First, due to its long history of development, Chinese martial arts have evolved into many styles and sub-branches, each with its unique forms and practice methods. There is not currently a logical and objective system of evaluation that is applicable to all the traditional forms.

Second, the current Wushu compulsory forms competition has extremely narrow limits, which negates and neglects the rich characteristics of tradition martial arts. Many styles are left out in the cold because they cannot complete on their own grounds. If this trend continues, it will ultimately lead to significant loss to the rich cultural heritage of traditional Chinese martial arts.

Many of the historical terms of classification in Chinese martial arts such as internal styles, external styles, southern fist, northern kicks etc. have little to do with reality and can be very misleading.

After years of research and testing, we have discovered that all of the forms in traditional Chinese martial arts can be grouped into several categories according to its own movement characteristics and practice method.

We are planning to put this method of grouping into place for our annual tournament as well as for CMGC's. All traditional forms will be grouped into eight categories using the above method. Each will have its own judging criteria designed specially to reflect the characteristics of those forms that fit within its definition.

Because this is a new attempt on our parts, we are fully aware of the potential inadequacies and problems that may arise and we humbly invite all our martial arts seniors, fellow enthusiasts and competitors to provide us with their insights and opinions on this matter.

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Refers to the actual makeup of the Form. Whether the techniques in the form are logically related to the weapon used and whether techniques are logically consistent with combat purposes. Also refers to the flow and rhythm of the form and the elegance of movements.

Refers to the ability of the performer to bring out the intensity and convey intended purpose of techniques demonstrated. Performers must demonstrate an understanding of the use of the form.

Refers to the ability to move with grace and flow throughout. The ability to maintain good stances and balance in motion and the ability to shift weight and direction at will without compromising flow and rhythm.

Refers to the ability to generate Jin (Power) through proper body coordination and the ability to transmit this power through the weapon used. Movements must be clearly focused on intended imaginary target. The body must move in unison with the weapon. The ability to lead the weapon and not be led by the weapon.

Two other areas of 5 points each rounds out the total.

Refers to the difficulty of movement. Not only referring to movements that require extraordinary agility or flexibility but also the extraordinary ability to make the difficult look easy. Exceptional level of smoothness and flow, for instance, would qualify. So is the ability to handle very difficult or heavy weapon smoothly and easily.

Refers to the type of material used in construction of the weapon used and its weight and substance. Light, thin, insubstantial type of weapons such as those regularly used in Wushu competition will receive no points in this category. Most regular Long Chuan Swords, combat steel weapons and solid wood more than 1 ½ inch in diameter is acceptable and will automatically receive the full 5 points.

1. One point for successful score to the head. Tap only. Any more contact prohibited.
2. Two points for successful score to the torso area protected by the body protector.
3. Two points for a successful grab of the opponent’s kick without being kicked first.
4. Three points for successfully executed simultaneous block (includes jamming, holding, grabbing and trapping) and strike without being score upon by the opponent at the same time.

• Elbow strikes, knee strikes, throws, takedown, joint locks, choke holds, low sweeps or striking at any non-designated area.
• Uncontrolled turning blind techniques.
• Leg blocks are permitted provided leg is bent. If extended, it may be regarded as a kick or sweep to non-designated area and therefore a violation.
• If above violation is deemed unintentional, depending on severity and potential of injury, may result in a point given to the opponent or disqualification.
• If one or both participants drop their defense and only engage in trading blows, a warning will be issued. Second warning will result in 1 point awarded to the opponent. Third warning will result in disqualification. No blows struck in this fashion will result in any point score.

• Two minutes fighting time (does not include time between each stop and restart).
• The first opponent to reach five points wins.
• If no one reaches five points at end of match, the person with highest score wins.
• If a tie occurs at end of match, match will go into overtime—the first to score wins.

