| Q: |
Is contact permitted in the points
and free style sparring? |
| A: |
No. Not for attacking or scoring techniques such
as strikes or kicks. . These are not permitted to make contact in
either Point Sparring or Freestyle Sparring. Scoring is based on
target area and control of the technique. To score, your technique
must penetrate the opponent’s guard without making contact.
Light contact is permitted, even essential, for blocking and when
creating the opening to score. |
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| Q: |
Is there a penalty for stepping out of the competition
area during sparring? |
| A: |
Possibly. The mat is normally 8m x 8m, and including a 1m safety
zone around the perimeter. The competition area is the 6m x 6m safety
area inside the safety zone. The boundary is the edge of the 6m x
6m area. The first time you step out of bounds to avoid engagement
with your opponent you will be warned, and repeated offenses will
incur penalties, enough of which could lead to disqualification. 36m2
should be enough area for competition. |
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| Q: |
Can I score more than 3 points by combining kick
and punch techniques? |
| A: |
No. The maximum you can score in any one engagement is 3 points.
A clean, undefended, head kick will score 3 points. If you have executed
a combination which involves a well placed undefended head kick you
will still only score the maximum of 3 points. |
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| Q: |
What personal protective equipment do I need for sparring events? |
| A: |
Non-contact sparring events require competitors to wear mouthguards,
gloves, shin/instep protection, groin guards (compulsory for males).
Chest guards are optional for females.
Full-contact sparring events require competitors to wear mouthguards.
It is compulsory for male competitors to also wear groin guards.
Chest guards are optional for females.
Competitors in Colts divisions (15-17 years) must also wear head
protection and shin/instep protectors. Check rules for more information. |
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| Q: |
Are the legal target areas for freestyle sparring and points sparring
events the same? |
| A: |
Freestyle sparring target areas include those in points sparring
PLUS thighs and calves. |
