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Behind the Scenes: Building the New KMMA HQ

March 13, 2026 by KMMA

KMMA Family,

Over the past few days we’ve been hard at work preparing our new headquarters for the next evolution of Krav Maga Martial Arts.

The painters have started, and finished; and watching the transformation has been exciting.

But what’s really interesting is what happens before the paint goes on the walls.

There’s preparation.

Repairing imperfections.
Sanding surfaces.
Making sure every detail is ready.

Because professionals know something important:

The final result depends on the preparation.

And the same is true in martial arts.

Blackbelts are not created during testing.

They are created during the preparation.

During the repetitions.

During the coaching.

During the consistent effort week after week.

Right now our students are in review month, preparing for:

• Belt Testing Week
• Blackbelt Retreat
• Krav Camp
• Spring Break Camp
• And the Grand Re-Opening of our new 3,300 sq ft headquarters

Just like this building is being prepared step-by-step…

Our students are preparing step-by-step to become confident and competent Blackbelt Leaders.

And that process is something I am incredibly proud to be part of.

The best is still ahead.

That’s my beautiful wife with me. She’s been building this with me for many years.

Prepare To Live; Empower To Lead!

Grand Master Stephen J Del Castillo

8th Degree Blackbelt, Author, MBA, Founding Master Instructor, KMMA

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