Sixth Degree Black Belt KJN, Jonathan Calizar, has been training with Ernie Reyes’ West Coast Martial Arts since the age of four. He has traveled nationally with the Ernie Reyes Demonstration Team. He is experienced in Tae Kwon Do, Wu-shu, gymnastics and a variety of martial arts.
With thirteen years of teaching experience, Jonathan still follows his passion for instructing students. Having moved to Folsom, CA in July of 2004, he proudly has honored the opportunity to teach the Martial Arts way. One of his favorite quotes comes from Kwan Jang Nim Scott Coker,
“It’s not the teacher who teaches, it’s how the teacher teaches.”
Jonathan says,
“I’ve learned a lot in my brief lifespan, but what I will always remember are all the people who supported me. Unfortunately, the list would never end! So to everyone who supported me in the decisions I’ve made, I want to thank you for being there for me, and I will forever be indebted to you.”
Jonathan has served as a fight and stunt choreographer for Fight 4 Your Life, having met director Bryan Bachar through mutual colleague, and dear friend to B, Eliot Kelly. B was amazed at the crazy acrobatics and high-flying kicks Jonathan could execute with precision.
“There was without a doubt Jonathan had to be a part of this film. His abilities separate him from the pack. He’s the kind of guy that you watch and say, yeah, he’s a professional. Jon belongs in the movies.” – Bryan Bachar aka B
And lucky for Bryan, Jonathan’s flare carries over into his attitude on camera as well. A natural actor, he also plays one of the main villains in F4YL. Working with lead Brandon J. Woods, a fight everyone is sure to remember was choreographed.
We thank Jonathan for his continued support and dedication to Fight 4 Your Life. His energy and positive attitude has been addictive…and during the long shoots we need that! Like a handful of F4YL‘s cast and crew members, Jonathan has been with this project since the very start, having also been in the F4YL short film in 2012. This just shows the character of Mr. Calizar, as he is truly a loyal friend and a man of his word. The one studios crew forever thanks you Jonathan. We are in YOUR debt!
Check Jonathan out on the official El Dorado Hills West Coast Martial Arts site, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter!
– The one studios crew
