Master-at-Arms Scout Interest Badge
Badge Requirements

Note: In all the contest events, you must participate in a contest under proper ring conditions.
- Demonstrate your proficiency in ONE of the following, in which you have trained and participated for at least 6 months:
- Fencing
- Boxing
- Wrestling
- Karate
- Judo
- Any other recognised form of self-defence
- Discuss the correct training techniques and draw up a training programme for yourself.
- Be able to name and demonstrate the correct methods of attack and defence. Know the contest rules, how contestants are judged and the means of scoring.
- Discuss the origin of the art, and its historical development. Discuss the involvement of two masters of the art - one past and one present - and the achievements of each.
Badge Examiner: The Scout must complete training and assessment through a registered and accredited club, coach, or governing body for the discipline. A signed certificate or letter from the coach or organisation must be submitted as evidence of completion.
Scouters must not demonstrate or engage in physical contact with Scouts during martial arts or self-defence related training. All instruction and assessment for the Master-At-Arms Scout Interest Badge must be carried out by accredited coaches or instructors registered with an appropriate, recognised sports association.

Safe From Harm: Whilst completing the requirements for this badge, Scouts must not be placed in hazardous or dangerous situations under any circumstances. All activities must comply with SCOUTS South Africa Safe from Harm framework and be supervised by responsible adults. Participation should offer meaningful learning or service experiences while ensuring the Scout's safety and well-being at all times.
Badge Requirements in printable PDF format
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