho since 2020. In her time on the mats at Jericho Tactical Academy, she tested and passed Practitioner 1-Practitioner 5 Krav Maga levels. In her training, Tara has learned that in order to achieve goals and achieve greatness, overcoming mental hurdles are just as important as overcoming the physical hurdles.
Tara has a passion for bringing out the warrior in her teammates and loves coaching students that want to find the fighter within themselves. She loves empowering people to take control of their own lives and learn skills that may save their lives one day. Tara knows that her growth and learning should never stop and continues to participate in group classes and private sessions to grow her own physical and mental skills.
RYAN KING
PISTOL FUNDAMENTALS
Ryan’s focal point is the development and training of pistol fundamentals. Ryan's extensive training experience started with Jericho Tactical Academy and progressed to further develop his knowledge in the world of firearms training. Ryan’s main goal is to support and guide everyone’s firearm journey in a safety-first approach. The firearms industry can be intimidating at times, but through commitment, guidance, and support, anyone can become well versed in the subject.
Ryan believes that no matter what experience or skill level we may be at, we all can learn and grow together in this journey. Ryan, outside of firearms training, enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as exploring local events in the Charlotte are. Ryan looks forward to meeting and working together in your new journey!
MEDIA
On top of providing the highest level of training, Jericho also provides SECURITY SOLUTIONS to Education Facilities, Houses of Worship, Healthcare Facilities and private organizations across the South East.
Jericho provides top-tier emergency training coverage tailored to your organization's culture and operations. Our methods are field-proven and inspired by one of the world's most prestigious security agencies (Shin-Bet). Jericho embraces simplicity and understands that "if your plan is not simple, it will simply not happen". Thinking out of the box and tailoring the most suitable emergency plan to your organization is imperative in today's climate. We will train your staff to respond properly and guide them during drills to reach better future results!