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Choosing a Location for a Martial Arts Studio, Demystified

I’ll tell you right up front that there aren’t any hard and fast rules for locating a martial arts school… just the guidelines people have come up with through past experience and common sense.

However, in my experience (and from what I’ve gleaned from other experienced school owners), there are several qualities to consider when choosing a location that will greatly increase the chances of a martial art school’s success.

Ignoring these “location factors” could spell disaster for your school, while finding a location that meets each quality on the following list could easily make the difference between failure and success for your new school.

So, what are the factors you should consider when choosing a location?

The ideal location for a martial art school should include the following: Read the rest of this entry »

By Tom Callos If you’re gearing up to start a martial arts school –or if you already own one, you’re BUSY, so I’ll make this quick. Here are seven “out of the ordinary” but common-sense suggestions/rules for school owners: 1. Take the High Road Don’t ever, EVER do anything in your business that isn’t on the up-and-up. Don’t talk about your competitors, don’t be evasive about your prices, and don’t stoop to carnival or health club gimmicks to bring in customers. Act with dignity. Sell your benefits. Don’t let any guy in a suit tell you how much money you’re going to Read the rest of this entry »