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Located at the corner of Stanford Ranch and Sunset Blvd next to the Bel Air Supermarket in Rocklin, California the Fusion Elite Performance Training Center offers a top-quality training environment for those who want to get in shape, compete, or just immerse themselves in the culture and traditions behind one of the great activities being offered at this facility.
We offer instruction in Judo (USA Judo), Jujitsu (Jiu Jitsu) and Sport Jujitsu (Jiu Jitsu). Our instructors are nationally certified and each have undergone extensive training and background certification. We have taken every step in providing the newest and most up to date training materials available so that our participants can benefit from quality training within a clean and safe environment. There are also several changing rooms and restrooms on-site for your convenience.
If you haven’t seen this facility yet I highly suggest you stop by and take a look. We would love an opportunity to meet with you!
SENSEI SHANE THOMPSON
SCHOOL HEAD & INSTRUCTIONAL DIRECTOR
ABOUT SHANE
As lead instructor of the Rocklin Judo program Sensei Thompson brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Sensei Thompson started his training in 1983 and currently holds rank as a 5th Degree Black Belt (Godan) in Jujitsu (Jiu Jitsu). He also holds a 4th Degree Black Belt (Yodan) in Judo under the guidance and direction of former U.S. Olympic Judo Coach Willy “Clipper” Cahill. As a former competitor in many martial arts venues which include Karate, Kick Boxing (AAU), Boxing (AAU), Judo, Wrestling and Sport Jujitsu competitions Sensei Thompson has amassed his share of success receiving numerous regional gold medals and national podium finishes. He has also had tremendous success in leading others to great achievements at the National and International levels of competition. Drawing from his experiences in Hawaiian Jujitsu (Kodenkan Jujitsu), Sport Jujitsu, Kodokan Judo, Shorin Ryu Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Boxing, American Kickboxing, and Wrestling Sensei Thompson has the ability to offer a variety of technical applications for both self-defense and sport. He has also led programs such as Women’s Self-Defense for the City of Roseville and has been a featured instructor at many large scale conventions and seminars throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. He is currently a International Certified USA Judo Coach and has experience coaching elite level Judo athletes of the US National Judo Team. He served as a coach at the 2021 Pan American Judo Championships in Guadalajara, Mexico and the 2022 IJF World Championships in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He holds rank with Jujitsu America, USA Judo, and the United States Judo Association. In 2013 Sensei Thompson was named Instructor of the Year by Jujitsu America.
SENSEI TED NAKADA
INSTRUCTOR & STANDARDS CHAIRMAN
ABOUT TED
SENSEI ROB MARQUARDT
INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT ROB
SENSEI MANUEL SABIN
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT MANUEL
SENSEI ELIAS SABIN
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT ELIAS
Sensei Elias Sabin holds a 1st Degree Black Belt (Shodan) in Judo with Rocklin Judo and USA Judo. He currently serves as an Assistant Instructor in our program and still competes at a very high level. Sensei Sabin has been a member of the U.S. National Judo Team at international venues and is a 4x National Judo Champion. For three consecutive years, he was ranked as the #1 Judo Athlete in the United States for the IJF Juniors 100kg division. He knows what it takes to be competitive at an elite level and has become very comfortable with addressing difficult or challenging situations. Hard work, commitment, and perseverance are no stranger to this individual. He has great communication skills and is exceptionally well versed at coaching athletes in a manner that enables them to absorb content quickly and efficiently. In 2019 Sensei Sabin was named Athlete of the Year.
SENSEI ALEX CHEBOTAREV
INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT ALEX
SENSEI KELLI JOCOY
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT KELLI
KEVIN WEGENER
Coaching Support Staff
ABOUT KEVIN
Kevin started his training in Danzan Ryu (Kodenkan) Jujitsu in 1981 at the Hikarido Kan under Sensei Tyron Crimi in Grass Valley, California. He also studied with his father who was a Second Degree Black Belt in the art. After taking a small break due to career and family obligations he joined the team at Rocklin Judo where he currently serves as an assistant coach while preparing for his black belt. Kevin is a retired Battalion Chief and Paramedic with the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District. He served in this role for over 31 years and is now a Fire Leadership Instructor, teaching emergency management nationally. He currently holds the rank of 3rd Class Brown Belt (Sankyu) in Judo and 1st Class Brown Belt (Ikkyu) in Jujitsu (Jiu Jitsu). Kevin is also a State Certified Judo Coach with USA Judo. His experience in leadership, incident management, and emergency medical services gives him an edge over others when it comes to leadership and oversight. We are honored to have Kevin on our coaching panel and he has proven to be not only an effective leader, but an exemplary student.