The combined size of the competition area and the safety area is eight metres by eight metres.

The national flag or emblem of the competitors country may be worn on the left breast of the karate-gi jacket provided it does not exceed an overall size of 8cm by 12cm.

The karate-gi jacket must be more than three-quarters thigh length.

The karate-gi trousers must cover at least two-thirds of the shin.

The karate-gi jacket sleeve must be no longer than the bend of the wrist.

If a competitor’s karate-gi jacket sleeves are too long and a suitable replacement cannot be found in time the Referee can allow him to turn them up on the inside.

Competitors may wear 1 or 2 discreet rubber band or pony tail retainer in their hair. Ribbons, beads and other decorations are prohibited.

Earrings are allowed if they are covered with tape.

Metallic teeth (dental) braces may be worn at the competitor’s own risk if approved by the Referee and the Official Doctor.

Competitors must bow properly to each other at the start and end of the bout.

The coach may change the team fighting order during a round.