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2024 SMAA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING DATE

The 2024 SMAA Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday, November 30th at 7:00pm via an online platform.  More details will come as we get closer to the event.

changes to weapons sparring and weapons forms rules

On September 19th, 2024 the SMAA Board of Directors approved the following rule changes:
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  1. The Bo Staff is REMOVED as an allowable weapon for all weapon sparring divisions.     This means going forward, participants are no longer allowed to use a Bo Staff for weapon sparring.
 
  1. The belt divisions in weapon forms will now be the same as empty hand forms and the age divisions will now be:
    1. 9 and under
    2. 10 to 13
    3. 14 to 17
    4. 18 to 34
    5. 35 to 51
    6. 52 to 64
    7. 65 +

WHAT DO WE DO?
 OUR GOAL
Is to promote all forms and styles of Martial Arts in Saskatchewan.

OUR OBJECTIVES ARE:
  • To promote and sanction active, open, competitive participation in the province and to help foster the strongest possible team in provincial, interprovincial and international Martial Arts competitions.
  • Sponsor clinics and seminars for all aspects of the Martial Arts within the Association.
  •  To furnish the means for sport participation to those individuals who could not normally join in team competitions due to financial hardships, or where the sport is not presently available.
  • To help foster a better working relationship among the Saskatchewan Martial Arts Clubs.
  • To provide a standard set of Rules and Medical Requirements for the betterment and welfare of all participants.
  • Aid in development of coaches, instructors, and officials within the SMAA. ​

5 REASONS TO JOIN MARTIAL ARTS

5. The scope of Martial Arts is so broad - if only there was a way you could meet others involved in the Martial Arts to Collaborate, Commiserate and Learn with ... there is, it's the SMAA

4. Being part of a Martial Arts School is fantastic, now if only we could move up another level and meet others from clubs across the province to share interest as well as contribute to Martial Arts, health & fun for all... you can, with the SMAA 

3. How can my Martial Arts Club get recognition and funding as part of SaskSport?  Join the SMAA 

2. Martial Arts is a way of life but it's also a business and good business requires insurance, where can I turn? Look to the SMAA 

​1. How can I challenge myself and my Martial Arts Club beyond the walls of our dojo?  Join the SMAA and participate in our Open Martial Arts Tournaments, why not host one of your own?  Who better to help you with Tournament Competition and Hosting than the SMAA?  Don't forget the SMAA Provincial Tournament!
 
These 5 reasons and more on request, brought to you by Stephen McLeod, Former President of the Saskatchewan Martial Arts Association!
COMPETITION

Take your training to the next level
Competitions are a great way to continue to improve your practice. Whether you wish to travel within the province, nationally or internationally, the SMAA can help you get there.
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