Yoi No Kisin (The spirit of getting ready)
Inyo (The active and passive)
Chikara No Kyojaku (The manner of using strength)
Waza No Kankyu (The speed of movement)
Tai No Shinshuku (The degree of expansion or contraction)
Kokyu (Breathing)
Kiai (Shouting)
Keitai No Hoji (Correct positioning)
Zanshin (Remaining on guard)
Tyakugan (The aiming points)
The concentration of will and mind against the opponent as a preliminary to the movements of the Kata
Always keeping in mind both attack and defence
The degree of power used for each movement and position in Kata
The speed used for each movement and position in Kata
The degree of expansion or contraction of the body in each movemnet and position in Kata
Breath control related to the posture and movement in Kata
Shouting at set points in Kata to demonstrate the martial spirit
Correct positioning in movement and stance
Remaining on guard at the completion of the Kata (i.e. back to 'Yoi') until told to relax
In Kata, one must keep the purpose of the movement in mind