About AGOGE KRAV MAGA

At Agoge Krav Maga, we are more than a self-defense academy—we are a mission-driven community dedicated to empowering East Texans with life-saving skills, practical fitness, and unshakable confidence. We provide comprehensive, realistic self-defense training designed for families, individuals, and professionals who take personal safety seriously.

Our Lindale Krav Maga programs are rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the ability to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their community. In an unpredictable world, preparation is essential. We reject sport-based limitations and focus on techniques that work when it matters most—on the street, at home, or in high-risk professions.

Our Balanced Warrior™ system blends physical readiness with emotional intelligence. We understand that real-world threats don't just test your body—they test your mind. That's why our programs incorporate stress management, mindfulness, and emotional control alongside effective self-defense techniques. The result is a stronger, more capable version of yourself—confident, aware, and ready.

Agoge Krav Maga's instructors are among the most qualified and respected self-defense experts in East Texas. They bring decades of experience, extensive credentials, and a passion for community service to every class.

Asher Lester is a Certified 3rd Degree Black Belt Krav Maga Instructor, Mindfulness Teacher, Breathing Coach, and Behavioral Analyst with a Master of Education. Asher's background includes over 18 years in Behavioral Analysis, working with individuals ranging from infants to adults over 50. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's in Education with a focus on Behavior Analysis. His training includes extensive certifications in mindfulness and breathwork from globally recognized programs such as Mindful Schools, Unified Mindfulness, MindSize, Heart Math, mPEAK, and the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach.

Asher is also certified in advanced breathwork techniques through Jon Paul Crimi, XPT Life, The Breathing Class, Breathing for Warriors by Dr. Belisa Vranich, and the Life Awareness Project. His unique expertise allows him to guide students in strengthening both body and mind—developing the ability to cope with physical danger, mental stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life's everyday challenges.

Asher's philosophy centers on building Balanced Warriors—individuals who are courageous, compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and physically capable of defending themselves and protecting others. His mission is to help East Texans of all ages become strong, resilient, and ready for life's challenges.

Elle has been training in Krav Maga for 12 years. During that time, she has gained extensive experience working with children and adults. She worked in a pediatric psychology clinic as a Registered Behavior Technician where she learned the skills to be an exceptional coach and instructor for children. She has been certified to teach youth and adult students nonviolent de-escalation, combatives, self-defense, and has been certified as a Personal Trainer by ISSA.

Elle is a Phase C certified instructor through Krav Maga Worldwide and the Krav Maga Association of America. She is passionate about working with children and adults who are serious about their training, their own personal safety, and the safety of their communities.