Official Regulation

Competition
Rules &
Standards

The United Taekwon-do Association of Kerala maintains strict adherence to international standards for safety, fairness, and technical excellence.

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General Etiquette

Conduct of Competitors

  • • Competitors must bow to the Jury Table and their opponents before and after each bout.
  • • Maintaining the spirit of "Indomitable Spirit" and "Courtesy" is mandatory at all times.
  • • Excessive celebration or disrespectful gestures are grounds for immediate disqualification.

Coaching Rules

  • • Only one designated coach is allowed at the ringside per competitor.
  • • Coaches must remain seated during the active round.
  • • Interference with officials' decisions is strictly prohibited.
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Sparring (Matsogi)

Scoring System

  • 1 Point Hand attack to Mid/High level
  • 1 Points Foot attack to Mid level
  • 2 Points Foot attack to High level
  • 2 Points Jumping/Flying kick to Mid level
  • 3 Points Jumping/Flying kick to High level
  • 2 Points 180° kick to Mid level
  • 3 Points 180° kick to High level
  • 3 Points Jumping/Flying 180° kick to Mid level
  • 4 Points Jumping/Flying 180° kick to High level
  • 4 Points Jumping/Flying 360° kick to Mid level
  • 5 Points Jumping/Flying 360° kick to High level

Prohibited Techniques

  • • Attacks to the back or below the belt line.
  • • Use of elbows, knees, or head for striking.
  • • Excessive contact or uncontrolled techniques.
  • • Attacking a fallen opponent.

Safety Note

Continuous semi-contact rules apply. Points are awarded only when the technique is performed with correct balance, posture, and precise distance control.

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Patterns (Tul)

01

Technical Content

Precision of movement, correct tool usage, and adherence to the sine-wave motion.

02

Power & Control

Dynamic acceleration, breath control, and the "snap" at the moment of impact.

03

Rhythm & Focus

Continuous flow, timing, and eye contact (Gazul) throughout the pattern.

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Special Technique

Special technique demonstrations showcase the breaking power and precision of Taekwon-Do. Competitors perform board breaks or power demonstrations at various heights and angles.

Judging Criteria

  • • Degree of difficulty of the technique
  • • Height and distance achieved
  • • Accuracy of target impact
  • • Technical form and landing

Safety Requirements

  • • Proper landing mats must be in place
  • • Board holders must be trained officials
  • • Medical personnel must be present
  • • Competitors may attempt up to 3 times
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Uniform Requirements

The Dobok

  • • Official UTAK/ITF style white dobok only.
  • • Black Belt ranks must have black trim on the bottom of the jacket.
  • • UTAK emblem must be fixed on the left chest.

Protective Equipment

  • • Hand and feet protectors (Red or Blue per corner).
  • • Head guard and mouth guard are mandatory.
  • • Groin guard must be worn inside the dobok.