Welcome to Christian Martial Artists Fellowship        Martial arts are not an Asian phenomenon alone. Every culture from the Inuit to the Babylonians, from the Scots to the Zulu, from the Europeans to the Old Testament Jews have had some form of martial arts. It is perhaps true that the Chinese were the first to systematically record and develop techniques that included internal energy (chi) which revolutionized the arts. But martial arts can not be identified with any one culture or religious idea.    As long as mankind has been under threat from animal or human attack, the necessity to defend oneself, family and community has existed. All modern governments maintain military and police who work with powerful weapons and receive some hand to hand training. I am fairly sure that Samson didn’t go looking for a lion to kill, but acted out of self defense; or when David slew the lion and bear, that he was defending his flock.       The Bible is full of warfare. Armies commanded by leaders who were following God’s instructions. The world is a violent place and until Christ returns to subdue it, we will have to deal with the violence. There is no virtue in dying, or worse still watching someone you love die at the hands of a mentally deranged sociopath.    The martial arts do not belong to anyone. Studying the art is like studying truth. There is no lie about a punch or a kick. When they hit, they are what they are.      Training in the martial arts is about self discipline, self defense and health of mind and body. Yes, there are those who misuse the art and practice for selfish gain. Some schools do promote violence.  Those who promote sports which lead to bloody gladiatorial style contest are in it primarily for fame and money.   A Christian teacher will emphasize honour and compassion and desire to bring peace and tranquility to their environment, cultivating a safe and healthy community.    We have always thought of ourselves as the shepherds who goes after the lost sheep. The Lord's lost are everywhere and are not always drawn to the traditional Christian venues.