Bryan Nay Full Body
Bryan Nay Headshot
Bryan Nay
Head Instructor
Kovar's Belt Rank
5th Degree Black Belt
Training since
1990
Kovar's employee since
2004
Other Styles
Olympic Taekwondo, Okinawan Kobudo, Krav Maga, CrossFit, MMA Conditioning Coach, Filipino Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Jeet Kune Do, Capoeira, Kovar Systems Success Coach
Personal Statement

Training in Martial Arts has been a major part of my life since I was very young, and I know that I am a better person as a result. It is my mission to share what I have learned with others and to help as many people as possible reap the lasting joy and benefits that come with Martial Arts training and practice. “Who you are speaks so loudly, I can’t hear a word you’re saying.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Joel Renteria
Joel Renteria
Joel Renteria
Program Director
Kovar's Belt Rank
Advanced Brown Belt
Training since
1999
Kovar's employee since
2021
Other Styles
Kenpo Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Boxing, Golden State Karate Champion
Personal Statement

I thank my parents for starting me in Martial Arts. Martial Arts are more than just physical training - it also helps strengthen you mentally and emotionally. I use what I have learned in Martial Arts daily to better myself. I am grateful to be in a position to help our students see their potential and reach their goals. Try out a class and meet the team! I hope to see you soon!

Mark Caswell
Mark Caswell
Mark Caswell
Head Instructor
Kovar's Belt Rank
7th Degree Black Belt
Training since
1984
Kovar's employee since
1991
Other Styles
3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, 2nd Degree Black Belt in laido, 1st Degree Black Belt in Doce Pares Aris, 1st Degree Black Belt in Okinawan Kobudo, 1st Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jo Jitsu, 1st Degree Black Belt equivalent in Jeet Kune Do
Personal Statement

"I am so blessed to be able to influence so many people positively and to help shape their lives. Favorite Quote: 'The most minute transformation is like a pebble dropped into a still lake. The ripples spread out endlessly.' - Emanuel"

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Experience the best of martial arts

With elite instructors in a supportive environment, Kovar’s Fair Oaks offers classes for children, teens, and adults. Kovar's martial arts program blends various styles, including mixed Martial Arts, Kenpo, Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Kendo, Judo, Taekwondo, and more, catering to diverse interests and providing a well-rounded training experience. Plus, we offer specialty classes for those interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

See why parents and students love Kovar's Satori Academy!

instructor teaching a girl martial arts
Daniel Quintanilla
March 14, 2024
This place is AMAZING. Since I was a kid so many friends of mine raved about this place and I was reluctant to go but I’m glad this place is great and welcoming for both young ones and adults!
FistWeaver
March 14, 2024
Kovars is absolutely amazing!!! It offers a great learning experience from instructors who really care for the students not only in regards to martial arts and self defense but also helping build strong core values for the future. Thorough teaching from knowledgeable instructors that genuinely want to see each student improve with a welcoming environment for all ages. Can't recommend them enough!
Jesse Carlisle
March 8, 2024
Great place and great with my son.
J Zero
February 22, 2018

The staff and instructors here are super awesome!  It’s never a dull day with Shihan and Renshi Caswell and the rest of the staff!  You make the martial arts experience joyful, personable, and always exciting.  Thank you for what you do!

Anna Nava
March 14, 2024
I would highly recommend anyone who is thinking of signing up to enroll now! The classes were so much fun and beneficial. Joel was amazing to work with, answered all of my questions, and was very informative.
Kelly Hall
September 16, 2019

What a gem! The instructors are fabulous- always taking a positive reinforcement position when teaching. Great curriculum, engaging lessons, thorough communication. We are so honored to be part of this studio!


April Smith
February 7, 2023

My daughter loves her classes. All the instructors are motivating and very friendly. They also teach the kids other life skills, like the importance of eating healthy, doing well in school, and doing their chores.

