Professor Kalista is the first American to receive his black belt in the Dominican Republic, where he successfully ran his own gym

for over 10 years.

Following the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, he relocated to the United States and established Team Kalista in Hinesville, GA.

A decorated competitor, Professor Kalista is an IBJJF Pan American Champion in No-Gi and a multiple-time medalist at both the Pan American and IBJJF World Championships

in Gi and No-Gi.

His impressive career includes victories at national and international events.

However, his most significant accomplishment lies in his passion for teaching and

developing champions.

Our Programs

At Team Kalista, we offer a variety of classes tailored to meet the needs of all our students.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi): Whether you prefer training in a traditional gi or the more fast-paced no-gi style, we have

classes for all skill levels.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): Combining various martial arts disciplines, our MMA classes are designed to enhance your overall combat skills.

Kids Classes: Our children's program focuses on teaching discipline, respect, and self-defense in a fun and engaging environment.

Self-Defense Instruction: Learn practical self-defense techniques that can be applied in real-world situations.

Specialized Training

Professor Kalista has extensive experience working with military and law enforcement personnel, enhancing their hand-to-hand combat skills and defensive tactics.

As a police officer himself, he applies these techniques firsthand, ensuring they are both effective and practical.

Join Team Kalista Martial Arts today and train under a world-class instructor who is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, whether it's competing at the highest levels, improving your fitness, or learning self-defense.

At Team Kalista, we build champions

on and off the mats.