The document is a paper for an examination on kata judging for the World Karate Federation. It contains two sections - the first provides instructions for taking the exam, noting candidates should not consult additional materials or copy others. The second section lists 120 true/false questions about kata competition rules and judging criteria for the exam. Candidates must mark their answers on a separate answer sheet.
This document provides information and questions for an examination on kata competition rules for karate judges. It includes a section with 115 true/false questions covering various aspects of kata competition regulations. It states that the examination will test both theory and practical knowledge, and the results will be sent to the candidate's national federation. Candidates are not allowed to consult additional materials during the exam and must fill out their answers on a separate answer paper.
This document contains a 135 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges. The questions cover a wide range of topics related to kumite competition rules, including allowable techniques, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, match procedures, referee signals, and other technical details. Candidates are instructed to answer each question as either true or false on a separate answer sheet and are not allowed to refer to other materials during the exam. Exams will be sent to candidates' national federations along with the results.
The document outlines the rules for para-karate kata competition. It details the competition area requirements, official dress code, classification system using ICD and ICF, scoring process using a point system with extra points for level of disability, requirements for referees and performed katas, and process for accrediting athletes to compete. Medical attestation forms are included in the appendix to classify athletes by disability.
The document provides information about the 2015 World University Cheerleading Championships, including the divisions, rules and regulations, judging procedures and criteria. There will be divisions for all-girl teams, small and large coed teams, dance teams, and doubles. Teams must follow rules around membership eligibility, routine length and content, safety, and sportsmanship. Routines will be judged on elements like crowd leading skills, difficulty, technique and overall impression by panels focusing on cheer and music/entertainment aspects.
This document provides information and questions for an examination on kata competition rules for karate judges. It includes a section with 115 true/false questions covering various aspects of kata competition regulations. It states that the examination will test both theory and practical knowledge, and the results will be sent to the candidate's national federation. The document provides detailed rules and criteria for judges to correctly evaluate and score kata performances.
1. This document contains a 125 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges on the rules and procedures for kumite competition.
2. The exam covers topics like proper protective equipment, scoring criteria, penalties, match procedures, and the roles and responsibilities of the referee panel.
3. Getting a question wrong will result in no points awarded, while correct answers each score one point. Candidates are expected to answer all questions on a separate answer sheet without the aid of additional materials during the exam.
1. The document contains a 75 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges on the rules and procedures for kumite (sparring) competitions.
2. The exam covers topics like proper karate-gi uniforms, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, referee signals, match procedures, and other technical aspects of officiating kumite matches.
3. Answers to the questions are to be marked on a separate answer sheet, and exam results will be sent to the candidate's national federation.
This document provides information and questions for an examination on kata competition rules for karate judges. It includes a section with 115 true/false questions covering various aspects of kata competition regulations. It states that the examination will test both theory and practical knowledge, and the results will be sent to the candidate's national federation. Candidates are not allowed to consult additional materials during the exam and must fill out their answers on a separate answer paper.
This document contains a 135 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges. The questions cover a wide range of topics related to kumite competition rules, including allowable techniques, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, match procedures, referee signals, and other technical details. Candidates are instructed to answer each question as either true or false on a separate answer sheet and are not allowed to refer to other materials during the exam. Exams will be sent to candidates' national federations along with the results.
The document outlines the rules for para-karate kata competition. It details the competition area requirements, official dress code, classification system using ICD and ICF, scoring process using a point system with extra points for level of disability, requirements for referees and performed katas, and process for accrediting athletes to compete. Medical attestation forms are included in the appendix to classify athletes by disability.
The document provides information about the 2015 World University Cheerleading Championships, including the divisions, rules and regulations, judging procedures and criteria. There will be divisions for all-girl teams, small and large coed teams, dance teams, and doubles. Teams must follow rules around membership eligibility, routine length and content, safety, and sportsmanship. Routines will be judged on elements like crowd leading skills, difficulty, technique and overall impression by panels focusing on cheer and music/entertainment aspects.
This document provides information and questions for an examination on kata competition rules for karate judges. It includes a section with 115 true/false questions covering various aspects of kata competition regulations. It states that the examination will test both theory and practical knowledge, and the results will be sent to the candidate's national federation. The document provides detailed rules and criteria for judges to correctly evaluate and score kata performances.
1. This document contains a 125 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges on the rules and procedures for kumite competition.
2. The exam covers topics like proper protective equipment, scoring criteria, penalties, match procedures, and the roles and responsibilities of the referee panel.
