US Martial Arts Team

We’ve been thinking about what it should mean to win for your state.

Not simply what the award should look like, but what it should represent. It needs to recognize the athletes who competed together, preserve the name of the winning state, and eventually carry the history of this competition from one United States Invitational & State Games to the next.

That thinking led us to the idea of the Union Shield.

The Union represents the states coming together for one national competition. The Shield represents the honor earned by the state whose team rises to the top.

These sketches aren’t a finished design. They’re an early look at some of the directions we’ve considered as we work out what this perpetual State vs. State award should become.

We know what we want it to represent. We’re still discovering what it should look like—and we wanted to bring you into that process.

It’s Official! 🇵🇷🇵🇷

🚨 OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: THE WORLD MARTIAL ARTS GAMES ARE HEADED TO PUERTO RICO! 🇵🇷

In December 2027, the world’s martial arts community will unite at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan for an international event unlike any we have hosted before.

Presented by the Global Martial Arts Council (GMAC), the 2027 World Martial Arts Games will be more than a competition—and Puerto Rico will be far more than its location.

We are proud to partner with Discover Puerto Rico to create an experience that brings together world-class martial arts, the energy of San Juan, and the vibrant culture and hospitality of the island.

We are not simply bringing an event to Puerto Rico. We are working with Puerto Rico to create an unforgettable experience for every athlete, coach, family, official, and supporter who joins us.

The competition will be extraordinary. The destination will be unforgettable. And the experience will begin long before anyone steps onto the floor.

📍 San Juan, Puerto Rico🏟️ Puerto Rico Convention Center🗓️ December 2027

This is only the beginning. More announcements, event details, and opportunities to get involved are coming.

Share the news, tag your martial arts family, and start planning for Puerto Rico. The world is coming to San Juan in 2027!

It's getting good! All we can say is pack something for everything...let's go! 💪

A city. A culture. A competition. 🌎🥋

Could the next World Martial Arts Games take us to a historic capital? A vibrant island? A city where old-world streets meet a modern arena?

Maybe the view is a clue. Maybe it’s meant to send you in the wrong direction. 👀

The location is secured, but the secret remains—for now.

Study the image, share this post, and tell us your top three guesses. Who in your martial arts family can solve the mystery?

Big news! Give the World Martial Arts Games a follow on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date.

It’s official—the location for the 2027 World Martial Arts Games has been secured! 🥋🌎

A new stage is being set, and the next chapter is about to begin. Where will the world’s martial arts community come together in 2027?

The big announcement is coming in the next few days. Stay tuned!

Share this post, spread the excitement, and tell us in the comments where you think we’re headed!

Calling all US Martial Arts Team members! 🇺🇸

It’s time to represent your state. Step onto the floor, earn points, and help your team win the State Games. Every athlete. Every result. Every point counts.

📅 October 18
📍 Daytona Beach, Florida

Which state will come out on top?

Open exclusively to USMAT members. Contact your coach for the format.

👀….stay tuned!

Something big is happening.

The next chapter of the 2027 World Martial Arts Games is moving forward.

More news coming soon.

Locked in and focused!

From AAU National Grand Champion to the US Open… Amber Rutherford is putting together one impressive week. 🏆➡️🥋

After earning Grand Champion honors at AAU Nationals, Amber made the trip to the US Open where she’s not only competing, but also taking time to share her knowledge with members of the US Martial Arts Team.

And of course… none of it would’ve been possible without staying hydrated with LIVPUR. 😄💧

Keep doing what you do, Amber. We’re proud to have you representing USMAT both on and off the competition floor.

There’s nothing quite like being back at the US Open and getting to support the athletes who have worked so hard to be here.

If you’re at the event, stop by our booth and say hello. Whether you’re competing, coaching, or just taking it all in, we’d love to meet you, catch up, and talk martial arts.

Wishing the best of luck to everyone stepping onto the floor this weekend. Make it count! 🇺🇸🥋