About Us

The Global Alliance of Martial Arts Institutes has been spearheaded by Rev. Dr Bill Akpinar and Rev. Dr Enzo Aliotta. Both, lifelong martial artist with a deep and profound love for helping individuals find peace, joy, Love and inner strength through the teachings of the martial arts. 

Rev. Dr. Enzo Aliotta being at the front line of martial arts education, came across a hurdle when the COVID 19 pandemic hit our world. Martial Arts schools were told they can no longer operate  due to the fact that their businesses were considered NOT essential. 

Rev. Dr. Bill and Rev. Dr. Enzo which are both spiritually attuned martial artist, stood strong on their faith and proceeded to educate the world on the deep history of the martial arts which has been derived from Taoism. The Tao which is known as the "WAY" is a highly spiritual religion that focus on meditation, healing, breathing and such, all which is taught in the Dojo to help individuals connect with their creator.  Not only does considering a Dojo not essential a blatant lie, it is unconstitutional and against the 1st amendment of the United States constitution.  In Japanese Do means the "Way" and Jo meaning "House", literally means the "house of the way." A dojo a place where we learn the right way to live. In buddhism this is referred to as the eight fold path.  

1. Right concentration

2. Right speech

3. Right livelihood

4. Right view

5. Right intention

6. Right mindfulness

7. Right effort

8. Right action

Martial Arts Dojo's are rooted in spiritual culture and serve and first responder centers for many individuals suffering from mental distress. 

The GAMAI connects martial arts institutes across the globe, providing a platform where Dojos come together to support the mission of helping people through martial arts education and development. 

The GAMAI believes that all Dojo's must be redefined and promotion the true values in which martial arts is based upon. 

1. Healing

2. Love

3. Faith

4. Hope

5. Service

6. Finding inner peace

By continuing to integrate these diverse traditions, including interfaith teachings and indigenous practices, we offer a comprehensive approach that allows individuals to connect with a higher power and navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience.

As an affiliate of the GAMAI, you will never be asked to change your faith. Moreover, you are only asked to promote "LOVE". Love is the framework of our mission. 

It has been said that "LOVE" is the highest frequency. If your Dojo is promoting teaching that promote the greatest degree of Love, we welcome to join our initiative.