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

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Always keeping in mind both attack and defence

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The degree of power used for each movement and position in Kata

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The speed used for each movement and position in Kata

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The degree of expansion or contraction of the body in each movemnet and position in Kata

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Breath control related to the posture and movement in Kata

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Shouting at set points in Kata to demonstrate the martial spirit

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Correct positioning in movement and stance

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Remaining on guard at the completion of the Kata (i.e. back to 'Yoi') until told to relax

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In Kata, one must keep the purpose of the movement in mind