Why You Constantly Fail.

Not to sound TOO harsh - but you and I both know that you fail more often than you would like. I do too, but have learned some important lessons along the way that I enjoy sharing with my students. Here are some tips to help you get where you are trying to go. Maybe you want to earn a black belt in bo staff; maybe you are training hard to be a tournament champion, or even building up a business as a martial arts instructor/school owner? Maybe this has to do with disciplining your child, improving your marriage, or getting better results at work?

1. Set a Meaningful, Specific, and Time Oriented Goal.

Example, "I will earn my black belt in June 2013." Next, TELL SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE in your life about your goal, and date - and ask at least one "ACCOUNTABILITY PERSON" to keep you on track. Usually best this person is a teacher, respected individual, mentor.

2. Develop a Plan of Action.

Example, set aside every Monday from 7-8 pm to train on your kata and one steps. Set aside every Saturday from 2-3 pm to train on kicks, punches, and do a full cardio workout. As you continue this with new material and improvements, you will be well on your way.

3. Execute your Plan of Action. Is it too hard? - ASK FOR HELP.

THIS IS WHERE EVERYONE ALWAYS FAILS. Setting a goal and planning to be successful is not too hard - because you are so excited as you start out. You have to remember you goal, and if it is important enough to you, make it happen. But sometimes you just want to give up; so you need someone else there to back you up. 


This is where I come in - with our Distance Training program. You are not alone. I am here for you to help along the way. I will give feedback on your exams and back you up on ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS. 

Step three is where everyone quits - are you going to stand apart - or fall with the crowd?

Being a Martial Arts Instructor is the Best Career In the World

What do you want to be when you grow up - a martial arts instructor you say - great choice! Being a martial arts instructor is an incredibly rewarding profession - and is not just a part time, or volunteer job anymore. You really can do many great things for others, and for your family at the same time. Here is why:

1. You have a meaningful purpose every day changing lives. 

Every day you walk in the door to teach a martial arts class, whether to children or adults, you are there to make a difference. You are not just teaching a mindless fitness class where everyone hits a bag and goes home. No. You are teaching children how to respect others, how to maintain focus, how to lead in front of others, how to push themselves past their limits, how to control themselves, and so much more. After this class ends - they did not just do a workout - but gained wisdom and power from you.

2. No sitting behind a desk tapping, chained to the floor.

Some days you will be about the community marketing your school, maybe at a local elementary school teaching students about bullying, one day you will be in the school planning our special events, every day you will teach fun and high energy classes. The work is varied - from building a business, to martial arts, to customer service, and so much more. 

3. You get to practice what you love - everyday!
You are not making mindless calls all day or working in a factory doing the same old thing. You will be practicing your martial art; and learning new arts along the way. You get to do what you love - and get paid for it.

4. Make a lot of money and have a secure financial lifestyle.

Being a martial arts instructor is different than it used to be - the martial arts business has evolved into a mature organization. You can now make anywhere from $30,000 - $115,000 a year as a martial arts instructor. If you OWN YOUR OWN school - these numbers are higher, depending on what you put in to the efforts. You have the ability to make as much money as you want - the better you are at enrolling AND keeping students - the more money you will make as well. IT Is not wrong to get paid well to do something valuable for others.

5. Happiness.

So many people hate their jobs. They wake up everyday dreading work and just waiting for the weekend. THIS IS YOUR LIFE! DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY! You will do better at it since you are having fun. Your happiness is worth it!!


How do I know all of this? I have been a career martial arts instructor for 8 years; and know how incredible of a career it is. -Sensei Michael Hodge