The Martial Arts Practitioner Pathways seek to focus on a holistic approach to martial art training as it applies to various martial art forms and styles. Whether they be Traditional, Modern, and Eclectic forms, Martial Arts Sports, Self-Defence, Security, the Military, Law Enforcement, or for Entertainment (e.g., Cage Fighting, et al) there is a Pathway for all those interested in making the martial arts a Way of Life.
It is indicated via:
Accreditation & Recognition are available for all those seeking to validate current grades as well as for those pursuing higher levels. The Federation provides recognition for professional and non-professional development via various pathways. Each pathway evolves from basic to very high-level skills development providing consequentially valid awards for each step all along the way. All credentials may be checked via email.
Practitioners may elect to follow their own syllabus in conjunction with these Pathways or follow the broad Institute Syllabus from beginning to end.
The Institute Syllabus focuses on the completion of not only technical work but also various pathways that seek to cultivate and promote awareness in all aspects of martial arts practice.
All applications are to be submitted via the ‘Apply’ page. Prerequisites and requirements apply to various awards. Certified copies of all relevant supporting documents need to be included in any application along with a verifiable CV, ID et al. Upon verification applicants will receive an Invoice for payment direct to the bank account.
All awards are:
Note:
MIMAF licensing does not override any other countries' legal requirements / practicing licenses such as the time validity of first aid certification, refereeing, security, et al. The MIMAF Licensing is only valid for the duration of such certifications as they apply in the candidate's country of origin.
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Board-Certified Grades can also be granted to those choosing to utilize the MIMAF Institute Syllabus. Open to all MIMAF Members, Schools, and Organizations. Please request a pdf copy via the Apply page
Requirements
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A certified translation is required for all documents in languages other than English.
All certifications and local licensing / legal compliance requirements for First Aid, Security, Insurance, Martial Arts Sports et al, need to be current at all times to be valid if working as a professional martial arts practitioner.
* Video presentations are to be uploaded to a private YouTube channel with a link provided for access. Candidates may also submit a public YouTube presentation or set of presentations with link(s) for viewing. Videos may also be edited, allowing for rest breaks between demonstrations of each aspect of the requirements. All videos should clearly show the candidate presenting the practical requirements.
Suitable for those who
Requirements
Note:
A certified translation is required for all documents in languages other than English
* Video presentations are to be uploaded to a private YouTube channel with a link provided for access. Candidates may also submit a public YouTube presentation or set of presentations with link(s) for viewing. Videos may also be edited, allowing for rest breaks between demonstrations of each aspect of the requirements. All videos should clearly show the candidate presenting the practical requirements.
Practice Areas (identified by various Levels)
Each area comprises a plethora of techniques and forms for both armed and unarmed practice. The study of ‘the way’ in martial arts continues to evolve in the appreciation of all that has come before.
Institute Gradings require candidates to demonstrate a larger repertoire of favoured techniques as they move through the levels; from Beginners to Advanced, and from Master to Grandmaster Levels. No time limits apply to any of the gradings. When one is ready, and the requirements have been met, candidates may apply for a grading at any time; 24/7.
The Institute Syllabus is intended to be wide ranging and challenging. It is intended to include all approaches with respect to past and modern developments. In choosing which techniques and forms to include in the presentation candidates are encouraged to take up the challenge of studying the entire gambit of what the martial arts constitutes in all its forms and styles.
For example, some arts might not include punches and kicks, while others might not include weapons, and that is fine. All martial arts have great value. However, the Institute requires a study of the full gambit of techniques and forms for grading purposes. The concept is bold and challenging. It seeks to be fully inclusive. For sure, the journey is interesting and fascinating all at the same time. It is open to all practitioners with or without a Gi or other types of clothing.
Candidates are required to present a thorough study of techniques and forms both armed and unarmed via presentation:
Practice areas include:
Level 1: Exercise Sets (all methods of strength & conditioning)
Level 2: Breakfalls, Grappling (including all types of submissions; not for juniors)
Level 3: Takedowns and throws
Level 4: All of types of kicks, punches, strikes, bumps, butts, combinations, pushing and pulling, et al
Level 5: Self-Defence (all approaches e.g., military, law enforcement, security, other)
Level 6: Weapons (all types e.g., ancient, modern, tools, other)
Level 7: Skills testing (board-breaking, competitions, Open Dojo, Bag work, et al)
Level 8: Demonstrations
Level 9: Nutrition, health & wellbeing, & healing arts, sports science/medicine, et al
Level 10: Masterclasses (attending as practitioners and teachers)
Notes:
The Practice Areas are intended to be as broad as possible. They may include any and all unarmed and armed techniques and forms, as well as related areas from those arts and styles found in various cultures e.g., Indian, Greek, Chinese, Japanese, Okinawan, Thai, Cambodian, Brazilian, et al
All applications should include any certifications and local licensing / legal compliance for First Aid, Security, Insurance, Martial Arts Sports et al. These need to be current at all times if working as a professional martial arts practitioner.
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