Conduct: Conduct yourselves at all times with confidence, respectfulness and good manners. Maintain a friendly aloof manner. At your station you are in charge. Avoid familiarity with any competitor. Render all judgments immediately and fairly. Do not hesitate to warn any one of disrespectful behavior and, if, it continues report, or, disqualify him. In the Kumite rings, the Center Referee is in charge at all times. He may be replaced only by the Tournament Director. Help keep the enjoyment level, of being in the competitions, high; especially for the lower grades. You are a role model; be a good one. Try to keep the "magic" alive.
Judging: The rules for Weapons Kata are exactly the same as the rules for Empty Hand Kata with these exceptions: