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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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! 2022 will be a little different. We'll be hybrid, with a select menu of virtual classes for those who are unable to attend in person. Stay tuned for more information. Next Conference:
Holiday Inn Austin Town Lake, Austin, Texas February 25-27, 2022 Registration opens in the fall. Financial aid will be available. “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 Info
Want to know about the 2021 Virtual Conference?
Click HERE to read the Winter 2021 Newsletter with Instructor Bios and conference info.
Click HERE to read or download a pdf of the 2021 Conference Booklet.
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 2022 are now being accepted! CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Curious about past sessions? Here is a list of past class titles.