3. Getting a question wrong will result in no points awarded, while correct answers each score one point. Candidates are expected to answer all questions on a separate answer sheet without the aid of additional materials during the exam.
1. The document contains a 75 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges on the rules and procedures for kumite (sparring) competitions.
2. The exam covers topics like proper karate-gi uniforms, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, referee signals, match procedures, and other technical aspects of officiating kumite matches.
3. Answers to the questions are to be marked on a separate answer sheet, and exam results will be sent to the candidate's national federation.
This document contains a 135 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges. The questions cover a wide range of topics related to kumite competition rules, including allowable techniques, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, match procedures, referee signals, and other technical details. Candidates are instructed to answer each question as either true or false on a separate answer sheet and are not allowed to refer to other materials during the exam. Exams will be sent to candidates' national federations along with the results.
1) The document outlines the rules and procedures for WKF kata competition. It divides competitors into groups and uses a bracket system to determine the top performers who advance to later rounds and potential medal matches.
2) Technical and athletic performance are separately scored on a scale from 5.0 to 10.0, with technical performance making up 70% of the total score. Fouls and disqualifications are also defined.
3) Depending on the number of competitors, they will be divided into groups and rounds in order to narrow the field down to eventual medal winners through successive kata performances. The top scorers from each group advance at each stage.
This document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions. It discusses regulations for the competition areas, official dress of referees, judges, and contestants, the organization of competitions including divisions and team sizes, the referee panel and their duties, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, warnings and penalties, injuries, protests, and starting/ending matches. Specific requirements are defined for equipment, belts, hair length, nails, protective gear, and logos/identifiers worn by all participants.
The document provides rules and information for an inter-collegiate night adventure race, including:
1) Registration and entry fees are Rs. 100 and Rs. 400 respectively, with the last date for submitting entry forms as July 22nd, 2011.
2) Teams must consist of at least one female member and will have a designated team leader responsible for the team. Categories include mixed, all-female, and all-boys teams from both the same and different colleges.
3) Mandatory equipment, medical requirements, and insurance are outlined. The race will take place from time control to time control, with times recorded, and failure to follow rules could result in disqualification.
The document outlines the rules for para-karate kata competition organized by the WKF. It details requirements such as the competition area, official dress, classification system, scoring process, and kata performed. Competitors are classified based on their type of impairment (wheelchair user, blind/visually impaired, intellectually impaired) using the ICD and ICF diagnostic tools to determine eligibility. The competition consists of individual performances evaluated by referees, with the top athletes in each category advancing to the finals.
This document outlines the rules for international sambo competitions. It discusses the types of competitions (individual, team, etc.), age categories, weight categories, admission requirements, duties and rights of competitors, and organizing systems and methods for conducting competitions. Key details include outlining individual, team and other competition formats, dividing competitors by age and weight categories, requirements for entry and weigh-in procedures, and responsibilities of competitors to follow rules and officials' instructions.
This document provides the objectives, rules, and mechanics for the 9th MATH GALING SA TIP math competition. The objectives are to showcase mathematical problem solving skills, promote camaraderie, and encourage academic growth. Teams of two students will participate in written and oral rounds. The top ten teams based on written scores will advance to the oral final round consisting of easy, average, and difficult questions. Cash prizes and medals will be awarded to the top three finishing teams.
Kabaddi is a 4,000 year old contact team sport originated in India that involves two teams attempting to tag or tackle members of the opposing team in turn while chanting "kabaddi" within a single breath. A match involves two teams of 7 players each on a rectangular field who try to score points by sending a raider into the opposing team's half while avoiding being tackled. It requires skills like hand touches, ankle holds, thigh holds and teamwork. A match consists of two 20-minute halves with a 5-minute break in between for men and 15-minute halves for women.
The document outlines the laws of sepaktakraw, a Malaysian sport similar to volleyball. It details the dimensions and markings of the court, specifications for the net and posts, characteristics of the ball, rules for player positions and substitutions, and types of faults. Key points include:
- The court measures 13.4m x 6.1m and is divided by a center line and quarter circles
- The net is 1.52m high for men and 1.42m for women, stretched between 1.55m high posts
- Matches are played between two teams of 3 players each called a "regu"
- Faults include lifting the feet during serve, hitting the ball more than 3 times,
The document outlines the rules for karate competitions, including kumite (sparring) and kata (forms). It covers regulations for the competition area and official dress for competitors, referees, and coaches. The rules describe the organization of kumite competitions, including divisions, team formats, procedures, and penalties. Scoring, criteria for decisions, prohibited behaviors, warnings and other officiating procedures are also defined.
