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This Competition Rules Page gives general rules for Shotocup events.
Each event may have its own event-specific rules, divisions, schedule, and equipment requirements.
Where an event-specific rule conflicts with this page, the event-specific rule applies.
Shotocup events use rules designed to support fair, safe, organized competition.
All athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and spectators must follow:
Karate events generally follow WKF-style rules unless stated otherwise.
This may include rules for:
Shotocup may adjust rules for local event needs, youth safety, novice divisions, foundation divisions, or special formats.
Taekwondo events follow the rules listed for the specific event.
Events may include:
Taekwondo events may be open to old Korean styles in Bermuda where stated by the event.
Kobudo divisions may include traditional weapons forms where listed for the event.
Athletes must use safe, appropriate equipment.
Officials may inspect weapons for safety.
Unsafe weapons may be refused.
Shotocup may create divisions based on:
Shotocup reserves the right to combine, split, move, or cancel divisions.
This supports safety, fairness, and event flow.
Athletes must check in on time.
Athletes should arrive early and stay ready for their division.
Athletes who miss check-in or arrive late may be disqualified or removed from the division.
Athletes must wear the uniform required for their event and division.
Karate athletes usually wear a clean white gi unless the event states otherwise.
Taekwondo athletes should wear appropriate taekwondo gear or uniform as stated by the event.
Uniforms must be clean, safe, and suitable for competition.
Athletes must bring required protective equipment.
Required equipment may include:
Shotocup does not guarantee extra equipment.
For karate events, Shotocup does not provide red or blue gloves, belts, or personal competition gear unless stated in writing.
Athletes must register in the correct division.
Shotocup may request proof of:
False information may lead to disqualification without refund.
Only approved coaches may enter coaching areas.
Coaches must follow event rules and staff instructions.
Coaches may be removed for misconduct, abuse, interference, or unsafe behavior.
Referee and judge decisions are final unless the event provides a formal review process.
Spectator video, social media posts, or informal complaints do not automatically change results.
If a protest process is available, the process must be followed.
Protests must be respectful and submitted through the correct person or desk.
Shotocup may reject protests that are late, abusive, incomplete, or outside the rules.
Shotocup may award medals, trophies, certificates, rankings points, or other recognition.
Results are recorded based on official brackets and scorekeeping.
Shotocup reserves the right to correct clerical errors.
Shotocup may stop a match, remove an athlete, require equipment correction, or deny participation where safety is a concern.
Athlete safety takes priority over competition results.