James Martial Arts Academy

Sigung Darryl James is the exceptional head instructor at James Martial Arts Academy in El Cajon, CA. With over 37 years of martial arts experience, Sigung Darryl has achieved the prestigious rank of 6th Degree Black Belt and earned induction into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame. His impressive credentials include being a former member of the US Karate Team and an expert in Kosho martial arts. This combination of competitive experience and traditional expertise makes him uniquely qualified to guide students of all levels. What sets James Martial Arts Academy apart is the holistic approach to training. Sigung Darryl works alongside his wife Cheryl, a practicing Child Psychotherapist and faculty member at San Diego, creating an environment that nurtures both physical and mental development. Whether you're looking to build confidence, improve fitness, learn self-defense, or pursue martial arts mastery, training under a USA Hall of Fame inductee with nearly three decades of experience offers unparalleled instruction. Join James Martial Arts Academy and learn from one of the most accomplished martial artists in Southern California.