Karate Weapons

Karate Weapons forms must use traditional moves only. A traditional form / Kata must resemble a traditional work; only traditional Japaneses Katas and Japaneses traditional Weapons, for example a real “Oak BO” are allowed (JKA) and not a plastic Weapon.

A freestyle form is not acceptable (no machine-gun kicking, etc.). A traditional GI white must be worn, 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.