Musical Weapons

Musical Weapons (MW) Forms are traditional or non traditional forms derived in any traditional discipline or created. 

Music and weapons must be used, and the choreography to the music is highly important. The use of stage props such as Lasers, Smoke, Fire or “dry Ice” is not allowed. No dance moves or theatrical costumes are allowed. The duration of a freestyle form must be between 1 and 3 minutes.

The time starts with the first move of the form, not the announcement. A time keeper will be appointed. All used weapons must be safe and clean and recognized within martial arts. The judges have the right to inspect weapons prior to starting the form. This is NOT a gymnastic contest and only three gymnastic moves are permitted, or a penalty of 0.5 will be deducted from each judge. Scoring, Judges will mark the form: the form will be scored on the use of the weapon, not kicks and other techniques. Synchronization to the music, manipulation of the weapon, speed of the techniques, degree of difficulty, showmanship, balance, basic stances, strength and focus.

For a full list of rules and regulations, please download the official WKU forms rule set: Forms Rules