What changes the result
The rules behind the moments commentators get excited about. They build on the beginner rules.
I · Intermediate · 10 rules · Step 2 of 4The bout
Scoring
- What does a karate technique need in order to score?A technique scores only if it meets six criteria together: good form, sporting attitude, vigorous application, awareness of the opponent during and after, good timing and correct distance.
- What is senshu in karate?Senshu is the advantage given to the athlete who scores first without the opponent also scoring in the same exchange.
- What happens if a karate bout ends level?If a bout ends level and nobody holds senshu, the athlete with more ippons wins, then the one with more waza-aris.
Fouls and penalties
- What is not allowed in karate kumite?Kumite forbids anything that cannot be controlled or that avoids the fight.
- What are the warnings and penalties in karate?Fouls are punished on one ladder.
- What happens when a karate athlete steps off the mat?Jogai is called when any part of an athlete's body touches the floor outside the competition area.