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Old 07-01-2009, 02:54 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Most schools will let you come do a trial, at least for one class, sometimes up to two weeks. You might try a few and see what fits.

Even if you find a 'style' tou like, you may not like the teaching techniques, school structure, or the type of instructors/students. I did Tang Soo Do for a number of years as a teenager into my early 20's, and when I tried to get back into it later in another state, I found I did not like any of the schools nearby that taught similar styles. It wasn't the style itself, but the way the schools operated. Some were so orientated to get money for belt tests and moving you up far quicker then was even close to appropriate. Some were focused on young children, and most of the adult students ended up doing a lot of teaching, not my personal interest for training.

So maybe find some local places that do MMA, Kickboxing, Jujitsu, Krav Maga, ect, and try them out, get a feel for what a class is like and what you want out of a school. Ask about contracts, prices, equipment you need to buy, ect.

You will enjoy whatever style you pick far more if you like the environment and people you work out with. You may be rolling around on the floor with those folks several times a week, always something to keep in mind
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