Are You a Filipino Martial Arts Instructor Struggling to Grow, Lead, or Get Recognized?
You’re not alone.
Across the world, even the most passionate Arnis, Kali, and Eskrima instructors face the same frustrating challenges:
Common Challenges for Filipino Martial Arts Instructors:
Lack of Official Recognition
Many FMA instructors teach independently without formal affiliation, missing opportunities for growth and credibility.
No Clear Growth Path
Building structured programs that attract students and generate consistent revenue is challenging.
Limited Technical and Professional Support
Instructors often lack ongoing technical coaching or professional development to enhance teaching skills or leadership.
Scattered, Inconsistent Resources
Training materials, curriculum guides, and marketing assistance are often disorganized, outdated, or missing.
Isolation and Lack of Community
Without a network, instructors may feel alone, lacking peers to share ideas, successes, or overcome challenges.
Falling Behind Other Martial Arts Styles
While other systems grow rapidly through structured networks, Filipino Martial Arts risk staying small without unified, professional leadership.
That’s Exactly Why the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance Created the Certified FMA Affiliate Network
The FMA Affiliate Network is designed to bridge the gap - giving Filipino Martial Arts instructors the technical training, professional support, and official recognition they need to:
Grow their schools
Expand their influence
Represent Filipino Martial Arts with pride and professionalism
What is the Certified FMA Affiliate Network?
The FMA Affiliate Network is a professional alliance created by the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance (PMAA) to connect, support, and empower Filipino Martial Arts instructors worldwide.
It’s more than just a name.
It’s an official recognition that you are part of a respected global community of Arnis, Kali, and Eskrima leaders dedicated to growing and preserving the Filipino warrior legacy.
What is the FMA Affiliate Network?
Official Recognition
Be acknowledged as an authorized Affiliate Instructor or School representing authentic Filipino Martial Arts in your region.
Ongoing Technical Support
Stay sharp with continuous access to updated training materials, videos, drills, and leadership development resources.
Professional Growth Tools
Get marketing templates, curriculum structures, and best practices to help you run better classes, attract more students, and grow your school professionally.
Networking and Community
Join a powerful community of like-minded FMA instructors - share knowledge, exchange ideas, and grow stronger together.
Priority Access to Future Events
Be first in line for specialty workshops, instructor camps, advanced certifications, and exclusive PMAA events.
The FMA Affiliate Network is a professional alliance created by the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance (PMAA) to connect, support, and empower Filipino Martial Arts instructors worldwide.
It’s more than just a name - it’s official recognition that you are part of a respected global community of Arnis, Kali, and Eskrima leaders dedicated to growing and preserving the Filipino warrior legacy.
Our Mission:
To provide Filipino Martial Arts instructors like you with the recognition, technical support, professional development, and leadership opportunities needed to grow your school, elevate your skills, and build a lasting legacy in the world of martial arts.
1. Official Recognition in Your Region
Stand out with official affiliation status backed by the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance. Build instant credibility with students, parents, and your martial arts community.
As an official member of the Certified FMA Affiliate Network, your school will receive formal recognition from PMAA as an authorized affiliate - complete with an official certificate of affiliation, access to professional resources, and a clear pathway to long-term success in Filipino martial arts.
2. Access to Exclusive Technical and Business Resources
Grow faster and teach better with top-of-the-industry professional tools and resources, including:
Updated training materials and skill modules to complement your program
Business templates to market and promote your FMA program
Lesson plans, drills, and leadership development guides
As part of the FMA Affiliate Network, you’ll also gain priority access to the advanced tools and systems we use to grow successful martial arts schools, including school management software, online training platforms, operational frameworks, and business coaching that elevate professionalism and efficiency.
These powerful resources are available to affiliates looking to expand their impact and spend more time on what matters most: training, teaching, and spreading Filipino martial arts.
3. Boost Student Enrollment and Retention
Filipino martial arts are in high demand worldwide. Offering an official FMA program can help you attract more students, keep existing students longer, and differentiate your school.
4. Ongoing Technical and Professional Support
Stay connected with PMAA leadership for:
Curriculum upgrades
Instructor guidance
Program implementation coaching
Strategic growth planning
Technical checkups
Curriculum upgrades
Program coaching
Strategic advice for school growth and leadership development
5. Community, Networking, and Opportunities
No more growing alone.
