| How To Find The Martial Arts School That's Perfect For YouChoosing a martial arts school doesn't have to be complicated. Once you know what you want to get out of your training, you are half way there. These steps will guide you through the process from researching to signing up. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: Enough time to call and visit the schools of you choosing. Here's How:- Decide what you want to get out of martial arts training.
"Why Am I Training in the Martial Arts?" helps you decide what your goals are. - Choose a style.
Every style has something unique to offer. "Features of Martial Arts Styles" helps you analyze which martial arts style might best suit you. Or, browse our Styles & Disciplines Category for profiles on many popular styles. - What kind of school will suit you?
Do you love Japanese or Chinese culture and traditions? Do you just want to get in shape and have some fun? Decide which of these best describes your ideal school.
- Its time to start searching
The easiest place to start is the local yellow pages. Make a list of the schools that teach the style you are interested in, and make an appointment to go check it out. Don't worry about taking any introductory classes just yet. Visit the schools to get a first impression and see if it is a place you are interested in. - Schedule introductory lessons
Call the schools you really liked. Don't be afraid to ask for one free lesson. Even schools who don't advertise a free lesson will usually give you one if you request it, or at least offer a low cost, very short term introductory program (usually one week for $10 - $20). Be wary of schools that refuse. You wouldn't buy a car without test-driving it, so why would you commit to a martial arts school without at least trying a class? - Still interested?
By now you should have a pretty good idea of which school is most appealing to you. Decide if you are still really interested in martial arts training and willing to commit to lessons for at least one year minimum. - Ask about all the costs, not just tuition.
When enrolling in the school of your choice, be sure to ask about any extra fees in addition to tuition (testing fees, organization memberships, required fundraising etc). Depending on the school, you may have to pay a registration fee that can range anywhere from $50 to $400, depending on the total cost of the program. You will also most likely have to buy your uniform and possibly some shoes. - Congratulations!
You are by this point a beginner martial arts student. You have begun training in something that can offer you tangible skills, fitness, fun, camaraderie and a lifetime of interesting stories to tell. Train hard, train smart and enjoy!
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