Local partnerships are one of the most powerful (and most overlooked) ways to grow a martial arts school — especially when you’re under 100 students.
When done right, they generate warm leads, build brand trust, and cost almost nothing.
🔑 Tips to Make Them Work:
- Think Local & AlignedDaycares, preschools, dance schools, PTs, kids’ gyms, realtors — anywhere your ideal members already go.
- Start By GivingOffer a free workshop, class visit, or value-packed giveaway. Show how it benefits them.
- Keep the Ask SimpleA flyer, an email blast, or a table at their event. Don’t overcomplicate it.
- Track ResultsKnow which JV partners actually bring leads — and which are just “nice ideas.”
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- What joint ventures have worked for you in the past?
- What didn’t work — and what would you do differently?
- Got a local business you’re eyeing? Drop your pitch idea and get feedback.
Let’s build a vault of what actually works for small school owners.