You’ll be part of a strong network of Professional FMA instructors and school owners -
sharing insights, events, promotions, success, opportunities, and future leadership roles
As an FMA Affiliate, You’re Not Just Teaching. You’re building a Legacy!
Who Should Apply to the FMA Affiliate Network?
The Certified FMA Affiliate Network Program is built for motivated Filipino Martial Arts leaders ready to represent, grow, and lead the next generation of Arnis, Kali, and Eskrima practitioners.
You’re a perfect fit if:
A dedicated and experienced Filipino martial artist currently teaching Filipino Martial Arts - ready to level up your credibility, leadership, and contribution to the FMA community while preserving the art and representing growth by leading the next generation of practitioners.
A Filipino Martial Arts instructor (Arnis, Kali, Eskrima) seeking more professional support.
A martial arts school owner with a background in teaching Filipino Martial Arts who wants to add a powerful, more organized program that attracts and retains students.
If you’re ready to level up your journey, lead the next generation, and preserve the warrior legacy of Filipino Martial Arts
the Certified FMA Affiliate Network Program is your next step!
Why Join the FMA Affiliate Network Now?
Filipino martial arts is growing fast, and the instructors and schools that step forward now will lead the movement as it expands worldwide.
Here’s why now is the right time to apply:
1. Area Representation Is First-Come, First-Served (With Distance Guidelines)
We grant exclusive representation by geographic area based on structured distance rules between affiliates - ensuring each member has room to grow and stand out in their own community.
That means once an area is claimed, nearby locations may be limited to avoid overlap and protect affiliate success.
Early enrollment gives you priority in representing your city or region with official PMAA professional backing
2. Be Among the Founding Leaders
As an early member of the FMA Affiliate Network, you’ll be positioned as a founding representative, helping shape the future of Filipino martial arts leadership in your region.
3. Get Priority Access to Tools That Matter
Early affiliates get first access to training events, business tools, and leadership support — the very things most school owners struggle to find on their own.
From class structure to student retention strategies, you’ll gain resources that help you teach better, grow faster, and operate more efficiently.
4. Grow with the Momentum
This is your chance to grow while the demand for Filipino Martial Arts surges - not after it peaks.
The earlier you step in, the more visibility and influence you’ll build in your local martial arts community while also contributing to our Unifying Purpose of elevating the standard of Filipino martial arts worldwide.
Don’t Wait for the Opportunity. Take It and Lead.
The Certified FMA Affiliate Network is your path to greater recognition, growth, and impact in Filipino Martial Arts. Now is the time to step forward.
What Happens After You Apply?
We’ve made the process simple, professional, and focused on your success.
Here’s exactly what to expect when you take the first step:
Step 1:
Submit Your Affiliate Application
Please complete the short application form. Then, tell us about your FMA background, school (if applicable), and goals. We’re looking for instructors and leaders who are serious about growth and legacy.
Step 2:
Application Review and Acceptance
Our team will review your submission and contact you promptly.
Once approved, you’ll receive:
Your Official FMA Affiliate Welcome Kit
Branding assets, onboarding instructions, and access to the Affiliate Portal
Step 3:
Start Representing and Growing
With your Affiliate status active, you’ll be able to:
Represent Filipino Martial Arts in your region
Promote your new program using PMAA-backed materials
Plug into training, mentorship, and community support
Lead the next generation with confidence and purpose
It Starts with a Simple Step
Join the Movement. Lead the Legacy.
At the heart of the FMA Affiliate Network is one mission:
To preserve and grow Filipino Martial Arts worldwide regardless of the style or lineage each of us represents.
We are a non-political, purpose-driven organization committed to:
Elevating the Filipino Martial Arts community.
Serving students better through structured programs and support.
Growing a network of passionate, professional individuals.
Helping each other do what we love most - teach, lead, and live Filipino Martial Arts.
Our Guiding Belief Is Simple:
“Success Through Brotherhood, Driven by a Unified Purpose.”
Together, we rise - not just as practitioners but as a collective force shaping the future of Filipino Martial Arts.
This is our time. This is our movement. We’re stronger together. Let’s lead it.
Apply Now and Take Your Place Among the Next Generation of Filipino Martial Arts Leaders
Grounded in Decades of FMA Expertise and Professional Leadership
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