{"id":13552,"date":"2020-01-28T03:30:50","date_gmt":"2020-01-28T08:30:50","guid":{"rendered":"\/knowledge-sharing\/?p=13552"},"modified":"2026-02-06T11:39:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T16:39:41","slug":"positive-reviews-grow-martial-arts-studio-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/positive-reviews-grow-martial-arts-studio-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"How Positive Reviews Can Help Grow Your Martial Arts Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The martial arts studio industry is now an over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibisworld.com\/united-states\/market-research-reports\/martial-arts-studios-industry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">$5 billion industry with over 80 thousand studios across the U.S.<\/a> Whether you specialize in mixed martial arts (MMA), kickboxing, or karate, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/grow-martial-arts-studio\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=click&amp;utm_campaign=ft-write-reviews\">how does your studio stand out from the pack?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer is: positive reviews and testimonials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\">Key takeaways <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Positive reviews significantly influence potential students\u2019 decisions and help your martial arts studio stand out online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/features\/customer-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Asking for reviews at the right moments<\/a> and using incentives encourages more clients to share their experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sharing and promoting glowing reviews on social media increases your credibility and attracts new students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-do-reviews-and-referrals-work\">Why do reviews and referrals work? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In essence, your best sales reps are your customers. When choosing the right martial arts studio, people rely on word of mouth and trusted referrals from family and friends. Parents are also more likely to choose your studio for their children when other parents recommend it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hubspot.com\/marketing\/how-hubspot-grew-online-customer-reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">77% of customers have shared positive experiences<\/a> with friends, on social media, or on review websites in the last year. Positive reviews also make 91% of customers more likely to use a business, such as your martial arts studio. At the same time, 82% of people may not choose your studio after reading a negative review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, positive reviews are crucial for your business. The question is, how to get your students or their parents to write them? In this article, we will review six ways you can get them to write positive reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-you-get-positive-reviews-try-these-6-tips\">How can you get positive reviews? Try these 6 tips:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Where do your clients leave a review? Put direct links to your review platforms, like your Facebook Page, Yelp, and Google My Business, on your website. You can also include these links as part of your email marketing campaign. This takes your students directly to where they need to go to leave a review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Does your martial arts business have a mobile app? It is estimated that over 2.5 billion people have smartphones. Give them the option to leave a review right on their device! With the WellnessLiving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/features\/achieve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Achieve Client App<\/a>, your martial arts students can easily give feedback without having to go to another app or website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, how do you get your students to write amazing reviews that lead to more martial arts students? Let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-ask-for-timely-reviews\">1. Ask for timely reviews <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Timing is everything. That\u2019s why it is important to ask for a review at the right moment. When you do, this can lead to some very valuable reviews for your business!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As members of your martial arts studio, your clients are on a fitness journey with unique goals and aspirations. Many of them wanted a new and exciting way to work out. Others have dreams of becoming a world champion!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several moments throughout that journey where you can ask for feedback. For instance, let\u2019s say your MMA student just learned a new move or technique, like a \u201cround kick.\u201d Did a beginner give an intermediate student a good fight? When that student reaches new heights of success, congratulate them in person and also send a follow-up email asking them to review their experience at your martial arts studio. They just reached a goal. Of course, they\u2019d be happy to leave a review!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When else can you ask for a review?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When they\u2019ve referred a family member or friend. They were happy with your studio and told their friends and family. You now need them to say the same thing in a review!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Did they just tag your studio and give credit to a specific teacher on social media? Like and share that post, and send them a private message with a review request.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-ask-open-ended-questions\">2. Ask open-ended questions <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you ask your client for a review, have a conversation (with open-ended questions) to gauge how they feel about their experience first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, you could ask them: \u201cHow are you enjoying your MMA class?\u201d or \u201cYou are new to kickboxing. How has your first month been?\u201d or \u201cHow did you like winning your fight last week?\u201d These open-ended questions help you collect valuable feedback from your martial arts students. When you get a response with excitement, this is a good time to ask for a review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also ask them questions that spark a positive review. Some thought-provoking questions to ask include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What was your life like before taking classes at our martial arts studio?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What were you hoping to achieve at the studio?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What have you accomplished since your first class at the studio?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What has exceeded your expectations since taking classes at the studio?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why would you recommend us to others?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What made us stand out from other martial arts studios?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Open-ended questions also help you avoid asking for a review when they\u2019re having a bad experience, such as a difficult time with one of your teachers. While there\u2019s nothing you can do about negative reviews coming onto various review platforms, you can focus on resolving a student\u2019s concern before asking them to review your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-create-incentives\">3. Create incentives <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your time is important, and so is the time of the members of your martial arts studio. Let them know you value their feedback and give them an incentive for leaving a review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the better ways to reward your members is through WellnessLiving\u2019s martial arts software&#8217;s rewards program. As a result, your members can automatically earn points when writing reviews on social media like Instagram or Facebook. The more points they earn from this, the greater the chance your members will give you a positive review. Offer great incentives such as discounts on memberships, free merchandise, or FREE tickets to martial arts events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contests with larger rewards can also give clients an incentive to write you a great review. You can also customize the guidelines for the contest, such as being a long-term member of your martial arts studio. This ensures your reviews are coming from your most loyal members who likely have positive feedback for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-give-positive-reviews-first\">4. Give positive reviews first<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Positivity is contagious. If you want a positive review, give your student one first. Taking the first step may lead them to leave you one as well. For instance, here is an example of positive feedback you can give to a student after you\u2019ve begun to build a relationship with them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><em>\u201cGreat job in class the other day. I\u2019ve noticed your form really improved since you started. I\u2019ve really enjoyed teaching you over the last few months. Keep up the good work!