American Combat Federation

American Combat Federation American Combat Federation is a full service training facility-offering Israeli Krav Maga through the IKI & American Combatives through ACF Grand Master John J.

Liptak III
Grand Master John Liptak, 9th Dan, began his martial arts training in 1976 under Grand Master Jim Rodriguez and has earned black belt, Instructor levels in Shotokan Karate, Kenpo, Kajukenbo, Krav Maga, Tang Soo Do and Military Combatives. Other arts of learning are Wing Chun, Jujitsu, Tactical edged weapons, stick & cane tactics, Thai Kick Boxing & various Chinese styles. Mr. Liptak spe

nt four years in the United States Marine Corps. He trained Marines in Arlington, Virginia and Army personnel at Fort Myers. He later formed the American Combat Federation in 1987 and opened a dojo teaching his system after leaving the service. He received his Sokeship under the European Jujitsu Union & achieved his Doctorate in Martial Arts Science under the Prof Van Vurren. As a former Marine (Law Enforcement, Correctional Specialist, Deserter Apprehension Team, Military Police & NIS Courier) he has worked with the military, private military contractors, law enforcement, and private citizens alike. Liptak is a Combat Shooting Specialist (Hand Gun, Combat Shotgun, and Tactical Carbine). He also serves as a Personal Protection consultant, offers Body guarding Services & is a Risk Assessment Specialist. Our training studio also offers private training for all needs.

04/23/2026
Staff Training Seminar With Grandmaster Cayer
03/30/2026

Staff Training Seminar With Grandmaster Cayer

Krav Maga Seminars and Promotions
03/01/2026

Krav Maga Seminars and Promotions

Black Belt Hall of Fame Award
11/17/2025

Black Belt Hall of Fame Award

10/10/2025

Throwback Thursdays! Shotokan Purple belts-John Liptak (L) & Joe Cayer (R) (now Grand Masters) practicing in front of the Red Dragon @ the Red Dragon Karate Studio.
Circa 1970's

05/15/2025
Buzz Conroy Kickboxing seminar @ Emerald coast Martial Arts Academy in Ft. Walton Beach.
04/25/2025

Buzz Conroy Kickboxing seminar @ Emerald coast Martial Arts Academy in Ft. Walton Beach.

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EMERALD COAST PLAZA-Hwy 98
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
32459

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5:30pm - 7pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 7pm
Saturday 11:30am - 1pm

Telephone

(850) 830-8374

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