Vista (760) 522-2091 Oceanside (760) 616-4832
Vista - September 2023
Belt Testing Photos
Click here to download belt testing photos from last week's belt test. The link is only good for a week so download them soon.
Slight Schedule Change
We have moved all Thursday's classes 30 minutes later so students getting out of school can make the 4:30 BJJ class. Please visit the Class Schedule page to download the most recent schedule.
Fun Week!
The week after belt testing is Fun Week! Come extra and decompress from a stressful testing cycle.
Black Belt Test Prep Seminar Dates
Seminar Dates
August 12th: 11am-1pm
September 9th: 11am-1pm (there is a tournament prep from 10am-11am that precedes this seminar and it is highly recommended for students to participate in both. The tournament is Oct. 15th in Corona, Ca.)
October 7th: 11am-2pm (this is the final selection seminar for upcoming test.)
October 21st: 11am-2pm (invite only)
October 28th: 10am Black Belt Test. Floor will be open for warm-up at 9:30am.
Great Pumpkin Tournament Prep Seminars
The Great Pumpkin Tournament is Sunday, October 15th. Below are the preparation seminar dates. Please pay attention to the time and location. Some are at Vista and some at Oceanside. The Oceanside address is 4225 Oceanside Blvd Suite V, Oceanside, Ca, 92056.
Preparation Seminar Dates
August 15th: 6pm-7pm at OCEANSIDE location
Introduction to Tournaments
In this seminar we will be learning the details about the upcoming tournament and how to introduce ourselves. We will also be picking forms/weapons to work on.
(Note: Students who wish to compete are required to attend this seminar or the September 9th seminar at our Vista location as they both cover the same things.)
September 9th: 10am-11am at VISTA location
Introduction to Tournaments
In this seminar we will be learning the details about the upcoming tournament and how to introduce ourselves. We will also be picking forms/weapons to work on.
October 3rd: 3pm-7pm by appointment (15 minute blocks) at OCEANSIDE location
Working on open hand and weapon forms, and comportment with Master Mikita
October 5th: 6:45pm-7:45pm at VISTA location during Dan class.
Point sparring with tournament rules in mind. (We will also be working on this during classes for those on the list who came to the Aug, 15th or Sept. 9th seminar. Black belts should be there to assist.)
October 15th: Sunday - Tournament Day! Great Pumpkin Tournament, Corona Ca.
Vista - July 2023
Summer Camps!
We've got 3 flavors of summer camp this year: Karate Fun Camp, Advanced Karate Skills Camp, and a BJJ Immersion Camp. Click here to view the email we sent out with the details.
Mr. Chintalapati Going Away Party & Promotion Sat, July 22nd
Mr. Chintalapati is going off to college in the fall so we are having a going away/promotion party for him. More info will be sent out as we get closer.
Next Ninja Night - Friday July 29
$49 for students, $39 for siblings
T-shirts are in!
Our summer t-shirts are in!. Students can wear t-shirts instead of their dobak tops from July-September. The price is $25.
Studio Announcements October 2022
No Class Saturday, Oct 29th. Black Belt Test
There will be no regular classes on Saturday, Oct 29th as we have a Black Belt test.
Halloween Ninja Night - Vista - Saturday, October 29th from 6-9pm
- Who: Current CKA students and siblings (age 4 and older.)
- What (to wear:) Your best costume, spooky masks, beautiful princesses, pirates and more! (no glitter or weapons!!)
- What: Music, dancing, costume contest, obstacle courses, Karate games, and a pizza party.
- When: Saturday, December 12th from 6-9pm.
- Where: California Karate Academy studio Vista (1688 S. Melrose Dr)
- Price: $49 for students and $39 for second sibling.
The sign up sheet will be in the studio so make sure to secure your spot soon. We need to have the final headcount by Friday, December 9th. This event will fill up so sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Closed for Halloween, 10/31
We will be closed on Monday, 10/31 for Halloween. Enjoy your evening and be extra safe trick-or-treating.
Adjusted Vista Class Schedule on Mondays & Thursdays
Since schools are getting out later we have adjusted the Monday and Thursday class schedule at our Vista location. Please head over to our Class Schedule page to view the most recent calendar.
Back to full uniform - Vista & Oceanside
The weather is starting to cool down so we are back to full uniforms in classes beginning this week. Instructors will begin reminding students and if we have a very hot week (over 90 degrees) then special arrangements can be made.
