Recognition for Spouses and Partners

The Recognition Award for Spouses and Partners acknowledge those who have stood beside martial artists throughout their journey – offering personal support, encouragement, and sacrifices that often go unnoticed. Whether helping behind the scenes at events, sustaining the household through long training hours, or contributing in unspoken ways, these individuals form the emotional and practical backbone of many martial arts lives.

Event Director Paul Mitchell proudly presenting his wife Kay Mitchell with a Certificate of Recognition during Gala 2023 in Sydney
Outgoing President Edward Scharrer presents a Certificate of Recognition to Janet Barling from
2002 Inductee Graham Darby during Gala 2023 in Sydney
Nominated in 2021 but delivered 2023 in Sydney, Susan Murton receives recognition for her continuous and ongoing support of Bill Johnson, AMAHOF and WKUHOF member inducted in 2016.

If you are a nominee or inductee and your spouse or partner has been steadfastly supporting your Martial Arts endeavors for 10 years or more, if you are attending the next Gala event, if you are a financial member, and you would like to acknowledge your spouse or partner, we invite you to celebrate their invaluable contributions with us.

THIS AWARD IS PRESENTED IN PERSON AT AN AMAHOF PRESENTATION AWARDS GALA.
Applications will be accepted until 20th June 2026.

Download Paper Form:

2026 Recognition for Spouses and Partners Application

Or Submit Application Online

Partner Recognition Award
(Your AMAHOF membership MUST be current)
Name of the Partner or Spouse who has provided support to you
(Must be 15 years or more)
Sending