The Dojo Evaulation List

1. Determine your goals. Decide if you are interested in exercise, self-defense, whole body training, weapons lessons, traditional or modern martial arts.
   
2. Decide which school you are interested in joining.
   
3. Set up an appointment to visit by emailing.
   
4. Gather and write down any questions you have.
   
5. Print out directions and check them against a map.
   
6. Wear lose fitting sweat pants, plain t-shirt with no writing and a pair of socks.
   
7. Leave a little early, arrive on time and fill out the Visitor Form.
   
8. Watch the class with an open mind.
   
9. Evaluate the class for the Instructor's teaching quality.
   
10. Determine if students work together, show respect and courtesy.
    
11. Talk with students and instructors. Ask about their class experiences.
    
12. If you like the class then ask to take a trial class.