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Jeff Schindler

Never Again is Now

Jun 6, 2025, 12:59 PM

Wake Up, My Fellow Jews–History is repeating

We Jews have worked tirelessly to provide better lives for our children—more comfort, more security, more opportunity. We’ve embraced education, stability, and prosperity with pride. Yet, in the pursuit of comfort, I fear we have become too complacent. Until...

May 29, 2025, 11:20 PM

Shavuot: A Celebration of Unity, and Enduring Values

Shavuot, a pivotal Jewish holiday, marks the momentous occasion when the Ten Commandments were bestowed upon the Israelites at Mount Sinai. This "Asseret ha-Dibrot," or "ten words," stands as humanity's foundational moral code, profoundly influencing ethical frameworks to this...

May 24, 2025, 4:17 PM

Are Jews Safe? I Dare Say Not

Are Jews Safe? I Dare Say Not. The question of Jewish safety in the modern world is not merely academic; it is a lived, pressing reality that evokes a resounding "no" from many within our community. We are a minority...

About Me

Jeff Schindler, a Brooklyn native, brings a unique blend of experience to his work in self-defense. Having lived in Israel for five years, he has cultivated a deep understanding of personal safety. For the past six years, he has dedicated himself to training in Krav Maga self-defense and boxing, honing practical skills. Schindler is the co-founder of Chai Defense, a not-for-profit organization committed to empowering individuals through self-defense. Chai Defense offers Krav Maga classes for both children and adults in Brooklyn and Staten Island, making vital training accessible to the community. Beyond classes, the organization conducts free seminars for Jewish schools and synagogues, emphasizing the critical importance of situational awareness. In a significant expansion of their offerings, Chai Defense has recently begun providing firearms training classes with a partnership with GunsNMosesNJ.

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