David Bland
March 2, 2024
Moved to Roseville during 2020 and was worried we’d not find a good martial arts school. Learned about KOVAR’S by searching online and they were doing zoom classes since everything was closed down. Kim was amazing at getting our 3 kids onboarded and when things opened back up they’ve all been going 3-5+ times a week in person ever since. They even convince me to take an evening jiu jitsu class that I’ve enjoyed for a couple years now. Great family oriented martial arts school!
1776
June 28, 2023

My son started here at Kovar’s a few months ago. He absolutely loves coming to class. Every instructor is professional and extremely good with the toddlers/preschool age kids in his class (who are significantly harder to coach well and maintain patience with compared to school aged children)

I taught competitive sports for well over 14 years at a high level. Worked with Olympian’s and the coaches who coached them. Take my word for it - the instructors here are excellent.

Caswell has been teaching since I was a child (in fact, he was my instructor)

The very few times I have had to defend myself in the real world, I won the fights in devastating fashion and my aggressors honestly had no idea what happened to them.

From correct striking to discipline and routine, kovars is worth every penny.

Robert Du Gaue
December 6, 2022

Beat place in town for Martial Arts, both kids and adults.

David Wright
March 6, 2024
Jonathan Fairdian
August 4, 2019

I like training jiu jitsu at this location. James Anderson and Charles Jelks are really amazing/knowledgeable instructors. Both James and Charles and super cool. They love to help you learn jiu jitsu genuinely which is a rare feat to find in instructors. This is my favorite place to train to jiu jitsu. Will be coming to this location more often for jiu jitsu and there is honestly no other place I recommend more than here for training.

Josiah Henderson
August 19, 2021

We love the instructors and program at Kovars at Madison! Our son has learned skills and grown his confidence in his training here. The Kovars staff has evolved so well during the covid pandemic as well. Great team and program.

MaryEllen Uttinger
March 7, 2024
Nick McCowan
February 29, 2024
As a father I want the best for my daughter. Mixed martial arts was Moon’s idea (my daughter). Moon and I went to a few different dojos feeling everything out. Some places had good “this” and bad “that”, or visa versa. The moment Moon and I walked into Kovar’s - we were BOTH comfortable and relaxed. The environment radiates positive energy, team work, accountability and spirit. Every instructor goes above and beyond with each student and the lessons are much more than kicks and punches, Moon is constantly learning morals and values in every class and she takes the lessons back to school with her and uses what she’s learned. Moon is now an advanced red belt, she justed turned 10 and is on her way to earning her black belt. As a father I couldn’t be happier with Kovar’s.
Eric Seyfried
February 23, 2024
My 8 year loves this place! She looks forward to martial arts every time. It’s good vibes all around. It’s affordable, especially with how much you get to go!

Programs for all ages

Looking for other Martial Arts styles?

Add to your skillset with specialty classes offered at Kovar’s Fair Oaks Academy.

