KATA Shotokan Karate

1. Heian Shodan
2. Heian Nidan
3. Heian Sandan
4. Heian Yondan
5. Heian Godan
6. Tekki Shodan

1. proper sequence of movement
2. observing the 3 key elements of Kata: levels of strength, contraction and expansion of the body and change in the speed of the techniques
3. power and accuracy in performance of basic techniques
4. following the proper course of direction and accuracy in returning to the starting position or Embusen
5. overall performance and illustrating the essential characteristics of the chosen Kata
6. correct eye contact or Chakugan
7. fighting spirit and effort
8. proper use of stance and posture or Kamae and the ability to focus the mind or Zanshin
9. proper frame of mind
10. accuracy in transforming the body parts into "weapons" of attack and defense
11. accuracy in reaching the point of target
12. if there are any exaggerated movements
13. intentional change to the set flow of the Kata
14. synchronization of performance in Team Kata

(from Item 37 of JKA TOURNAMENT RULES AND REGULATION)

7. Bassai Dai
8. Kanku Dai
9. Jion
10. Empi

11. Tekki Nidan
12. Tekki Sandan
13. Hangetsu
14. Jitte
15. Gankaku
16. Bassai Sho
17. Kanku Sho

Bassai Dai (Sentei Kata)