About
Hello, my name is James Watson, and I’ve been passionate about martial arts for nearly two decades. I began kickboxing in 2006 (at the age of 26) as a way to manage stress and quickly fell in love with the sport. I earned my black belt in kickboxing in the 2009 and opened Fitness Fergus Kickboxing in September 2010, where I taught students until the studio closed in 2017. I later continued coaching and sharing mats at CW Martial Arts Academy until November 2025.
In January 2012, I began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). (at the age of 32) After years of dedication, hard training, and countless hours on the mats, I received my black belt in 2022, and in May, I earned my first degree.
My Training Philosophy
At Watson Training Fitness, my focus is simple: keep people training, improving, and growing for as long as possible.
Martial arts isn’t about perfection — it’s about showing up, putting in effort, and getting a little better every session. We all get bumps, small injuries, and tough days, but we learn to get back up, adjust, and keep moving forward.
That’s what real progress looks like.
My Background
I’ve been teaching martial arts in Fergus and the surrounding area since 2010.
In 2023, I moved to Rockwood and I’m excited to share training with the local community. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of coaching kids, teens, adults, beginners, and advanced students. One thing has always stood out: everyone grows at their own pace — and everyone is capable of more than they think.
Coaching Style
My coaching style is patient, practical, and personalized.
Whether you're training for fitness, self-defense, confidence, or simply to stay active, my goal is to help you build skills safely and consistently.
I teach:
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Conditioning / Mobility
Training options include:
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Outdoor sessions — parks, driveways, or backyards
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My Rockwood location — safe and controlled
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My Fergus location — mats and equipment provided
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In-home training — I bring mats to create a safe space
More than anything, I want people to enjoy training, stay injury-free, and feel supported.
When students feel safe, encouraged, and challenged at the right level, they stick with martial arts long-term — and that’s where real transformation happens.
Mission
Watson Training Fitness exists for the love of training and the rhythm of progress. Our heartbeat logo reminds us that growth comes from consistency, not perfection. We create a safe and supportive environment where people of all ages learn, train, and push toward their goals—one beat at a time.
Vision
Heart of the Program
We aim to inspire people to train not only for results, but for the love of the journey itself—where fitness, martial arts, and mindset work together to create lasting confidence and healthy lives.