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Explore our class schedule

Academy Hours
2:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 8:00p
9:00a – 12:00p
Junior Classes
Lil' Samurai
3:30p – 4:00p
6:00p – 6:30p
4:30p – 5:00p
5:45p – 6:15p
3:30p – 4:00p
6:00p – 6:30p
4:30p – 5:00p
5:45p – 6:15p
3:30p – 4:00p
11:00a – 11:30a
Junior Beginner
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
11:30a – 12:15p
Junior Intermediate
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
10:15a – 11:00a
11:30a – 12:15p
Junior Advanced
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
5:00p – 5:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
5:00p – 5:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
10:15a – 11:00a
Junior Black Belt
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
5:00p – 5:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:30p – 7:15p
5:00p – 5:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
10:15a – 11:00a
Junior Black Belt Prep
6:00p – 6:45p
Demo Team (Invitation Only)
11:00a – 12:00p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Kenpo (All Ranks)
5:00p – 6:00p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:00p – 8:00p
5:00p – 6:00p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:00p – 8:00p
5:00p – 6:00p
9:00a – 10:00a
Black Belt
5:00p – 6:00p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:00p – 8:00p
5:00p – 6:00p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:00p – 8:00p
5:00p – 6:00p
9:00a – 10:00a
Krav Maga Beginner
6:15p – 7:15p
6:15p – 7:15p
Krav Maga Intermediate
7:15p – 8:15p
7:15p – 8:15p
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
11:30a – 12:30p
8:00p – 9:00p
11:30a – 12:30p
8:00p – 9:00p
11:30a – 12:30p
Academy Hours
2:30p - 8:00p
2:30p - 8:00p
2:30p - 8:00p
2:30p - 8:00p
2:30p - 8:00p
Junior Classes
Lil' Samurai
3:30p - 4:00p
5:00p - 5:30p
3:30p - 4:00p
5:00p - 5:30p
3:30p - 4:00p
Juniors
4:15p - 4:55p
5:00p - 5:40p
3:30p - 4:10p
4:15p - 4:55p
4:15p - 4:55p
5:00p - 5:40p
3:30p - 4:10p
4:15p - 4:55p
4:15p - 4:55p
5:00p - 5:40p
Junior Black Belt
6:45p - 7:45p
6:45p - 7:45p
Teen & Adult Classes
Adults and Teens
5:45p - 6:45p
5:45p - 6:45p
5:45p - 6:45p
5:45p - 6:45p
5:45p - 6:45p
Adult and Teens Black Belt
6:45p - 7:45p
6:45p - 7:45p
Misc
Black Belt Prep
6:45p - 7:45p
Academy Hours
2:30p – 8:30p
2:30p – 8:30p
2:30p – 8:30p
2:30p – 8:30p
2:30p – 7:30p
9:00a – 1:00p
Junior Classes
Lil' Samurai
3:30p – 4:00p
5:45p – 6:15p
3:30p – 4:00p
5:45p – 6:15p
3:30p – 4:00p
11:00a – 11:30a
Junior (All Ranks)
6:30p – 7:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
Junior
(White – Orange)
5:45p – 6:30p
3:30p – 4:15p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:30p – 4:15p
4:00p – 4:45p
10:00a – 10:30a
Junior
(Orange - Blue)
5:00p – 5:45p
4:15p – 5:00p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:15p – 5:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
10:00a – 10:30a
Junior
(Red - Advanced Brown)
4:15p – 5:00p
4:15p – 5:00p
4:15p – 5:00p
4:15p – 5:00p
4:45p – 5:30p
10:30a – 11:00a
Junior (Black Belt)
4:15p – 5:00p
4:15p – 5:00p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:15p – 5:00p
4:15p – 5:00p
5:00p – 5:45p
4:45p – 5:30p
10:30a – 11:00a
Junior Black Belt Prep
5:30p – 6:15p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
All Ranks
7:15p – 8:15p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:15p – 8:15p
7:15p – 8:15p
6:15p – 7:15p
9:00a – 10:00a
Black Belt
5:00p – 5:45p
5:00p – 5:45p
Black Belt Prep
5:30p – 6:15p
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
8:15p – 9:00p
8:15p – 9:00p
Academy Hours
3:15p – 9:00p
3:15p – 8:30p
3:00p – 8:30p
