Parents' Guide to Martial Arts

The ultimate who, what, where and why reference book for parents in search of a martial arts school and a positive experience for their children. The authors answer dozens of questions about choosing a martial arts school and understanding what's going on once lessons begin including:

*evaluating an instructor's credentials

*understanding contracts and membership agreements

*spotting unsafe facilities/exercises

*preventing injuries

*purchasing the right safety gear

*helping your child get the most from his or her martial arts lessons.

An invaluable resource for parents. Includes check list and evaluation sheet for objectively comparing schools and instructors. Know which questions you should be asking and what answers signal a potentially positive experience for you and your child.

Ruth Hunter currently works in the public relations field and has worked as a junior and senior high school history teacher. She has a black belt in taekwondo and is the mother of three young martial artists. In August 2000, she was inducted into the United States Martial Arts 2000 Millennial Hall of Fame as "Woman of the Year." A prolific writer, she has authored three books for Turtle Press, specializing in material for children and their parents.

Debra Fritsch is a free lance writer, martial arts instructor and black belt in taekwondo. She is co-author of A Part of the Ribbon and Parents' Guide to Martial Arts.