kumite
Martial arts duel
Kumite is free sparring in karate and other Japanese martial arts, where practitioners face off against opponents rather than performing choreographed sequences alone.
The word contrasts with kata, which are solo forms.
Kumite ranges from controlled point-scoring matches to full-contact fighting: We practiced kumite after warming up with basic drills.
Martial arts student
Martial arts school
- senseiJapanese word for teacher
- giMartial arts uniform
- opponentOne who contends against
- footworkSkilled lower-limb movement
guard · counterstrike · punching · kicking · blocking · feinting · parrying · clinching
Physical or verbal conflict
- boutLimited stretch of something
- clashViolent disagreement or collision
- confrontationDirect hostile encounter
- engagementCommitment to wed or attend
exchange · attack · defense · strategy · timing · distance · pressure · aggression
Developing abilities through practice
- focusConcentrated attention point
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- respectRegard with honor
etiquette · dedication · bushido · meditation · harmony · balance · kiai · spirit
Support or category
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- roundsAmmunition or bout divisions
- finalsConcluding tests or matches
- trophyAward for winning
referee · judges · scoreboard · championship · qualifiers · competitors · matchup · aka
karateka
Martial arts student
dojo
Martial arts school
footwork · guard · counterstrike · punching · kicking · blocking · feinting · parrying · clinching · grappling
fight
Physical or verbal conflict
- boutLimited stretch of something
- clashViolent disagreement or collision
- confrontationDirect hostile encounter
engagement · exchange · attack · defense · strategy · timing · distance · pressure · aggression · counter
training
Developing abilities through practice
- focusConcentrated attention point
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
respect · etiquette · dedication · bushido · meditation · harmony · balance · kiai · spirit · bowing
bracket
Support or category
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- roundsAmmunition or bout divisions
- finalsConcluding tests or matches
trophy · referee · judges · scoreboard · championship · qualifiers · competitors · matchup · aka · tatami
kumitekata
Martial arts movement pattern
solo practice · forms · shadow boxing · bag work · basics