Jiffy Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 I read once that 68% of all people quitting is because of perceiced indifference. In other words, most people think that nbody cares whether they come or not. Treat your school like a learning center where everyone is valued, and you will have a much better retention.That doesn't surprise me at all. I completely agree. For a lot of people, you just need to bridge that gap with a bit of personal attention and they will come back. The mind is like a parachute, it only works when it's open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffy Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 We send out exit surveys. If the student left because of a "dojo issue" then we would want to see if it is something that we can prevent from happening in the future.That's a great idea! That do that at my work when someone resigns, and yet I never thought to do it at the Karate club.Maybe a good idea would be to send out a letter inviting them back, then a couple of months later, if not reply, send out a survey.What you think of the idea? The mind is like a parachute, it only works when it's open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelaG Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 What is everyone's retention rate? What percentage make it to black belt at your club? Have you ever looked at the biggest drop out grades and why that might be? Tokonkai Karate-do Instructorhttp://www.karateresource.com Kata, Bunkai, Articles, Reviews, History, Uncovering the Myths, Discussion Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 What is everyone's retention rate? What percentage make it to black belt at your club? Have you ever looked at the biggest drop out grades and why that might be?I think our retention rate to black belt is around 10%, but I can't confirm this. Some groups of starters stick around better than others, for some reason. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffy Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I don't think our retention rate would even be that high. I'm guessing it's more like 1-2% of all students make it to black belt. The mind is like a parachute, it only works when it's open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathal Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I don't think our retention rate would even be that high. I'm guessing it's more like 1-2% of all students make it to black belt.As I recall that's an accurate statistic in our dojo as well. Also about that percentage go on to nidan, etc. .The best victory is when the opponent surrendersof its own accord before there are any actualhostilities...It is best to win without fighting.- Sun-tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I don't think our retention rate would even be that high. I'm guessing it's more like 1-2% of all students make it to black belt.I remember years ago when I started in the ATA, there was a group of between 10 and 12, maybe 13 of us. Something like that. Only 3 of us tested for 1st degree together. And, to my knowledge, I am the only one remaining from that group. I was a certified instructor and a 2nd dan, and they were both out of it. Now, although in a different organization, I am going to test for 3rd recommended in April. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffy Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 Last night, I was sorting through the software I use to manage my dojo. In there, it has a whole load of letter templates. Anyway, I found a couple in there that are made for when people leave the school. They were really good. If I remember, I'll paste them in here some time...Alternatively, you might be able to find them on the website.... maybe..... https://www.martialartsorganizer.com The mind is like a parachute, it only works when it's open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric_ Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 My instructor typically calls if he sees an unusual period of absence. I have to say that i would do the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 Our instructor didn't call, but he used friends of the students whose attendance slipped to chase them up.I would guess the retention rate of our entire school (my class is just one of 12 in the area) something like 5% probably make it to blackbelt. Of course, it takes some students alot longer than others The best armour is to keep out of range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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