The Kumite "Tag Team" concept was invented by Sensei Bill Viola Jr. Since then it has been adopted by tournaments across the country.

The flow of this division is "speed"

Only two (2) judges
Both judges must agree/see the point

The "switch" or "tag" command from the center is "point-tag-go" (this is a switch)

If both judges call a clash (point each way) it is a double tag out/switch

If you are scored upon, you remain in the ring until you score a point (or are subject to 3-consecutive scoring techniques)

Create your own team, or partner up with a friend(s) from another school.

Minimum of 2 players to make a team, maximum of 3 players

2-minute matches/Total Points. Each time a player scores, the scoring player must tag in a new teammate

If a player is scored on 3 consecutive times, and automatic tag is made. The “switch” or tag only takes place on the call/break by the center judge

1-time out permitted per team. The team that calls timeout, may make a switch if they choose to.