In 1971 the British Majorette Association was formed.

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The halcyon days of the carnival saw our members entertain in a riotous blaze of colour displaying their abilities in pom poms and the twirling of the baton, Mace and rifles.

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             Whilst maintaining recreational programmes we also began the development of grades, competitive programmes,

judges and judging systems and training programmes for coaches

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Our development into a sport had begun.

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Athletes learn all the techniques, all the events within the Association

but also the need to set goals, to strive, to learn discipline,

to achieve, to handle defeat in a positive manner,

to be a team player as well as to personally achieve.

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And so Into the World

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 In 1977 the Association came together with Twirling Organisations

from around the world – the venue - London, England.

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At this meeting the Organisations formed the World Baton Twirling Association with the view to develop and standardise the sport.

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1978 By-laws were passed and International rules were laid down resulting in the 1st World Baton Twirling Championship in 1980 held in the USA. 

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Like all types of organisations focus should be to evolve, develop, promote and move forward.

 

The BMA changed its name finally deciding on

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The British Baton Twirling Sports Association

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reflecting its chosen path and the sport it had become standing proud

among its fellow organisations from around the globe.

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It is a multi-faceted sport

but incorporating so much art form in its requirements yes ...    

a great sport, a great activity.