Let me start by saying I know nothing about Kung Fu. I have a 7 y/o son that could use help with self control and a 12 y/o daughter that needs to work out and was having confidence issues with bullies, so I signed them up for Kung Fu. (Shaolin/Eagle Claw studio)
My question is regarding tuition. When I signed them up, I paid $600 (total for both) to get through their orange belts. Now that they are approaching that goal, it's time to select another membership plan. The one I'm looking at will give each child unlimited classes (they currently go twice/week) and take them through their black belts. That plan is about $11000 total for both. If they decide to drop their training, they can return to the studio at any time to continue at no additional charge. At first, I assumed there would be a per/month charge or something like that. The price does not include clothes or weapons (that plan costs a lot more!) or sashes.
Also, I thought since they 'earned' sashes, that there would be no charge. But I do have to pay for sashes as they earn them.
Is this the norm? Or at least in the ball park? I have nothing to compare it to. The studio is also very conveniently located, so that is a plus.
Both kids love it so far!
I'd really appreciate any input you can offer.
Thanks!!
Spryte