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Global Martial Arts Vista offers classes in Krav Maga, Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The program includes Kids Krav Maga classes, Adults Krav Maga classes, Kids Karate classes, Adults Karate classes, Kids Jiu Jitsu classes, Adults Jiu Jitsu classes, no gi Jiu Jitsu classes, and a gi Jiu Jitsu class. It also offers Shotokan Karate and uses the Machida Karate system for kumite, as well as a Krav Maga Kids program and women’s only Kardio Krav.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
Global Martial Arts Vista is a family-owned martial arts studio. Its mission is to build self awareness and confidence through specialized programs in Krav Maga, Karate, and Jiu Jitsu. It is described as San Diego’s first and only Machida Karate training center and as a one stop shop for comprehensive Krav Maga, Karate, and Jiu Jitsu classes, offering multiple disciplines without multiple memberships. The studio offers classes for children starting at 4 years old up to mature adults in their 70s, offers discounted family membership plans, has family memberships available, and offers a free discovery class. Kids Krav Maga classes start with a skill-based obstacle course and typically close with games.
The leadership team includes Sensei Benjamin Halcewicz (5th DAN Shotokan Karate), Coach Olivier, and Senior Coach Dr. Mary Tichi PhD, MBA. Benjamin Halcewicz is a 5th DAN Shotokan Karate practitioner with a degree in Sports Education from France and 1st aid certification, has been training in Krav Maga for more than 18 years, and holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Coach Olivier holds a Krav Maga Worldwide Black Belt and has been teaching Krav Maga to civilians and law enforcement agents for the past 10 years. Senior Coach Dr. Mary Tichi has 25+ years of experience in health, wellness, and personal and professional wellbeing, is an author of numerous publications including the Health & Fitness Motivational Workbook “Got HealthStyle,” is a Black Belt Instructor in self defense style Krav Maga, holds a Brown belt in Shotokan Karate, and is currently training in Jiu Jitsu. Mary has instructed kids programs of Krav Maga and Karate at Global Martial Arts since 2022 as well as in the San Diego community.
Parent and student feedback includes comments such as, “Benjamin and the other instructors here are awesome martial artists and great people! Definitely give this place a try if you want to learn martial arts and get in shape.” (Nick A.) and, “Benjamin is a masterful instructor and practitioner who makes sure each one of us is learning well and safely, regardless of our level. I enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the mix of students--all ages and backgrounds are represented.” (Laurent C.)
Last updated June 26, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
Global Martial Arts Vista is a family-owned martial arts studio. Its mission is to build self awareness and confidence through specialized programs in Krav Maga, Karate, and Jiu Jitsu. It is described as San Diego’s first and only Machida Karate training center and as a one stop shop for comprehensive Krav Maga, Karate, and Jiu Jitsu classes, offering multiple disciplines without multiple memberships. The studio offers classes for children starting at 4 years old up to mature adults in their 70s, offers discounted family membership plans, has family memberships available, and offers a free discovery class. Kids Krav Maga classes start with a skill-based obstacle course and typically close with games.
The leadership team includes Sensei Benjamin Halcewicz (5th DAN Shotokan Karate), Coach Olivier, and Senior Coach Dr. Mary Tichi PhD, MBA. Benjamin Halcewicz is a 5th DAN Shotokan Karate practitioner with a degree in Sports Education from France and 1st aid certification, has been training in Krav Maga for more than 18 years, and holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Coach Olivier holds a Krav Maga Worldwide Black Belt and has been teaching Krav Maga to civilians and law enforcement agents for the past 10 years. Senior Coach Dr. Mary Tichi has 25+ years of experience in health, wellness, and personal and professional wellbeing, is an author of numerous publications including the Health & Fitness Motivational Workbook “Got HealthStyle,” is a Black Belt Instructor in self defense style Krav Maga, holds a Brown belt in Shotokan Karate, and is currently training in Jiu Jitsu. Mary has instructed kids programs of Krav Maga and Karate at Global Martial Arts since 2022 as well as in the San Diego community.
Parent and student feedback includes comments such as, “Benjamin and the other instructors here are awesome martial artists and great people! Definitely give this place a try if you want to learn martial arts and get in shape.” (Nick A.) and, “Benjamin is a masterful instructor and practitioner who makes sure each one of us is learning well and safely, regardless of our level. I enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the mix of students--all ages and backgrounds are represented.” (Laurent C.)
Last updated June 26, 2026.
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