Rank Certification

AWMAI offers Rank Recognition, Rank Promotion, and Honorary Rank Promotion to its members certifying your years of training and expertise.

Rank Certification Review Procedures (pdf)

Rank Recognition

Rank Recognition is an official peer recognition of your current rank available to members who meet the requirements.

Rank Recognition Application (pdf)

Rank Promotion

Rank Promotion Certification is available to members who desire rank advancement to the ranks of 2nd - 4th degree Black Belt, but currently do not have a teacher to promote them. Applicants must meet the requirements and are reviewed by a committee of senior women martial artists from a variety of styles and expertise.

Rank Promotion Application (pdf)

Honorary Rank Promotion

Honorary Rank Certification Promotion is awarded in recognition of a woman's outstanding training spirit, her contribution to the martial arts community, and women's empowerment. Reviewed on a case-by-case basis, honorary status maybe awarded when a woman is no longer able to teach due to medical considerations, or may be awarded posthumously, in recognition of her lifetime achievements.

Honorary Rank Promotion Application (pdf)