To ensure safety and fairness, the competition area must meet specific standards. Here’s what every dojo and tournament organizer should know:

📏 Fighting Area Dimensions

Feature	Requirement
Fighting Area	Minimum: 6m x 6m<br>Maximum: 10m x 10m
Neutral Zone	1 metre surrounding the fighting area
Safety Area (if possible)	Additional 1 metre beyond the neutral zone

✅ The neutral zone acts as a buffer to reduce the risk of injury and maintain fair play.

🧭 Marking Guidelines

• Officials and match areas must be marked
• These markings help maintain structure and clarity during matches.

🧘‍♂️ Surface & Visual Separation

• The fighting area should be covered with Tatami mats whenever possible.
• The neutral zone must be clearly distinguished — either by using a different color or another clear visual indicator 🎨

This helps both fighters and referees stay aware of boundaries during intense bouts.