Starting my own school

[Hardball]

I have been training for about 10 years and have reached the 2nd degree in tae kwon do. I also have some training in chinees martial arts and Brazilian Ju Jitsu as well as weapons.

In that case you would have no problem promoting a student to 1st degree Black Belt. After that, the student would have to go elsewhere unless you get your Third degree. I'm in the same boat, I'm 2nd degree in JJJ.

[kazon33]

I'm just curious, what's your Rank?

I have been training for about 10 years and have reached the 2nd degree in tae kwon do. I also have some training in chinees martial arts and Brazilian Ju Jitsu as well as weapons.

[Hardball]

thanks for the advise. I used to take martial arts through my church when I was a kid before I switched to the school I am at now. Maybe that is the best rought for me.

how much money can I expect to make in the first year?
what should I charge?
should I supply epuiptment or have them by their own?

I'm just curious, what's your Rank?

[kazon33]

thanks for the advise. I used to take martial arts through my church when I was a kid before I switched to the school I am at now. Maybe that is the best rought for me.

how much money can I expect to make in the first year?
what should I charge?
should I supply epuiptment or have them by their own?

[gkruger]

Do what works best for you

There are a lot of different ways to get started.

If you belong to a local church you can see about renting space from them to start your program. They may even allow you to tell the church members about your program (free advertising).

You could also visit a local gym or health club and see if they are willing to rent space to you. this type of space is usually limited and can cost a lot depending on the club environment. I have stared organizations both ways. The church route was much easier and the church actually helped to promote our program. We have since moved from the church and are in our own 4000 sqare foot facility.

Finding a space is just one thing to take into consideration. You also need to think about insurance, forming a corporation or other legal entity , advirtsing and a great deal more. Far too often a good teacher will start a school and fail because they don't understand everything that goes into the business side of running a school. Find a mentor or someone who can help you think through your plans and give you advice. This way you can learn from their mistakes and not make them on your own.

Gary

[kazon33]

I have been teaching martial arts for 4 years now and I would like to have my own school one day.

How do I get started?
should I teach out of a fitness center to get students of my own?
what is the best way to attract students?