In the heart of 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo, a community of martial artists thrives under the guidance of Chief Instructor Will Deutschendorf at WCMAA’s martial arts academy.
With decades of training, competition experience, and a deep passion for martial arts, Will has become an inspiring mentor, helping students develop confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills.
Martial arts isn’t just a practice for Will—it’s a way of life. Holding a 4th Degree Black Belt in Hawaiian Kempo and a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kempo, he has spent years mastering a variety of disciplines. His training extends to MMA, Muay Thai, Kung Fu, wrestling, and kickboxing, making him a well-rounded and highly skilled instructor.
His impressive credentials include:
Certified Instructor in 5 Animal Kung Fu
CSW (Combat Submission Wrestling) Affiliate Coach
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt under Paulo Fernando
MMA Level 1 under Erik Paulson
Muay Thai training under Melchor Menor
Beyond his technical expertise, Will has tested his skills in point, semi, and full-contact competitions, as well as in stick fighting, boxing, and wrestling. His experience competing in various disciplines gives him a unique perspective when coaching students, ensuring they receive real-world, practical training.
As an instructor, Will is known for his dedication, patience, and ability to connect with students of all ages. Whether he's guiding young children through their first martial arts class or helping adults refine their skills, his approach is always supportive and motivating. He believes in pushing students to their limits while fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment.
His personal motto, "Never give up, never surrender," is something he instills in every student, reinforcing the importance of perseverance, discipline, and continuous growth.
West Coast Martial Arts Academy offers a variety of programs designed to cater to different age groups and interests:
✅ Kids Martial Arts – Instilling confidence, discipline, and focus from a young age.
✅ Adult Catch Submission Wrestling – Teaching grappling techniques for self-defense and sport.
✅ Kickboxing & Self-Defense – Combining striking techniques with real-world self-defense strategies.
✅ Parkour Training – Developing agility, coordination, and body awareness.
✅ Competition & Demo Teams – Providing students with opportunities to compete and showcase their skills.
Each program is crafted to build not just physical strength, but also mental resilience and character development, making martial arts an enriching experience beyond just learning techniques.
For those seeking to improve their fitness, self-defense, or simply want to start their martial arts journey, training under Will Deutschendorf is an opportunity to learn from one of the best. His passion for martial arts, combined with his wealth of knowledge and experience, makes him an invaluable mentor to students of all levels.
If you’re ready to begin your journey, step onto the mat and train with Will—you’ll gain not just skills, but a mindset for success in life.
To get admission in his martial arts school - visit 4skarate.org