Competition Rules
The following rules are extracts from the RULES OF SHOTOKAN KARATE COMPETITION as compiled and adopted by the Shotokan Karate-Do International Federation. This section is intended as a guide only for those wishing to compete. It is recommended that a full set of rules is obtained from the Secretary of the SKIEF, details of which can be found on the Shotokan Karate International Web Page.INDIVIDUAL EVENTS
Men's Kumite 16-39 years(Any Grade)
Boy's Kumite 12-13 years(3Kyu+)
Boy's Kumite 13-14 years(3Kyu+)
Women's Individual Kumite(Any Grade)
Girl's Kumite 12-13 years(3Kyu+)
Girl's Kumite 13-14 years(3Kyu+)
Veteran's Kata(40 and over)
Veteran's Kumite(40 and over)
TEAM EVENTS
3 man Team Kumite 16+(Any Grade)
Boy's Team Kumite 12-15 years(3Kyu+)
3 Adult Team Kata
3 Children Team Kata