ABOUT US
The Philippine Martial Arts Alliance (PMAA) exists to elevate Filipino Martial Arts through education, cultural preservation, and professional development. Founded on brotherhood, sisterhood, and unity - with no ego and no politics - we are committed to helping students, practitioners, instructors, and schools grow with excellence.
Established in 2006, PMAA is a global organization dedicated to sharing authentic Filipino Martial Arts through structured training pathways, rank recognition, instructor development, and school support systems. Our goal is to create a welcoming, professional environment where anyone - regardless of background or style - can learn, grow, and represent the art with pride
About the Founder
GRANDMASTER JULIUS MELEGRITO
Grandmaster Julius Melegrito is an internationally recognized Filipino martial artist, Black Belt Magazine Hall of Famer, and lifelong ambassador of Filipino Martial Arts. For decades, he has taught around the world, helping practitioners and instructors elevate their
skills through innovative training methods, leadership - focused instruction, and systematized teaching frameworks. Driven by a deep passion for promoting FMA globally, GM Melegrito has devoted his career to:
Educating new students and non-practitioners
Supporting practitioners at every level
Helping instructors master the art of teaching, not just technique
Providing schools with professional systems through the FMA School Success System
Promoting unity, culture, and growth across the FMA community
Through PMAA and the IMFMA Instructorship Mastery Program, he continues to empower students and instructors worldwide, honoring both tradition and progression.
GRANDMASTER JULIUS MELEGRITO
What We Stand For
Unity in the Arts - Brotherhood, sisterhood, and mutual respect
Professional Growth - Clear pathways for students, practitioners, instructors, and schools
Cultural Preservation - Keeping Filipino martial traditions alive and accessible
Global Education - Workshops, camps, and training around the world
No Ego. No Politics - A community built on humility, collaboration
Choose the pathway that fits your journey
Get Started Here
For beginners, new practitioners, and anyone exploring Filipino Martial Arts for the first time.
Rank Evaluation & Recognition
For FMA practitioners who want clear, professional recognition of their rank, technical skill, training experience and lineage.
FMA Instructor
Certification Program
For advanced practitioners and instructors ready to pursue instructorship mastery in FMA and professional certification
fma in a box
For instructors and martial arts schools wanting a plug-and-play FMA curriculum they can teach immediately.
FMA School Alliance
For instructors and schools committed to unity and cultural pride. Become a PMAA representative in your region - without politics, ego, or changing your style or lineage.
FMA School Success System
For school owners seeking professional tools, structural guidance, and a customized framework to grow their academy.
