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OKINAWA SIVA AFI compettion. RULES AND CRITERIA

The Rules and Criterias below are outlined for the individuals invited to participate in the SIVA ‘AFI fire knife competition. It is our hope that this event will not only encourage the fire knife competitors to continue learning the art of the Samoan Nifo ‘oti but also to enhance their knowledge of the Samoan culture.

Rules & Regulations

• Every and All competitors must have three (3) dancing knives to perform in the competition

• One (1) single and two (2) double

• Competitors should have extra knives as stand-bys.

• All knives must be made with hard metal and wooden handle. The handle can either be

• Hard metal is required to prevent accidents.

• The length of the single knife must be no less than 37” the double knives must be no less than 35”. (The measurements begins from the top of the hook to the end of the handle).

• All knives must have hooks large enough to hook together as part of the competition criteria.

• Knife hooks must be free of all angles when hooked together to prevent injury to the performer of the spectators.

• Borrowing knifes from other competitors during the competition will not allow. (This may be subject to disqualification of both party involved.

• All competitors must adhere by these rules regarding knives.

• Competitors may not use or request any special effect/ lighting other than the ones already provided by the event organizers.

Costumes

• All competitors must wear a Samoan (or Polynesian) printed Lava-Lava.

• Lava-Lava must be trimmed and cut modestly. Not too short

• Competitors must wear Samoan necklace made of Shells, leaves (t-leaves, banana leaves ect.) is acceptable.

• Facial war paint is a must.

• of metal OR wood.

• Head pieces are allow providing that it is make out of flowers, shells, beads, leaves.