Studio Announcements Sept 2022
Belt Testing Sept 27 - October 1 - No Regular Classes
Adjusted Vista Class Schedule on Mondays & Thursdays
Since schools are getting out later we have adjusted the Monday and Thursday class schedule at our Vista location. Please head over to our Class Schedule page to view the most recent calendar.
Ninja Night - Vista - Saturday, Sept 24th from 6-9pm
- Who: Current CKA students and siblings (age 4 and older.)
- What (to wear:) Your best costume, your favorite Jam Jams, or your karate uniform (no glitter!!)
- What: Music, dancing, costume contest, obstacle courses, Karate games, and a pizza party.
- When: Saturday, August 27th from 6-9pm.
- Where: California Karate Academy studio Vista (1688 S. Melrose Dr)
- Price: $49 for students and $39 for second sibling.
The sign up sheet will be in the studio so make sure to secure your spot soon. We need to have the final headcount by Friday, Sept 23rd.
Picture Day Sept 24th
Our annual Karate picture day is on the schedule for September.
There will be no regular classes at our Vista location on Saturday, September 24th as the photo folks will be in all day taking rad shots of students in their best Karate poses with killer backgrounds like fire dragons and ancient temples.
Sign ups will begin end of August.
This picture day will be at our Vista location and is open to our Oceanside Karate students as well. There will still be regular classes at the Oceanside studio.
T-shirts are in! Available in Vista & Oceanside
T shirts are now in stock - $25.
These shirts can be worn in place of our Karate tops during the hot summer months. T-shirts cannot be worn in place of BJJ uniform top (Gi)
Studio Announcements July 2022
T-shirts order delayed
Our printer caught covid last week so they are a bit behind with t-shirt orders. We appreciate your patience as we wait for the order to be completed.
Dan Test Prep Seminar Sat, July 23rd 11-1pm. No regular classes after 11am.
Our first Dan Test seminar of the second half of 2022 is this Saturday, July 23 from 11- 1pm. We will be having this seminar at the Vista location. These seminars are especially important for our Sr Red belts, CDBs and any Dan hoping to qualify to test into a rank. If you cannot make it be sure to let Master Mikita know.
Ninja Night Saturday, August 20th from 6-9pm
- Who: Current CKA students and siblings (age 4 and older.)
- What (to wear:) Your best costume, your favorite Jam Jams, or your karate uniform (no glitter!!)
- What: Music, dancing, costume contest, obstacle courses, Karate games, and a pizza party.
- When: Saturday, August 20th from 6-9pm.
- Where: California Karate Academy studio.
- Price: $49 for students and $39 for second sibling. Cash only please!
The sign up sheet will be in the studio so make sure to secure your spot soon. We need to have the final headcount by Friday, August 12th.
Karate Kids Fun Summer Camp 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm (2 spots remaining)
- Who: Students all belt ranks 7 years and older
- What: Karate training, obstacle courses, sparring basics, introduction to weapons and more!
- When: Mon, July 25th - Fri, July 29th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 20 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Advanced Training Skills Summer Camp 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm (2 spots remaining)
- Who: Students Senior Purple Belt and higher
- What: Advanced skills training including point sparring, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu concepts, team sparring, advanced weapons & forms, obstacle courses and tons of fun!
- When: Mon, Aug 1st - Fri, Aug 5th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 24 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Studio Announcements May 2022
Belt Testing June 7th - June 11th. No Regular Classes
Belt testing is from Tuesday, June 7th to Saturday, June 11th. There will be no regular classes during those times. Regular classes will resume on Monday, June 13th.
Annual Studio Summer Closure - July 4th - July 9th
We will be closed during the week of July 4th for our annual summer closure to deep clean and conduct instructor training. Regular classes resume on Monday, 7/11. Students are encouraged to make up any classes in the weeks preceding the closure or after. Have an excellent 4th of July!
Ninja Night Saturday, August 20th from 6-9pm
- Who: Current CKA students and siblings (age 4 and older.)
- What (to wear:) Your best costume, your favorite Jam Jams, or your karate uniform (no glitter!!)
- What: Music, dancing, costume contest, obstacle courses, Karate games, and a pizza party.
- When: Saturday, August 20th from 6-9pm.
- Where: California Karate Academy studio.
- Price: $49 for students and $39 for second sibling. Cash only please!
The sign up sheet will be in the studio so make sure to secure your spot soon. We need to have the final headcount by Friday, August 12th.
Karate Kids Fun Summer Camp 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm
- Who: Students all belt ranks 7 years and older
- What: Karate training, obstacle courses, sparring basics, introduction to weapons and more!