This document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions. It details requirements for the competition areas, official dress of referees, judges, and contestants, the organization of competitions including divisions and team matches, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, penalties, injuries, protests, duties of referees and judges, and start and end of matches. Appendices provide additional details on terminology, gestures, signals, referee guidelines, scoresheets, competition layouts, uniforms, world championship conditions, and rules for under 14 competitions.
The document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions in karate. It details regulations around the competition areas, official dress for referees, judges and competitors, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, penalties and other organizational aspects of competitions. Key points include requirements for the competition mat size and layout, approved uniforms in specific colors for referees and competitors divided by gender and weight class, scoring values for techniques landing to defined target areas, and the duration of matches varying by age group and gender.
Este documento proporciona instrucciones para las federaciones nacionales que participarán en el Campeonato Panamericano de Karate Juvenil y Sub-21, incluyendo la fecha límite para enviar itinerarios de vuelo, hospedarse en hoteles oficiales para recibir transporte, pagar el alojamiento antes de las fechas límite, y los detalles del programa de competencia del campeonato.
All national federations participating in the XXX Pan American Karate and U21 Championship are informed that they must provide their travel itineraries, including arrival and departure times and delegation sizes, by August 12th to coordinate transportation between the airport and official hotels. The organizing committee is not responsible for transportation for delegations staying outside the official hotels. A 50% deposit for hotel accommodations must be paid by July 31st and the final balance by August 10th via credit card or bank transfer.
Este documento lista los clasificados para los Juegos Panamericanos de Lima 2019 en karate, dividiéndolos por categoría, género y etapa clasificatoria. Incluye información sobre 108 clasificados de diferentes países en kata individual masculino y femenino, kumite individual masculino y femenino en varias categorías de peso, y kata y kumite equipos masculinos y femeninos.
The document provides information about the upcoming 11th WKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships taking place in Santiago, Chile from October 23-27, 2019. It includes greetings from the President of the World Karate Federation and President of the Karate Federation of Chile. It then provides details about Santiago, Chile as the host city, transportation to the championships, a list of 12 accommodation options near the venue, hotel rates, the referee course schedule, event schedule, competition information, registration details, additional tourist information for visitors, and contact information for the Karate Federation of Chile.
Este boletín proporciona información sobre el Campeonato Panamericano de Karate que se celebrará en Panamá del 18 al 23 de marzo de 2019. Incluye detalles sobre hoteles sede, transporte, programa de competencia, reglas y contactos del comité organizador.
The document provides information about the Senior Panamerican Karate Championship to be held in Panama City from March 18-23, 2019. It includes the organizing committee contact details, general information about Panama, a list of recommended hotels near the competition venue with room rates, transportation details, and competition schedule. Rules and codes for the championship are provided in annexed documents.
The document outlines the official rules for karate competitions, including requirements for the competition area, official dress for referees, competitors, and coaches, as well as general rules around scoring, penalties, injuries, protests, and duties of officials. The competition area must be an 8x8 meter matted square with an additional 1 meter safety area on all sides. Referees and judges must wear official uniforms consisting of blazers, shirts, ties, and trousers. Competitors must wear approved white karategis without markings other than manufacturer's labels and country/national emblems, with red belts for AKA and blue belts for AO. Protective equipment like mitts, gum shields, and shin/foot
The document outlines rules for organizing PKF (Panamerican Karate Federation) championships. It details requirements for the location, hotels, transportation, meetings, medical support, referee course, registration process, medals ceremony, finances, coordination, and press facilities. The host country must provide various facilities, logistics, personnel, and follow PKF rules and protocols when organizing the championship.
This document contains a 135 question true/false exam for kumite referees and judges. The questions cover a wide range of topics related to kumite competition rules, including allowable techniques, scoring criteria, penalties, injury protocols, match procedures, referee signals, and other technical details. Candidates are instructed to answer each question as either true or false on a separate answer sheet and are not allowed to refer to other materials during the exam. Exams will be sent to candidates' national federations along with the results.
1) The document outlines the rules and procedures for WKF kata competition. It divides competitors into groups and uses a bracket system to determine the top performers who advance to later rounds and potential medal matches.
2) Technical and athletic performance are separately scored on a scale from 5.0 to 10.0, with technical performance making up 70% of the total score. Fouls and disqualifications are also defined.
3) Depending on the number of competitors, they will be divided into groups and rounds in order to narrow the field down to eventual medal winners through successive kata performances. The top scorers from each group advance at each stage.
