Gladiator Students are armed with a "sword" and "shield" with the aim to block a blow from the opponent whilst at the same time striking the student on the chest, arms or legs.  Goal: defence, attack, defence	Slam! Students rush at each other with punching pads with the aim to push the other opponent off the mat. The primary skill is body shifting (Tai Sabaki) so you don't take the opponent's full power head-on. It is a skill that the kids will already have by the time that they make it to an advanced class.  Goal: speed and balance
Bridge of Death Students balance upon a "rickety bridge" and swing a small soft weight at the opponent with the aim of un-balancing their opponent from the bridge. Blows can be blocked Goal: defence, balance	King of the Mat This is a semi-form of judo where the aim is to push or roll the opponent completely from the mat.  Goal: strength, balance
Crocodile Combat Students on their hands and feets (knees or elbows cannot touch the mat) face each other with the intention of pulling the opponent down. When the opponent puts all their weight on one hand, that is the time to attack.  Goal: upper body strength, coordination	Lizard Race Students are joined with a moderately long ribbon. The goal is to pull the opponent down or reach their side of the mat Goal: upper body strength, balance, speed
Kata Students pit their skills against an equally graded student and demonstrate their kata skills. Judged by three Sensei's, the winner receives the highest number of flags. This is a more serious aspect of our tournament that rewards a student's training and concentration	Star Wars Each dojo is a gladiator in a "all for one" affair where the intention is to hit and not be hit by the opposing dojo. With many students on the mat at once, awareness is the key in this game.  Goal: defence, awareness
Kumite Higher graded students can compete in medium contact sparring. Protective gear must be worn and student scores points from well scored strikes or kicks to the opponent. Defence is very important aspect in this event