Build character, confidence, and self-defense skills
Discover a new level of physical and mental strength with Sacramento's top martial arts school.
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See why parents and students love Kovar's Satori Academy!
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Eric Nolan
July 24, 2024
Great, lots of class options and instructor attention and support.
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Janice Palomo
July 24, 2024
The best instructors, convenient class times, positive environment and our 8 year old loves it!
Lisa S.
February 24, 2024
Excellent instructors, excellent program! Super friendly staff that really cares about their students. It's a perfect balance of fun, fitness, and life skills for the kids.
Carli Z
February 12, 2024
Sensei Silvey is such an excellent instructor! She’s great at teaching the kids how to be respectful while also making it fun. She’s amazing with nunchucks!! I highly recommend her!
Bernado Boswell
February 4, 2024
Fantastic place. I have trained in BJJ for many years now. Kovars has many locations in the area, and they are legit. I have grappled with Dave Kovar and several of his black belts and was always impressed by how proficient their jiu-jitsu is. And that's just one of many arts they practice. Love this place for their balance between practical self-defense, versatile curriculum and really positive environment. My 4 year old found his home here for sure.
Deirdre Jones
February 22, 2024
Hi there, I signed my son up a few weeks ago, and I have been ecstatic to see how awesome the instructors are with him. My son has autism and has trouble focusing, needs a lot of reminders, intends to be more silly than other kids in class, however, the instructors are so calm, and direct in their approach, and I’ve noticed a improvement in his ability to focus not just in class, but at home as well. We have been too many martial arts schools over the years, and it is very clear that they go through intense teaching skills development, as they are consistent at keeping the kids attention at all times, and holding them accountable to the behavior, in ways that are compassionate and respectful . Will be keeping my son with them for quite some time.
Justine Roller
March 15, 2024
Sensei Hannah & Ken have created an awesome environment for kiddos to learn martial arts at the Rocklin location. My son (8yr old) is enjoying both the mental and physical benefits of the program and the instructors do a fantastic job of balancing group & 1:1 teaching; while keeping all the students engaged (& parents entertained)! Highly recommend giving this program a trial run.
Kristin Evans (Teacher_Mrs_Evans)
July 5, 2024
Love Sensei Hannah and the program! We love that they study many different forms of martial arts and also appreciate the character building aspect. My son looks forward to every class and has learned so much! Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Elena Baykova
July 2, 2024
Highly recommended.
Both of my kids fell in love with this school instantly. Richard and his team are very welcoming, understanding and supportive.
Thank you for all you do. 🙏
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Kristal brown
June 22, 2024
Kovars has been a life changing experience for my son. He has only been to a few classes and already he loves it and feels like he is accomplishing so much for himself. The teachers are all amazing and make you feel right at home from the minute you walk thru the door. The first night they give them their official white belt and let me tell you he was so proud of himself . We made the right choice choosing Kovars and we cant wait to see his future accomplishments.
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Programs for all ages
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Kids
Ages 4 to 12
Our martial arts program is second to none and has been voted Sacramento’s Top Martial Arts school for over a decade in the Sacramento A-List. Youth classes are broken up into two age groups - Lil' Samurai (Ages 4-7) and Juniors (Ages 8-12).
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Teens
Ages 13 to 17
Kovar's Teen Program helps your young adult manage the stresses of school and teenage life. Our classes are a safe space for your teen to have fun and be themselves while developing life skills and good judgment through mental and physical skill-building exercises.
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Adults
Ages 18+
Take charge of your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Gain powerful self-defense skills in a supportive atmosphere. Enhance focus and perseverance for success in business. Develop attributes that positively impact both your own life and that of your children.
Looking for a more specific training style?
Specialty classes available at select Kovar's academies.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Available at our Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Roseville, and Natomas Academies
With Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you learn real-life strategies for bringing your opponent to the ground, so that you can neutralize the attacks of larger, stronger assailants no matter their size.
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Krav Maga
Available at our Carmichael Academy
Learn the battlefield-tested techniques military personnel and law enforcement agents use to handle confrontation. Krav Maga makes you stronger and faster in a short time.
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What makes martial arts different from other sports?
While participating in other sports or activities can benefit your child, no other sport can provide the level of discipline, challenge, or emotional competency that Kovar's Martial Arts can.
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Improves Physical Fitness
Provides Social Opportunities
Instills Discipline and Focus
Teaches Self-Defense
Decreases Likelihood of Being Bullied
Consistently Builds Confidence
Training For Preventing Bullying
Everyone Participates
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Elite training for more than 45 years
In 1978, Hanshi Dave Kovar opened his first martial arts academy with the vision to empower people by teaching martial arts on an elite level found nowhere else. Joined by his brother Tim, the Kovar's quickly gained national recognition, opening new locations and earning industry accolades.
At Kovar's, we embody the spirit of Satori, a Japanese phrase that means “in the moment, at your best.” We added Satori to our name as a north star for the principles that make our academy unique: indomitable spirit, generosity, teamwork, and community. Our unique and unparalleled approach to martial arts has helped countless individuals achieve their full potential, and our story continues to evolve with each new student that joins our community.
Kovar's Blend of Martial Arts incorporates elements from: Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kenpo, Eskrima, and Krav Maga, catering to diverse interests and providing a well-rounded training experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of practicing martial arts?
Practicing martial arts offers numerous benefits, including self-defense and improved physical fitness, strength and agility, as well as increased mental focus and discipline. It can also help build confidence and self-esteem while providing a safe environment for learning. For more information, please visit Why Martial Arts?
How often are classes held?
We offer a variety of classes Monday-Saturday. Our hours are:
Monday - Friday: 3-9 PM
Saturday: 9 AM-12 PM
For the schedule of classes, please refer to each location page.
What qualifications and experience do your instructors have?
Our instructors boast a wide range of qualifications and experience in various martial arts styles, such as Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kenpo, Eskrima, and Krav Maga. All of our instructors have been carefully trained and certified to ensure that our students receive the highest quality instruction.
Are there self-defense components included in the curriculum?
Self-defense is an integral part of our curriculum. We teach a hybrid of multiple styles of martial arts to provide students with the opportunity to apply self-defense skills against a resisting opponent through live training. Our classes cover five ranges of combat: Weapons, Kicking, Punching, Clinching, and Grappling so that you can be prepared for any situation. Self-defense training is a key benefit to training in the martial arts and you'll get plenty of practice with it in class!
How many classes can you attend per week?
Recommended attendance is 2-3 times per week, however, our programs come with unlimited classes. So you can attend as much or as little as your schedule allows!