The Bodhidharma International Institute of Philosophical Martial Arts was founded in 1987, with the aim of rescuing the martial tradition, as originally conceived by the civilizations of East and West. Currently, with its activities and centers, it is present in various cities around the world. Beyond the development of technical, tactical and strategic aspects, very important in martial arts, it is also sought to rescue the spirit of martial arts through a unifying philosophical consciousness, promoting a deep knowledge of martial cultural traditions, on the basis that physical movements are symbolic reflections of nature and the inner state of the practitioner. Through its practical class programs the mastery of fear, anxiety and violence is promoted, in addition to a training system with the aim of harmonizing all aspects of the practitioner. In the name of the institute, a tribute is paid to a fundamental milestone in the history of Martial Arts, such as Master Bodhidharma, known in China as Ta Mo and in Japan as Daruma.
