Fight Like a Girl

It's not about you. Well for that matter, it's not about me either. It's about them. Which them? Everybody else them. So many times we get hung up in our own little world and think that everything [...]

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Ok, I confess. I have never been a very good note taker. I am more of a visual, hearing, hands on learner. I can’t remember what that is called because I did not take notes when I heard someone [...]

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Keep steadily before you the fact that all true success depends at last upon yourself. Theodore T. Hunger Have you ever just kind of sat back and hoped that doors would open for you? I have. There[...]

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This is the final part in our series of 7 things to know before choosing a martial arts school. Does the school have a character building program besides all the kicking and punching? Do they have a [...]

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Talk to students and parents that are already in the school. A professional school will encourage you to do this. In a healthy and safe martial arts school, there should be plenty of smiles from [...]

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How much? What are the costs? Some good questions to ask are: How much are the start up costs? How much do they charge for belt tests? How often do belt tests take place? Will I be required to [...]

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A professional martial arts school will be a safe place to be. Safety should always be the number one concern above all else when your child is involved in any activity. The school should be clean and[...]

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Watching classes – Is there an area for parents and other family members to sit and enjoy the classes? It is very important for parents to be involved in their child’s martial arts classes. A good[...]

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2) Who is teaching the classes and what is their teaching style? Does he teach in a positive uplifting encouraging manner or is it more militaristic and aggressive? Is he respectful to you or do you [...]

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1) Define your goals! When choosing a school, think carefully about what you want for yourself or your child to receive from training in the martial arts. Is it to have fun? Is it for a social [...]

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