SPARRING FORMATS EXPLAINED

WEKAF GB overview of continuous and first hit competitive sparring formats.

FORMS

Traditional and Non-Traditional. Scored on authenticity, aesthetic, and level of technical challenge.

FULL CONTACT

Fought with full armour and rattan stick. Won via most effective strikes to vulnerable targets.

FIRST HIT

Fought with padded stick. Won via first strike, with priority to head, torso, and weapon arm.