This document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions. It discusses regulations for the competition areas, official dress of referees, judges, and contestants, the organization of competitions including divisions and team sizes, the referee panel and their duties, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, warnings and penalties, injuries, protests, and starting/ending matches. Specific requirements are defined for equipment, belts, hair length, nails, protective gear, and logos/identifiers worn by all participants.
The document provides rules and information for an inter-collegiate night adventure race, including:
1) Registration and entry fees are Rs. 100 and Rs. 400 respectively, with the last date for submitting entry forms as July 22nd, 2011.
2) Teams must consist of at least one female member and will have a designated team leader responsible for the team. Categories include mixed, all-female, and all-boys teams from both the same and different colleges.
3) Mandatory equipment, medical requirements, and insurance are outlined. The race will take place from time control to time control, with times recorded, and failure to follow rules could result in disqualification.
The document outlines the rules for para-karate kata competition organized by the WKF. It details requirements such as the competition area, official dress, classification system, scoring process, and kata performed. Competitors are classified based on their type of impairment (wheelchair user, blind/visually impaired, intellectually impaired) using the ICD and ICF diagnostic tools to determine eligibility. The competition consists of individual performances evaluated by referees, with the top athletes in each category advancing to the finals.
This document outlines the rules for international sambo competitions. It discusses the types of competitions (individual, team, etc.), age categories, weight categories, admission requirements, duties and rights of competitors, and organizing systems and methods for conducting competitions. Key details include outlining individual, team and other competition formats, dividing competitors by age and weight categories, requirements for entry and weigh-in procedures, and responsibilities of competitors to follow rules and officials' instructions.
This document provides the objectives, rules, and mechanics for the 9th MATH GALING SA TIP math competition. The objectives are to showcase mathematical problem solving skills, promote camaraderie, and encourage academic growth. Teams of two students will participate in written and oral rounds. The top ten teams based on written scores will advance to the oral final round consisting of easy, average, and difficult questions. Cash prizes and medals will be awarded to the top three finishing teams.
Kabaddi is a 4,000 year old contact team sport originated in India that involves two teams attempting to tag or tackle members of the opposing team in turn while chanting "kabaddi" within a single breath. A match involves two teams of 7 players each on a rectangular field who try to score points by sending a raider into the opposing team's half while avoiding being tackled. It requires skills like hand touches, ankle holds, thigh holds and teamwork. A match consists of two 20-minute halves with a 5-minute break in between for men and 15-minute halves for women.
The document outlines the laws of sepaktakraw, a Malaysian sport similar to volleyball. It details the dimensions and markings of the court, specifications for the net and posts, characteristics of the ball, rules for player positions and substitutions, and types of faults. Key points include:
- The court measures 13.4m x 6.1m and is divided by a center line and quarter circles
- The net is 1.52m high for men and 1.42m for women, stretched between 1.55m high posts
- Matches are played between two teams of 3 players each called a "regu"
- Faults include lifting the feet during serve, hitting the ball more than 3 times,
The document outlines the rules for karate competitions, including kumite (sparring) and kata (forms). It covers regulations for the competition area and official dress for competitors, referees, and coaches. The rules describe the organization of kumite competitions, including divisions, team formats, procedures, and penalties. Scoring, criteria for decisions, prohibited behaviors, warnings and other officiating procedures are also defined.
This document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions. It details requirements for the competition areas, official dress of referees, judges, and contestants, the organization of competitions including divisions and team matches, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, penalties, injuries, protests, duties of referees and judges, and start and end of matches. Appendices provide additional details on terminology, gestures, signals, referee guidelines, scoresheets, competition layouts, uniforms, world championship conditions, and rules for under 14 competitions.
The document outlines the rules for kata and kumite competitions in karate. It details regulations around the competition areas, official dress for referees, judges and competitors, scoring criteria, prohibited behaviors, penalties and other organizational aspects of competitions. Key points include requirements for the competition mat size and layout, approved uniforms in specific colors for referees and competitors divided by gender and weight class, scoring values for techniques landing to defined target areas, and the duration of matches varying by age group and gender.
Este documento proporciona instrucciones para las federaciones nacionales que participarán en el Campeonato Panamericano de Karate Juvenil y Sub-21, incluyendo la fecha límite para enviar itinerarios de vuelo, hospedarse en hoteles oficiales para recibir transporte, pagar el alojamiento antes de las fechas límite, y los detalles del programa de competencia del campeonato.
