Download or read book Small Dojo Big Profits written by Mike Massie and published by . This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over a decade, Small Dojo Big Profits has guided martial arts instructors through the risky yet highly rewarding process of starting and running a highly successful and profitable martial art school. Eschewing the conventional wisdom that says you must have a huge school with 300 or more students to be financially successful, the author instead shows you how to take on less risk while working smarter and not harder by running a lean, mean, efficient martial arts studio operation. Author Mike Massie has started three successful martial arts studios from scratch, and has the distinction of opening his first studio with no start-up capital, zero credit, and in a town where he was a complete stranger. Yet, he was able to go from teaching in part-time locations to running his own full-time studio in under a year, and he achieved this while staying in profit from month one. The process he followed is the same one this book is based upon, and this updated version of Small Dojo Big Profits also draws on the author's experience in starting and growing two more successful studios during the recent mortgage crisis and economic recession. A common sense martial arts school start-up and business operations manual, this completely updated version of the classic martial arts business guide is perfect for anyone who wants to maintain their integrity while building a successful martial art school. If you're looking for the best source of complete information for starting, launching, growing, and running a martial art school from scratch, this is it.
Download or read book MARTIAL ARTS WOMAN written by Andrea Harkins and published by Kaizen Quest. This book was released on 2016-09-22 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Martial Arts Woman shares the stories and insights of more than twenty-five women in the martial arts, and how they apply martial arts to their lives. Unlike most other martial art books, the reader will catch a glimpse into the brave and empowered woman who dares to be all that she can be. Many of these women had to overcome great societal or personal challenges to break into the men's world of martial arts. This book will motivate and inspire you to go after your goals in life and to fight through every challenge and defeat every obstacle. The Martial Arts Woman will open your eyes to the power of the human spirit and the martial art mindset that dwells in each of us!
Download or read book Martial Arts Instructor s Desk Reference written by Sang H. Kim and published by Turtle Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Martial Arts Instructors Desk Reference is a complete guide to advanced teaching concepts and martial arts school administration. Author and veteran martial arts instructor Dr. Sang H. Kim covers a wide range of essential topics for the professional martial arts instructor including: - Teaching children with ADD, behavioral problems and learning disabilities - Creating lesson plans and teaching specifi c curriculum elements - Combating boredom through hundreds of drills and training ideas - Marketing, advertising, publicity, staffi ng and customer service - Instructor training and evaluation - Tournament management - Branch school and outreach program development Based on years of Dr. Kim's research and experience, this book brings together a wide range of essential topics for martial arts instructors of all levels.
Download or read book Starting and Running Your Own Martial Arts School written by Karen Levitz Vactor and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the ins and outs of managing a successful martial arts school with this practical business guide. Do you dream of opening your own martial arts dojo some day? Are you in the process of planning and building a school? Do you have a school but struggle to run it efficiently and pay the bills? Then Starting and Running Your Own Martial Arts School is for you. This practical business guide teaches you the skills you need to ensure the success of your martial arts business. It includes advice on how to: Build a memorable identity for your school Find funding to get started Unravel government red tape Create a realistic fee schedule Choose a location that will bring students through your door Turn potential students into paying students Hold on to your current students Hire and develop good employees Develop a feeling of financial security Be ready for emergencies Create and run a profitable pro shop Pinpoint and solve problems Starting and Running Your Own Martial Arts School contains proven business advice to help you create the martial arts school you want. This small business book turns time-tested business practices into simple, practical solutions to the business challenges you face every day.
Download or read book Steady Training written by Antonio Bustillo and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-04-29 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story describes the journey of one man through 30 years of martial arts training. From the first karate class with a newly arrived Japanese instructor in 1971, he goes on to study with eminent martial artist of today. Among them are, Toyotaro Miyazaki, the nationally rated competitor of the 60’s and 70’s described by Chuck Norris as one of his toughest opponents, and Ken Ogawa one of the toughest fighters to come out of Morio Higaonna’s Yoyogi dojo. The other instructors are Kiyoshi Yamazaki, trainer and choreographer for Arnold Schwarzenegger in the Conan movies and Joko Ninomiya, All Japan Kyokushin Champion and creator of the Sabaki Challenge tournament. Memorable moments depict meetings at the AAU Nationals with notables as Billy Blanks, Mr. Tae Bo, and Chuck Merriman. As a young student in the traditional Shotokan system, this narrative chronicles the transition to the eclectic modern training methods. This evolution the result of hard-earned lessons in real life encounters while working as a Miami Police Officer on the mid-night shift.
Download or read book Don Jitsu Ryu written by Professor Don Jacob and published by . This book was released on 2013-05-08 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Black Belt philosphies, rules, and procedures.
