I would have to disagree with Young Master Jared on this point. If they do katas, that doesn't mean you should immediately write them off. Kata can be a very valuable tool.
Now if ALL they do is kata, then I wouldn't stick around either.
On the second point, an instructor should share what they have learned with you. If you are not interested then you can leave. The instructor should only share with you if you are interested. If they're trying to indoctrinate you, then bug out.
Things I would look for:
1) Decide what you want to learn. Competition? Self Defense? The Ability to kick ass? Which one is for you?
2) Seek a well rounded system that attends to your needs as a student.
3) Make sure the instructor is a good teacher. If he can't teach people well, what is the point?
Add this to the list of what others have been saying.
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