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Trusted by 500+Families Since 2010 | 75+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google, Yelp and Facebook Reviews

Meet our martial arts instructors in el cajon

Expert Instruction That Transforms Lives

Certified instructors with age-specific expertise ensure faster progress and unshakeable confidence.

Master instructors combine martial arts mastery with proven child development for transformative results. Patient, caring teachers create individual paths that turn shy kids into confident leaders.

Sigung Darryl James
6th Degree

NikyuGeorge Bendaks

Diego Jarrin

Bringing 36+ years of martial arts mastery to every class. As a 6th-degree black belt instructor, I run our Academy in El Cajon, CA—a family-focused program that turns everyday kids into confident, disciplined leaders.

“Blessed be the Lord my rock, who trains my hard for war and my fingers for battle” — Psalm 144:1

A senior brown belt with nine years of training in Kajukenbo, Kosho-Ryu, and Tang Soo Do, he exemplifies excellence and leadership, mentoring students toward black belt mastery.

“Never put an age limit on your dream” — Dara Torres

A Green Belt and Kids and Teen instructor with eight years of Kajukenbo and Kosho-Ryu training, Mr. Diego teaches self-defense while fostering student confidence and excellence

“A champion is defined not by their wins but by how they can recover when they fall” — Serena Williams

Kids' Benefits (Ages 3-17)

Confidence & Self-Esteem

  • Transform shy children into confident leaders who speak up and make friends easily.

  • Build bulletproof confidence that improves school performance and social success.

  • Develop inner strength to resist peer pressure and make positive choices.


Physical Fitness & Health

  • Replace screen time with engaging exercise that builds strength and coordination.

  • Maintain a healthy weight while developing lifelong athleticism

  • Create a physical foundation for success in any future sport


Focus & Academic Performance

  • Dramatically improve attention span, leading to better grades and easier homework.

  • Develop laser-sharp focus that helps excel in school and resist distractions.

  • Build mental discipline to set goals and achieve success.


Social Skills & Character

  • Become respectful, well-mannered, and earn praise from teachers and parents.

  • Develop leadership skills to influence peers positively

  • Learn empathy and kindness while knowing when to stand up for others


Anti-Bullying & Self-Defense

  • Master practical self-defense with confidence to handle any situation

  • Stop bullying before it starts through quiet confidence and self-assurance

  • Learn conflict de-escalation while maintaining the ability to protect yourself



Adult Benefits (18+)


Physical Fitness & Health

  • Achieve peak physical condition through dynamic training that builds muscle and burns calories.

  • Experience a fun alternative to boring gyms that keeps you motivated

  • Develop functional strength that improves daily life and prevents injuries


Stress Relief & Mental Health

  • Eliminate daily stress through focused practice that clears your mind

  • Build mental toughness to handle work pressure and life challenges

  • Find a powerful outlet for frustration that leaves you balanced


Self-Defense & Personal Safety

  • Master practical techniques for confidence anywhere

  • Develop situational awareness to avoid dangerous situations

  • Build tools to protect yourself and your family


Community & Personal Growth

  • Join a supportive martial arts family, building lasting friendships

  • Experience continuous growth, mastering skills, and overcoming challenges

  • Develop discipline that improves career and relationships



Women's Self-Defense Benefits


Confidence & Empowerment

  • Eliminate fear of walking alone with unshakeable confidence

  • Transform mindset, changing how you carry yourself

  • Build inner strength that naturally deters threats


Practical Safety Skills

  • Master women-specific techniques that work regardless of size

  • Learn situational awareness to identify and avoid danger

  • Develop escape abilities from common attack scenarios


Physical & Mental Strength

  • Build functional conditioning while learning life-saving skills

  • Develop lightning reflexes and decisive reactions under pressure

  • Gain peace of mind with proven self-protection tools



Family Benefits

Stronger Bonds

  • Create shared experiences, bringing family together through training

  • Build mutual respect by supporting each other's martial arts journey

  • Develop traditions, creating lasting memories


Positive Role Modeling

  • Show commitment to the importance by training alongside children

  • Create a household culture of respect, discipline, and growth

  • Lead by example in healthy habits and facing challenges



Long-Term Life Benefits

Character Development

  • Build integrity, guiding lifelong decision-making

  • Develop perseverance to overcome any obstacle

  • Cultivate humility and respect, improving all relationships


Leadership Skills

  • Learn to inspire others through a positive example

  • Develop communication skills for professional and personal success

  • Build confidence for leadership roles everywhere


Success Habits

  • Master goal-setting for career and personal aspirations

  • Develop time management, improve productivity, and balance

  • Build resilience to navigate life's challenges with strength

We Serve San Diego's East County

  • La Mesa

  • Santee

  • Rancho SaN Diego

  • Spring Valley

  • Lemon Grove

  • La Presa

  • Granite Hills

  • Bostonia

  • Winter Gardens

  • El Cajon

James Martial Arts Academy we're a family-focused martial arts school serving San Diego since 2010. We help kids from 3-17 (and adults too!) build real confidence, get fit, and learn self-defense that actually works—all in a supportive environment where everyone belongs.

2356 Fletcher PKWY, El Cajon CA 92020

833-894-0191

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