KJN Jovi Fernando Sr.

 Hey I'm KJN Jovi Jr. Growing up I was surrounded by a West Coast Family, and trained along side my dad at home before starting my own martial arts journey at 8 years old at West Coast Newark. I received my first black belt at 12 years old continued to train and teach. During the 2016 Mastery test, I trained and tested alongside my dad and brothers and earned my 5th degree. I was so happy when West Coast Mission opened in 2003 because it was something my dad and I had talked about since I was in Jr. High. All these years later, I help maintain the family business and my passion for teaching. I love to see the transformation of each individual over the course of achieving their black belt. 

 Hi I'm KJN Jake. I grew up surrounded by martial artists in my West Coast and personal families. I watched my dad and brother train at West Coast Newark, I mimicked their punches and kicks until I started my own training at 6 years old. In 2004, at the age of 12 I received my first black belt and continued to train. In 2016 I tested with my brother for our 5th degree black belt during the Mastery test. I have been adding onto my martial arts knowledge, studying Kali. Recently, I have been working on my clothing brands/art designs and hope to one day open my own studio. 

 Hi I'm BKJN Jalen. I began training at West Coast Mission when I was 5 under my parents and brothers. I was born into a martial arts family and everyday life was at the studio. I got my first black belt at the age of 10 and received my most recent 4th degree in 2019. I enjoy tricking and messing around with martial arts weapons. Since I was a beginner dragon my favorite event has been sparring (the best sparring equipment color is pink). I have travelled around with my brothers, participating and showcasing in different seminars and events. As my life goes on I continue to teach alongside my family. 

 Hi I'm BKJN Lily. I teach and also run the front desk. I started my martial arts journey in 1998 when my two oldest sons asked me to join them. I was known as "the cool mom" for training with my sons but once I got my first degree I discovered how much fun it was for me personally and continued to train. In 2003, my husband and I opened up West Coast Mission with our boys and it has continued to become more and more of a passion. 

 Hey I'm BKJN Allie. I started at West Coast Mission when I was 7 years old and have been here for over 15 years now. When I first joined I was extremely shy and never wanted to go to class but my dad told me to stick with it and it was the best decision of my life. I got my first black belt at 12 years old and immediately fell in love with teaching. Through high school and into college, whenever I had time I was here. Now, even with working towards my master's degree, I can't imagine stopping. I have learned some amazing things but the greatest part of this studio is the people. They have been with me through major steps of my life and have been a constant support that I know I can always count on. This is my family. 

 Hi I'm BSBN Zy. I started martial arts in May 2018. Originally I was forced into participating but I grew to love it because it was something that I was good at. My favorite part of the curriculum is forms and Korean Terminology, and my favorite weapons are the bo staff and kamas. I love teaching our tiny dragons and special needs students. I hope to bring more autistic kids into the sport and see how them trying it can help them. My day job as a special needs teacher has allowed me a unique perspective to be able to adapt the curriculum for them, giving them a safe and positive space to be themselves and learn something new.

Hi I'm KJN Justin. I started my martial arts training in '98 at West Coast Newark. Originally I liked martial arts because I wanted to become a Power Ranger. I then earned my first black belt in '02 when I was around 7 or 8 years old. In addition to traditional techniques I also love tricking and specialty kicks, my favorite being a 540. I have taught martial arts and XPT gymnastics at a few places now, I like teaching XPT because it challenges the students and you can see what they can accomplish in different disciplines; gymnastics, tricking, and weaponry. 

Hi I'm BSBN Megha, a second degree black belt and I've been at the studio for almost nine years! Martial arts is such a big part of my life and coming into the studio through the lens of an instructor has been a big change. Helping students hone their skills and get stronger and faster through consistent dedication and hard work is absolutely amazing to see. Go Mission!