While many people sign up for self-defense training classes like krav maga, mixed martial arts, and kickboxing, very few stick with it. This could be because of a busy schedule or lack of motivation. Since self-defense training can be life-saving in certain situations, it’s crucial to attend classes to reap the benefits. However, it’s normal to lose motivation. Below are a few tips to help you encourage yourself to attend classes.

How to Motivate Yourself to Attend Self-Defense Training Classes

1. Choose the Right Facility

Choosing the right training facility is just as important as choosing the correct martial art style for you. Pay attention to how enthusiastic the teachers are and how welcoming they are. If there are people to encourage you, you’re less likely to give up. Also pay attention to how equipped the facility is and how the design makes you feel, because you should feel prepared and excited for each lesson. 

2. Bring a Friend

Going to self-defense training classes with a friend or loved one can be a great way to create accountability. You can even set up an activity to do with your friend after your class, like going for coffee or seeing a movie that will motivate you to come until you get the hang of the routine.

3. Set Goals

If it feels like you’re working super hard for no reward, the whole process of grinding through the same moves will become more difficult. A great way to combat this is by setting both short- and long-term goals for your training. A short-term goal might be to perfect your hook punch within the next month. A long-term goal could be to move up two belt rankings in the next six months. Make sure your goals are realistic and achievable, or you’ll get discouraged when you can’t reach them.

914 Training Center in Scarsdale, NY, offers self-defense training using a unique mix of muay thai, jiu-jitsu, and krav maga fighting. The training center is owned by a champion muay thai fighter and classes are taught by other distinguished leaders in the field. Call (914) 437-5353 to sign up for a class or visit their website to view their weekly class schedule.