How to choose a Taekwon-do School? (and avoid a McDojo)🥋👊

Martial arts can be a very healthy and exciting addition to your life but be sure to choose your martial arts school wisely.

You’ll want to do your research ahead of time and figure out exactly what you want to get out of your martial arts training. If you take the time to find the right school, you’ll be able to meet all of your martial arts goals.

If you’re choosing a martial arts school for your child, visit the school alone first. Take your time to observe a class, inspect the facilities, check the schedule, ask questions and meet with the instructor. Bring your child on a second visit to attend a trial class once you’ve decided the school is acceptable for your child’s needs. If your child comes on the initial visit, they may get excited by something like big trophies or watching a high level class and want to join the school before you have time to do the proper research.

At the end of the day, the instructor and their teaching style are a huge factor in choosing the right martial arts school. Ensure you’ve found an instructor who you are comfortable with and who helps you meet your goals.

Remember, if you are new to martial arts, it can be very hard to adjust to the pace of the entire class. Before you join, make sure you have flexibility and endurance.

Be wary of schools that guarantee you will reach a certain level or belt rank in a specified amount of time. Also be careful of schools that offer higher paying options to advance through the levels faster. These schools may be scams that are more focused on making money than teaching proper martial arts.

Remember that trophies, certificates and belt ranks do not mean that someone is a good teacher. It’s easy to get blinded by an instructor’s credentials and mastery of their martial arts style. But it’s much more important that you connect with them as an instructor. Take the time to experience a trial class with them and ask them questions about their style, regardless of how many martial arts competitions they may have won.

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