NAKMAS, a renowned national governing body for martial arts, has successfully completed a thorough audit conducted by the prestigious British Standards Institution (BSI) for its Quality Management Systems (QMS). This achievement highlights NAKMAS’ dedication to excellence and continuous improvement after 27 years of operation.
The audit result showcases NAKMAS’ alignment with the national and international standard ISO 9001, reaffirming the organisation’s commitment to delivering high-quality services to its members. Dr Sandra Beale-Ellis, the NAKMAS Director of Operations and Quality Manager, expressed her pride and gratitude for the certification, stating, “This is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication to upholding the highest standards in everything we do. We are thrilled to have our commitment to quality management recognised through this prestigious accreditation for the 27th year in a row.”
The ISO 9001 standard is globally recognised as a benchmark for quality management systems, highlighting a strong customer focus, top management’s motivation and involvement, and a process approach to continual improvement. By achieving alignment with this standard, NAKMAS has demonstrated its ability to consistently provide services that meet member and regulatory requirements while enhancing member satisfaction.
Beale-Ellis further added, “At NAKMAS, quality is at the core of our operations, and we are constantly striving to improve and innovate to better serve our members. This accreditation not only validates our efforts but also motivates us to continue our pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our operations.”
With this achievement, NAKMAS solidifies its position as the leading national governing body for martial arts, committed to providing exceptional services to its members. The successful navigation of the BSI audit further strengthens NAKMAS’ reputation as a trusted and reliable partner in the industry.
Moving forward, NAKMAS remains dedicated to fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organisation. The team at NAKMAS is committed to leveraging this accreditation to drive further advancements in its processes and service delivery, with a continued focus on exceeding member expectations.
For further information, please contact:
Libby Ellison Press/Media Officer, NAKMAS
Tel: 01227 370055
Email: libby.ellison@nakmas.org.uk
Reverend Joe Ellis Chief Executive, NAKMAS
Tel: 01227 370055 / 01227 376180
Email: joe.ellis@nakmas.org.uk
NAKMAS Press Office via https://nakmas.org.uk/pressoffice
Find out more about NAKMAS via https://nakmas.org.uk
About NAKMAS:
The National Association of Karate and Martial Art Schools (NAKMAS) is a non-funded national governing body and a member of Sport & Recreation Alliance and the International Sport for All. With its Head Office based in Kent, NAKMAS governs all forms of traditional and modern martial arts throughout the United Kingdom.
NAKMAS is accredited to the Equality Standard: A Framework for Sport. To find out more about Equality Standard: A Framework for Sport at https://www.uksport.gov.uk/news/2004/11/17/equality-standards-launched
NAKMAS is an approved insurance provider via Aviva and Allianz and holds a National and International Quality Standard Certificate FS 40219 – ISO 9001 via the BSI (British Standards Institution).