The ultimate who, what, where and why reference book for parents in search of a martial arts school and a positive experience for their children. The authors answer dozens of questions about choosing a martial arts school and understanding what's going on once lessons begin including: *evaluating an instructor's credentials
*understanding contracts and membership agreements
*spotting unsafe facilities/exercises
*preventing injuries
*purchasing the right safety gear
*helping your child get the most from his or her martial arts lessons.
An invaluable resource for parents. Includes check list and evaluation sheet for objectively comparing schools and instructors. Know which questions you should be asking and what answers signal a potentially positive experience for you and your child.
