Kovar's Satori Academy of Martial Arts - Laguna

Physical fitness is central to my life. I take great pride in having earned my Master's Degree and become an Iron Man finisher.

Martial arts is a perfect vehicle for personal improvement. I have become more confident and disciplined because of my training.

Head Instructor with a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

I strive to inspire others to reach their potential through martial arts: gaining courage, building good habits, and striving for excellence.

I feel that as a Martial Arts Instructor, the job asks us to hold ourselves accountable to live to the highest moral standards.

I have not lived life without Martial Arts. I was born into it, it is all I’ve ever known. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt.

I’ve been training in martial arts almost as long as I can remember and along the way, it’s taught me to make friends with failure.

Martial arts has made me confident and strong. I can’t wait to share that with others.

I have a passion for martial arts training and teaching. I believe everyone can benefit from the values of martial arts.

The life you live is the lesson you teach.

Live completely. Know your deepest purpose. Give the gift you were born to give.

I believe martial arts has something for everyone, and I really enjoy hearing how martial arts has helped change my students’ lives.

I cannot overstate the positive effects of martial arts on my life. My experience has shown me that training can benefit absolutely everyone.

As a 'karate mom’ for over 15 years, I've seen the positive benefits of martial arts on both of my children.

Martial arts have enriched my life immeasurably and I know they can do the same for everyone.

From my martial arts training at Kovar's, I learned to focus on 'Kyushu' which means optimism.