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To ensure that the IMAS remains a proficient and specialised Institute, Membership and Fellowship are only awarded to individuals who meet the specified requirements, both academically and practically, and who are prepared to maintain the high standards expected. The Letters IMAS represent quality and professionalism in the Martial Arts worldwide.
Associate Membership is available to students of the Martial Arts at any level, or academic students of a related discipline. For associate members, full membership can be gained through continuous study and dedication, further information is available from membership@institute-of-martialarts-and-sciences.com.
IMAS membership offers opportunities to develop professionally as a Marital Artist, networking opportunities and can allow you to make contact with Martial Artists worldwide who share common viewpoints. The IMAS are now also sending both membership certificates and membership cards to all new members, and in addition you will have access to a variety of lectures, academic papers from IMAS members, and preferential rates for IMAS courses. (Membership cards & certification are new from IMAS, and therefore those existing members who may not already have these , they will be sent out shortly via post.)
You can join the IMAS as an individual or as a club. For individuals, there are three levels of IMAS membership, FIMAS, MIMAS, and AIMAS. Fellow, Member and Associate Member respectively. For further information on joining the IMAS, please contact membership@institute-of-martialarts-and-sciences.com
Who Can Join?
There are three levels of membership available for individuals. Anyone who is studying, or has studied a Martial Art can apply for Associate Membership to the IMAS. Information is given below on the different levels of membership available, and the requirements for each. Please apply for the level of membership you feel to be most relevant to your skills and experience.
Grades of IMAS Membership
Fellow (FIMAS)
The candidate must possess a recognised advanced academic degree/professional qualification (or equivalent) and must hold the rank of at least 5th Dan black belt (or equivalent) in one or more martial arts.
Member (MIMAS)
The candidate must possess a recognised academic degree/professional qualification (or equivalent) and must hold the rank of at least 1st Dan black belt (or equivalent) in one or more martial arts.
Associate (AIMAS)
The candidate must have, or be studying towards, a relevant recognised academic degree/professional qualification (or equivalent) OR Have experience and training in at least one martial arts, and be willing to undertake further martial arts training and academic study, in accordance with the primary goals of the Institute.