Competitors Tournament Form
Competitor FAQ for tournament
Date & Schedule
Date: Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Schedule:
10:00 am – 10:40 am: Competitor check-in and weigh-in. During this time, all participants must check-in, be weighed, have their sparring kit approved, and ensure all forms are signed by a parent, guardian, or instructor.
11:00 am: Tournament commences.
Location & Accessibility
Address: UNIT 3, Wharf Road Industrial Estate, Wharf Rd, Woodston, Peterborough PE2 9PS
Accessibility Note: Please be aware that this event will take place on the first floor of the building, and unfortunately, we do not have wheelchair access. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
All competitors must complete the full check-in process on Saturday, October 18th, between 10:00 am and 10:40 am.
During this window, each participant must:
Confirm their full name and age.
Complete their official weigh-in.
Present their full sparring kit for inspection (this includes gloves, shin pads, and a groin guard for male competitors).
Upon successful check-in, competitors will receive a bracelet that must be worn at all times throughout the event.
Punctuality is essential. The check-in desk will close promptly at 10:40 am. We strongly advise arriving at least 20-30 minutes early to allow sufficient time for preparation. Any competitor not fully checked in by the 10:40 am deadline will be disqualified from the tournament with no exceptions.
Anticipated Finish Time: The tournament is expected to finish by 17.30.
Full, Tidy, White Uniform: Competitors must wear a full white GI (kimono) – trousers, a top, and a belt, and girls must wear a white and plain T-shirt.
Tournament Requirement: Missing any uniform item disqualifies the student with no exceptions.
Refund Policy: Competitors or visitors not showing up will not be issued a refund for tickets.
First Aid: First aid services will be available on-site for any medical emergencies.
Notification: Competitors with known medical conditions should inform the organizers in advance of necessary arrangements.
The HAITO 3rd KYOKUSHIN KARATE NOVICE KIDS & JUNIORS KUMITE TOURNAMENT, emphasizes discipline, fairness and opportunity for new fighters. The scoring system is adjusted for novice competitors, with a lower threshold for strikes to the legs and body compared to adult competitions (no strikes or straight kicks to the head). Light contact with the head guard is allowed only with a specific kick Mawashi Geri (Round Kick), potentially earning a Wazari (point).
To ensure fair and safe matchups, competitors will be organised into divisions based on the following criteria:
Eligibility
Experience: A minimum of 3 months of martial arts training is required.
Belt Rank: The tournament is open to all students up to and including 1st KYU (or equivalent).
Division Structure
Age Groups: Competitors will be placed into the following age categories: Under 8 (U8), Under 10 (U10), Under 12 (U12), Under 14 (U14), and Under 16 (U16).
Gender: Male and female participants will compete in separate divisions.
Weight Categories: Within each age and gender category, competitors will be divided into ‘lighter’ and ‘heavier’ groups based on their weigh-in. A ‘middleweight’ group may be added if a division has a particularly large number of entrants.
Division Merging Policy
We aim for a minimum of three competitors per division. In the event a category has insufficient entries, it may be merged with the next closest and most appropriate division by age and weight to ensure everyone has a chance to compete. The final decision on all division mergers rests with the event organisers.
Round lengths and the procedure for resolving draws are set according to the competitor’s age category.
Round Durations
U8 & U10: 1 minute (60 seconds)
U12 & U14: 1.5 minutes (90 seconds)
U16: 2 minutes (120 seconds)
Draw Resolution Procedure If a match is tied at the end of the main round, the following steps will be taken to determine a winner:
Extension Round: An additional round of the same duration will be fought.
Weight Decision: If the match is still a draw after the extension round, the competitors’ official weights from the weigh-in are compared. The lighter competitor will be declared the winner, provided there is a weight difference of 5kg or more.
Final Sudden-Death Round: If the weight difference is less than 5kg, a final extension round will be fought. The first competitor to score a point (Wazari or Ippon) will be declared the winner.
Coaches: Competitors may be accompanied by coaches, but they must not interfere during the match.
Only one coach per organization is permitted free entry and must register in advance via email at gabi@haitokarate.com
Assistant Roles: Coaches and assistants should support competitors from designated areas and refrain from direct involvement in performances.
Real-time Display: Scores and results will be displayed in real-time for participants and spectators to follow.
Transparency: The scoring system will be transparent, with judges’ decisions explained if requested by competitors or coaches.
Criteria: Judges will evaluate performances based on predetermined criteria.
Overview: A comprehensive list of tournament rules and regulations will be provided to all competitors before the event.
Compliance: Competitors must adhere to the established rules throughout the tournament.
Code of Conduct: Respectful and sportsmanlike behaviour is expected; any misconduct may result in disqualification.
Dispute Resolution: Any disputes regarding judging decisions should be brought to the attention of the tournament organizers promptly and respectfully.
Attendance: All competitors are expected to attend the award ceremony to receive recognition and prizes.
Prizes: Details regarding prizes and awards will be announced during the ceremony.
Respectful Behaviour: Participants and spectators are expected to remain respectful during the award ceremony not depending on their results.
Applause: Applauding all competitors is encouraged, irrespective of outcomes, to foster a positive and supportive atmosphere.