SOMA invites individual members to its ranks. You do not have to have a club or a huge number of students to join SOMA. If you are a black belt in any martial art you will be considered.
There are many reasons why dedicated martial artists may want to join as an individual member such as – club folded, long-term injuries, member of several clubs, senior instructor no longer teaching, etc.
Our society caters to everyone who is interested in martial arts. You can still be a member and have your say!
>> Kelly Anderson 4th Dan Renshi:
PHOTO 1: Kelly Anderson at a training seminar with the legendary Benny “the Jet” Urquidez. Our members regularly attend sessions put on by visiting martial arts instructors.
>> Tony Caruso 7th Dan Shihan:
PHOTO 2: Tony Caruso flanked by his sons, Pat (left) and Rick (right). Tony was a formidable nightclub bouncer ‘back in the day’ and his sons are both skilled karateka, kick-boxers and grapplers.
>> Pat Hunt 1st Dan, Sensei:
PHOTO 3: Pat Hunt (right), now in his seventies, was one of the first judoka to earn a black belt, back in 1969. Pat’s love of martial arts is still there! Seen here with Benjamin Bay (left) and Glen Middleton (centre).
