2ND DARUMA
KARATE CUP
- Budo Karate Dojo is proud to announce our 2nd Daruma Karate Cup, which will take place on April 6th, 2024 at 9:30 am at the Everett Recreation Center in Everett-Massachusetts.
- Open Karate competition. All styles of Karate are welcome.
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Everett Recreation Center
47 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149 - Check-in 08:00 a.m
- Tournament begins at 9:30 am.
BRIEF DARUMA HISTORY
Bodhidharma (Daruma) was a semi-legendary Buddhist monk who lived during the 5th or 6th century. He is traditionally credited as the transmitter of Buddhism to China, and regarded as its first Chinese patriarch. According to Chinese legend, he also began the physical training of the monks of Shaolin Monastery that led to the creation of Shaolin kungfu. He is known as Dámó in China and as Daruma in Japan. His name means “dharma of awakening (bodhi)” in Sanskrit.
Bodhidharma (Daruma) is also credited with the founding of the martial arts beginning with Kalaripayattu. Today, a number of karate components such as kiba dachi, Sanchin kata, etc. are attributed to the great monk.
EARLY DISCOUNT NOW
- Early registration by March 31st - $55
- Registration at the door - $65 (cash-only)
- Spectator fee - $10
- Spectator under 5’s - Free
SUMMARY OF THE DARUMA CUP RULES
1º Rule
Each competitor, referee, and judge MUST wear a complete traditional white karate Gi.
2º Rule
Safety equipment
Mandatory: Hand gloves, Mouth guard, protective cup (male).
Optional: Head gear / Face Shield (recommended); Chest protector (female), Shin & instep.
3º Rule
Fingernails and toenails MUST be clipped.
4º Rule
Competitors MUST NOT wear any jewelry.
5º Rule
If a competitor fails to appear in the ring on time, that competitor will be disqualified.
6º Rule
LEGAL TARGETS include the chest, stomach, face, sides of neck, kidneys, and back. NON LEGAL TARGETS include groin, eyes, throat and spine. in ALL KUMITE DIVISIONS.
7º Rule
The competitor will be immediately disqualified in case of: excessive or malicious contact, any display of poor sportsmanship or disrespect, failure to wear proper uniform, or safety equipment, falsifying age, rank, or any other registration information.
8º Rule
Kumite matches will be 3 points.
Black belt matches will be 5 points.
9º Rule
Winners will receive their awards as their respective divisions finish.
10º Rule
We also reserve the right to combine any category that not have 4 or more competitors.
