WKF Kumite Exam 2025
Q1: What are the valid scoring techniques in WKF Kumite?
A1: The valid scoring techniques include:
Ippon (3 points): Jodan kicks (head kicks) and any scoring technique on a fallen
opponent.
Waza-ari (2 points): Chudan kicks (midsection kicks).
Yuko (1 point): Punches (Tsuki) to the head (Jodan) or body (Chudan).
Q2: How long is a standard WKF Kumite match?
A2:
Men’s Senior: 3 minutes.
,Women’s Senior: 2 minutes.
Junior & Cadet: 2 minutes.
Team Matches: 3 minutes per match.
Q3: What is "Senshu" in WKF Kumite?
A3: "Senshu" is the first unopposed point advantage rule. If a match ends in a tie (0-0
or any other draw), the competitor who scored the first point without immediate
retaliation gets the victory.
Q4: What is a "Hansoku" in Kumite?
A4: "Hansoku" is a disqualification due to serious rule violations or accumulated
penalties (Hansoku-Chui followed by Hansoku).
Q5: Can a competitor win by point difference?
A5: Yes, a match ends early if there is an 8-point difference between the
competitors.
Penalties & Warnings
Q6: What are the three categories of penalties in WKF Kumite?
A6:
Category 1: Excessive contact, dangerous techniques, attacks to forbidden areas
(neck, throat, joints, groin).
Category 2: Avoiding combat, wasting time, stepping out of the area,
unsportsmanlike behavior.
Hansoku: Disqualification due to severe violations.
Q7: What is a "Mubobi" penalty?
A7: A Mubobi penalty is given when a competitor fails to defend properly and gets
hit due to negligence.
Q8: What happens if both competitors receive Hansoku?
A8: If both competitors are disqualified (Hansoku), they both lose the match, and no
winner is declared.
, Referee & Judge Decisions
Q9: How many referees are there in a WKF Kumite match?
A9: There are 5 officials:
1 Central Referee (Shushin)
4 Judges (Fukushin)
Q10: What hand signal does a referee use for Ippon (3 points)?
A10: The referee raises one arm fully upward with palm open.
Q11: What does "Torimasen" mean in Kumite?
A11: "Torimasen" means no score—the technique lacked correct form, power, or
timing.
Q12: What is the difference between “Aka” and “Ao” in Kumite?
A12: Aka (red) and Ao (blue) are the two competitors in a match, distinguished by
their belts and gloves.
Miscellaneous & Advanced Rules
Q13: Can a competitor wear glasses in Kumite?
A13: No, competitors cannot wear glasses during Kumite. They can use contact
lenses if needed.
Q14: What happens if a competitor is injured and cannot continue?
A14: If the injury is caused by an opponent’s illegal action, the injured competitor
wins by Kiken (withdrawal). If it’s due to their own mistake, they forfeit the match.
Q15: What is "Shikkaku" in Kumite?
A15: Shikkaku means total disqualification from the entire tournament due to
serious misconduct.Q16: What are the three key criteria for a valid scoring technique
in Kumite?
A16: A valid technique must have:
Q1: What are the valid scoring techniques in WKF Kumite?
A1: The valid scoring techniques include:
Ippon (3 points): Jodan kicks (head kicks) and any scoring technique on a fallen
opponent.
Waza-ari (2 points): Chudan kicks (midsection kicks).
Yuko (1 point): Punches (Tsuki) to the head (Jodan) or body (Chudan).
Q2: How long is a standard WKF Kumite match?
A2:
Men’s Senior: 3 minutes.
,Women’s Senior: 2 minutes.
Junior & Cadet: 2 minutes.
Team Matches: 3 minutes per match.
Q3: What is "Senshu" in WKF Kumite?
A3: "Senshu" is the first unopposed point advantage rule. If a match ends in a tie (0-0
or any other draw), the competitor who scored the first point without immediate
retaliation gets the victory.
Q4: What is a "Hansoku" in Kumite?
A4: "Hansoku" is a disqualification due to serious rule violations or accumulated
penalties (Hansoku-Chui followed by Hansoku).
Q5: Can a competitor win by point difference?
A5: Yes, a match ends early if there is an 8-point difference between the
competitors.
Penalties & Warnings
Q6: What are the three categories of penalties in WKF Kumite?
A6:
Category 1: Excessive contact, dangerous techniques, attacks to forbidden areas
(neck, throat, joints, groin).
Category 2: Avoiding combat, wasting time, stepping out of the area,
unsportsmanlike behavior.
Hansoku: Disqualification due to severe violations.
Q7: What is a "Mubobi" penalty?
A7: A Mubobi penalty is given when a competitor fails to defend properly and gets
hit due to negligence.
Q8: What happens if both competitors receive Hansoku?
A8: If both competitors are disqualified (Hansoku), they both lose the match, and no
winner is declared.
, Referee & Judge Decisions
Q9: How many referees are there in a WKF Kumite match?
A9: There are 5 officials:
1 Central Referee (Shushin)
4 Judges (Fukushin)
Q10: What hand signal does a referee use for Ippon (3 points)?
A10: The referee raises one arm fully upward with palm open.
Q11: What does "Torimasen" mean in Kumite?
A11: "Torimasen" means no score—the technique lacked correct form, power, or
timing.
Q12: What is the difference between “Aka” and “Ao” in Kumite?
A12: Aka (red) and Ao (blue) are the two competitors in a match, distinguished by
their belts and gloves.
Miscellaneous & Advanced Rules
Q13: Can a competitor wear glasses in Kumite?
A13: No, competitors cannot wear glasses during Kumite. They can use contact
lenses if needed.
Q14: What happens if a competitor is injured and cannot continue?
A14: If the injury is caused by an opponent’s illegal action, the injured competitor
wins by Kiken (withdrawal). If it’s due to their own mistake, they forfeit the match.
Q15: What is "Shikkaku" in Kumite?
A15: Shikkaku means total disqualification from the entire tournament due to
serious misconduct.Q16: What are the three key criteria for a valid scoring technique
in Kumite?
A16: A valid technique must have:
