THE PUERTO VALLARTA GIVEAWAY!

🎉 Win the Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Impakt Experience! 🎉

We’re giving YOU the chance to join us in paradise this February for the Impakt Puerto Vallarta Event – and it’s packed with incredible perks:

🏖️ FREE All-Inclusive Hotel Stay (Feb 11–14, $1500 Value)
🎟️ FREE Ticket to the Impakt Experience ($1000 Value)
🥩 FREE Steak Dinner at La Madalena with the Mastermind Coaches & Clients ($250 Value)

Yes, you read that right. Your only cost? The flight. ✈️

💥 How to Enter the Giveaway 💥
1️⃣ Invite a School or Gym Owner to join the Kick Community on Facebook.
2️⃣ Post a value-packed tip or strategy in the Kick Community that’s been a game-changer for your business.

That’s it! Each action earns you an entry into the raffle.

⏰ Deadline: Contest ends January 10th at Midnight.

🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Event: 🔥
✔️ Business Training You Can’t Get Anywhere Else:

• CFO-level insights w/ Donovan Rider

• Google Domination w/ Adam Kifer

• Daily Goal Setting w/ Kelly Murray

• Instructor Drills & Communication w/ Jadi Tention

• Instagram Growth Hacks w/ Adam Kifer

• PLUS personalized mini hot-seats with our expert coaches

Take action NOW and secure your shot at an unforgettable experience in Puerto Vallarta. This is your chance to grow, connect, and recharge in one of the most beautiful places on earth.

Let’s go! 🏆

💰 Budget Like a Black Belt: Master Your School’s Finances

One of the key reasons some martial arts schools thrive while others struggle is their attention to cash flow and profitability. The best schools know their numbers, understand their margins, and stick to a disciplined budget. If you’ve ever felt like your revenue is slipping through your fingers, this article is for you. Let’s break down some best practices to keep your school financially healthy and growing.

We’ll use percentages for clarity, focusing on gross revenue (your total monthly income). If your percentages are within 2% of these guidelines, you’re on the right track. Falling under these percentages could mean more profit potential—falling over might mean it’s time for some adjustments.

1. Rent: Under 15%

Rent is a static expense, meaning it doesn’t fluctuate with your revenue. As your income grows, rent becomes a smaller percentage of your budget, which is why keeping this under 15% is key. If you’re over this, you may need to explore creative ways to increase revenue or negotiate better terms when your lease is up.

2. Operating Expenses: Under 20%

Operating expenses cover the cost of running your school—software, supplies, inventory, and more. Often, personal spending or untracked purchases can inflate this number. Stay disciplined and track every expense. Small, intentional decisions can keep these costs low, giving you more room for profit.

3. Payroll: Under 30%

While 25% is the sweet spot, it’s not always feasible in high-cost-of-living areas. A common question is whether owner pay should fall under payroll. The answer? If you sold your business today, would the new owner need to pay someone to do what you’re doing? If yes, include your pay in payroll. If not, it should fall under profit.

4. Taxes: 15%

Avoid those gut-punch moments when an unexpected tax bill arrives. Take 15% of your monthly deposits and tuck it into a separate account. If your tax bill comes in lower, congratulations! Use the surplus as profit or roll it over for next year. This small step keeps you ahead of the game and stress-free during tax season.

5. Profit: Above 20%

The ultimate goal—profit! This is the money you keep, reinvest, and grow. Profit allows you to build reserves, open new locations, and invest in opportunities that let your money work for you. As John Maxwell says, every business owner should keep their eye on profit—it’s the true measure of your school’s health and potential.

Final Thoughts

Budgeting isn’t glamorous, but it’s essential. By following these benchmarks and tracking your expenses with discipline, you can create a financially sound martial arts school that supports your dreams and impacts your community. Remember, you can’t improve what you don’t measure—start today!

P.S. Want more actionable tips? Hit us up in the Kick Community to share your best budgeting practices! 👊

What’s Kickin’ on Social This Week 🌟

This week’s social posts are packed with actionable insights, free resources, and creative drills to elevate your school and inspire your team. Check out what’s making waves online, and don’t forget to show these creators some love by liking, commenting, and sharing!

1. Language for Leaders - Adam Kifer
   Learn how the words you use can inspire, motivate, and lead your team and students to greatness. Leadership starts with language!
   👉 Read Post

2. How to Get Your Team Bought In (Free Hour Training) - Kelly Murray
   Struggling with team buy-in? This free hour-long training dives deep into creating a team that’s aligned, motivated, and ready to crush goals in 2025.
   👉 Read Post

3. A Great Team-Building Drill to End Class - Jadi Tention
   Looking for a powerful way to build camaraderie and teamwork? This drill is perfect for ending your classes on a high note while strengthening your team dynamics.
   👉 Watch Here

4. Tour Inside the Hyper Pro Training School - Roland Osborne
   Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hyper Pro Training School. Get inspired by the environment and learn how you can bring this energy to your school.
   👉 Watch Here

5. Power Kicking & Agility Drills - Natalia Silva
   Speed, power, and precision! Natalia shares some incredible kicking and agility drills that you can incorporate into your classes to elevate your students’ skills.
   👉 Watch Here

Take a few minutes to check these out and bring fresh ideas back to your mats this week. 💪

😂 Martial Memes

Get ready to kick back and laugh with this week’s Martial Memes! From epic fails to hilariously relatable moments, these memes capture the lighter side of martial arts life. Whether you need a chuckle after class or some content to share with your students, these gems are sure to keep the fun rolling. Let’s dive in! 🥋😂

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