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2008 Martial Arts University Dates Announced - November 7 - 9, 2008

Martial Arts University 2008

MAU 2007 - A weekend to remember

Photos and Articles to be posted soon.......

The International Federation of Jujutsuans is proud to announce Martial Arts University 2008 will be held from November 7 - 9, 2008 at the Holiday Inn in Suffern, NY (subject to change). As you all know last years event was a huge success and we plan to continue to build on that success this year. Instructors scheduled to attend at this year's University include Michael DePasquale, Jr., Joe Lewis, Walt Lysak, Jr., Richard Ryan, Fred Bernier, Joe Miller, Jesus Bonilla, Michael Burton and many more. A list of Instructors and registration information will be posted shortly.

Located just 35 miles out of Manhattan the Suffren, NY Holiday Inn is the perfect location for this years event. The venue offers plenty of space for multiple seminars, an indoor pool and whirlpool and many other amenities. The location is also convenient for those participants who will be flying in to Newark, Laguardia or JFK. Check out their website for more information. For those needing accommodations contact the hotel directly at 1-845-357-4800 and mention Martial Arts University. Special MAU Room Rate is $TBD for 2008.

2008 Legion of Honor

The tradition continues with the 4th annual Legion of Honor Ceremony. For the third year Banquet and award ceremony will be held in the Grand Pavillion ballroom. Details coming soon.............

2008 Legion of Honor Nominations now being accepted!

Nominations for the 2007 Legion of Honor are now being accepted. To view the qualifications and/or nominate an individual click here and you will be directed to our nomination page. Visit our Inductees page to see the recipients of last year’s honors.

Legion of Honor Budo Spirit Award continues

As a special recognition to those Martial Arts Pioneers that have passed on the IFOJJ has created the Budo Spirit Award. 2006 highlights included video rare footage of Michael DePasquale, Sr. and Mark Walker, Shihan shared some priceless footage of Dr. Moses Powell.  If you would like to suggest a Martial Arts Pioneer for this award please visit our Nomination page.

IFOJJ Legion of Honor 2005

In 2005, the IFOJJ announced it’s first inductees into their Legion of Honor. All honorees were nominated by their peers and reviewed by the IFOJJ board of directors. Three levels of awards were presented; Shogun (Grandmaster award), Samurai (Master Award), and Bushido (Instructor Award). Pictured to the right are the recipients of the Shogun Award. From right to left, Jesus Bonilla, Joe Miller, Larry Garron, Michael DePasquale, Jr., Jimmy Young, Joe Bonacci, Joe Hess, Gary Alexander, and Walt Lysak, Sr. Nominations for MAU 2007 currently being accepted.