The rules are based upon common sense. These are easy to judge and creates speed as the scoring factor, not power. 

1. Official Swords are 90cm in length.
2. Swords are foam covered and have an element of safety incorporated.
3. Head guards with clear visors are required.
4. Rounds are start / stop. When a point is scored, opponents return to their start positions.
5. Rounds are not timed, but first one to 12 points.
6. If both opponents are not attempting to strike and the scores are even, the match is a draw.
7. If both opponents are not attempting to strike and the scores are not even, the judge may invoke a time limit to the match to speed up a result.
8. Excessive force is discouraged and maybe penalised at the discretion of the judge.
9. There are no age groups, but size is the key factor. Up to 1.2m, up to 1.45m, up to 1.70m, over 1.71m are the official categories.
10. Points are: Head guard – 1 point, Legs (hips downwards) – 2 points, Body Torso (not arms or shoulders) – 3 points.
11. Competition Area is 5m x 5m, to encourage action. Going outside the area is a deduction of 1 point.

However, when in your club, it can be modified to suit. Competitions will adhere to these rules