• Headgear with face mask (provided)
• Body protector (provided)
• 6 oz sparring gloves, finger must be covered. (bring your own)
• Foot guard, toes covered (bring your own)
• Groin protector, mouth guard (bring your own)

• shin guard, arm guard, knee guard, elbow pads

• The highest mark is being granted to the best performer.
• The standard grade depends on the level, i.e. Senior Level, Intermediate Level or Novice Level.

II. The grading result is determined by the presentation ability of the participant:

• Participant will be graded as standard when the form meets the expected standard for its level.
• When the form is exceeds the expected standard for its level, the participant should get an above level grade. But not over the highest grade.
• When the form does not meet the expected standard for its level, the participant should get a below level grade.

Example: Total Explosive Power Type

Name of Participant:  _________________________________________

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1. Anyone who disagrees with the scored mark must submit a $200.00 deposit. A special evaluation committee will be convened to re-evaluate the situation. There will be no refund if the scored mark is determined to be correct. If the score was incorrect, the participant will get a different grade and the deposit will be refunded.
2. Participant can register for up to 3 categories, and the fee is $50.00—absolutely no refund.
3. Adults are 15 years old and above; children are 14 years old and under.

12 ft × 12 ft square. Area padded with mats and boundary marked.

1. Successfully cause the opponent to step on or out of the boundary line with one or both feet (1 pt.)
2. Successfully cause any part of the opponent’s body, other than his/her two feet, to touch the ground. (2 pt)

1. Attack or contact in prohibited areas.
2. While lower limbs may contact with the opponent’s lower limbs, no kicking, sweeping, stomping, stepping on, or hooking are allowed.
3. Punching, striking, elbowing, kneeing, poking, gauging, biting, spitting, joint lock, joint break, seizing and grabbing of clothing, use of other objects are prohibited.

• Unintentional: verbal warning, 3 verbal warnings will result in 1 actual warning and 1 pt awarded to the opponent.
• Intentional (no potential to injure): 1 actual warning and 1 pt awarded to the opponent.
• Intentional (potential to injure or actual injury): immediate disqualification.

• Helmet (provided by C.C.K.S.F)
• Mouth guard, groin protector (bring your own)

• Any use of any lubricant, grease, oil, etc. on any part of the body
• Any hard objects on the person (rings, watches, bracelets, belt buckles, etc.)

1. Competition area is 15’ X 15’ square. Boundary and center marked. No barriers.
2. Format is a Point Stop mode. Stopping upon scoring. Continue unless judge or referee signals stop.
3. Scoring:
1. Successfully hit your opponent with your weapon on any part of his/her body except throat, neck and groin without being struck 1 point.
2. Successfully hit opponent with your weapon on above-mentioned area without being struck while holding or trapping the opponents weapon hand, 2 points.
3. Ground techniques allowed.
4. Loss of point if you:
1. Drop your weapon, 1 point awarded to the opponent.>
2. Both feet outside boundary, 1 point awarded to the opponent. Ground techniques allowed.
5. Violations:
1. Punch/Kick. Grab your opponent’s weapon or anywhere other than his/her weapon arm.
2. Hit an opponent’s throat, neck and groin.
6. Penalty:
1. If deemed unintentional, 1 warning, 3 warnings results in 1 point to opponent.
2. If deemed intentional, 1 warning, 3 warnings results in 1 point to opponent or disqualification depending on severity of violation and potential of injury.
7. Equipment:
1. Helmet, body protector and gloves are mandatory and provided;
2. Groin protector is mandatory (bring your own);
3. Arm pads, shin pads, kneepads, elbow pads and should pads are optional (bring your own).
8. Length of match:
1. 2 minutes fighting time (not including time between each stop and restart)
2. First to score 5 points win.
3. If no one score 5 points at end of match, one with highest score wins.
4. If there is a tie, first to score in overtime wins.

1. The ring will be 15’ X 24’ boundary and center marked. No barriers.
2. Scoring by successfully striking, poking or jabbing the opponent with the front end of the weapon on his/her body other than throat, neck, groin and forearm without being struck.
3. It is a violation to use the backend of the weapon to strike the opponent. No slashing, smashing or throwing your weapon at the opponent allowed.