| Are you considering enrolling your kids in the martial | | | | want you to attend 2-3 days per week because skills |
| arts, but don't know where to start? Well, I would | | | | build upon themselves. Look for a school that has a |
| like to help those of you out there that have kids | | | | flexible schedule that will work for you or a school |
| and are interested in enrolling them in the martial arts | | | | that has more than one location that you could |
| find a great school. I've had the opportunity to train | | | | attend class at if your schedule becomes busy. |
| at many schools as well as run my own school for | | | | 3.) Check into the owner's background. Unfortunately, |
| years and would like to give a few tips that can help | | | | the martial arts industry is riddled with owners that |
| you make this important decision. | | | | have a less-than-stellar personal background. |
| Ok, now onto the really important information....how | | | | Remember that martial arts instructors are role |
| does one go about picking out a good martial arts | | | | models and that your children will try to emulate their |
| program for your family? | | | | behavior. Most states in the U.S. have public domains |
| Here are 5 tips for selecting the best school for your | | | | that you can do a background check on. |
| kids: | | | | 4.) How long has the school been in business? This |
| 1.) What benefits are you looking for? Every school | | | | point is very important in today's economy. Many |
| will have a slightly different focus. Some schools | | | | martial arts school owners have 'cashed' students out |
| focus on self-defense while other schools focus on | | | | and then shut their doors. Look for a school that has |
| fitness. Clearly defining the type of benefits you are | | | | been around a minimum of five years. |
| looking for will help you weed out programs quickly. | | | | 5.) Ask to take a FREE trial lesson. That's right, it is |
| 2.) How far away is the school from your house? | | | | common in the martial arts industry to offer this to |
| With time being tighter than it has ever been this is a | | | | students. By trying out a free class you can see |
| very important point to consider. Most schools will | | | | what you're getting before committing. |