Professional membership

MARTIAL-ARTS
STANDARDS

Total Self Defence’s MASA membership supports clear expectations for professional, well-administered and safer training. MASA encourages recognised standards that help students, parents, insurers and training venues identify professional and caring martial-arts environments.

Independent purpose

STANDARDS THAT MATTER

The live MASA information describes a non-profit organisation whose directors give their time voluntarily because they believe high martial-arts standards are vital.

  • Nationally recognised expectations
  • Support for clubs and associations
  • Experienced voluntary leadership

The MASA Five

FIVE CORE PROMISES

The MASA Five sets out practical assurances that every club instructor should be able to demonstrate.

  • Black belt or equivalent
  • Coaching qualification and first aid
  • £5 million professional indemnity insurance
  • Enhanced safeguarding disclosure
  • Clear pricing with no hidden charges

Member assurance

A PROFESSIONAL CLUB ENVIRONMENT

Membership signals support for standards covering the way a martial-arts club is run and administered. It helps prospective students and parents choose with greater confidence.

  • Safe and caring training
  • Professional administration
  • Visible commitment to standards

Nothing to lose. Everything to gain.

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