Common forms of martial arts classes include karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Aikido and Judo. There is little cost variance among the different types, which are often offered for both children and adults. (Ninjutsu, Ninpo is a rare commodity!)

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Typical costs:

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Fees for general in any martial arts classes for adults average $50 - $100 per month for studio members. ​

*Ninjutsu would run anywhere from $64-$200 mth. ​

with a annually Reg. fee from $125 & up.

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The fee generally covers three classes or more per week.

Some studios charge yearly membership dues are as high as $150, and some require students to join a martial arts federation for an average of $80 annually.

Some studios that don't offer yearly memberships offer bundles instead, such as $200 to $250 for three months for unlimited classes.

Sessions for children costs 20 to 50 percent less than adult classes, and rates are usually set on a sliding scale based on a child's age. 

Classes for ages 3 to 5 - could be an exception depending on the situation, but could be at a higher cost. (need be given a trial)

Classes for ages 5 to 12 average $45 to $60 per month and those for teenagers up to 18 average $60 to $85 per month.

Some studios offer family rates of around 10 to 20 percent less for two or more members.

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What should be included:

何が含まれるべきである： 

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Most schools offer sessions for different experience levels. Some studios offer up to a week of free classes if you are considering a membership. (3 days will be given with payment)

Sometimes the uniforms included with membership dues. (offer uniform and some gear free with 6mths to 1yr paid in full)

*Dojos usually provide safety gear for sparring during class. (not required in Ninjutsu)

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Additional costs:

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Students may buy their own uniforms, shoes and protective items if they choose! 

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Depending on size and thickness of material;

Karate uniforms for $35 to $100. 

Tae Kwon do uniforms cost $35 to $90. 

Kung Fu uniforms cost $54 to $96, with jackets and pants often sold separately. 

Judo uniforms cost $65 to $100.

*Ninjutsu uniforms cost anywhere from $65 to $350, depending on authenticity. (costs of Tabis not included) 

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Discounts:

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Uniforms & Equipment are usually discounted to members when purchased through the dojo.

For sparring gear, it is often less expensive to buy protective items by the set for $110 to $180, which includes headgear, gloves and leg guards and a mouthpiece.

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Some dojos charge as much as $250 in promotion fees, usually highest for the top ranking of black belt.

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Seminars are important with one’s own training and that is if they would want to move up quicker $40 - $100

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