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Kata Rules and Evaluation
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Karate Knowledge Center
Professional Karate Education, Competition Knowledge, and Refereeing Resources
The SHOTOKAN Karate Regina Knowledge Center provides educational resources for karate athletes, coaches, referees, parents, and competition officials. Explore professional information about karate refereeing, Kata, Kumite, Para Karate, competition preparation, coaching, terminology, and athlete development.
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The refereeing library is available now. Additional categories will open only when reviewed educational material is ready.
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Karate Refereeing Education
Rules, judging procedures, competition standards, and verified educational resources.
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Kumite Rules and Match Management
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12 verified documents available
5 pages
General Refereeing
Conditions and Requirements for Referees 2026
WKF document outlining conditions and participation requirements for referees at specified 2026 events.
- Version
- 2026
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
30 pages
Kata Rules
WKF Kata Competition Rules
Official WKF Kata Competition Rules, valid from 1 January 2026.
- Version
- Rules Version 2026.0
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
59 pages
Kumite Rules
WKF Kumite Competition Rules
Official WKF Kumite Competition Rules, valid from 1 January 2026.
- Version
- Rules Version 2026.01
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
34 pages
Para Karate
WKF Para Karate Kata Competition Rules
Official WKF Para Karate Kata Competition Rules, valid from 1 January 2026.
- Version
- Rules Version 2026.0
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
31 pages
Educational Presentations
WKF Two Judges, One Referee and One Kansa Judging System
WKF study and teaching presentation for the two-judge, one-referee and one-Kansa judging system.
- Version
- January 2026
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
260 pages
Educational Presentations
WKF Kumite Competition Rules Study Guide
WKF visual presentation for studying or teaching the Kumite Competition Rules effective 1 January 2026.
- Version
- January 2026
- Last reviewed
- Jul 16, 2026
Rules update notice
Competition rules and procedures may be updated by the relevant governing organizations. Visitors should always confirm that they are consulting the latest applicable official rules.