Global:Introduction to SCA martial activities - General rules

General rules

1. All participants, marshals, and administrators of martial activities in the SCA are responsible for knowing these rules, as well as any additional rules of their Kingdom (i.e. the local chapter).
2. Many of our martial disciplines require you to officially demonstrate that you have the basic competence to not be a danger to yourself or others. This must be done before allowing you to participate in competitions or other activities outside of formal training. The demonstration and the accompanying documentation to record it is called "authorizing". Once completed, you are "authorized" for a period of time determined by your kingdom.
3. You must follow the policies and requirements of the SCA when you are attending an SCA event or practice. These include but are not limited to:
   • sign-in and any waiver requirements
   • the SCA's policies for conduct and behavior
   • the SCA's Rules of the Lists
   • Society Marshal's Handbooks
   • local site or jurisdiction specific rules, including health and safety requirements
   • kingdom-specific rules
4. Marshals have the authority to control the movement of anyone on and near the field and to control the location of spectators, so you must follow their instructions whenever you are near an area designated for martial activities.