You've already decided that Tae Kwon Do is the right type of martial arts program and philosophy you've been looking for, either for yourself or for your child. Now how do you go about finding the very best school in your community? Here are some ways to go about it.
-- Chances are good that someone you know and trust knows a great deal about the martial arts academies in and around your town. If not, ask parents at your school or coworkers at your place of business if they have attended Tae Kwon Do classes. If so, pump them for information. There's nothing like an excellent personal recommendation to up the chances that you'll be satisfied too.
-- If there is more than one school in your area, it is best to go to each one personally to determine if it will be a good fit. If it is for your child, are there plenty of other children enrolled in the beginner classes? Do they offer classes at times that are convenient to your busy schedule? Make sure to ask to speak with the owner personally: if he is accommodating and is willing to answer your questions, that's a very good sign.
-- Take the time to actually observe some classes. Are you comfortable with how the instructors teach or does their style grate on you? The best academies emphasize mutual respect between teacher and student, while others may lean more towards the dictatorial side. Trust your gut instinct: if you don't like what's happening in class, look elsewhere.
-- Decide what other factors are most important in your decision-making process and choose accordingly. Take into account:
-Price/cost of equipment
-Convenience of location
-Advancement opportunities
-Competition participation opportunities
Sykesville Tae Kwon Do Academy (http://www.sykesvilletaekwondo.com/) is about teaching martial arts.
Billings Farnsworth is a freelance writer.
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