thomas davin

Thomas Davin –Master Coach in Leadership & Resilience Training

Thomas is a master level coach at Ascension Labs with a special focus on confidence development and leadership training. After serving with the French Mountain Troops, Thomas's journey took a transformative turn in 1996 when he discovered Krav Maga. This discovery led him into a dynamic career in private security, where he primarily served Middle Eastern families and high-net-worth individuals, navigating high-stakes environments with professionalism and discretion.

In 1999, Thomas became a certified Krav Maga instructor and founded a club in Marseille, France, which quickly gained recognition for its excellence in training. A decade later, he achieved a significant milestone by establishing the first-ever Krav Maga club within a French Foreign Legion regiment (1er RE – Aubagne), a pioneering effort that further cemented my dedication to advancing the discipline.

Thomas's commitment to mastery took him to Israel on three separate occasions, where he trained with the world’s top Krav Maga experts. Over the years, he's had the privilege of guiding more than 20 students to become successful instructors themselves. Additionally, he's trained the French Foreign Legion, police forces, security professionals, and countless civilians, empowering them with practical self-defense skills and newfound confidence.

Beyond physical training, Thomas recognized the importance of helping individuals grow mentally and emotionally, which led him to expand his work into self-development coaching with Ascension Labs. With a focus on building confidence, resilience, and leadership abilities, Thomas coaches and mentors people from all walks of life to break through personal barriers, develop mental toughness, and become the best versions of themselves.

Thomas's extensive experience in high-pressure environments has given him a unique understanding of how to help others thrive under stress, communicate effectively, and step into leadership roles both personally and professionally. Whether through physical training or mindset coaching, he aims to inspire transformation and empower individuals to take charge of their lives. 

Since relocating to Vancouver in the summer of 2016, Thomas has continued this mission—helping people unlock their potential, lead with confidence, and face life's challenges head-on.

You can visit www.kmvancity.com to learn more about Thomas and his Krav Maga school. If you live in Vancouver or are visiting the city, don't forget to join a class for free!