3:00p – 9:00p
3:00p – 8:30p
8:30a – 11:45a
Junior Classes
Lil’ Samurai
(all ages)
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
11:15a – 11:45a
Juniors (White – Advanced Brown Belt)
3:15p – 4:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
3:15p – 4:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
6:45p – 7:30p
3:15p – 4:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
3:15p – 4:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:00p – 6:45p
6:45p – 7:30p
3:15p – 4:00p
10:30a – 11:15a
Junior Sparring
4:00p – 4:45p
Demo Team (Invitation Only)
4:45p – 6:30p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Teens/Adults/Jr. Black Belts
4:45p – 5:30p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:45p – 5:30p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:45p – 5:30p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:45p – 5:30p
7:30p – 8:15p
7:30p – 8:15p
9:00a – 9:45a
Sparring
8:15p – 9:00p
8:15p – 9:00p
Black Belt Prep
5:45p – 7:30p
8:30a – 9:15a
TNT Leadership Training (Invitation only)
5:30p - 6:00p
8:15p – 9:00p
Family Training Classes
Family Training Classes
6:45p – 7:30p
6:45p – 7:30p
9:45a -10:30a
Academy Hours
3:00p – 9:00p
3:00p – 8:30p
3:00p – 9:00p
3:00p – 8:30p
3:30p – 8:00p
9:00a – 11:30a
Junior Classes
Mini Samurai
3:00p – 3:30p
3:00p – 3:30p
4:30p – 5:00p
Lil' Samurai (Parent Participation)
3:30p – 4:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
4:30p – 5:00p
Lil' Samurai (Independent)
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
3:30p – 4:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
4:00p – 4:30p
10:00a – 10:30a
Junior Beginners (White-Gold)
5:30p – 6:15p
6:15p – 7:00p
5:30p – 6:15p
6:15p – 7:00p
5:00p – 5:45p
10:30a – 11:15a
Junior Intermediate (Orange-Blue)
5:30p – 6:15p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
4:45p – 5:30p
5:30p – 6:15p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
4:45p – 5:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
10:30a – 11:15a
Junior Advanced (Red-Adv. Brown)
4:00p – 4:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:45p – 5:30p
4:00p – 4:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
4:00p – 4:45p
5:00p – 5:45p
10:30a – 11:15a
Junior Black Belt
4:00p – 4:45p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:00p – 4:45p
7:30p – 8:15p
Junior Sparring
11:15a – 11:30a
Junior Jiu Jitsu
4:45p – 5:30p
4:45p – 5:30p
Junior Black Belt Prep
7:15p – 8:15p
5:45p – 6:15p
Demo Team (Invitation Only)
5:00p – 6:00p
TNT (invitation only)
6:00p – 7:00p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Teen (White-Adv. Brown)
4:45p – 5:30p
4:45p – 5:30p
9:00a – 10:00a
Teen (Black Belt)
6:00p – 7:15p
7:30p – 8:15p
6:00p – 7:15p
7:30p – 8:15p
9:00a – 10:00a
Adults (White-Adv. Brown)
7:00p – 8:00p
6:00p – 6:45p
7:00p – 8:00p
6:00p – 6:45p
6:15p – 7:00p
9:00a – 10:00a
Adults (Black Belt)
6:00p – 7:15p
6:00p – 7:15p
6:15p – 7:00p
9:00a – 10:00a
Adult Jiu Jitsu
8:00p – 9:00p
8:00p – 9:00p
Teen/Adult Open Mat
11:30a – 12:30p
Teen/Adult
Black Belt Prep
7:15p – 8:15p
5:45p – 6:15p
Teen/Adult TNT (invitation only)
7:15p – 8:15p
Academy Hours
3:00p – 7:30p
3:00p – 7:30p
3:00p – 7:30p
3:00p – 7:30p
3:00p – 7:00p
Junior Classes
Lil’ Samurai (all ages)
4:00p – 4:30p
5:15p – 5:45p
6:00p – 6:30p
4:00p – 4:30p
5:15p – 5:45p
6:00p – 6:30p
4:30p – 5:00p
Juniors (Beginners)
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
5:00p – 5:30p
Juniors (Intermediate)
4:15p – 5:00p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
4:30p – 5:15p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
5:00p – 5:30p
5:30p – 6:00p
Juniors (Advanced)
