The Annual Conference:
Teaching the Teacher
Whether you're new to teaching or a seasoned pro, school owner or part-time assistant, the Teaching the Teacher conference is for you. Our conference presenters are women of high skill and deep experience. Like our membership itself, they represent a wide range of martial arts styles, and hold a common desire to share what they know for the betterment of all. The Association of Women Martial Arts Instructors invites you to take part in this very special opportunity, to:
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View our 2021 Conference Announcement Video
Location, Location, Location!The conference is held in the first quarter of each year, at varied locations in the U.S.... but normally in a hotel setting with classroom space, workout space, excellent and reasonably-priced accommodations, and warm weather! This year, as you know, will be a little different. We'll be virtual, looking forward to having you join us from your own livingroom, dojo, or even a local park! February 26-28, 2021 Join us online - worldwide. “It was so fun to get to attend this year. I learned so much and am implementing as we speak. It was great to make more connections and get to know folks more in this intimate environment. |
2021 AWMAI Conference Classes - coming soon
Key: LD = Lecture/Discussion; MC = Moving Classroom; WO = Workout; EMWO = Early Morning Workout
AWMAI actively seeks dynamic presenters for our annual conference. Share your knowledge, skills, experience and vision with a talented group of colleagues! Past topics have included:
- Skill building for instructors
- Creating an instructor training program
- The challenges and joys of teaching children
- Inventive warm-ups for all ages
- Sales and marketing tactics to use (or avoid)
- Taking your student body from 10 to 100 and beyond
- The ins and outs of opening a school
- Applying the principles of motor learning
- Creating dynamic demonstrations
- Social dynamics within the classroom
- Recognizing abilities and differences
Classes may take the form of lecture/discussion, or “moving classroom,” where participants practice while they learn.
Applications for the 2021 conference are now closed.
Curious about past sessions? Here is a list of past class titles.
