Training for Self Defense is often called "Challenging" because it's supposed to be one of the hardest and most difficult decisions of your life. Choosing the right school and preparation, however, can sometimes be one of the most rewarding and calming experiences of your life. Fortunately, this book will be a guide in helping you achieve exactly that. In "Real Martial Arts for Real People" we've interviewed 12 Martial Arts professionals, to help you avoid some of the common mistakes that students often make when choosing a martial arts school for training in self defense. Inside, you'll hear from the real world experts who share many years of experience between them all. Let their experience guide you, as they share honest, straightforward advice, so that your choice and experience is as stress-free as possible. If you've never trained in Martial Arts before, it's likely that unexpected "surprises" will come up along the way. By gaining the advice of industry experts, who have "been there" and "done that", you will give yourself a significant advantage over those, who attempt to take on the huge task of choosing a school without proper information, and alone. While your ultimate choice of schools should be one of the most memorable and special days of your life, the 1st day of training should also be a fun and exciting experience. We hope that Real Martial Arts for Real People, becomes your trusted guide, as you navigate through the decision making process.