Address: 208 Majestic Drive, Suite 101Columbia, SC 29223

Phone: 1-866-586-4831Email: thenationalmartialartsleague@gmail.com

EIN: 27-1179312

2013 NATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS LEAGUE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The popularity of martial arts may be nowhere near that of football here in the United States. That does not mean this is entirely due to lack of interest. In fact, Simmons Market Research recently reported that over 18.1 Million Americans

participated in some form of martial arts during the past year. This only goes to show that the languishing martial arts scene in the country is not due to lack of potential participants, but because of the lack of organization and no previous attempts to seriously professionalize the sport.

The National Martial Arts League Franchise, LLC is has taken the first step in professionalizing the amateur martial arts tournament level competition into a major league sport with the first ever 2013 National Martial Arts League.

THE ANCIENT ART OF KARATEMany students of Asian martial arts believe that Karate originated from an Indian Buddhist monk named Bodhidharma (Daruma in Japan). According to legend, Bodhidharma arrived in Shaolin-Si from India to teach Zen Buddhism. Through this, he introduced a systematized set of exercises that would strengthen both mind and body. These exercises were allegedly the early beginnings of the Shaolin style of temple boxing. Many historians and martial arts scholars, however, question the scope of Bodhidharma’s contributions to Martial Arts.

The true origin of Karate is as mysterious as the ancient art itself. Very little is known about Karate’s early development until the art appeared in Okinawa where it started out as an indigenous form of closed fist fighting called Te, or ‘hand’. Okinawans, at various points in their history, were banned from using weapons and this encouraged the development and refinement of empty-hand techniques that were taught in secret for many years.

Te developed in the Okinawan cities of Shuri, Naha and Tomari and resulted in three different forms of self-defense called Shuri-te, Naha-te and Tomari-te. These three forms eventually split up into two groups: Shorin-ryu for the practice that developed in the Shuri and Tomari regions, and Shorei-ryu for the art that came from Naha.

The first public demonstration of Karate was held in 1917 at the Butoku-den in Kyoto by Gichin Funakoshi. This demonstration, as well as several subsequent ones, impressed many Japanese citizens, particularly Crown-Prince Hirohito. In 1922, Dr Jano Kano, a formidable martial arts master and founder of the Japanese art of Judo, invited Funakoshi to demonstrate and teach Karate at the Kodokan Dojo. This endorsement paved the way for the “peasant art” of Okinawa to be accepted by the mainstream Japanese.Today, four styles of Karate-do exist in Japan: Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, Shotokan, and Wado-ryu.

KUMITEKumite was conceptualised by Ohtsuka Sensie, Chief Instructor of Shindo Yoshin Ryu Jujitsu and assistant instructor at Funakoshi Sensei’d dojo. He thought that the full spirit of budō was missing and kata techniques did not work in realistic fighting situation. This prompted Ohtsuka to experiment with other, more combative styles of martial arts such as judo, kendo and aikido. By blending the elements of Okinawan Karate with the techniques from jujitsu and kendo, he developed Kumite, or free fighting.

Kumite, which means “meeting of hands”, is viewed as a sport and as self-defense training. It is basically sparring in Karate and the levels of physical contact during Kumite vary considerably. In structured Kumite, the two participants perform a series of choreographed techniques where one strikes while the other blocks.

The ultimate test of physical and mental perseverance in Martial Arts is the hundred fighter kumite (or 100 Man Kumite). This exercise consists of 1.5 to 2 minute rounds of Kumite or sparring with 100 different opponents. It was established as a requirement for earning 4th or 5th dan Black Belt however, since not everyone had the spirit to complete the full set of exercises, it became a voluntary activity for willing participants.

Initially, the hundred fights could be completed over two days however, after 1967, Mas Oyama deemed it better that all fights should be completed on the same day. In addition to the 100 opponents, it is also required that competitors win at least 50% of the fights and, if knocked down, should not take longer than 5 seconds to get up. The National Martial Arts League, will bring back the true spirit of Kumite into a virtually untapped advertising market. M.M.A are currently one of the fastest growing sports in the world and we envisage this sport growing to rival them globally.

FACTS AND FIGURESEstablished with the goal of introducing light to medium point Kumite to the major leagues, the National Martial Arts League is poised to expand globally as it pushes for the professionalization of the sport.

• The National Martial Arts League is the most inclusive of martial artists, compared to other martial arts platforms, welcoming all interested competitors, both male and female, aged 18 to 50 years old.

• The national competition is based on the ancient practice of the kumite, or sparring, which has allowed martial artists since the ancient times to hone their skills through one-on-one combat.

