Let’s be honest — if your classes aren’t as full as you want them to be right now, waiting around for a “marketing plan” to magically work weeks from now isn’t going to cut it.
You need something fast. Something that works immediately.
That’s where smart, community-based print marketing comes in.
At GetStudents.com, we don’t just sell print products — we equip martial arts schools with real tools that bring in students right now. These aren’t things to “plan” for — these are products you can start using this week to get new faces in your door.
Here’s what you should be using immediately:
Ad Cards & VIP Cards
These are your secret weapon.
They’re the easiest thing to hand to parents after class or toss into goody bags at parties, events, or summer camp fairs. You can leave stacks at local businesses, hand them out at games, or send them home with your students to give to friends.
Bonus tip: Add an irresistible offer on them — like a free week or VIP intro program — and they’ll be walking into your school.
Window Clings
Your windows are some of the best real estate you’ve got — don’t waste them.
A big, bold cling that says “NOW ENROLLING!” or “SUMMER CAMPS FILLING FAST!” can grab attention from every car and passerby.
They’re fast, affordable, and always working, even when your school is closed.
Rack Cards
Simple. Straightforward. Super effective.
Keep them stocked in every local pizza place, smoothie shop, dentist office, real estate office — anywhere families are. A well-designed rack card with your program info and a call-to-action can do the heavy lifting for you.
Doorhangers
Old-school? Maybe. But highly underrated.
A stack of doorhangers plus a walk around the block = instant local exposure.
You can hire a teen or use a team of staff and students — hit nearby neighborhoods and you’ll be surprised at the response.
It’s targeted. It’s personal. It works.
Party Invites (for an event in the next few weeks!)
Don’t wait for a holiday — create a reason to invite families in.
A last-minute “Schools Out Bash” or “Ninja Game Night” is a perfect excuse to have us print up some invites and tell your students: “Bring a friend!”
Parents love a fun, structured activity for their kids — and if they have a blast at your event, they’ll sign up.
Vinyl Banners & Snipe Signs
This is what you use when you want everyone to know you exist.
Whether it’s a banner on your building or snipe signs at intersections around town, these get noticed fast — especially with a clear message and a short-term offer.
The Bottom Line:
You don’t need to reinvent the wheel — you just need to take action.
Print marketing gets your message into your community right now, not weeks from now. And unlike digital ads, there’s no algorithm — just real families seeing real offers that drive them to your door.
Need help getting started?
We’ve got everything you need at GetStudents.com — fully customizable, martial arts-specific, and ready to ship fast.
Stop waiting. Start growing.
Let’s fill your classes now.