Therapeutic Martial Arts International (TMAI)
It is the Mission of Therapeutic Martial Arts International to Educate, Inspire and Empower martial arts instructors and school operators to deliver highest quality therapy based martial arts programs to all members of our global society.
What: An International Martial Arts Trade Organization that that has the Vision seeing One Million People with a Disability become empowered via Martial Arts education. We are the global pioneer and leader of educational platforms for instructors and school operators to operate knowledgeable and profitable therapeutic (special needs) programs.
Why: To empower our global society. We fully believe and advocate that Martial Arts is for All people; it is especially impactful for individuals living with special needs (disabilities). As the Martial Arts community embraces ALL students, we will create ever-lasting positive change in the lives of countless people… Martial Arts will be a catalyst for global change.
There is currently a lack of support, guidance and awareness of Therapeutic Martial Arts and it our mandate to offer all the tools necessary to empower martial arts instructors, coaches, masters and dojo owners to grow.
TMAI Embraces that Martial Arts is for All and we will teach you just how to do that with great success!
When: We are ‘live’ 24/7! By joining TMAI you will have access to an abundance of content at your convenience. We also offer various Certifications to bring credibility and legitimacy to our certified instructors. We are fully committed to seeing you become a highly skilled therapeutic martial arts instructor.
Who:
“I have been blessed to find my purpose in life. To awaken our world and embrace individuals with special abilities to be an integral part of our community. My lifelong passion of martial arts and the responsibility to empower all members of our society, has embarked me on this path that led to the creation of Therapeutic Martial Arts International.”
Michael Sirota – Founder
Therapeutic Martial Arts International is the vision of Master Michael Sirota who has been a pioneer in developing, implementing and promoting martial arts programs for individuals with various special needs and disabilities. Master Sirota’s mission is to see millions of people with all types of disabilities benefit from martial arts training. Since 1999, Master Sirota’s schools in Vancouver, Canada have welcomed over two thousand special needs students of all abilities. Sirota’s Alchymy is the only Martial Arts School that is recognized by the Ministry of Children and Family as a Service Provider for the Autism Funding. The School that are for-profit also receive various financial support from various foundations and non-profits. Most recently, Sirota’s Alchymy – Martial Arts & Life Skills Centers won the Business of the Year by the Autism BC.
In addition, Michael Sirota has been instrumental in globally bringing awareness and leadership to the development and globalization of Para-Taekwondo. The Global Para-Taekwondo University which was created by Michael Sirota has certified instructors in over thirty countries.
“Michael has, for many years, devoted his time and experience to developing opportunities for athletes with an intellectual disability to participate and enjoy the sport of Taekwondo both in North America/Canada but also globally.
As one of two new sports currently invited to bid for inclusion on the Paralympic Games programme in 2020, the sport is making great progress in becoming inclusive of people with disabilities, and Michael has been a key champion of this cause.”
Mr. Nick Parr,
Executive Director
INAS – International Organization for Athletes with an Intellectual Disability
“Michael Sirota has long term great dedication to the development and advancement of Para-Taekwondo as a Paralympic sport at local, regional and international levels.”
Dr. Jagdish Maharaj DSM, DCH, MPH, MMed, FAFRM (RACP) Hon, PhD
Rehabilitation Doctor
International Classifier – International Paralympic Committee
“There are few people with a passion for their industry like Michael. I have always been impressed with his loyalty and commitment to making lives better for persons with disability. He is truly an inspiration.”
Professor David Legg
Past President – Canadian Paralympic Committee
Committee Member – International Paralympic Committee
With the leadership of Michael Sirota, TMAI’s goal is to bring legitimacy, credibility, quality and value to the thousands of martial arts coaches, instructors, masters and school owners in the way they deliver programs for individuals with special needs. With the passion, knowledge and experience of the TMAI Team, we will change the lives of millions; while the same time sharing with you how to operate ethical and financially successful TMA programs.
We thank you for your interest in expanding your martial arts programs, schools and even associations by embracing all people regardless of their abilities.
TMAI Team
