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Discover fun, effective ways to help your child develop social skills outside the classroom—plus how martial arts fosters confidence and connection.

Learn how to help your child build the confidence to speak up, set boundaries, and handle conflict—without resorting to aggression.

Discover how to build daily routines that help your child thrive—boosting confidence, focus, and resilience. Learn how martial arts can support healthy habits.

Teaching kids conflict resolution early builds empathy, confidence, and self-control. Discover why it matters—and how martial arts makes a difference.

What sets successful people apart—starting in childhood? Discover 5 habits of thriving kids and how martial arts can nurture them early on.

Want to boost your child’s coordination and balance? Discover five playful, proven activities—plus how martial arts helps kids move with confidence.

Self-defense for kids builds more than safety—it builds confidence, discipline, and resilience. Here’s why every child should learn it.

Is your child struggling to concentrate? Learn why modern distractions affect kids’ focus and how activities like martial arts can improve attention and discipline.

Want to help your child succeed in school? Learn how exercise improves focus, memory, and academic performance—plus why martial arts is a great option.

It’s no secret that kids today spend more time in front of screens than ever before. Whether it’s for school, entertainment, or socializing, screens have become a huge part of daily life. But excessive screen time can lead to issues like poor focus, decreased physical activity, and even behavioral challenges.

Teach your child discipline without being overbearing! Learn positive strategies for self-control, responsibility, and perseverance, plus how martial arts can help.

Help your child build confidence and overcome shyness with proven strategies. Learn how martial arts fosters resilience, self-esteem, and social skills.

Learn how martial arts teaches valuable life skills like discipline, focus, and resilience that benefit kids and adults beyond the mat.

Learn how to balance martial arts with school, work, and family life. Discover practical tips to stay organized, flexible, and stress-free.

Explore 7 great martial arts movies for kids! From Kung Fu Panda to The Karate Kid, these films inspire teamwork, confidence, and respect.

Discover 5 ways martial arts can shape your child's behavior. From discipline to resilience, learn how martial arts builds life skills beyond the mat.

Discover the key differences and benefits of martial arts vs. team sports. Learn how each activity helps kids grow physically and mentally.

Discover 8 powerful benefits of martial arts for kids, from building confidence and discipline to improving fitness and social skills.

Learn how respect and etiquette in martial arts shape personal growth, foster discipline, and create a positive environment for learning.

Discover 5 great types of martial arts for kids to try! From karate to BJJ, find the perfect fit for your child’s personality and goals.

Learn why consistency is the key to success in martial arts training. Build skills, discipline, and confidence with Kovar's Satori Academy!

Discover 7 beginner self-defense tips to boost confidence, stay safe, and build essential skills with Kovar's Satori Academy. Read now!

Martial arts training is an investment in skills that will benefit children for years to come. Learn more at Kovar's Satori Academy of Martial Arts.

Discover how karate builds confidence, discipline, and essential life skills in kids. Learn about the physical and mental benefits of this martial art.

Discover why martial arts is an excellent full-body workout for all ages. Learn about the physical and mental benefits at Kovar's Satori Academy.

There are many reasons to sign up your child for martial arts. Here are 5 reasons why kids and parents find martial arts is a good fit for the family!

There is a reason why those worldwide believe that Martial Arts is one of the most valuable things you can involve your child in.

While it may seem obvious for some, we’ve received several questions recently from students and parents just learning about Hanshi Dave Kovar...

Which Martial Art is best for beginners?

Put down your pizza, because we have news for you: The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles don’t do martial arts!

What is the best age to start martial arts? Can I learn martial arts at 40?

We feel strongly that no other group is better positioned to consult and educate about bully prevention than professional martial arts instruction.

The act of ‘giving’ and how it works can be tough to understand for a child. Sometimes the best way to explain something is through story and illustration.

Most kids have been told not to talk to strangers and probably would not have any idea what to do if they were lost or separated from their family. It will probably never happen, but it is good to have a plan just in case.

There are a variety of ways to help your child deal with bullying and one of the most effective ways is to enroll them in martial arts.

Next month is National Bullying Prevention Month and we believe martial arts is a great way to support the anti-bullying movement.

Raising kids today is arguably harder than ever before. But, there are some ways to help ease the stress and strain of raising your little ones and prevent behavior problems through good parenting.

As our children become more independent, it's important to help them understand the following phrase, "My safety is more important than their feelings."

Kovar's Martial Arts, a well-known chain of martial arts schools in the Sacramento Valley will be celebrating its 40th year of business in the coming year.

“I Bring Value to All My Relationships” serves as a reminder of the importance of empathy, respect, patience, and service.

The practice of martial arts is steeped in culture and tradition that anyone can partake in and is not subject to one ancestral background.

In these first few weeks of school, friendships can develop either good or bad much to the chagrin of parents.

A lot of times, we overlook our own talents and just how special we are as we go through our daily lives. This is especially true given how much more...

There are many things we can do as parents to cultivate positive self esteem in our children.

We see and hear many reasons and goals for parents enrolling their child into martial arts.

Our martial arts journey began for all of the right reasons, which turned out to be wrong.

Martial Arts has a wonderfully unique way in shaping our world in the most positive way.

What are the best physical activities for kids on the autism spectrum? Any activity that’s fun while also building physical skills is great. However...

Many times when people think of martial arts they think they need to be a black belt to know what to do in a dangerous situation, well that's not true.

The answer is, yes but maybe not in the way you expected. Doing homework regularly is an important part of having a successful school year.

How Can My Child Be Successful? During the school year, you hope for the best for your child. You want them to succeed in everything.

When our kids have a fear of something, we can help that fear be accepted or we can make that fear get suppressed inside and potentially develop into anxiety.

It is a scientific fact - people who have their goals written down are much more successful than those who only “keep their goals in their head.”

It is a scientific fact - people who have their goals written down are much more successful than those who only “keep their goals in their head.”

Cross-training provides fitness, variety, academic, and psychosocial benefits and prevents injury to young athletes.

In the Sacramento we are fortunate to have so many resources that can not only keep kids safe and busy after the school day ends...

When I look at the many reasons parents enroll their children in Martial Arts a need that comes up time and time again is Focus.

With our Holiday events coming up, we would  like to talk about the importance of community, teamwork, and relationships.

Raising kids today is arguably harder than ever before. But, there are some ways to help ease the stress and strain of raising your little ones and prevent behavior problems through good parenting.