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If they thank you for your kind words, this is where you\u2019d politely ask them for a review on a specific platform, such as Yelp or your Facebook Page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-share-positive-reviews\">5. Share positive reviews <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get positive reviews, spread that love! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/martial-arts-social-media-marketing-tips-adopt-today\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Share your positive reviews on your social media platforms<\/a>, such as Instagram or Facebook. After people see quality feedback about your martial arts studio, they are more likely to leave a positive review as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing positive reviews on social media sounds straightforward, but there are a few things you should consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep it<\/strong> <strong>short:<\/strong> As a rule, keep review social media posts short and sweet. Pick a highlight from their review, then link to the full version in the body of your post. Here is an example of a short post:<br>o \u201cI\u2019ve had a great experience! Thanks for helping me reach my black belt!\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use visuals:<\/strong> Words alone likely won\u2019t grab attention. That\u2019s why visuals, like a photo of your student, an infographic of their quote, or a full-length video review, can help bring your review posts to life!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thank them:<\/strong> Sharing your positive reviews is not bragging. Always say \u201cthank you\u201d to your students who leave you with such positive feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedules posts:<\/strong> It\u2019s amazing when students have great things to say about you, but avoid flooding your social feed with reviews. Schedule your client reviews alongside your other social media months in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing positive reviews creates client engagement and attracts new students to your martial arts studio! As you receive multiple glowing reviews about your business, you can interview your students and turn their reviews into a case study that can be featured on your blog or a larger social media post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-host-and-event-or-workshop-at-your-martial-arts-studio\">6. Host and event or workshop at your martial arts studio <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A workshop, seminar, or tournament-style event is a great way to bring your martial arts community together! It also creates the perfect opportunity for you to ask your clients to give you a review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone size-full wp-image-13570\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" src=\"\/knowledge-sharing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/resized-Martial-Arts-Reviews-Image-2.jpg\" alt=\"A martial arts student getting ready for a tournament. \" class=\"wp-image-13570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/resized-Martial-Arts-Reviews-Image-2.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/resized-Martial-Arts-Reviews-Image-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/resized-Martial-Arts-Reviews-Image-2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/resized-Martial-Arts-Reviews-Image-2-320x213.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A workshop, seminar, or tournament-style event creates the perfect opportunity for you to ask your clients to give you a review.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will an event excite and educate your students, but it will also create a lot of buzz around your martial arts studio. Needless to say, it will give them a memorable experience they\u2019ll be talking about and reviewing for weeks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you bring greater value to your students beyond the everyday classes taught each week?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Host a seminar:<\/strong> Host weekend workshops, seminars, or clinics for students to expand their practice and learn new technical skills and fighting principles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Host a tournament:<\/strong> Hosting a tournament helps your studio establish credibility within the martial arts community. Students will also test their skill level against other competitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bring in an expert:<\/strong> Is a UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) or MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter from the same place as your martial arts studio? Reach out to famous martial artists and invite them to teach a class or seminar at your studio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bonus-tip-use-a-software-system-that-makes-it-easy-for-clients-to-leave-a-review\">Bonus tip: Use a software system that makes it easy for clients to leave a review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of ways you can get your students to be your biggest cheerleader and write you positive reviews. Prepare to reach new heights as more people speak glowingly about your martial arts studio!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as your clients are in your corner, we have your back, too! Let us be a part of your journey. When you ask for reviews, timing is everything. At WellnessLiving, we will help you save time and generate more reviews with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/features\/achieve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Achieve Client App<\/a>. At the same time, WellnessLiving\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/blog\/martial-arts-software-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all-in-one martial arts software<\/a> can help streamline your business with our innovative rewards program, automated marketing options, and online booking and scheduling options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/martial-art\/software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a free, no-commitment demo with us today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-about-getting-positive-reviews-for-martial-arts-studios\">\u2753 FAQs about getting positive reviews for martial arts studios \u2753<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766092151482\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I encourage students and parents to leave positive reviews?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ask at the right moment, such as after a milestone, belt promotion, or positive class experience. Send simple follow-up links via email or SMS to make leaving a review easy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766092159709\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I respond to negative reviews professionally and positively?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Reply calmly and promptly. Acknowledge the concern, thank them for the feedback, and offer to resolve the issue privately. This shows professionalism and care to future readers.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766092175664\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I offer incentives for reviews \u2014 and what\u2019s the best way to do it?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, but keep it ethical. Offer small, non-monetary incentives like entry into a giveaway or bonus class credit, without requiring a positive review specifically.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766092197864\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I leverage video testimonials to boost my studio\u2019s credibility?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Record short, authentic clips of students or parents sharing their experience. Use these videos on your website, social media, and ads to build trust and emotional connection.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766092217619\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I track the impact of reviews on enrollment and referrals?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Monitor review volume, star ratings, website traffic, and inquiry sources. Ask new students how they heard about you and track trends alongside review growth. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnessliving.com\/features\/advanced-reporting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WellnessLiving&#8217;s all-in-one software system for martial arts studios makes it easy to keep your referrals and analytics all in the same place.<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The martial arts studio industry is now an over $5 billion industry with over 80 thousand studios across the U.S. Whether you specialize in mixed martial arts (MMA), kickboxing, or karate, how does your studio stand out from the pack? The answer is: positive reviews and testimonials. 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