Moni Aizik

Moni Aizik: Martial Arts Legacy, Special Forces Mastery, and Commando Krav Maga Founder

Early Foundations

Moni Aizik’s journey into the realm of martial arts began at the tender age of 8, immersing himself in the rigorous disciplines of Jujutsu, Judo, and boxing. His exceptional skills quickly catapulted him to seven national titles in the highly competitive landscape of Israel. Recognizing his extraordinary talents, the Israeli government granted Aizik special privileges during his military service, leading him to join the elite Israeli Special Forces Commandos, specializing in counter-terrorism and intelligence operations.

INNOVATING HAND-TO-HAND COMBAT

Post the Yom Kippur War, Aizik turned his attention to the intricacies of existing hand-to-hand combat methods within the Israeli military. Driven by a vision to create a system accessible to individuals of all sizes and strengths, he seamlessly synthesized his experiences as an elite athlete and special forces operative. The result was the birth of Commando Krav Maga (CKM), a system that emphasized simplicity, proper biomechanics, and adaptability, setting it apart as a high-stress survival system.

Moni's Student, Yael Arad the Israeli's first Olympic medalist

MARTIAL ARTS MASTERY

Transitioning from military service, Moni Aizik founded Maccabi Tel Aviv, a prestigious training school in Israel. His students achieved numerous national titles across various martial arts styles. Aizik’s relentless pursuit of excellence led him to Japan, where he refined his skills under the tutelage of technical masters and world champions such as Isao Okano and Katsuhiko Kashiwazaki. Among his notable proteges are Avi Nardia, a distinguished counter-terrorism instructor, and Yael Arad, Israel’s first Olympic and World medalist.

With Katsuhiko Kashiwazaki

GLOBAL IMPACT AND CANADIAN TRIUMPHS

In the 1980s, Moni Aizik introduced CKM to Canada, establishing the Samurai Club in Richmond Hill. This martial arts and combat sports powerhouse went on to dominate Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA competitions globally. Noteworthy Canadian students include Carlos Newton, a UFC world champion, and Joel Gerson, a world champion in Shooto fighting.
Moni Aizik's student, UFC Champion Carlos Newton

COMMANDO KRAV MAGA GOES GLOBAL

In 2004, Moni Aizik officially released CKM to the global civilian sector, sparking a self-defense revolution. CKM’s simplicity and effectiveness garnered international acclaim. Expanding his influence, Moni Aizik founded the Combat Survival Reality-Based Institute in 2005, offering diverse programs such as T.O.P-Total Officer Protection, Smart Safe – CKM for Women, CKM Super Kid, Elite Combat Fitness, and CKM Military. These programs were imparted to the civilian sector, police, army, and special forces worldwide.
With Rorion & Royce Gracie
With Rikson Gracie
With Frank Shamrock
With Fedor Emelianenko

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Moni Aizik’s illustrious career encompasses founding the Combat Survival Reality-Based Institute, serving as a former Israeli Special Forces Elite Commando, and clinching seven national titles in Judo and Jiu-Jitsu. His mentorship has sculpted elite talents like Olympic and World Medalist Yael Arad, UFC Champion Carlos Newton, Shooto star Joel Gerson, and more.

MEDIA RECOGNITION

Aizik’s expertise has been showcased on prominent television shows, including Human Weapon, History Channel, Weaponology, Discovery Channel, Celebrity Fit Club, and Fight Network. His influence extends to gracing the covers of revered martial arts magazines like Budo International, Black Belt magazine, Inside Kung Fu, and Martial Arts Illustrated.

Moni Aizik’s legacy resonates as a special forces virtuoso in martial arts innovation, leaving an indelible mark on self-defense, global martial arts communities, and the transformative evolution of Commando Krav Maga. His journey reflects a harmonious blend of special forces prowess and martial arts mastery, creating a legacy that continues to inspire and revolutionize the world of combat training.