What are the different IMAF individual membership classes?
Membership is divided into three categories: Regular, Associate and Affiliate. Regular Membership: This membership is open to all those holding 4th dan or higher degrees as recognized by IMAF. Associate Membership: This membership is open to all those who holding 3rd dan or lower degrees as recognized by IMAF. Affiliate Membership: This membership is open to all those who have an interest in Japanese martial arts and wish to join IMAF. Registration of degrees & testing, prior experience or demonstrated capability in Japanese martial arts is not required.
