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Empowering Martial Arts Schools Since 1967
Our Story
EFC combines global strength with local expertise, giving martial arts school owners the best of both worlds. With over 55 years of experience, we have a strong presence in the UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the USA, and Australia. Our local branches provide hands-on support tailored to the needs of schools in each region, ensuring you get expert guidance backed by a world-class organisation.
Our Mission
For 55 years, we’ve had one clear goal: to raise the standards of martial arts.
We help martial arts school owners grow their businesses so they can inspire more people and build stronger communities. Martial arts is a life-changing experience everyone deserves, and we’re here to make that possible. When you grow, your impact grows.
Why Choose Us
Since 1967, EFC has been more than just a service—we’re your partner in growth. Your success drives everything we do.
We provide a complete billing and business support system with proven tools, expert guidance, and industry-leading technology to make running your school easier. With EFC, you are not alone.
You’re part of a global network of martial arts schools working together to share insights, support each other, and grow the industry.
Your success fuels our mission, and we’re here to help you inspire more students, build a thriving community, and take your school to the next level.
With EFC on your team, you can automate and systemise your business management, freeing you to focus on what matters most—growth and impact.
Meet the EFC Executive Team
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, EFC has a robust, fully integrated billing CRM package called Aquila which is free to our members.
Yes, it is designed for best practices in Martial Arts and is being constantly upgraded with new features, all at no charge for members.
Yes! We have a free app included that members and business owners can both use!
No, EFC charges the member for failed payments. We use the late fee charge as a tool to help us collect your money by encouraging your members to pay on-time.
Yes, EFC has an AI driven lead generation website product called ABBI which includes Facebook and Google Marketing Experts to manage advertising campaigns and drive leads to your business.
EFC holds a unique position in the market. We are not a software company or billing company - we provide integrated Recruitment and Retention solutions for selected clients, with local and global support. No other business provides this full suite. Our fee structure rewards our clients for growth.
Yes, EFC delivers multiple training and networking events across the globe - both live and online.
No, the payment system is fully digital so there is no need to charge for setting up payments - the member does it in just a few easy steps.
No, why would we?
Any day of the week - however, banks will only process payments Monday to Friday.
Daily, Weekly or Fortnightly - whatever suits you best.