With over 25 yearsof teaching experience and decades spent in high-level security environments, Dave stands as one of Australia’s most comprehensively qualified personal safety experts. As the Director and Chief Instructor of Krav Maga Australia, he brings a global perspective to the mat, holding instructor accreditations under four international Krav Maga Federations and serving as the Australian Head Instructor for the Combat Krav Maga International Association. 

Building upon a foundational background in Muay Thai, Dave has meticulously expanded his tactical repertoire. He is a Level 2 accredited instructor in the Floro Fighting System under Guro Ray Floro and has progressed through the advanced levels of the Kinetic Fighting (KEF) System. These elite disciplines, combined with his extensive real-world security background, ensure that the training he provides is grounded in practical, high-stakes reality. 

What truly sets Dave’s approach apart is his commitment to the person behind the practitioner. As a Trauma Informed Coach, he integrates a deep understanding of psychological safety into his instruction, ensuring that his science-based, evidence-backed methods are accessible to everyone. Whether he is teaching children or adults, Dave’s mission remains the same: to maximise personal safety while simultaneously elevating his students' fitness, self-esteem, and overall well-being.