All national federations participating in the XXX Pan American Karate and U21 Championship are informed that they must provide their travel itineraries, including arrival and departure times and delegation sizes, by August 12th to coordinate transportation between the airport and official hotels. The organizing committee is not responsible for transportation for delegations staying outside the official hotels. A 50% deposit for hotel accommodations must be paid by July 31st and the final balance by August 10th via credit card or bank transfer.
Este documento lista los clasificados para los Juegos Panamericanos de Lima 2019 en karate, dividiéndolos por categoría, género y etapa clasificatoria. Incluye información sobre 108 clasificados de diferentes países en kata individual masculino y femenino, kumite individual masculino y femenino en varias categorías de peso, y kata y kumite equipos masculinos y femeninos.
The document provides information about the upcoming 11th WKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships taking place in Santiago, Chile from October 23-27, 2019. It includes greetings from the President of the World Karate Federation and President of the Karate Federation of Chile. It then provides details about Santiago, Chile as the host city, transportation to the championships, a list of 12 accommodation options near the venue, hotel rates, the referee course schedule, event schedule, competition information, registration details, additional tourist information for visitors, and contact information for the Karate Federation of Chile.
Este boletín proporciona información sobre el Campeonato Panamericano de Karate que se celebrará en Panamá del 18 al 23 de marzo de 2019. Incluye detalles sobre hoteles sede, transporte, programa de competencia, reglas y contactos del comité organizador.
The document provides information about the Senior Panamerican Karate Championship to be held in Panama City from March 18-23, 2019. It includes the organizing committee contact details, general information about Panama, a list of recommended hotels near the competition venue with room rates, transportation details, and competition schedule. Rules and codes for the championship are provided in annexed documents.
The document outlines the official rules for karate competitions, including requirements for the competition area, official dress for referees, competitors, and coaches, as well as general rules around scoring, penalties, injuries, protests, and duties of officials. The competition area must be an 8x8 meter matted square with an additional 1 meter safety area on all sides. Referees and judges must wear official uniforms consisting of blazers, shirts, ties, and trousers. Competitors must wear approved white karategis without markings other than manufacturer's labels and country/national emblems, with red belts for AKA and blue belts for AO. Protective equipment like mitts, gum shields, and shin/foot
The document outlines rules for organizing PKF (Panamerican Karate Federation) championships. It details requirements for the location, hotels, transportation, meetings, medical support, referee course, registration process, medals ceremony, finances, coordination, and press facilities. The host country must provide various facilities, logistics, personnel, and follow PKF rules and protocols when organizing the championship.
This bulletin provides information for the Senior Panamerican Karate Championship to be held in Panama City from March 18-23, 2019. It includes details about the organizing committee, general information about Panama, a list of official and sub-headquarter hotels with rates and contact information, information about the competition venue and schedule, and annexed rules for parakarate. Transportation discounts from Copa Airlines and visa requirements for participating countries are also outlined.
This document outlines the statutes of the Panamerican Karate Federation (PKF). It establishes the PKF as the governing body for karate in the Americas, composed of national karate federations. The statutes define the PKF's objectives, organizational structure, economic resources, assets, recognition of member federations and individuals, eligibility requirements, and duties and obligations of members. It provides details on the rights and roles of member countries, individuals, the Congress, Executive Committee, commissions and processes for amendments. The statutes establish the framework for how the PKF and karate will be organized and governed across the Americas.
The document outlines the rules and procedures for PKF's Referee Commission. Some key points:
- The Referee Commission is responsible for certifying officials and maintaining standards. It consists of a Chairman and 10 permanent members appointed by the Executive Committee.
- The Commission conducts referee courses and examinations separately for kumite and kata qualifications. It certifies officials at various levels from Judge C to Referee A.
- To become certified, candidates must pass both a theory exam and practical assessment during a referee course held prior to PKF championships. Certification is provisional until confirmed through satisfactory performance at a PKF event.
- The host country is responsible for providing facilities,
Este boletín proporciona información sobre el Campeonato Panamericano de Karate que se celebrará en Panamá del 18 al 23 de marzo de 2019. Incluye detalles sobre hoteles, transporte, programa de eventos, reglas de competencia y códigos de descuento para vuelos. También incluye información general sobre Panamá como su capital, moneda, clima y requisitos de entrada.
The document is the 2019 Prohibited List published by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). It lists substances and methods that are banned in sport. The list is divided into categories including anabolic agents, peptide hormones, beta-2 agonists, hormone and metabolic modulators, diuretics, and prohibited methods. It provides detailed information on specific banned substances within each category. The official text is maintained by WADA and published in both English and French, with the English version taking precedence in the event of any conflict between the two languages.
