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 Parent's Survival Guide: Picking the Right Martial Arts School for Your Child

Martial arts schools range from huge Mega-schools to tiny mom and pop shops. The prices range too. The average price for group classes are about $125 per month but range greatly according to location, facility, and local demographics.
Tips to pick the right Martial Arts School for your child
Get Referrals - If someone you know is happy with their child's Martial Arts School, most likely, the school is a good choice for you or at least a starting point. The added is that your child will know someone at the school which will make them feel more comfortable. Plus, lessons are always more fun with friends.
Check out the Facility - Whether the facility is well maintained or poorly maintained says volumes about the owner's attitude and professionalism. If the school looks like a dungeon, most likely, it's run like one and it's best to stay away even if it means paying a high tuition at another school.
Check the instructor's credentials - Currently, the martial arts do not have any standards that qualify someone to become a teacher. Don't look at the number of trophies or the of degrees of Black Belt of the instructor. Instead look for solid teaching or instructor credentials that show the instructor's proficient in teaching, not just tournaments.
Choose an instructor not a style - Each style has its advantages and disadvantages. Watch how the instructor interacts with your child. yourself, "Is the instructor enthusiastic?" "Does he generally enjoy working with children?" If your answer is "Yes", then explore further into what the school has to offer.
Get your child's opinion - If your child likes the instructor and responds well to their instruction, you found a winner! The rapport between the instructor and child is the number one factor deciding if child will stick with the program long enough for them to gain the life skill benefits of the Martial Arts.
Try an Introductory Lesson - Most schools allow new students to take a few introductory lessons for a nominal fee or for free. Be upfront with the instructor that you are trying out a few schools before making a decision. If the school tries to block your search or you an attitude, it's a huge warning sign. A confident and high quality school will invite you to compare their services to other schools even if they are higher priced than the competition.
Expect Follow up - Be glad when a school calls you to follow up. This is a sign that the school will be more concerned about your child's development and follow up with you regularly for feedback.