Karate Kata

Karate Kata (KK) Forms are traditional forms derived in a Karate discipline. Taikwondo and other hardstyle forms are not allowed.

Karate Kata forms must use traditional moves only. A traditional form / Kata must resemble a traditional work; only traditional japaness Katas are allowed (JKA).

A freestyle form is not acceptable (no machine-gun kicking etc.). A traditional GI white must be worn, no use of weapons, no music is allowed, no time limit.Scoring, judges should be looking for:Basic techniques, Stances, Punches, and Kicks executed with balance, Blocks, Balance, Strength, and Focus.

For a full list of rules and regulations, please download the official WKU forms rule set: Forms Rules