Choosing the Right Martial Arts School

Series Summary

Martial arts school is a great way for your child to learn karate, tai chi and other martial arts. But how to choose the right academy for your child? Consider that this is much more of a decision that buying your kid a basketball or a video game. The instructors at the school will not only mold your child's fitness regimen but they will help to build their morals and self-esteem. Their training will contribute to what kind of adult they become. A big decision, not one to be taken lightly.

Learn about considerations for choosing a martial arts academy in this free parenting advice video series from our black belt master and experienced instructor. He will discuss the different styles of martial arts taught at various schools to help you decide which one is right for your child. Learn how to research schools and decide if the costs are reasonable. You will also learn how to compare the discipline and life lessons at various schools.

Video Transcript

"Hi I'm Mike Payne owner if the Academy for the Martial Arts speaking on behalf of expert village on the topic of "What to look for in Martial Arts school." Every School has to decide what kind of school their going to be. Are they going to be tournament school or mostly a kids school, mostly adults, are they going to be a tournament school where they teach you how to score points and bring home a trophy. When I first started martial arts I thought I was a really good fighter. I joined the Army and went to Germany where I could not find a school that was the same style and I suddenly found out that I wasn't nearly as good as I thought I was when the rules changed. Through the years I discovered that it is very important to have a curriculum that is well rounded, addresses stand up fighting and ground fighting."