- When: Mon, July 25th - Fri, July 29th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 20 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Advanced Training Skills Summer Camp 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm
- Who: Students Senior Purple Belt and higher
- What: Advanced skills training including point sparring, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu concepts, team sparring, advanced weapons & forms, obstacle courses and tons of fun!
- When: Mon, Aug 1st - Fri, Aug 5th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 24 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Studio Announcements May 2022
No classes after 10:15 on Saturday, May 14th
There will be a Black Belt Test in its place from 11-3. Students who are testing can show up as early as 10:15am to start warming up.
Ninja Night Saturday, April 30th 6-9pm
- Who: Current CKA students and siblings (age 4 and older.)
- What (to wear:) Your best costume, your favorite Jam Jams, or your karate uniform (no glitter!!)
- What: Music, dancing, costume contest, obstacle courses, Karate games, and a pizza party.
- When: Saturday, April 30th from 6-9pm.
- Where: California Karate Academy studio.
- Price: $49 for students and $39 for second sibling. Cash only please!
Karate Kids Fun Summer Camp 7/25-7/29 9am-3pm
- Who: Students all belt ranks 7 years and older
- What: Karate training, obstacle courses, sparring basics, introduction to weapons and more!
- When: Mon, July 25th - Fri, July 29th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 20 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Advanced Training Skills Summer Camp 8/1-8/5 9am-3pm
- Who: Students Senior Purple Belt and higher
- What: Advanced skills training including point sparring, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu concepts, team sparring, advanced weapons & forms, obstacle courses and tons of fun!
- When: Mon, Aug 1st - Fri, Aug 5th from 9am-3pm
- Where: CKA Vista
- Why: Each camp counts as 24 classes and can be used to make up any missed lessons over the summer
- Price: $359
Studio Announcements March 2022
Belt Testing Running March 8th - 12th. No Regular Classes
If you are testing show up on time, in full uniform, and with water.
West Coast Classic Invitational Tournament April 9, 2022
Registration form is available here. The studio will be closed April 9th for regular classes as we will be down south competing and judging.
Studio Announcements February 2022
No Sparring Class Saturday, Feb 19th. Black Belt Test Prep Seminar instead
There will be no sparring class on Saturday, February 19th. In its place will be a Black Belt test prep seminar from 11-1pm. Students senior red belt and higher should attend. If you have prior commitments and cannot make it please let Master Mikita know right away.
No Classes Monday, February 21st for Presidents' Day
Studio will be closed for Presidents' Day, no regular classes. Feel free to makeup lessons on alternative days.
West Coast Classic Invitational Tournament April 9, 2022
Registration form is available here. The studio will be closed April 9th for regular classes as we will be down south competing and judging. There will be a tournament test prep seminar at our studio this Monday (Presidents' Day) from 10:30am - 11:30am to help students prepare for what is expected of them at the tournament.
Next Gup Belt Test is in March
Our next Gup (colored) belt test is March 8th - 12th so start making up classes if you need to. There will be no regular classes on those dates. The testing roster with names and testing times will be emailed out soon.
Studio Announcements January 2022
No Classes Monday, January 17 for MLK Day
Studio will be closed for MLK Day, no regular classes. Feel free to makeup lessons on alternative days.
West Coast Classic Invitational Tournament April 9, 2022
Registration form is available here. Studio will be closed April 9th for regular classes as we will be down south competing and judging.
Happy New Year! Next Gup Belt Test is in March
Our next Gup (colored) belt test is in March so start making up classes if you need to.
Black Belt Promotion & Gup Belt Testing Pictures are Live
Head on over to our Photos page to view all of the current pictures from our Black Belt promotion ceremony and our December Gup belt test.
Slight Class Schedule Adjustment
Starting Monday, December 13th there will be a slight schedule change to accommodate our new ranks. Please visit our Class Schedule page to download the latest version.
BBC Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Don't forget that Jiu-Jitsu is included in your membership if your student is 7 years and older and in the Black Belt Club. The only additional cost is the price of the BJJ uniform. If you're interested in attending please talk to one of the Mikitas.
Studio Announcements December 2021
Gup Belt Testing is Complete!
Congratulations to all of the students who tested over the past week. Your hard work and dedication really shined during your belt tests. Belt promotions will be ongoing throughout fun week so come to class, have fun, and get promoted!
Dec 13th - 18th is Fun Week
The week after belt testing is fun week! Come extra if you'd like and blow off some steam from your belt test.
Black Belt Promotion & Gup Belt Testing Pictures are Live
Head on over to our Photos page to view all of the current pictures from our Black Belt promotion ceremony and our December Gup belt test. There are also download links so you can download higher resolution versions of the photos to keep.
