Events That Make a Difference On & Off the Mat

Not just fights. Not just certificates. Not just another banquet.

Three types of events — one mission: Making A Difference through martial arts.

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Purpose driven events

The martial arts world is full of noise: endless tournaments, random “certifications,” and events that feel more like ego trips than impact.
MAD – Making A Difference exists to change that.
Our events are built around honor, ethics, and service so that:

Our events are built around honor, ethics, and service so that:

  • The right people get recognized
  • The right leaders get equipped
  • The right standards get enforced in the ring and beyond

Everything we do falls into three kinds of events:

  • Tournaments – Competition with integrity
  • Certifications – Standards you can trust
  • MAD Events – Conferences & Awards that celebrate honorable leaders

Why It Matters

If we don’t create events like this, the loudest voices and the flashiest kicks get all the attention. And the people who quietly do the right thing for years? They get forgotten.

MAD events exist so that:


  1. Honor, integrity, and service stay at the center of martial arts
  2. Leaders are equipped, not burned out
  3. The next generation sees role models worth following

3 Ways We Make a Difference

Step 1 – Choose Your Event Type
Are you here to compete, to get certified, or to be part of the MAD movement at a conference or awards event?

Step 2 – Pick Your Role

  1. School owner
  2. Instructor
  3. Inductee / honoree
  4. Guest or supporter

Step 3 – Register & Show Up Ready to Make a Difference
Bring your students, your story, and your support. Leave with connections, clarity, and renewed purpose.

upcoming events

Official Referee Certifications

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  • December 8, 2025
    January 9, 2026
    February 16, 2026

2026 Conferences

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  • January 30 - February 1
    ALL ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE GROWTH CONFERENCE & KICKOFF!
    Tanglewood Resort | Pottsboro, TX
    SHE MORPHS - The WOMEN of All About Making a Difference Retreat"
    More information coming soon! 
    December 4-5, 2026 - Annual Conference & 2026 AWARDS CEREMONY
    Pottsboro, TX

Still have questions?

If you don’t see your question here, feel free to contact us for more details!