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Articles and content specifically related to the business of starting a martial arts school.
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- Teaching Martial Arts From a Home or Garage Dojo
Occasionally I get asked whether an instructor should teach out of their home. Since roughly one-half of the schools I’ve trained at have been located either in or on the grounds of private residences, I can relate to this issue.
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My first bit of advice with regards to this issue of teaching out of your home […] - Goal-Setting for Success in Your Martial Arts School
Oftentimes, prospective martial arts business owner start their schools without ever taking the time to write out a specific game plan for their success. I know that I was guilty of this mistake when I made my first few attempts at opening my martial arts business.
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Oh, I did all the “business owner” things; I secured […] - How to Write a Business Plan
(Note: Although this article is not specifically written to those of you writing a martial arts business plan, remember that lenders and investors are all looking for the same things no matter what the business is. I suggest you read this article carefully, and if you’re stuck, refer to the resources listed at the end […]
Read More» - How to Set Your Martial Arts Tuition Rates Part 1
One of the most common questions I receive from instructors, and the one that seems to cause most new instructors to have sleepless nights is, “How much should I charge?”
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This seemingly harmless question somehow ends up becoming an area of confusion and frustration for new instructors and seasoned studio owners alike. Mostly, the reasons for […] - Starting and Running Your Own Martial Arts School
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So, you want to know what starting and running your own martial arts school takes? For starters, a lot of guts, plus a willingness to do what it takes to make it a success. Now, if you can handle that, here is a detailed breakdown of what you need to do to start your martial arts school… - Quick and Dirty Martial Arts School Start-up Tips
Every week or so I get an email from someone who is starting a school and wants the low-down on how to do it right.
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It’s a pretty tall order to sum it all up in an email, which is why I wrote a book about it. However, there are a few things I’d like to […] - Why Martial Arts Business Success Requires Learning the Basics First
This morning, I read an article about a struggling martial arts school owner. This article appeared in a daily business newsletter I subscribe to, and was written by a man who I hold in great esteem, both for his accomplishments in the world of business, and for his generosity in sharing his experience and wisdom […]
Read More» - Affordable Alternatives to Using a Martial Arts Billing Company
One of the most common questions I receive from our
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subscribers and readers is, “Which billing company is the best?” I’ve
had my favorites over the years, but I always hated the fact that I’d
end up paying 7 - 10% of my gross income just to get my own money.
Understandably, many school owners simply do not want […] - Out of the Ordinary Tips for Martial Arts Teachers Starting a School
By Tom Callos
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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 […]