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The International MartialArts Association invites you and your family members of all ages to join us and develop the highest level of technical proficiency in Shotokan karate, a traditional Japanese martial art. IMA also welcomes dojos, clubs, and other organizations to learn about our methods for teaching karate-ka of all ages and abilities, for training effective teachers, and for operating successful dojos. Our structure and large number of advanced instructors allow us to support all levels of Dan grading. IMA also provides full access to our resources, including success manuals for students and for dojo principals, to dojos and clubs that establish more formal relationships with us. These affiliate organizations are an important part of the family, representing IMA in Shotokan communities nationally and internationally. Thank you for your interest in IMA. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to hearing from you.

“The right decision will affect rest of your life”

Cyrus Madani

IMA Chief Instructor

44 years of karate experience

artialarts Association

Congratulation to all I.M.A new Black Belts

who passed their test on Feb. 6, 2010.

Congratulations to three members of I.M.A. (Taylor Kiyota, Miya Holley and Jax Martinelli)representing USA in the Jr. World Championships for their outstanding perfomrance.

Special Congratulations to Miya Holley to be the 1st I.M.A. World medalist (Bronze medal) and one of only three US team members who placed in recent WKF championships.

Miya in WKF

More pictures coming soon!

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I.M.A. Kyu Testing

Feb. 20, 2010 starts at: 9:00am

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Shihan Cyrus Madani

Bio

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Mr. Madani is the founder and Chief Instructor of international Martialarts Association (IMA). He began his Shotokan karate training in 1966 in Iran and continued his training in Japan, England and the USA with the Japan Karate Association (JKA). With many years of experience and professional instruction in karate training and dojo management, Mr. Madani came to the United States, Colorado in 1979. He organized and taught Shotokan karate classes and self-defense at several colleges and universities while pursuing his own academic education. Through his dedication, determination and devotion to Shotokan karate, Mr. Madani achieved 7th degree black belt.
Mr. Madani’s primarily instructs his students in traditional/sport Shotokan karate, Kobudo (weapons), and Iai-do (sword). The philosophy and the history of the martial arts are core components of his teaching. His new method of teaching traditional and sport karate uses his concept of how to generate inner power and strength in karate technique. He explains the differences between traditional and sport karate and how to develop speed and agility at any age.
Mr. Madani was Vice President of USA National Karate Federation (USA-NKF), and member of the USA-NKF Technical Committee for a few years. He is President of the Mountain States Regional Sport Organization (MSRSO). The USA-NKF is recognized by the recognized United States Olympic Committee (USOC) as the only National Governing Body for the sport of karate in the United States. Mr. Madani is also the President of the World Sport Karate Association, an organization dedicated to the advancement of karate as an Olympic sport.
Mr. Madani travels nationally and abroad to giving Shotokan karate seminars and officiating as a World Certified Referee in kata and Kumite. In addition, Mr. Madani has extensive experience developing successful karate programs, managing multiple professional karate facilities, and organizations.
Please see the seminar page for more information.
Mr. Madani holds a BA in Business Administration, a BS in Electrical Engineering, and a Master of Science in Telecommunications from the University of Colorado. He also completed two years of Ph.D. studies in Engineering. Professionally, Mr. Madani spent 17 years in research, development and management before leaving the corporate world in 1996 to devote his life to being a full time karate instructor.

Mission Statement:

To provide a friendly, safe and positive environment in which students can learn the philosophy and the skills of Martial arts.
To have a strong, supportive martial arts family which builds positive role models within the surrounding community, demonstrating exceptional character and the philosophy of non-violence.
To enable each student to achieve a life long commitment to martial arts and to become a successful individual in every day life through the practice of the Dojo Kun.

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