Basic On the Day Rules

• Children must be accompanied and supervised by their parents

• It is free of charge to spectate, please keep a safe distance away from the Tatami’s

• Behaviour must be excellent and disciplined environment of the dojo maintained

• Good sportsmanship - accept the result and respect the officials. Fair play points will be awarded.

• Stock available to buy on the day/pre-order from the online shop - https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/shop-home

• Gi must be clean and ironed with club badge on the left chest

• Licenses need to be brought to the table at the start of their event to be stamped. You only need to do this at your first event.

• Licenses must be valid, you will be asked to renew before taking part, if your license has lapsed

• The Tournament hall is still a dojo. Usual Dojo rules apply. No running around, bow as you enter and leave, no loud talking etc.

• We recommend to arrive at least 15-20 minutes before your event to warm up.

Kumite Rules

All kumite competitors must wear mitts, shin and instep protectors and a gum shield (compulsory). Groin protectors and chest guards are highly recommended.

5-13 years

No contact to the face/head/neck with ANY techniques, up to 10cm scoring distance from the face/head. Win by getting 8 points clear, 1 minute duration.

14-16 years

WKF Rules, NO contact to the face/head/neck, up to 10cm scoring distance from the face/head. Light ‘skin touch’ with kicking techniques. Win by getting 8 points clear, 1 minute 30 seconds duration.

16-17 years

WKF Rules Light ‘skin touch’ to the face/head/neck with hands and kicking techniques. Win by getting 8 points clear, 1 minute 30 seconds duration.

Accept the judges decision and shake the hand of your opponent.

Kata & Pairs Kata Rules

Categories 10th to 7th Kyu (White to Yellow)

Any kata may be performed and repeated, two competitors performing simultaneously.

Categories 6th Kyu to 4th Kyu (Green to Purple + White)

Any kata may be performed, minimum of two katas must alternate each round, two competitors performing simultaneously.

Categories 3rd kyu to 1st kyu and All Dan grades

Any kata may be performed, kata must be changed each round, two competitors performing on the tatami simultaneously. For advanced Katas (such as Gojushiho Sho), we may ask that you perform one at a time due to space requirements.

Accept the judges decision and shake the hand of your opponent.

Kickmaster Rules

Students taking part in Kickmaster events must wear the mitts and shin and instep protectors to protect their own hands and feet.

Both competitors must beat up their free standing BOB or Kickpad in a point scoring kumite style for 20 seconds.

You must show good form. No more than 3 Kiai’s per round.

Only recognised point scoring techniques will count. No headbutts/eye pokes etc.

Judges then go to Hantai and the winner will be selected and progress to the next round.

Accept the judges decision and shake the hand of your opponent.

Professional Photographers in attendance

Professional photographers Picside will be attending and taking photos at this event. If you do not wish to have any photos taken please speak to the photographers and let them know. They will be taking actions shots and also doing headshots with/without medals for anyone who wants them.

Their photos are fantastic and will be available to purchase online from PICSIDE after the event.

Overlapping Events

If you have chosen to compete in multiple events, there may be times in the day where your events are overlapping. The officials will manage this and you will be found by our ring runners when you are required. You do not need to worry about missing any events and you do not need to contact us about this.

Refreshments & Stock Items

Refreshments will be available on the day. You will also be able to purchase stock items such as ART MARTIAL Hoodies & T-shirts, Karate Uniforms, Gum Shields, Groin Guards, Mitts and pads etc. It is also possible to order in advance and collect your items at the Tournament.

SEN Categories

SEN Kata will take place at 9:30am on Tatami 3 to ensure a quieter environment for the competitors. No other competitors may enter the Dojo whilst this category is in session.