COMPETITOR'S DRESS CODE
Uniforms:
| • | A minimum of a standard lightweight gi (uniform) must be worn by all competitors. |
| • | The gi (uniform) must be in good condition with no loose straps or torn areas which could cause injury to the other competitor/s, Referees and Judges or even likewise to themselves. |
| • | The sleeves of the gi must not be rolled up past the forearm. |
| • | A club badge MUST be attached and on the left hand side of the gi on the chest area. |
Shin and Instep Protectors:
| • | Must be worn by all competitors. They must be white in colour. These must also be worn under the gi trousers and not over the top of them. |
Hand Mitts:
| • | Hand mitts must be worn by all competitors and must not be so large that they impede the accuracy of the technique. They must be white in colour.
NB: Boxing type gloves and the larger freestyle type gloves (usually red or black, leather or vinyl) are not permitted to be worn by any competitor. |
Groin Guards:
| • | A groin guard is compulsory and can be worn underneath or over the top of the uniform. |
Mouth Guards:
| • | A mouth guard is also compulsory and the event will not be allowed to continue without one. If a competitor loses their mouth guard during the course of the bout then the clock must be stopped whilst the competitor replaces the mouth guard.
NB: If the above equipment is not worn, the competitor will not be permitted to continue. |
Chest Guards:
| • | Where possible, it is heavily recommended that all female competitors wear chest guards. |
Referee and Judges:
The standard dress for Male and Female Judges is:
| • | Black trousers for men |
| • | Black trousers or knee length skirts for ladies |
| • | Long sleeve white button up shirt for men |
| • | Long or short sleeve white button up shirt for ladies |
| • | GKR Tie |
| • | Black socks |
| • | Black shoes |
Time-keepers and score-keepers:
| • | Time and score-keepers may wear the same uniform as Judges and Referees. |
| • | They may if they choose however, wear a GKR Polo Shirt, with black track pants and runners. |
| Introduction |
| Referee & judge levels |
| Competition Area Overview Kata Kumite |
| Powers & Duties Chief Referee Referee Judge Arbitrator Score keeper Time keeper Kumite time-keeping summary |
| Tournament Kata Important points Competitor's guide Scoring kata Tied scores Scoring sheet Criteria Score ranges |
| Tournament kumite Starting, suspending & ending matches Scoring Penalties |
| Injuries & accidents |
| Dress requirements Competitors Officials |
| Tournament terminology |
| Referee hand signals |
| New Rules |
| Printable version |