So at the encouragement of some folks around me, and a couple of teenagers who have literally begged me to teach them, I am seriously considering opening a martial arts school. It will be street defense oriented, and will primarily focus on avoid, defend, escape. Violent force will be a last resort, when guns either aren't available at hand, or unnecessary. It will also promote self discipline and positivity, along with confidence building and better physical fitness.
I am not soliciting for students here. I am hoping to solicit ideas and perhaps advice from legal minded folks and fellow business owners in regards to waivers, insurance, etc. I have acquired some waivers that I believe will suffice. I will definitely have an attorney who specializes in liabilities to take a look to see that everything is covered. Also, I have taught for many years and understand how much of this works already, but I have never been a school owner. Besides insurance and waivers of liability, is there anything else I should consider to protect myself? This question can be answered by other business owners of any type of business where liability waivers and insurance are a necessity.
I plan to start small and cheap. I am actively seeking out possible locations, including one room deals inside already established businesses. My church is a definite possibility. This is not some impulsive decision either. I have been studying on it for a long while (25+ years LOL) and though I am still not 100% on pursuing this, I am very close. Furthermore, this will not be my full time gig. It is simply a more fun and interesting way to earn a small second income. I don't plan or want a big school. Just a few serious, dedicated students who bring the mindset of helping one another. I already have some students lined up.
I don't know if this is the best place to ask, but we do have some business owners on here who are pretty sharp, so I figured it could not hurt to ask. Any advice, tips, etc will be appreciated. Trolls please troll elsewhere. Gracias
I am not soliciting for students here. I am hoping to solicit ideas and perhaps advice from legal minded folks and fellow business owners in regards to waivers, insurance, etc. I have acquired some waivers that I believe will suffice. I will definitely have an attorney who specializes in liabilities to take a look to see that everything is covered. Also, I have taught for many years and understand how much of this works already, but I have never been a school owner. Besides insurance and waivers of liability, is there anything else I should consider to protect myself? This question can be answered by other business owners of any type of business where liability waivers and insurance are a necessity.
I plan to start small and cheap. I am actively seeking out possible locations, including one room deals inside already established businesses. My church is a definite possibility. This is not some impulsive decision either. I have been studying on it for a long while (25+ years LOL) and though I am still not 100% on pursuing this, I am very close. Furthermore, this will not be my full time gig. It is simply a more fun and interesting way to earn a small second income. I don't plan or want a big school. Just a few serious, dedicated students who bring the mindset of helping one another. I already have some students lined up.
I don't know if this is the best place to ask, but we do have some business owners on here who are pretty sharp, so I figured it could not hurt to ask. Any advice, tips, etc will be appreciated. Trolls please troll elsewhere. Gracias