Download or read book Martial Arts and Well being written by Carol Fuller and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-12-06 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martial Arts and Well-Being explores how martial arts as a source of learning can contribute in important ways to health and well-being, as well as provide other broader social benefits. Using psychological and sociological theory related to behaviour, ritual, perception and reality construction, the book seeks to illustrate, with empirical data, how individuals make sense of and perceive the value of martial arts in their lives. This book draws on data from over 500 people, across all age ranges, and powerfully demonstrates that participating in martial arts can have a profound influence on the construction of behaviour patterns that are directly linked to lifestyle and health. Making individual connections regarding the benefits of practice, improvements to health and well-being – regardless of whether these improvements are ‘true’ in a medical sense – this book offers an important and original window into the importance of beliefs to health and well-being as well as the value of thinking about education as a process of life-long learning. This book will be of great interest to a range of audiences, including researchers, academics and postgraduate students interested in sports and exercise psychology, martial art studies and health and well-being. It should also be of interest to sociologists, social workers and martial arts practitioners. The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com/doi/view/10.4324/9781315448084, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.
Download or read book Bruce Lee s Fighting Method written by Bruce Lee and published by Black Belt Communications. This book was released on 1977 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the Bruce Lee's Fighting Method series, this book teaches how to perform jeet kune do's devastating strikes and exploit an opponent's weaknesses with crafty counterattacks like finger jabs and spin kicks.
Download or read book Discipline Equals Freedom written by Jocko Willink and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this expanded edition of the 2017 mega-bestseller, updated with brand new sections like DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY, SUGAR COATED LIES and DON'T NEGOTIATE WITH WEAKNESS, readers will discover new ways to become stronger, smarter, and healthier. Jocko Willink's methods for success were born in the SEAL Teams, where he spent most of his adult life, enlisting after high school and rising through the ranks to become the commander of the most highly decorated special operations unit of the war in Iraq. In Discipline Equals Freedom, the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Extreme Ownership describes how he lives that mantra: the mental and physical disciplines he imposes on himself in order to achieve freedom in all aspects of life. Many books offer advice on how to overcome obstacles and reach your goals--but that advice often misses the most critical ingredient: discipline. Without discipline, there will be no real progress. Discipline Equals Freedom covers it all, including strategies and tactics for conquering weakness, procrastination, and fear, and specific physical training presented in workouts for beginner, intermediate, and advanced athletes, and even the best sleep habits and food intake recommended to optimize performance. FIND YOUR WILL, FIND YOUR DISCIPLINE--AND YOU WILL FIND YOUR FREEDOM
Download or read book The Way of the Fight written by Georges St-Pierre and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2013-04-23 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the world’s most popular UFC fighter, Georges “Rush” St. Pierre, comes a startlingly honest portrait of a fighter’s journey, highlighting the lessons that propelled his rise from bullying victim to internationally celebrated athlete and champion. There’s more to winning battles than fists and feet For world-renowned professional fighter Georges St-Pierre, the greatest asset is not physical strength or athleticism—it’s a sense of purpose. From his beginnings as a small, mercilessly bullied child first discovering karate to his years as a struggling garbage collector who spent all his free time in the gym, his hard-fought rise in the sport of mixed martial arts, and his long, painful recovery from a career-threatening injury, Georges never lost sight of his ambition to become the greatest martial artist of all time. In The Way of the Fight, Georges for the first time reveals what propelled him not only to become a champion but to embrace obstacles as opportunities to build character. The Way of the Fight is an inspirational look into the mindset of a master. To Georges, all life is competition, and there’s no more perfect metaphor for competition than the life of a fighter. He explains the value of discipline, risk and even fear, with the wisdom of one who knows that nothing is assured—his next fight could always be his last. Drawing inspiration from fighting legends, Eastern philosophy and a trusted inner circle, The Way of the Fight is a powerful, life-changing guide to living with purpose and finding the way to accomplish your loftiest goals.
Download or read book The 12 Minute Athlete written by Krista Stryker and published by S&S/Simon Element. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock your athletic potential and get into the best shape of your life with Krista Stryker’s HIIT and bodyweight workouts—all of which can be done in just minutes a day! If you’ve ever thought you couldn’t get results without spending hours in the gym, that you’d never be able to do a pull-up, or that it’s too late to get in your best shape ever, The 12-Minute Athlete will change your mind, your body, and your life. Get serious results with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that can be done in just minutes a day. Give up the excuses and learn to use your own bodyweight and a few basic pieces of portable equipment for short, incredibly effective workouts. Reset your mindset, bust through mental blocks, and set meaningful goals you’ll actually accomplish. You can finally ditch the dieting and enjoy food as fuel with simple eating guidelines to the 80/20 rule. In The 12-Minute Athlete you’ll also find: –A guide to basic calisthenics and bodyweight exercises for any fitness level –Progressive exercises to achieve seemingly “impossible” feats like pistol squats, one-arm push-ups, pull-ups, and handstands –More than a dozen simple and healthy recipes that will fuel your workouts –Two 8-week workout plans for getting fitter, faster, and stronger –Bonus Tabata workouts –And so much more! The 12-Minute Athlete is for men and women, ex-athletes and new athletes, experienced athletes and “non-athletes”—for anyone who has a body and wants to get stronger and start living their healthiest life.
