Freestyle sparring known as "Bogu Kumite", is characterized by full power punches, kicks, leg sweeps and the use of bogu gear (face masks and body armor) for protection. This enables fighters to safely use techniques that might otherwise kill or seriously injure an opponent. Bogu Kumite is not for everyone and participation is entirely optional.

Students at Hidden Teachings also practice "point" sparring which helps them learn to guage distance and timing against an opponent. Point sparring consists only of light contact to the torso.

The last class of every month is reserved for kumite.