• Each team participating in the competition must have 15 members with 2 of the members having management positions and the rest engaging as competitors.

• Thirty-two (32) teams comprise the National Martial Arts League, and is open to all martial artists willing to compete in a light-to-medium contact point sparring league, the first professional sports league of its kind.

Martial Arts Statistics from Simmons Market Research:

• Approximately 18.1 million Americans participated in karate or some other form of martial art at least once in the past year. That includes 9.4 million adults, 5.5 million teenagers and 3.2 million kids.

• 5% of adults say they participated in martial arts last year at least once, and a quarter of those (28%) say they do martial arts “every chance they get.” This number is split 52% men to 48% and women.

• 63% of adults participating in martial arts are aged 18-34. 25% fall under the 35-49 age bracket, with only 11% being 50 years and older.

• 25% of all teenage boys and 22% of teen girls say they have participated in martial arts in the past year.

• Adults who participate in martial arts are more likely than nonparticipants to say that they enjoy taking risks.

• There are approximately 30,000 martial arts schools in the United States.

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32 TEAMS

4 DIVISIONS

$160,000 IN TOTAL PRIZES

18.1 MILLION AMERICANS

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SPONSORSHIP BENEFITSThe National Martial Arts League is presenting the opportunity to partner during the league season (Jan – Dec 2013). As a Sponsor or Vendor of the National Martial Arts League 2013, your company will receive valuable recognition across a highly sought after demographic. With a comprehensive benefits package, your company will significantly benefit from an association with the NMAL.

The following outlines the benefits you will get as a sponsor of the 2013 National Martial Arts League Season:

TITLE SPONSOR ($100,000) » Your company will be the official sponsor of the National Martial Arts League with Naming Rights - 3 Year Agreement » Verbal acknowledgement and thank you at league events » Company name and logo on Official Event Bags, and all event T-shirts of participants, judges, scorekeepers and

staff. » Exhibit Space booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table » Acknowledgement and link on NMAL webpage (www.thenationalmartialartsleague.com), Company name/Logo to

be included in league event material used for television, newspaper, magazines, internet, radio, posters and other mediums used during the advertising of the league events, from date of sponsorship.

» Signage as venue configuration allows » Five minutes to directly address the attendees, and present awards at Annual Awards Banquet » Meet, Greet with photo and marketing opportunities with Winning Teams. Signed Glossy of Winning Team(s). » Name and Logo on awards as Title sponsor » Name and Logo Recognition on awards presentation table, and printed program at Annual Awards Banquet » Twenty-five (25) Exhibitor Seasons Passes for league events » 250 word Company Description for Program Booklets » Press Release Opportunity » Access to Most Valuable Competitor (MVC) for potential marketing opportunities » One-time use of listing of all participants of the NMAL. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets » Opportunity to present at annual Awards Banquet » Hotel Accommodations and Table for four(4) at the Annual Awards Banquet

TEAM SPONSOR ($25,000)

32 Teams, one sponsor for each » Verbal acknowledgement and thank at each team event. » Acknowledgement and link on NMAL webpage (www.thenationalmartialartsleague.com), Company name/Logo to

be included in NMAL events, and materials used for television, newspaper, magazines, internet, radio, posters and other mediums used during the advertising of the sports event, from date of sponsorship.

» Signage as venue configuration allows. » Two minutes to directly address attendees and present as team sponsor at team events. » Meet, Greet with photo and marketing opportunities with winning Team participants at qualifying tournament. Signed

Glossy of Winning (Competitors) that make up new team. » Name and Logo Recognition on awards presentation table, printed program at Annual Awards Banquet. » Logo on Official Team Bag. » Ten (10) Exhibitor Seasons Passes for league events. » 100 word Company Description for Program Booklet. » Press Release Opportunity. » Access to Most Valuable Team Competitor (MVC) for potential marketing opportunities » Team uniform color selection and naming rights to be presented by sponsor at awards ceremony » (per NMAL requirements), Logo on sponsored team uniform for league season, Logo on team bus as team sponsor

for league season. » One-time use of listing of all participants of the NMAL Team Sponsored. » COUPONS and or advertisements for league event attendee packets. » Attendance for two (2) at the Annual Awards Banquet

DIAMOND SPONSOR ($50,000) » Verbal acknowledgement and thank you at each NMAL event. » Opportunity to Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table at all NMAL

league events. » Business card drawing for prize. » Two minutes to directly address the attendees during league season event midpoints. » Eight (8) Exhibitor Passes to league events. » 75 word Company Description for Program Booklets. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets.

