Taekwondo classes in a rented hall

Parents of children and teens, plus adults wanting fitness or self-defence.

Monthly memberships or per-class fees, plus grading fees and sales of uniforms and sparring gear.

• Black belt level taekwondo (ideally with a recognized instructor qualification)
• Teaching and managing groups of children
• Organizing and communicating with parents

• Commercial general liability insurance, and check what the hall or school requires you to carry
• Instructor credentials and any coaching certification your provincial body or insurer expects
• Vulnerable sector or police record checks, which are commonly expected when teaching children
• Signed waivers for every student, and a clear injury and first aid plan
• Hall rental costs can eat into thin margins while the class is small, so keep fixed costs low at first

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on equipment and setup. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $3,500, depending on how many students enrol. Hall rental can eat into thin margins while classes are small.

Check instructor credentials and any coaching certification your provincial body or insurer expects. Vulnerable sector or police record checks are commonly expected when teaching children. Also check signed waivers and a clear injury and first aid plan.

Check commercial general liability insurance, and what the hall or school requires you to carry. Keep fixed costs low at first, since hall rental can eat into margins while your classes are still small.