# Kovar's Satori Academy > Kovar's Satori Academy is a network of nine martial arts academies in the greater Sacramento, California area. Programs are grouped by age: Mini Samurai (ages 3-4, select academies), Lil' Samurai (ages 5-6), Juniors (ages 7-11), Teens (ages 12-17) and Adults (18+), plus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Krav Maga at select academies. Every membership includes unlimited classes at any of the nine academies. First class is free for ages 5 and up. Mini Samurai starts with an orientation. Last updated: 2026-09-15 ## Key facts - Brand names: Kovar's Satori Academy, Kovar's Martial Arts, Kovar's. Founded by Dave Kovar. Over 45 years in the Sacramento area. - Nine academies: Cameron Park, Carmichael, Elk Grove - Laguna, Elk Grove - Waterman, Fair Oaks, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville, Sacramento - Natomas. - Style: Kovar's Blend, drawing from Kenpo, Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Eskrima and Krav Maga. - Instructors are certified through the Satori Instructor Alliance and are background checked and fingerprinted. - Hours: Monday through Friday afternoons and evenings, Saturday mornings. Closed Sunday. Exact hours vary by academy. - Phone: 800-645-3676. - How to start: click Schedule Your First Class at https://www.kovars.com/get-started, choose an academy, complete a 2-minute form, book a first class or orientation, and meet the Program Director. ## Programs by age - [Mini Samurai, ages 3-4](https://www.kovars.com/programs/mini-samurai): A first activity for 3 and 4 year olds. Uses martial arts to teach listening, following directions, taking turns, balance and confidence. Two classes a week. Drop-off format; parents may sit on the mat for the first class or two. Potty trained preferred. Own camo belt track. Starts October 12, 2026 at Elk Grove - Waterman, Fair Oaks, Folsom, Rocklin and Sacramento - Natomas. Cameron Park, Carmichael, Elk Grove - Laguna and Roseville launch in January 2027. Enrollment begins with an orientation, not a trial class. - [Lil' Samurai, ages 5-6](https://www.kovars.com/programs/lil-samurai): Focus, confidence and the first real belts for the kindergarten and first grade years. Classes about 30 minutes. Standard Kovar's belt track. All nine academies. - [Juniors, ages 7-11](https://www.kovars.com/programs/juniors): Confidence, bully prevention, leadership and the path to black belt. Classes 40 to 45 minutes, grouped by belt rank. Sparring introduced when a child is ready. All nine academies. - [Teens, ages 12-17](https://www.kovars.com/programs/teens): Self-confidence, bully prevention, fitness and discipline. Classes 45 to 60 minutes. All nine academies. - [Adults, 18+](https://www.kovars.com/programs/adults): Self-defense, fitness and stress relief for beginners through advanced. All nine academies. - [Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu](https://www.kovars.com/programs/brazilian-jiu-jitsu): Teens and adults. Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Roseville and Sacramento - Natomas. - [Krav Maga](https://www.kovars.com/programs/krav-maga): Carmichael. Children move up by age and readiness at the same academy with the same instructors. Belt rank carries over between programs. ## Pricing and enrollment - [Pricing](https://www.kovars.com/pricing): Membership starts at $229 per month for unlimited classes at any of the nine academies. - First class is free for Lil' Samurai, Juniors, Teens and Adults. Schedule at https://www.kovars.com/get-started. - Mini Samurai launch offer: half off the first month plus a free Mini Samurai t-shirt for new students who enroll by October 31, 2026. - Family discounts are available; ask the academy's Program Director. - Memberships may be paused for travel or breaks by arrangement with the Program Director. Cancellation requires 30 days written notice. - Uniform and protective gear are purchased separately. ## Locations - [Cameron Park](https://www.kovars.com/locations/cameron-park): 3000 Green Valley Rd Ste. 4, Cameron Park, CA 95682. (530) 672-1958. Mini Samurai from January 2027. - [Carmichael](https://www.kovars.com/locations/carmichael): 7520 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael, CA 95608. (916) 481-4830. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Krav Maga. Mini Samurai from January 2027. - [Elk Grove - Laguna](https://www.kovars.com/locations/laguna-elk-grove): 9168 Franklin Blvd. Ste. E, Elk Grove, CA 95758. (916) 684-3283. Mini Samurai from January 2027. - [Elk Grove - Waterman](https://www.kovars.com/locations/waterman-elk-grove): 9320 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95624. (916) 714-3390. Mini Samurai from October 12, 2026. - [Fair Oaks](https://www.kovars.com/locations/fair-oaks): 8526 Madison Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628. (916) 965-1561. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mini Samurai from October 12, 2026. - [Folsom](https://www.kovars.com/locations/folsom): 325-A East Bidwell Ste. A, Folsom, CA 95630. (916) 789-1353. Mini Samurai from October 12, 2026. - [Rocklin](https://www.kovars.com/locations/rocklin): 3091 Stanford Ranch Rd Suite B, Rocklin, CA 95765. (916) 283-4002. Mini Samurai from October 12, 2026. - [Roseville](https://www.kovars.com/locations/roseville): 354 N. Sunrise Ave, Ste. 190, Roseville, CA 95661. (916) 789-1133. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mini Samurai from January 2027. - [Sacramento - Natomas](https://www.kovars.com/locations/sacramento-natomas): 2250 Del Paso Rd., Ste. A, Sacramento, CA 95834. (916) 419-9878. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mini Samurai from October 12, 2026. ## Frequently asked questions - [All FAQs](https://www.kovars.com/faqs): Pricing, age to start, class length, trial classes, belts, cancellation, birthday parties, camps, bully prevention and more. - What age can a child start? Age 3 in Mini Samurai at select academies. Age 5 in Lil' Samurai at every academy. - How long are classes? Lil' Samurai classes are about 30 minutes. Juniors classes are 40 to 45 minutes. Teens and adults are 45 to 60 minutes. - How often should a student train? Two to three times a week. Memberships include unlimited classes. - How long to black belt? Typically 3.5 to 5 years of consistent training. - Can parents watch? Yes, every academy has seating for parents and siblings. ## Community and events - [Events](https://www.kovars.com/events): Mini Samurai Socials, open houses, belt tests and academy events. - [Birthday parties](https://www.kovars.com/birthdays): Private martial arts birthday parties at all nine academies. - [Local school programs](https://www.kovars.com/local-school-programs): Martial arts programs delivered at Sacramento area schools. - [Bully prevention](https://www.kovars.com/bully-prevention): Kovar's bully prevention training. - [Live Safe program](https://www.kovars.com/live-safe-program): Personal safety training for groups and organizations. ## About - [Our story](https://www.kovars.com/our-story) - [Our team](https://www.kovars.com/our-team) - [The Satori Foundation](https://www.kovars.com/satori-foundation) - [Why martial arts](https://www.kovars.com/why-martial-arts) ## Optional - [Current curriculum](https://www.kovars.com/curriculum): Rank requirements for enrolled families. - [For students and families](https://www.kovars.com/for-students-and-families) - [Glossary](https://www.kovars.com/glossary) - [Kovar Systems](https://www.kovarsystems.com/): Separate business coaching company for martial arts school owners, founded by Dave Kovar. Not a Kovar's Satori Academy program.