MR.X
MR. X
Director of IKMF Vietnam
- Expert 1 (E1) Level Instructor
- Certified by IKMF Israel Headquarters
- Established IKMF Vietnam as the leading self-defense organization in the region.
- Trained over 500+ students in civilian self-defense.
- Conducted specialized workshops for corporate security teams.
- Regularly attends GIT updates in Israel to maintain global standards.
Professional Profile
Mr. X is the Director of IKMF Vietnam, leading the development and expansion of authentic Krav Maga training across Vietnam. With a clear vision of raising training standards nationwide, he plays a pivotal role in building a strong, internationally aligned Krav Maga community.
Having spent over a decade in Hong Kong, Mr. X trained extensively as a direct student of Derek Poon—a direct protégé of IKMF Chairman and Master Avi Moyal. Under Derek’s mentorship, he underwent years of rigorous, high-level training, further enhanced through direct instruction and grading by the International Krav Maga Federation’s elite Global Instructors Team (GIT).
Mr. X is certified at the Expert 1 (E1) level in Civilian Krav Maga by IKMF Israel Headquarters. He also holds multiple instructor qualifications, including the Civilian Instructor Course (CIC), Women Instructor Course (WIC), and Kids Instructor Course (KIC), all officially issued by the International Krav Maga Federation in Israel.
Beyond Krav Maga, Mr. X is a Black Belt in Hapkido from XYZ Korea and brings over 20 years of experience in fitness training and Muay Thai. This diverse background strengthens his approach to self-defense, combining technical precision with real-world practicality.
Driven by a deep passion for real-world self-defense, Mr. X is dedicated to empowering individuals across Vietnam with practical, adaptable skills. His training philosophy emphasizes confidence, resilience, and the ability to remain composed under pressure—enabling students not only to defend themselves but to “walk in peace.”
A key focus of his mission is the development of local talent to meet international standards. Mr. X actively trains and mentors students and instructors to achieve advanced certifications directly through IKMF headquarters in Israel. Through this, he ensures that Vietnam contributes meaningfully to the global Krav Maga community while maintaining the highest standards of authenticity and effectiveness.
Derek Poon
IKMF Far East Asia Regional Director
- National Director of IKMF Hong Kong
- IKMF Far East Asia Regional Director
- Certified IKMF E3 Civilian Krav Maga &
IKMF Tactical Shooting Instructor