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What is the first step in retaining a customer? You must prove to them that your training works and that they can reach their goals by working with you. When a new member, child or adult, starts at your facility, make sure to ask them, “Why did you come here and what...

It’s time to stop advertising and start marketing your martial arts school! If you are asking, “aren’t they the same thing?” the answer is no. Advertising is specific to one concept and one ad, like advertising a new member special. Marketing encompasses several...

Cutting MMA and martial arts mats is a process that requires precision. There is a certain way to properly cut or trim your mats so that you do not ruin a perfectly good piece of material. Following this guide will not only allow you to trim down the size of your...

The best thing about heavy bag workouts is their versatility. Trainers can use them to work on the three major areas of stand-up fighting: Power Speed/Combos Stamina/Conditioning From striking combos to conditioning circuits, almost everything you need to train your...

Martial artists train in a variety of the “fighting arts,” but one common element they all have in common is the ability to defend one’s self. Hence the title, “self-defense.” Look at it’s History Martial arts history is packed with examples, from the tales of Shaolin...

Opening your own gym can be a dream come true, but it can be hard to make a living if you cannot get students through your doors. That’s why marketing and promotion are two of the most important aspects of owning an MMA facility, yet it’s something that many gym...

For the long-term health of your MMA/MA students - and for your business - it is important to keep training injuries to a minimum. Any injuries that occur at your gym affect you financially. If a student gets hurt, one of two things typically happen: they are either...

The origins of Yoga date back to over 5,000 years ago. Since that time, there have been countless revisions to the practice, causing it to evolve into the modern form of exercise - both physical and spiritual - that it is today. From Hatha to Ashtanga, Bikram and...

Mats are such an integral part of the Mixed Martial Arts training experience. If you are looking to open a new facility, it’s never too early to begin planning your next mat purchase, and if you own an existing facility, it’s never too late to take stock in your MMA...

Flinching while sparring is a common issue that every boxer and MMA fighter has to overcome. It’s simply a natural reaction for junior fighters who are stepping into the MMA cage for the first time. When anything comes flying at our faces, our primal reaction is to...