How do you know if the school you go to is good ??

[kh_s]

anyways i heard that some schools teach wrong, well everyone has a different way of doing things right ? I live in brampton and does anyone know a good schools for learning Muay Thai around my area?

[JIMI]

please excuse my ignorance but where is brampton?

[kh_s]

brampton is in...

Ontario, Canada

[JIMI]

wow i wouldnt know, sorry man

[DJ Coldfusion]

1. Who is the instructor associated with?
2. Who certified the instructor?
3. Is the association/certification legit . . . can you trace it to actual people/groups? Or is it a "send us cash and we'll call you an instructor" type of certification that you CAN get off the Internet?
4. How does the instructor move? Do they look like they know what they are doing?
5. Do they make "strange promises" like "I'll make you into a champion in 6 months" or "you can become an instructor if you join my special 'advanced' course for only $XXX am month"?
6. Do you actually like the school, the people, and believe that you can advance your skill (to whatever level you are looking for) if you train at the school in question?

I wouldn't always consider school size, although it can be a factor, since the number of students CAN (although not always) be linked to the advertising/sales techniques of the school.

One basic rule when it comes to analyzing a sales pitch (and all schools have them) is checking to see if the sales person (instructor or whoever tries to get you to join) insults other schools/organizations. Typically, if they do insult the other schools, they are hiding something about their own. It is not a "get out now" red flag, but it is a red flag none the less.

I am taking this principle from my technical sales training, but I believe it applies to MA school enrollment as well since a sale does occur when you hand over that cheque.

Good luck, and ask alot of questions. If they are elusive with their answers then go elsewhere.

[terry]

I like DJ's previous post. To that I would add that it is nice to get some one-on-one time with an instructor to set individual goals. Doing this and then getting help towards those goals has made a lot of difference for me.

[crazyjoe380]

what martial art are you talking??

my muay thai teacher is from thailand he has pictures of his fights, his belt, he's a serious guy and teaches well. he refs alot for no holds barred and for muay thai events. he was in a few magazines.. (mags dont mean nothing but it's great to be in one)

ive been going to him since 94..

once you start learning more and talk to others you'll know if your teacher is doing a good job or not.

you will just know.. trust me