Jeremy Watkins, Owner and Head Instructor
A seasoned martial artist with 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.Â
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:
IBJJF Nogi World Champion (2023)
Midwest Finishers 125 & 135lbs Champion
ADCC Las Vegas World's Open Champion
AJP London Grand Slam Bronze Medalist
4x International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Pan Kids Champion
3x IBJJF Kids International Champion
Multiple other championship titles
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 runs 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:
 Judo National Champion (2016)
Ranked #1 in Judo in his age group for three consecutive years (2016-2018)
Bronze medalist at the 2016 World Police and Fire Games
Bronze medalist at the 2018 Nationals tournament
Silver medalist at the World Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship in 2018
Bronze medalist at the World Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship in 2023
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 all of our Judo classes!
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 full-time competitor, a blue in  Judo, and a green belt in Jiu-Jitsu. As a competitor she has achieved remarkable success. Her impressive resume includes:
ADCC Youth World Championship Silver Medalist
3x ADCC Open Advanced Division Champion
F2W Kids Nogi Champion
4x International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Pan Kids Champion
5x IBJJF Kids International Champion
USA Judo President's Cup Gold Medalist
USA Judo Youth National Championship Silver Medalist
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.