This document provides a checklist and planning template for parents choosing a martial arts academy for their child. It outlines the benefits of martial arts training, such as fostering self-discipline, boosting social skills, and encouraging physical activity. It also includes sections for researching class options, connecting with schools via phone, email or online, looking for reviews, downloading additional resources, and determining cost and payment options. The goal is to help parents find the best fit academy through taking actions like purchasing a uniform, signing up for a trial month, and enrolling as a member.