Holistically Simple PMA (A Private Membership Association)
Effective: January 1, 2023 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." — Margaret Mead
Welcome to Holistically Simple PMA. This Membership Agreement governs your participation in our Private Membership Association (PMA) — established martial arts, fitness and wellness operators united by proven, non-traditional programs, curriculum and software, and a commitment to running them under their own brand.
By joining the PMA, you agree to the terms, conditions, rights, and responsibilities outlined in this contract and the accompanying Articles of Association.
Holistically Simple PMA is a Private Membership Association designed to build strong, collaborative business communities grounded in strategic thinking, mutual support, operational excellence, and respect for the law. We promote sustainable business growth, financial wellness, and strategic innovation.
Access to all information, tools, and services available through the PMA, including:
Our establishment of this PMA is rooted in the recognition of your inherent business intelligence and autonomy. We acknowledge the appropriateness of diverse approaches to business growth and operations while strictly adhering to professional standards and legal compliance.
Every member joins the PMA as an independent business owner operating in their professional capacity, with full autonomy over their business decisions and equal standing with all other members.
Please read this agreement carefully and completely. Ensure you fully understand and agree with all terms and conditions before accepting membership.
If you do not agree with the terms of this PMA contract, you will not be authorized to access the platform, participate in the community, or engage with any PMA members or services.
By completing your membership registration and payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Membership Agreement, our Terms of Service, and our Privacy Policy.
The PMA was originally created on January 1, 2023, and is effective as of the date set forth below, retroactive to January 1, 2023.
The intent of the PMA is to lawfully provide all members with access to strategic frameworks, business infrastructure, community networks, and educational resources to support independent business growth and operational excellence.
The purpose of this PMA is to build strong, collaborative business communities grounded in:
The PMA operates in the private sector to:
The name of this Private Membership Association is:
Holistically Simple PMA
Proper venue for the PMA is in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States of America.
The PMA's principal place of operation is:
4701 Shore Dr, Ste. #103-440
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455
United States of America
All PMA members agree and consent to assert, stand upon, and enforce all applicable fundamental rights as independent business owners and free individuals, including:
All PMA members assert rights protected under the Constitution of the United States, including but not limited to First Amendment (freedom of association, speech, press), Fourth Amendment (privacy, unreasonable searches), Fifth Amendment (due process), Ninth Amendment (unenumerated rights), and Tenth Amendment (reserved powers).
All PMA members acknowledge their absolute freedom of choice in matters of business strategy, operational decisions, technology selection, and their own business welfare at all times while dealing privately with other PMA members.
All members consent to lawful governance according to the principles of law as protected by the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of Virginia, and laws made in pursuance thereof that do not impair, impede, obstruct, or defeat any constitutionally secured right of any member.
All PMA members acknowledge that they are operating within a private association and do not call upon, depend on, rely upon, or request from any governmental authority any permission or approval to discuss business strategy, operational frameworks, or technology implementations with other members.
Each PMA member consents to exercise due care and conduct due diligence regarding any business advice, strategic frameworks, or technology recommendations discussed with or suggested by any other member before implementing such recommendations in their own business.
All PMA members specifically release and hold harmless from any and all liability any governmental authorities for any act or omission made by the PMA or by one PMA member to another member, except when creating a clear and present danger of substantive harm.
Members agree to first utilize internal PMA arbitration procedures for any disputes arising within the association. A panel of five members (two selected by each party, one by the PMA) shall hear any grievance before seeking external remedies.
If internal arbitration is unsuccessful, all parties agree to seek binding arbitration from the American Arbitration Association or another recognized arbitration body before pursuing litigation.
The PMA is a private, voluntary association of independent business owners associating together pursuant to the intent, purpose, and principles set forth in this contract.
The PMA is NOT a public entity, corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or any form of statutory entity created by or under governmental authority.
The PMA publicly offers membership to qualified business owners. Only PMA members are granted access to the platform, resources, community, and all services available through the association.
Every PMA member is entitled to:
PMA members may privately offer paid services to other members (e.g., consulting, implementation support, specialized expertise) outside the scope of standard membership benefits.
The PMA is open to:
Membership is NOT available to any person acting in an investigative, regulatory, or law enforcement capacity for any governmental or quasi-governmental agency, licensing board, or authority—unless such person agrees to uphold the privacy of the PMA and all members at all times and acknowledges that this contract takes precedence over their official position.
All PMA members are equal. There is no hierarchical "vendor-client" or "service provider-customer" relationship among members in the traditional sense. Members waive protections typically offered to public consumers by governmental authorities when engaging with other members.
No PMA member accepts liability for acts or omissions committed by the PMA itself or by any other PMA member, except as explicitly agreed in separate written contracts.
Membership does not convey any ownership interest, equity, or title in the PMA or its assets unless specifically documented through separate contribution agreements.
The PMA offers two lines, both priced as published on our Pricing page. Three software platforms ("Run It"):
And four consulting partnership levels ("Scale It"), billed monthly:
All members acknowledge that the benefits, resources, and services provided by the PMA are worth far in excess of the membership fees paid.
Membership fees may be modified by the Directors with 30 days' advance notice to active members. Current members will be grandfathered at their existing rate for a minimum of 6 months after any price increase.
The PMA operates under the governance of Directors. Edward Armstrong serves as the founding Director and initial Spokesman for the PMA.
Directors may be appointed, elected, or hired by the founding Director or by majority vote of members. Directors are responsible for:
All records maintained by the PMA—especially regarding any member's business operations, financial data, or strategic information—are and shall remain the private property of the individual member, protected by constitutional privacy rights, regardless of where such records are stored or who maintains custody.
The PMA may develop operational rules and policies as needed, which may be amended by Directors or through majority vote of members at annual meetings.
The PMA may maintain bank accounts and accept payments in U.S. currency (Federal Reserve Notes) for operational purposes, membership fees, and service payments.
Directors are responsible for maintaining financial accounts, paying operational expenses, and ensuring tax compliance for the PMA.
Directors shall review and timely pay or legally dispute any tax assessment levied upon the PMA by governmental authorities.
The PMA will terminate upon:
Upon voluntary termination, PMA assets shall be distributed proportionally among members who contributed funds for their acquisition. Remaining assets become the property of Edward Armstrong (if living and competent) or his estate, heirs, or assigns.
Members hold harmless the PMA and all officials from liability arising from acts of God, events beyond reasonable control, or circumstances constituting force majeure (natural disasters, pandemics, war, government actions, etc.).
All terms in this document shall be interpreted according to their plain meaning in conversational English as used in 2023-2025. No legal jargon, terms of art, or specialized definitions shall be imposed to alter the original intent of this contract.
If any provision of this contract is found unlawful or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed, and all remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
This contract is governed by the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of Virginia, and laws made in pursuance thereof. Disputes shall be resolved according to constitutional principles and common law.
This Membership Agreement, together with the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Holistically Simple PMA. No oral promises or representations shall have binding legal effect.
Final Declaration: The administration of this contract and the PMA hereby created is private and generally beyond the scope of regulatory authority. This association is protected by constitutional rights of association, privacy, contract, and free speech.
Membership is confirmed upon receipt of payment for any PMA membership tier and acceptance of this agreement.
By completing your membership registration, providing payment information, and clicking "I Agree" or "Join Now," you acknowledge that you have:
Effective Date: This agreement becomes effective on the date of your membership registration and payment.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (757) 573-9818
Address: 4701 Shore Dr, Ste. #103-440, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Director: Edward Armstrong
Established: January 1, 2023