The ClubHouse Academy in Fountain Valley offers a number of Karate classes for children and adults of all skill levels. The Karate-do martial arts form focuses on motor skills and self-esteem development through the traditional teachings of basic to advanced techniques. Under the guidance of our talented instructional team, children will develop coordination, improve balance, and achieve total fitness and self-defense while increasing self-confidence. The ClubHouse Academy program also has a track for students to train for sports-level competition.
Our team of karate instructors includes national champions and former/current members of the USA National Karate Federation and AAU Karate Teams. Head instructor Sensei Chad Eagan has over 30 years of experience in multiple fields of martial arts, with over 20 years of teaching experience. Sensei is a 7-time national champion and a 10-year member of the USA National Karate Team.
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Instructors: Sensei Chad Eagan and Staff
Head instructor Sensei Chad Eagan currently holds the rank of 6th Degree Black Belt under the Japan Karate-Do Jinen-Kai organization, and 3rd Degree Black Belt under the Olympic committee recognized United States of America National Karate-Do Federation. Sensei Chad is currently the USA National Karate Kata Coach. Sensei Eagan has been training since the age of 5 years old, has over 40 years of experience in multiple fields of martial arts, and has over 20 years of teaching experience. He studied and trained extensively under Sensei Yamazaki as early as 1985. He has been recognized for many awards throughout his career, such as the 2005 Masters Hall of Fame Competitor of the Year, the 2007 Masters Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award, a 7-time national champion, and a 10-year member of the USA National Karate Team. All the experience and accolades have allowed him to coach over 50 national and international champions.
Sensei Adam Kraus is a 3rd-degree black belt in Shindo Jinen Ryu and has been a student of Karate since he was 8 years old. Adam is a 2x Senior National Champion with multiple junior national titles. Adam is a Senior US Team member and competes at the highest level for Kumite, representing the US at international level competitions. Adam has a passion for martial arts and sports fitness, and believes karate is not just a sport but a lifestyle.
Sempai Nathan Takatsuka is a second-degree black belt under Jinen Kai. His Karate journey started when he was 5 years old and has played an essential part in his life. He competed in competitions all around the country for 10 years. His favorite part of karate is teaching. Nathan finds it very rewarding to see the kids get better as they go through their karate journey.
Sempai Paul Luu is a dedicated and passionate martial artist with 20 years of experience. Specializing in Shindo Jinen Ryu and under the tutelage of multiple Jinen Kai senior instructors, he has trained students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. As an instructor, he focuses on imparting not only physical techniques but also essential life skills such as discipline, respect, and focus. As a father of 3 children, he understands the commitment to fostering a positive learning environment at our ClubHouse Academy dojo.
Sempai Reece Yoshizawa is a second-degree blackbelt under Jinen Kai. Reece started Karate at the age of 4 and continues to compete and train to this day. Reece is a multi-national champion and competed both nationally/internationally, representing the US Junior National team for both USNKF and AAU Karate organizations. He currently attends UCLA and is studying to be a Pediatrician.
