For Women Only
I would like to hear from our Si-Moi's and Si-Jays as to what attracts women to train in Wing Chun.
We started out in what I will refer to as "the garage" back in 2000, no windows on a 19' by 60' concrete floor. The building was tucked away behind a popular restaurant in town. Although it was clean, it was more like a "Marvin Hagler" environement. We were there until July of 2002. During this time, we had 3 female students join . We have since moved to a location on the main street of the town and have wooden floors, mirrors and a more professional looking 1200 square foot training area. We are about to get our first female student at this facility this weekend.
We have had over 90 students to date with less than 10 of them being women. We keep a database of inquiries and I have about 15 or so I would like to call on. I am looking for some ideas that might attract them.
Does a separate class favor an integrated male/female class?
How do you feel if you are the only female in the class? Or if you go in a school where no females are training? Does this affect you at all?
Please also list specifics in regard to turn ons and turn offs that keep you training or make you decide to leave.
Thanks
Good Luck in your Kung Fu!
Moy Yat Kung Fu - Martial Intelligence