PLATINUM SPONSOR ($25,000) » Verbal acknowledgement and thank you at each NMAL event. » Opportunity to Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table at all NMAL

league events. » Business card drawing for prize. » Two minutes to directly address the attendees during league season event midpoints. » Five (5) Exhibitor Passes to league events. » 50 word Company Description for Program Booklets. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets.

GOLD SPONSOR ($10,000) » Verbal acknowledgement and thank you at each NMAL event. » Opportunity to Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table at all NMAL

league events. » Business card drawing for prize. » Two minutes to directly address the attendees during league season event midpoints. » Three (3) Exhibitor Passes to league events. » 25 word Company Description for Program Booklets. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets.

ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET SPONSOR ($5,000)

4 at $15,000 Each » Two minute verbal acknowledgement and thank you at the event » Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table » Business card drawing for prize. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets. » Distribution of product at event. » Sampling opportunities. » Category Exclusivity.

ANNUAL REFRESHMENT BREAK SPONSOR ($5,000)

4 at $5,000 Each » One minute verbal acknowledgement and thank you at the event. » Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table » Business card drawing for prize. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets. » Distribution of product at event. » Sampling opportunities. » Category Exclusivity.

ANNUAL EVENT PRODUCT SPONSOR(S) and CONTRA-IN-KIND ($5,000)

Unlimited » One minute verbal acknowledgement and thank you at event sponsored. » Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table » Business card drawing for prize. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets. » Distribution of product at league events. » Sampling opportunities. » Category Exclusivity.

VENDOR BOOTHS PER EVENT - CHOICE ($300) » Exhibit Space/Sponsor (Vendor) booth with approved signage —consists of a 6 ft. Table » Business card drawing for prize. » COUPONS and or advertisements for attendee packets. » Distribution of product at event. » Sampling opportunities.

ADVERTISEMENT IN EVENT BROCHURE

Your company will receive promotional support and presence throughout the NMAL 2013 League Season. Specifically, your company will be entitled to the following:

Make an impact on the attendees the moment they enter an NMAL Event and even after they are back home by placing an ad in the widely used and highly visible NMAL League Events Program Booklet to be distributed at 16 events per week during the event season. This book will be distributed to all attendees, competitors, judges, staff, exhibitors, etc. Ad space is available in full, half, quarter and business card sizes.

» Back Cover (color) [Exclusive]: $500 » Full Page Ad - $350 » Half Page Ad - $250 » Quarter Page Ad - $150 » Business Card Ad - $100

As a sponsor or vendor of the NMAL Team Eliminations, your company will receive valuable recognition across a highly sought after demographic. With a comprehensive benefits package, your company will significantly benefit from an association with the historic event. The following outlines the term associated with the opportunity:

MARRIOTT HOTEL - AWARDS BANQUET VENUE(CONTRA - HOST SPONSOR)The Awards Banquet is being sponsored and hosted by the Columbia Marriott. King/Double size rooms are limited and obtainable by calling 1-800-593-6465 for reservations. We’ve negotiated an extremely good room rate at $109 per night. You might want to book a tentative reservation ASAP as the hotel will sell out quickly. Then adjust your dates as needed after you book your flight arrangements. The Columbia Marriott is located in the center of downtown Columbia less than five minutes from the historic Congaree Vista, a 1,200- acre (5 km2) district running from the central business district toward the Congaree River.

AMERICAN AIRLINES - THE OFFICIAL AIRLINE(CONTRA - TRAVEL SPONSOR)American Airlines have agreed to offer 5% discount on all flights for competitors, participants and family to attend the National Martial Arts League Events for the 2013 season. We’re grateful to American Airlines for this, and everyone that made the collaboration possible. NMAL will continue to make its events in 2013 exciting events with discounts and incentives to share with friends and family. Support is a huge reason these events are successful and we encourage you to tell all your friends about the Teams, the possibilities and the excitement happening in 2013.

CURRENT SPONSORS

2013 NATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS LEAGUE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITYTERM3 years

FEEAs listed per sponsorship level per year with a 3% escalator beginning in year two.

For more information Please contact:

Dexter KennedyPresidentThe National Martial Arts League208 Majestic DriveColumbia, SC 29223Toll Free: (866) 586-4831Cell: (803) 665-8453Email: dkennedy@thenationalmartialartsleague.com

208 Majestic Drive, Suite 101 Columbia, SC 29223Phone: 1-866-586-4831

Email: thenationalmartialartsleague@gmail.comWeb: http://www.thenationalmartialartsleague.com

Jennifer HallDirector, Event Planning OperationsThe National Martial Arts League390 Heartwood DriveLexington, SC 29073Toll Free: (866) 586-4831Cell: (803) 767-5203Email: jhall@thenationalmartialartsleague.com