West Coast Marital Arts
About
West Coast Marital Arts offers comprehensive training in MMA, kickboxing, and karate, led by a team of experienced instructors including founders Ernie Reyes and Tony Thompson, both recognized as world-class fighters. The gym provides a structured yet creative approach to martial arts, with instructors like Donna Bernardi and Espirit contributing to a diverse coaching staff that emphasizes technical skill development alongside personal growth. Members benefit from a curriculum that balances self-defense techniques with athletic development in a supportive training environment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym's family-like atmosphere and excellent instructors who make training both fun and educational. Long-term students mention developing not just martial arts skills but also personal qualities like respect, concentration, and mindfulness over eight to ten years of training. Parents specifically highlight how well the staff works with children, keeping young students engaged and focused while maintaining a fun environment. Several reviews note that the same core values are taught consistently, with some families returning years later to enroll younger siblings in the program.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Remington Webb
5 years ago
I've been going here for 10 years (almost 11) and it's been an amazing experience to be around a great group of people to help me reach my martial arts goals. I totally recommend going here, the instructors are great at teaching the students to help them develop a great mindset is an amazing experience, and to see them grow and learn from an instructor like myself is the best thing. 5/5 no doubt!
Isabella
5 years ago
I am currently a student hear and all the staff are super great you have a ton of fun but also learn how to defend youreself
Tegan Richardson
3 years ago
Been going here 8 years, great, exciting, and educational experience!
Klamath Henry
6 years ago
West Coast is a family. This program developed me into an excellent athlete and person. The instructors at West Coast are the absolute best. I received my first degree black belt about ten years ago, and my family decided to send my little brother and sister (15 years younger than me) to Diana and her team this year! It is nice to see the same values of respect, concentration, and mindfulness being taught to my siblings.
Araceli, Joseph Marinshaw
11 years ago
I took my 7 yr old son Jeff and 5 yr old daughter Alexa here. Daryl and the rest of the staff were just fantastic. They kept the kids in control while keeping it fun. I saw my son and daughter's effort level at the top of their game. To have a 5 & 7 yr old focus and effort at the top of their game while having fun. To accomplish this is a great feat in itself my complements go out to the whole staff. thank you. I am a pediatric nurse and have worked with thousands of kids. So I know how hard it is to do
scheduleHours
Monday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Ernie Reyes
Founder / Master Instructor
Master of Creative Karate, World Class Fighter
Founder of WCWMA, pioneer of progressive martial arts in America, featured in martial arts magazines worldwide.
Tony Thompson
Founder / Master Instructor
World Class Fighter, Former Competitor
Co-founder of WCWMA with 45 years of training and teaching experience.
Donna Bernardi
Instructor
KJN (likely Korean for Master Instructor)
Noted in testimonial for embodying discipline and compassion while teaching kids.
Espirit
Instructor
Noted in testimonial for embodying discipline and compassion while teaching kids.