The Educational Martial Arts System

The Educational Martial Arts System, Inc.
Established in 1990. A Non-Profit Corporation for the Further Enhancement of the Arts
The Educational Martial Arts System, Inc. (TEMAS) was formed with a vision of educating and sharing the benefits of the martial arts with those who train in the martial arts and with the community at large. The physical, mental and awareness skills gained from martial arts are proven to develop self-confidence, self-discipline and self-determination within an individual. These attributes strengthen character and promote leadership development. Learning to set personal goals, overcome challenges and carrying the lessons learned on the martial arts journey are steps toward success in life.
THE)EDUCATIONAL - Bringing all to a higher understanding of one’s self and the community around us.
MARTIAL ARTS - A study of the mind and body as one. To have the knowledge necessary to avoid conflict. Betterment of the whole person.
SYSTEM - A way, structured to assist in achieving our goals.
Three Equal Forces
Representing the whole person concept of mind, body and spirit and the principles of justice, sincerity and responsibility. Yellow represents the sun, life and energy and a new beginning. In addition, yellow, red and blue represent the primary colours, which are the basis of all other colours in the world."
Tiger
Strength and flexibility.
The outstretched arm reaching to achieve new goals, down from the mountain, showing strength. Orange symbolises warmth & internal power. Brown symbolises the earth and nature.
International Globe
Viewing the entire world of knowledge.
Outer Orange Ring
A full circle of unity and brotherhood
Laurel Leaves
Balance of nature.
The twelve leaves symbolise the full year cycle of growth.
The Laurel leaves represent achieving our goals through personal victory.
These are the twelve branches to mastery.