The fundamental principle of Krav Maga, the Israeli martial art, is simple: do what you have to do to protect yourself and to cause your attacker the maximum pain possible. For instance, learn how to break the hold of an attacker who’s sitting on your stomach and trying to strangle you. Even better, perfect a groin kick. This is the kind of class that’ll help you stay super-safe – and super-fit.

Sachin Kanvinde takes classes at AM’s Studio, Prasad Co-operative Housing Society’s basement, B Cabin Road, near Swad restaurant, Naupada, Thane (W). Call on +91 98338 79677 to register.

Tue, Thur, 6.30pm. Sun 9.30am. R4,000 for 3 months.

Mehul Vora conducts classes at MP Shah School, near McDonald’s, Sarojini Road, Vile Parle. Call on +91 98200 55730 to register

Tue, Thur, 6.30pm. Basic, intermediate and advanced courses cost R6,000 each, for six months.