Closed for Christmas/New Years Holiday
We are closed for the holiday from December 24-January 1. Regular classes resume on Monday, January 3rd. Feel free to make up any missed classes before or after the holiday.
Slight Class Schedule Adjustment
Starting Monday, December 13th there will be a slight schedule change to accommodate our new ranks. Please visit our Class Schedule page to download the latest version.
BBC Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Don't forget that Jiu-Jitsu is included in your membership if your student is 7 years and older and in the Black Belt Club. The only additional cost is the price of the BJJ uniform. If you're interested in attending please talk to one of the Mikitas.
Studio Announcements April 2021
Karate Skills & Sparring Intensive Training Camp (Karate BBC Students) July 26th - 30th 9am - 3pm
Senior Orange belts and Higher
BBC only
July 26th - 30th
9:00am - 3:00pm
We need a minimum of 10 students to run this camp
$329
This camp focuses on improving our traditional Tang Soo Do skills such as forms (we will work through Bassai Dae for some students,) one steps, free and point sparring, self defense, and a ton of fun sparring drills and games.
This will be similar to previous years Karate training camps however there is no double testing. We will be doing a combination of indoor and outdoor training, learning advanced training with sais and cane and hope to make at least one walking trip to our local park for outdoor training. There will be a pizza party and student chosen movie on Friday.
You will earn 20 classes for participating in this camp and it is a great way to make up for classes you might have missed over the summer vacation or to brush up your skills. Students will learn forms and training ahead of their current rank and should show up ready to work. This is our most intense camp and has a total Karate focus.
Action Star Karate Fun Camp August 2nd - 6th 9am - 3pm
All ages and ranks welcome
August 2nd - 6th
9:00am - 3:00pm
We need a minimum of 10 students to run this camp
$329
Our second camp this summer will be an Action Star Karate Fun Camp. This will include some skill-based training but will mostly be losing our minds being action stars. This camp will focus on the various martial arts you see in the movies. Learn cool XMA nunchaku/weapons forms (age appropriate,) lots of obstacle courses, awesome spinning kicks, showmanship, ninja rolls and game-based training.
All of this will focus on creating a short action film as a group. From story-boarding and script-writing to creating costumes and scenes, to final editing. On Friday, we will have a pizza party and a family viewing of our 1-3 minute video. This is sure to be both a great time and a good laugh for our families. This is our first year offering this creative camp and is sure to be a regular option forward (unless we bomb it.)
T-shirts available for order
We are taking pre-orders on our 2021 retro t-shirts which are $25. These shirts can be worn in place of your Dobohk tops during the hotter days of summer beginning in May.
Students can also wear any CKA t-shirts from past summers as well. T-shirt cannot be worn in place of tops during testing. We are not stocking the proshop with these so order today to avoid disappointment.
Ninja Night Flashlight Dance Party April 24, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
We are offering our first Ninja Night of 2021 and it is sure to be a blast. The theme is Ninja Night-Dance Party and feel free to bring your favorite flashlight to light up the dance-mats.
There will be fun, there will be music and games, there will be pizza and a disco ball. The cost is $69 and we accept check or cash. Due to safety precautions we are limiting the student count to 14 so space is very limited. Call today with any questions or to reserve your spot - 760-522-2091
Ninja Night Covid-19 Protocols
* Masks properly fitted over nose and mouth - worn at all times by students and instructors except when eating or drinking
* If student does not have a properly fitted mask, one will be provided
* Thorough and frequent sanitization of hands and equipment
* Temperature checks at front door
* Fresh airflow with open back doors
Congratulations To our new Masters / Ceremony April 17
We want to congratulate our new Master instructors Sah Bum Nim Mikita & Sah Bum Nim Arango as well as our fourth Dan Master Roth. There will be a promotion ceremony on Saturday April 17th at 2pm. Please let the studio know if you plan to attend as space will be limited.
Dan Test Preparation Seminars / No weapons class on these dates
We will have our black belt test preparation classes on these dates (no weapons classes will be run)
- April 10th 11 am - 1:30 pm
- April 24th 11 am - 2:00 pm
- May 15th 11am - 2:00 pm
Black Belt Tests (No sparring class or weapons class on these dates)
- May 22nd 11 am (Floor opens at 10:15 for warmup)
- May 29th 11 am (Floor opens at 10:15 for warmup)
Studio closed Memorial Day Monday May 31st
Have a great and safe holiday.
Zoom is cancelled
Time to attend live classes!