This document outlines the rules for para-karate kata competition organized by the World Karate Federation (WKF) effective August 1, 2018. It details the categories, impairments, classification system, competition area requirements, judging procedures, scoring system, and disqualification criteria. Athletes are divided into three categories: wheelchair, visually impaired, and intellectually impaired. The classification system assigns extra points from 0-3 based on how an impairment affects kata performance. Judges evaluate technical and athletic performance and assign a score from 7-10, to which the extra points are added. Ties are broken by highest and lowest scores being thrown out before calculating the average.
Este documento establece las regulaciones de la Comisión de Arbitraje de la PKF. La Comisión estará compuesta por un Presidente y 4 miembros permanentes nombrados por el Comité Ejecutivo de la PKF. La Comisión será responsable de capacitar, examinar y certificar árbitros, y mantener los estándares y una interpretación uniforme de las reglas. También puede suspender árbitros por faltas graves.
Este documento presenta las regulaciones para la organización de los campeonatos de karate de la Federación Panamericana de Karate. Detalla los requisitos para el lugar, fecha, hoteles, logística, reuniones, aspectos médicos, arbitraje, sorteo, premiación, alimentación y consideraciones financieras. El país anfitrión es responsable de garantizar las instalaciones, transporte, alojamiento, comidas y otros servicios necesarios para asegurar un evento exitoso que cumpla con los estándares de la Federación.
El documento presenta el programa de un evento de karate que se llevará a cabo del 20 al 26 de agosto. El programa incluye la llegada de las delegaciones, acreditaciones, cursos de arbitraje, pesajes, competiciones de kata individual, kumite individual y por equipos en diferentes categorías, así como las finales respectivas. Los eventos tendrán lugar principalmente en el Arena Carioca 1.
Los documentos presentan información sobre los Juegos Olímpicos de la Juventud que se celebrarán en Buenos Aires del 6 al 18 de octubre de 2018. El jefe de gobierno de Buenos Aires y el presidente del comité organizador dan la bienvenida a los atletas y espectadores. La guía explica que habrá 4.012 atletas de entre 15 y 18 años compitiendo en 32 deportes en 4 parques olímpicos ubicados en la ciudad y otras 4 sedes independientes.
This document provides guidelines for the authorized identification that can be displayed on karate equipment during the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires in 2018. It specifies the types and colors of karategis, belts, gloves, shin pads, chest protectors, and body protectors that will be allowed. For each type of equipment, it indicates the maximum size, placement, and color of manufacturer and WKF logos that can be displayed without resulting in disqualification. The guidelines are divided into two parts, with the first part providing a visual summary of the requirements for each type of competition equipment, and the second part listing additional details on logo size calculations and types of WKF approved logos.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
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Kata Competition
Examination questions for Kata Judges
Version January 2018
The answer paper is to be returned to the examiners. All answers are to be entered on the separate answer
paper only. You must make sure that your name, country, number and any other information required
are entered on the answer paper.
You may not have any additional papers or books on your desk while undertaking this examination.
During the examination to be seen speaking to another candidate or copying another’s paper will mean
suspension and automatic failure of the examination. If you are not sure of the correct procedures or
have any questions about any aspect of the examination you should speak only to an examiner.
The result of the examination both theory and practical will be sent to the candidate’s National
Federation.
January 2018
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KATA EXAMINATION
“TRUE OR FALSE”
On the answer paper put an “X” in the appropriate box. The answer to a question is true only if it can
be held to be true in all situations; otherwise it is considered to be false. Each correct answer scores
one point.
1. In repechage it is allowed to repeat a Kata.
2. The total time allowed for the Kata and Bunkai demonstration combined, is six minutes.
3. In Kata competition variations as taught by the contestant's style (Ryu-ha) are permitted.
4. With the exception of Kiken, once performed kata may not be repeated.
5. On completion of the kata Aka will leave the area to await the performance of Ao.
6. If the kata does not conform to the rules or there is some other irregularity the Chief Judge
may call the other Judges in order to reach a verdict.
7. If a contestant is disqualified the Chief Judge will cross and uncross the flags.
8. At Hantei the competitor who receives the majority of votes will be declared the winner by the
caller/announcer.
9. After Hantei when the Judges have lowered their flags the Chief Judge will indicate the
winner by raising the appropriate coloured flag.
10. At Hantei if two Judge signals for Aka, one for Ao and the other two for Hikiwake a tie
breaker kata will be used.
