Uniform

All competitors must wear a complete (top and bottom) traditional or professional sport karate (Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, etc.) uniform in a good state of repair.  The appropriate color belt or sash must be worn in competition. Sparring:  All sparring uniforms must have sleeves that reach at least to the middle of the forearm. No T-shirts, sweats, tank tops or unapproved shoes are allowed in the sparring divisions (see sparring foot pads).   Form & Weapons:  T-shirts, tank tops and sweatshirts are allowed in form if they are part of the competitor’s official school uniform.  Uniforms in the form and weapons divisions are allowed more liberties because form is not one-on-one competition where the uniform could cause a decisive disadvantage or advantage to a competitor.  Removal of the uniform top is allowed if the removal is considered relevant to the artistic expression or safety of the competitor.  Shoes may be worn in form competition if they do not damage or mark the competition floor.