4:15p – 5:00p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
4:30p – 5:15p
5:45p – 6:30p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
5:30p – 6:00p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Teens/Adults/Jr. Black Belts
6:30p – 7:15p
4:30p – 5:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
4:30p – 5:15p
6:30p – 7:15p
6:00p – 6:30p
Academy Hours
10:00a – 11:00a
2:30p – 9:00p
3:30p – 9:00p
10:00a – 11:00a
2:30p – 9:30p
3:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 7:00p
8:00a – 12:00p
Junior Classes
Lil' Samurai
2:30p – 3:00p
6:30p – 7:00p
4:15p – 4:45p
5:00p – 5:30p
2:30p – 3:00p
6:30p – 7:00p
4:15p – 4:45p
5:00p – 5:30p
2:30p – 3:00p
Junior (All Ranks)
3:30p – 4:10p
5:00p – 5:40p
5:45p – 6:25p
3:30p – 4:10p
5:45p – 6:25p
3:30p – 4:10p
5:00p – 5:40p
5:45p – 6:25p
3:30p – 4:10p
5:45p – 6:25p
3:30p – 4:10p
10:00a – 10:40a
Junior (Purple-Adv Brown)
4:15p – 4:55p
4:15p – 4:55p
Junior (Black Belt)
4:15p – 4:55p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:15p – 4:55p
7:30p – 8:15p
4:15p – 5:00p
9:00a – 9:45a
Junior Black Belt Prep
5:15p – 6:00p
Demo Team Practice
10:45a – 11:30a
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Teen/Adult (All Ranks)
10:00a – 10:45a
7:15p – 8:00p
6:30p – 7:15p
10:00a – 10:45a
7:15p – 8:00p
6:30p – 7:15p
4:15p – 5:00p
9:00a – 9:45a
Teen/Adult (1st + Adv Degree Black Belt)
5:00p – 5:45p
7:30p – 8:15p
5:00p – 5:45p
7:30p – 8:15p
9:00a – 9:45a
Teen/Adult Black Belt Prep
8:00a – 9:00a
Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
8:15p – 9:15p
8:15p – 9:15p
TNT (Invitation Only)
11:45a – 12:30p
Academy Hours
2:30p – 9:45p
2:30p – 9:00p
2:30p – 9:45p
2:30p – 9:30p
2:30p – 8:00p
8:30a – 12:00p
Junior Classes
Lil’ Samurai (All Ranks)
3:45p – 4:15p
2:45p – 3:15p
3:15p – 3:45p
3:45p – 4:15p
2:45p – 3:15p
3:15p – 3:45p
3:15p – 3:45p
4:30p – 5:00p
10:15a – 10:45a
10:45a – 11:15a
Lil’ Samurai (Beginner)
5:45p – 6:15p
5:45p – 6:15p
Lil’ Samurai (Advanced)
6:15p – 6:45p
6:15p – 6:45p
Junior (All Ranks)
6:45p – 7:30p
6:45p – 7:30p (Z)
3:00p – 3:45p
6:45p – 7:30p
6:45p – 7:30p (Z)
3:45p – 4:30p
5:00p – 5:45p
9:30a – 10:15a
Junior Beginner & Intermediate (White – Blue)
4:15p – 5:00p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
6:00p – 6:45p
4:15p – 5:00p
3:45p – 4:30p
5:15p – 6:00p
6:00p – 6:45p
Junior Intermediate & Advanced (Orange – Adv. Brown)
4:30p – 5:15p
4:30p – 5:15p
Junior Advanced & Black Belt (Red – Jr. Black Belt)
5:00p – 5:45p
5:00p – 5:45p
Junior Black Belt
4:30p – 5:15p
4:30p – 5:15p
Birthday Parties
By Appointment
Teen & Adult Classes
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
8:30p – 9:30p
11:15a – 12:15p
Demo Team - Kicking Class
6:45p – 7:30p
Demo Team Practice
7:30p – 8:15p
Teen (All Ranks)
4:30p – 5:15p
4:30p – 5:15p
Adult (All Ranks)
6:45p – 7:45p (ZD)
6:45p – 7:45p (ZD)
Teen & Adult (All Ranks)
7:30p – 8:15p
7:30p – 8:15p
5:45p – 6:30p
8:30a – 9:30a
Teen & Adult Black Belt
7:45p – 8:15p
7:45p – 8:15p
Z – Class is offered on Zoom only
ZD – class has both Zoom and Dojo Option

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Purchase Trial

After submission, you’ll be taken to the checkout page to purchase your trial.

3

Schedule Orientation

Once checkout is complete, you’ll be redirected to our scheduling page to book your orientation.

4

Attend Your First Class

At orientation, you’ll meet your Program Director, who will share more about Kovar’s and introduce your child to their instructor and classmates.

Ready to start your martial arts journey?

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Address & Phone

8526 Madison Ave.

Fair Oaks, CA 95628

(916) 965-1561
@kovarsfairoaks
/KovarsFairOaks