About

Jeremy Watkins, Owner and Head Instructor

A seasoned martial artist with nearly three decades of experience, Jeremy Watkins is a second-degree black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, fifth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and brown belt in Judo.


A Champion's Legacy

Jeremy's competitive career is marked by numerous accolades, including two American Taekwondo National Championships and top-three finishes at the US Open ISKA Breaking World Championships. As a dedicated coach, he has mentored countless students to achieve their own championship titles, both nationally and internationally.


Passion for Teaching

Beyond competition, Jeremy's greatest joy lies in sharing his passion for martial arts with the next generation. With a commitment to excellence and a dedication to his students' success, he continues to inspire and empower individuals of all ages. 

Renée Watkins, Business Administrator and Assistant Instructor

A dedicated martial artist and educator, Renée Watkins is a fourth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu. As a driving force behind Watkins Wrecking Crew Martial Arts, Renée's passion for teaching and her exceptional organizational skills have been instrumental in the academy's success.


Committed to Inspiring the Next Generation

Renée's love for working with children is evident in her interactions with students. She creates a positive and supportive learning environment, fostering not only martial arts skills but also character development and self-discipline.

Laylah Watkins, Women's Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

A rising star in the martial arts world, Laylah Watkins is a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a two-time American Taekwondo National Champion (2017 & 2019). While she excels in Taekwondo, her true passion lies in Jiu-Jitsu.


A Jiu-Jitsu Phenom

Laylah is a brown belt and a full-time competitor in Jiu-Jitsu, where she has achieved remarkable success. Her impressive resume includes:



A Force to Be Reckoned With

Laylah's dedication to training and her competitive spirit have made her one of the most dominant light-weight teenage girls in the world. Her relentless pursuit of excellence is an inspiration to all who know her.


Sharing Her Passion

Beyond her own competitive career, Laylah is committed to giving back to the martial arts community. She regularly assists in Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu classes at the academy and teaches our Women's Jiu-Jitsu Class.

Fred Gilbert, Judo Instructor

A seasoned martial artist with over three decades of experience, Fred Gilbert is a second degree black belt in Judo and a first degree black belt in Jiu-Jitsu. His impressive resume includes:



A Legacy of Service

In addition to his martial arts accomplishments, Fred is a retired Fort Worth Police Officer with 30 years of service. He was awarded the Medal of Valor in 1990 for his bravery and dedication to duty.


A Dedicated Mentor

Fred is a tremendous asset to Watkins Wrecking Crew, where he has gone above and beyond to support our team, students, and families. His passion for teaching and his commitment to helping others make him a beloved figure in the academy.

Be sure to catch him in our Family Judo classes!

Brady Ramey, Kids Instructor & Coach

A promising talent in the martial arts world, Brady Ramey is a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a brown belt in Jiu-Jitsu. With over a decade of training experience, Brady is a dedicated instructor and a passionate competitor.


A Jiu-Jitsu Sensation

Brady's commitment to Jiu-Jitsu is evident in his impressive competitive record:



A Committed Coach

Beyond his own competitive pursuits, Brady is a passionate coach to our students. He assists in all of our classes, teaches his own Juniors Program, and is always available to help and support our team both at the dojo and in competitions.

Hannah Watkins, Assistant Judo Instructor

Hannah Watkins, a breakout star in the martial arts world, is capturing attention with her exceptional skill, determination, and passion.


A Judo & Jiu-Jitsu Virtuoso

Hannah is a green belt and a full-time competitor in both Judo &  Jiu-Jitsu, where she has achieved remarkable success. Her impressive resume includes:



Sharing Her Passion

Hannah is dedicated to serving the martial arts community, even beyond her own competitive pursuits.  She regularly assists in and often even runs and teaches our Tiny Judokas classes.