11. Judges should look for correct Kihon of the school being demonstrated.
12. The starting point for kata will marked with a small cross within the perimeter of the
competition area.
13. Conformance is a consistency in the performance of the kihon of the style (ryu-ha) in the kata.
14. Competitors from countries which are well known for producing medal winners should be
given special consideration.
15. The starting point for kata performance is two metres inside the match area and facing the
Chief Judge.
16. Giving a command to start and finish the kata by a team member is not considered to be an
external cue.
17. The mats must form a uniformed colored surface for kata competition
18. Judges should look for correct Kihon of the Competitor´s style (Ryu-ha) being demonstrated.
19. A contestant who comes to a halt during performance of the kata will be disqualified.
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20. In repechage only very long Kata is permitted.
21. In kata competition the sleeves of the karate-gi jacket may not be rolled up.
22. It is the responsibility of the coach or competitor to notify the name of the kata to score table
prior each round.
23. If a competitor fails to turn up (Kiken) the decision will be awarded automatically to the
opponent.
24. A competitor whose opponent does not turn and is given Kiken may not use that kata (which
has been notified to the score table) in the next round.
25. The karate-gi trousers may be slightly shorter so as to only cover half of the shin.
26. The total time allowed for the Kata and Bunkai demonstration combined, is five minutes.
27. The total time allowed for the Kata and Bunkai demonstration combined, is seven minutes.
28. The score table personnel include timekeepers, scorekeepers and caller/announcers.
29. The kata competition area is defined as being twelve metres by twelve metres.
30. The Judges of a kata match may not have the same nationality as either of the contestants.
31. Although ribbons and other decorations for the hair are not allowed in kumite they are
permissible in kata.
32. In the bouts for medals in Team Kata competition, teams will perform a demonstration of the
meaning of the Kata (Bunkai).
33. The panel of three or five Judges for each match will be designated by the Tatami Manager.
34. The panel of five or seven Judges for each match will be designated by the Tatami Manager or
a computer software.
35. The panel of five Judges for each match will be designated by the Referee Commission.
36. After giving sufficient time for the votes to be counted (approximately 5 seconds) the flags
will be lowered after a further short blast on the whistle.
37. Female competitors must wear a plain white T-shirt beneath the Karate jacket.
38. Female competitors can, if they want, wear a plain white T-shirt beneath the Karate jacket.
39. The trousers must be long enough to cover at least two thirds of the shin and must not reach
the anklebone.
40. The wearing of unauthorised apparel, clothing or equipment is forbidden.
41. A discreet rubber band or pony tail retainer is permitted in Kata competition.
42. The competition area must be of sufficient size to permit the uninterrupted performance of
Kata.
43. The matted Kumite areas are not suitable for Kata competition.
44. The karate-gi jacket may be removed during the performance of Kata.
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45. Audible cues are on the same level as one would penalize a temporary loss of balance.
46. Variations as taught by the contestant’s style (Ryu-ha) of Karate will not be permitted.
47. The score table must be notified of the choice of Kata prior to each round.
48. A team which does not perform the bow at the completion of the Bunkai performance will be
disqualified.
49. The number of Kata required is dependent on the number of individual competitors or teams
entered.
50. Byes are counted as competitors or teams.
51. In assessing the performance of a contestant or team the Judges will evaluate the performance
based on the two major criteria.
52. The two major criteria are: technical performance and athletic performance.
53. Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during Bunkai is considered a foul.
54. The three major criteria are: conformance, correct breathing and technical difficulty.
55. The three major criteria are: strength, speed and timing.
56. The three major criteria are: synchronisation, stances and timing.
57. Speed and balance are part of the athletic performance.
58. Rhythm and strength are part of the athletic performance.
59. Correct breathing, techniques and transitional movements are part of the technical
performance.
60. Difficulty of the Kata and stances are part of the technical performance.
61. Strength, speed, balance and focus are part of the athletic performance.
62. In Bunkai performance; transitional movements and control are part of the technical
performance.
63. In Bunkai performance; balance, timing and speed are part of the athletic performance.
64. In Bunkai performance: strength, timing and stances are part of the athletic performance.
65. Bunkai are to be given equal importance as the Kata itself.
66. Excessive bowing before starting the performance is considered a foul.
67. Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during Bunkai is a disqualification.
68. Both two major criteria are to must be given equal importance in the evaluation of the
performance.
69. Performing the wrong kata or announcing the wrong kata leads to disqualification.
70. Stamping the feet, slapping the chest, arms, or karate-gi, will be taken into account by the
Judges when arriving at a decision.
