Spectators watch two young martial artists fight in the 41st annual Battle of Maine Martial Arts Championships on Saturday at Champions Fitness Club in Waterville. About 340 entrants competed.

Amanda Taylor, of Fairfield, left, and Meagan Boulter of Sanford compete in the 18-29 women's fighting competition in the 41st annual Battle of Maine Martial Arts Championships on Saturday at Champions Fitness Club in Waterville.

Emma Verrill takes part in 18-29 women's forms competition in the 41st annual Battle of Maine Martial Arts Championships on Saturday at Champions Fitness Club in Waterville.

Tristan Brown, left, and Giovanni Dellacroce fight in the 41st annual Battle of Maine Martial Arts Championships on Saturday at Champions Fitness Club in Waterville.