IronMantis
Sep 8, 2009, 11:44 AM
Hi, I have been training martial arts now very heavily for the past 3 years. I have received my 1st degree blackbelt, and have been promoted to an assistant instructor in about half the time it takes just to get your basic black belt. Unfortunately the title assistant instructor does not pay. It's more like a step in the right direction, and you get more info and insight into the system. To continue to excel at this rate, it is nearly impossible to make enough money for both rent, bills, and school. I also have a little girl, and that's not cheap either. I am hoping with my dedication and achievements, that there might be some type of grant out there that could help me to finish my certification in this particular martial system allowing me to then of course have a productive career with it as well. Any help, advice, and information on this would be greatly appreciated.