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71. A competitor will not be disqualified if he does a distinct pause or stop in the performance for
several seconds.
72. Bunkai are not to be given equal importance as the kata itself.
73. Interference with the function of the Judges leads to disqualification.
74. The use of audible cues from any other person, including other team members is considered a
foul.
75. If the competitor’s belt falls off during the performance of kata the competitor will be
disqualified.
76. Failure to follow the instructions of the Chief Judge or other misconduct is considered a foul.
77. Failure to follow the instructions of the Chief Judge or other misconduct leads to
disqualification.
78. Exceeding the total time limit of 6 minutes duration for Kata and Bunkai is considered a foul.
79. In Team Kata, all three team members must start and finish the Kata facing in the same
direction and towards the Chief Judge.
80. Kata performance must be realistic in fighting terms and display concentration, power, and
potential impact in its techniques.
81. Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during Bunkai is not considered a foul.
82. Minor loss of balance must not be considered in the evaluation of the Kata performance.
83. Exceeding the total time limit of 6 minutes duration for Kata and Bunkai leads to
disqualification.
84. Kata performance must demonstrate strength, power, and speed, as well as grace, rhythm, and
balance.
85. Minor loss of balance must be considered in the evaluation of the Kata performance.
86. Asynchronous movement, such as delivering a technique before the body transition is
completed is considered a foul.
87. Inappropriate exhalation will be taken into account by the Judges when arriving at a decision.
88. In team kata; failing to do a movement in unison is not considered a foul.
89. Performing a movement in an incorrect or incomplete manner is considered a foul.
90. Time wasting, including prolonged marching, excessive bowing or prolonged pause before
starting the performance is considered a foul.
91. Stamping the feet, slapping the chest, arms, or karate-gi, are audible cues.
92. The use of audible cues is not considered a foul.
93. Inappropriate exhalation is not an audible cue.
94. Failure to fully execute a block or punching off target is considered a foul.
95. Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during Bunkai is allowed.
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96. The members of the team must demonstrate competence in all aspects of the Kata
performance, as well as synchronisation.
97. Commands to start and stop the performance will be taken into account by the Judges when
arriving at a decision.
98. It is the responsibility of the President of the National Federation to ensure that the Kata as
notified to the score table is appropriate for that particular round.
99. After completion of both Kata, the contestants will stand side by side on the perimeter. The
Chief Judge will call for a decision (Hantei) and blow a two-tone blast on the whistle
whereupon the Judges will cast their votes.
100. Ties (Hikiwake) are permitted in Kata Competition.
101. At Hantei the competitor who receives the majority of votes, will be declared the winner by
the chief Judge.
102. At the start of each bout the competitors will first bow to the Judging Panel and then to each
other.
103. After Hantei the competitors will bow first to each other and then to the Judging Panel.
104. The Judges of a kata match should have the same nationality as the contestants.
105. The competitors can select any Kata from the official Kata list.
106. A team which does not perform the bow at the beginning and completion of the
performance will be disqualified.
107. The use of traditional weapons, ancillary equipment or additional apparel is
allowed.
108. The performance in individual Kata is evaluated from the bow starting the kata until the bow
ending the Kata
109. Belt coming loose to the extent that it is coming off the hips during the performance is a foul.
110. Belt coming loose to the extent that it is coming off the hips during the performance is a
disqualification.
111. If a contestant is disqualified the Chief Judge will cross and uncross the flags and then raise
the flag indicating the winner.
112. In the event that a competitor withdraws after the opponent has started his performance the
competitor may re-use the kata performed in any subsequent round as this situation is
considered as won by Kiken.
113. Although performing a scissor takedown technique (Kani Basami) to the neck area in
performing Bunkai is prohibited, a scissor takedown to the body is permitted.
114. When announcing disqualification by Kiken the Chief Judge will be required to signal by
pointing, with the flag, towards the starting position of the contestant in question, and then
signal Kachi (win) for the opponent.
115. Performing a scissor takedown technique (Kani Basami) to the neck area in Bunkai is not
prohibited.
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116. Distracting Judges by moving around while the opponent is performing kata can lead to the
disqualification.
117. Audible cues must be considered very serious fouls by the judges in their evaluation of the
performance of the kata.
118. The Tatami Managers will provide the RC Chairman and Secretary with a list containing 8
officials from their own Tatami after the last bout of the eliminatory rounds is finished
119. Conformance is one of the criteria of athletic performance.
120. Conformance is one of the criteria of technical performance.