[Sportsandrec] martial arts schools

[judoheidi at comcast.net]

Hi Ashley,
It really all varies from club to club. Many of the BJJ/Tae Kwon Do/ Karate places require contracts like a gym. I don't know of any judo on that does, although I supposed there may be some out there. Also judo is going to be by far the cheapest. My
Club is $60 a month for as many classes as you want to take and we
Offer 8 classes a week for adults. Of course price depends on the market. You're going to pay more in New York than Alabama.  We offer discounts for paying for multiple months ahead of time (6 mos or a year). I'm surprised you couldn't find prices on the websites. That would be a red flag for me....
As for class levels, generally it is divided by rank.  Most places have a set schedule for testing and promotion. At my dojo its quarterly. Our beginner/advanced class division is fluid and based more on how a person. Progresses and how hard they want to work. 
Anyway, what you should do is go to the club and talk to the coach since every club is going to be different. 

Heidi
Www.denverjudo.com

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-----Original Message-----
From: Ashley Bramlett
To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
Sent: September 23, 2013, 10:02 PM
Subject: [Sportsandrec] martial arts schools

Hi all,

Some questions about martial arts practice.
I noticed that most schools have different martial arts at their dojo. Well, some only have judo.
But many have a handful of them. They also have classes marked “beginner” or “all levels” Also, intermediate or advanced is mentioned sometimes.

Would it be a correct assumption that all levels involves different belt levels?

Its my understanding you have to join a school to take and practice classes; like joing a fitness club. You belong and to one, and I assume you pay monthly or some set schedule. So my questions.

Is it common to join a school? What are the fees like? I mean  a price range. I would be concerned about the expense. Is it under 100 dollars a month?
I noticed no school placed their prices online but most other details such as class times are there.
Is joining a long term commitment? I wasn’t sure if it was a contract or pay as you participate kind of thing.
How often do you go to classes? Once a week, would be my guess.
How long are classes?
I see some schools have a period of time marked “open practice” or something like that. I assume that you can come in during this time with a classmate and practice without an instructor.
If you attend a dojo, is being ranked mandatory? Do you have to be tested to get another belt? Do you have to go to tournaments or competetions to keep being a member?

Just some practical questions. 

Ashley
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