Our Team
Casey PEdro
Founder
Meet Casey Pedro, the visionary founder of CRAWL Martial Arts. With a 1st degree black belt in judo under her father, Jimmy Pedro, and a blue belt in jiu-jitsu under Travis Stevens, Casey brings a wealth of martial arts experience to her work. Her passion for CRAWL is driven by a deep desire to empower future generations while growing the sports of judo & jiu-jitsu. Casey grew up on the mats of her family's dojo, Pedro's Judo Center, and martial arts have always been a way of life for her. Inspired by the quote, 'The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit,' Casey's vision extends far beyond her own achievements, focusing instead on creating a legacy that will benefit others for years to come.
Sam Derti
Head teacher
Sam is a passionate martial artist and a dedicated mother of three. She has two boys currently enrolled in the Camal and Cruz program, where she actively contributes by helping teach kids Jiu-Jitsu on Mondays and Wednesdays. A blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu, Sam trains daily to continue growing in her martial arts journey. Her youngest, a 2-year-old daughter, will soon be participating in the CRAWL program, and Sam is thrilled to introduce this new love for martial arts to her family. With a deep enthusiasm for both learning and teaching, Sam is committed to spreading the joy and benefits of martial arts to others, especially to the younger generation.