Download or read book How to Make Money with Your Martial Arts Gym written by Paul Halme and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boost your PROFITS and REDUCE the STRESS of owning a martial arts gym. Discover the simple systems you need to grow your facility and regain your freedom re you struggling to establish yourself as a recognised martial arts school in your area? Find yourself doing all the work in your gym all day, every day without the reward? Want to get rid of the headaches and get your life back? This book will teach you the methods that turned my average gym into a mid-six-figure business with two affiliate facilities and more on the way. More profitability and more time to do the things you want. You will be shown: - why many MMA gyms don't make money - how to define your market and how to speak to them - how to boost profitability through your website - the simple steps to building a great facility and team of staff - how to convert more prospects into customers - how to make more money Using my techniques to hone your systems and marketing, you can amplify your position as the go-to gym in your community and build a really successful business.
Download or read book Success Is Waiting written by Buzz Durkin and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Success is Waiting is your guide to running a thriving martial arts school by developing long-lasting relationships with your students and your community. Buzz Durkin, a Uechi-Ryu school owner for over 40 years, navigates the nuances of outstanding student service, teaching skills, and school management through his own anecdotal, and often humorous, personal experiences that provide practical insights for all business owners alike. Durkin employs business acumen, the martial way, and an understanding of human nature to show you how to connect better with people in all areas of your life, find peace and happiness in your work, and build a strong school and a constantly-evolving martial arts practice.
Download or read book You Wanna Teach written by Rosemary Unitt and published by Peterborough, Ont. : [Clock House Publications]. This book was released on 1975 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gracie Jiu Jitsu written by Helio Gracie and published by Gracie Publications. This book was released on 2006-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a clear and easy-to-follow format, Grand Master Helio Gracie addresses different aspects of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu method that bears his name. Learn how to systematically progress and technically improve mat game, regardless of background or grappling ability.
Download or read book Martial Art School Business Growth Strategies written by Mike Massie and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-03-31 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What No One Tells You About Growing A Martial Art School! When I started my first martial art school nearly twenty-five years ago, all I knew about growing a dojo was that I needed more students. So, I set about getting more students every way I knew how, and I kept adding more ways to do that as I went along. What I discovered over the course of my first few years in business was that getting students wasn't all that difficult... it was keeping them and managing growth that was the real challenge. I've already covered how to start a dojo and get students in other books and resources. But in this book, I reveal specific concepts and strategies for growing your dojo. These are concepts that most martial art school owners and instructors never hear about. When you read this book, you'll discover: How to develop an overarching growth strategy, so you can grow your dojo in the most efficient manner possible! What's the best business model for a martial art school? In this guide, you'll find out about the most profitable martial art school business models, so you can choose the best one for your personal business goals. Understanding market segments! Find out exactly who to target and how to target them, so you get more students through your front door... What are the most profitable markets to go after? Should you go after kids, adults, the fitness market, the self-defense market, the after-school and summer camp market, or something else? You'll find the answers to these questions and more in the first section of this book. What are the pros and cons of each market? Are there advantages and disadvantages to pursuing specific markets? You'll get the answers to those questions, so you know what you're getting into when pursuing a specific market. How do you stand out in a crowded marketplace? You'll find out how in the section on brand and image for martial art school owners. How do you keep students coming to class? What makes students drop out? How can you prevent students from quitting? Find out in the section on keeping students. How do you handle rapid growth in a martial art school? Where do you put all those students? Should you get more space when your classes are full? And how do you teach larger classes? You'll get the answers to those questions in the section on efficient scheduling and curriculum design. As you can see, this book covers quite a lot of information. I wrote this book to answer questions that most school owners only find answers to by trial and error... typically when it's too late and the damage has already been done. Yet, in fifteen years of coaching school owners these are questions that have come up over and over again. They're also the same challenges I had to deal with in starting and growing three successful martial art schools in three very different markets that served three very distinct clienteles. I wrote this martial arts business manual to give martial art school owners answers to the difficult questions facing them when growing a martial art school. Once you read this guide, you'll have a knowledge and understanding of advanced principles. You'll know how to sidestep common hurdles and pitfalls in growing a school. Find out how to leap ahead of your competition and grow the dojo you've always wanted... Grab your copy today, and discover how to grow your dojo!
Download or read book Kung Fu written by Ryan Gattis and published by Pan Macmillan. This book was released on 2016-05-19 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jen B's been surviving at the nightmarishly brutal MLK High School just like everybody else: by following the rules. She avoids the Principal. She doesn't complain. She's loyal to her MLK 'family'. And, like 99.5% of the student body, she knows one form or another of martial arts. When Jen's world-famous Kung-Fu champion of a cousin Jimmy Chang turns up, everyone wants a piece of him - including Ridley, resident drug lord and leader of the school's most violent gang. They all want to see the legendary martial-arts master defend himself during the school's merciless initiation ritual. Except that Jimmy's made a promise never to fight again - a promise that soon leads to the murder of Jen's brother and a bloody final battle that engulfs the entire school. Fast-paced, gritty and addictive, Kung Fu by Ryan Gattis is an extreme journey into high-school violence and the American Dream that feeds it.
