Traditional Self-Defense

The player(s) being judged may only use martial arts techniques and gymnastics in both offensive and defensive situations. Judging will be based on the player(s’) ability at offensive and defensive techniques only, not on the ability of the people used as props. The performance will consist of as many routines as the player wishes to perform in the allowed time. Dialogued skits are not allowed, but the player at his discretion may or may not explain each set and may or may not perform each set slowly before executing it. No other dialog is allowed. Music is not allowed.

● Techniques Not Allowed

• Dialog (other than to explain the routine)
• Use of props (other than people, weapons, a chair and a table) and techniques other than martial arts techniques by the player being scored.
• Skits and music are not allowed.

● Techniques Allowed - all

● Judging Emphasis is placed on:

• PERFECTION OF TECHNIQUE - Stances, kicks, hand techniques, locks/holds and throws
• PERFORMANCE and ENERGY - Kicks, hand techniques and throws
• BASICS - Speed, power, kiai, focus, balance, breathing
• DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY - Kicks, hand techniques, locks/holds and throws