비록 진주검무가 중요무형문화재 제12호로 지정될 당시인 1967년에 예능 보유자로 지정되지는 않았지만, 당시 활동하기에 어려움이 있어 그런 것으로 판단된다.
Although it was not designated as an artisan in 1967 when it was designated as the 12th Important Intangible Cultural Asset, it is believed to have been difficult to engage in such activities.