BTCB 1st British Open - Martial Arts Registration Online
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BTCB 1st British Open - Martial Arts Registration Online
1st BTCB British Open 2008 1st BTCB British Open British Taekwondo Control Board Manchester Tennis Centre Sportcity Way Gate 2 - Alan Turing Way Sportcity Manchester M11 3FF 1st March 2008 RE: Invitation Letter to the 1st BTCB British Open, International Taekwondo Championships Dear National Federation / Head of Team, I have the pleasure of inviting you and your team to take part in the British Taekwondo Control Boards 1st British Open. This years Championships will take place on November 1st and 2nd at The National Squash Centre, Sportcity, Manchester. Sportcity was the location of the 2002 Commonwealth Games and will be an excellent venue for the inaugural championships. The BTCB have introduced this tournament to provide all International Teams and interested UK clubs with significant competition experience in the UK prior to the London 2012 Olympic Games. This event will not only provide athletes with good competition experiance but for teams travelling from overseas it will also help you become accustomed to the culture of our country before you return for the Olympic Games in four years time. Good luck with your training and preparation and we look forward to seeing you in Manchester in November. Yours sincerely, Adrian Tranter Chair British Taekwondo Control Board 2 1st BTCB British Open 1. ORGANISATION 1.1 Host : British Taekwondo Control Board (UK WTF NGB) 1.2 BTCB President : Dr. Park Soo Nam 1.3 BTCB Chair : Mr. Adrian Tranter 1.4 Organising Committee & Contact Details : Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd Manchester Tennis Centre Sportcity Way Gate 2 - Alan Turing Way Sportcity Manchester M11 3FF Tel: 0161 2203845 Fax: 0161 2203847 Email: [email protected] Webpage: www.btcb.org 2. LOCATION & DATE 2.1 Location : The National Squash Centre Rowsley Street City Stadium Rowsley Street, Eastlands Manchester, England, M11 3FF 2.2 Date : Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd November 2008 : All participants must be members of a National Taekwondo Federation, affiliated to the WTF. This membership must be proved by means of a valid federal certificate of membership at the time of registration. 3. CONTESTANTS 3.1 Membership 3.2 Weight Classes/Categories: The event will be held to WTF age/weight classes these are as follows: Senior Male (born in 1992 or before) -54kg, -58kg, -62kg, -67kg, -72kg, -78kg, -84kg, +84kg Senior Female (born in 1992 or before) -47kg, -51kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63kg, -67kg, -72kg, +72kg Junior Male (born in 1991, 1992, 1993 or 1994) -45kg, - 48kg, -51kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63 kg, -68kg, -73kg, -78kg +78kg. Junior Female (born in 1991, 1992, 1993 or 1994) -42kg, -44kg, -46kg, -49kg, -52kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63kg, -68kg, +68kg Juniors born in 1991 or 1992 may compete as a Junior or Senior. Competing in both categories is not allowed. 3.3 Graduation : All Senior competitors must hold at least 2nd Kup. All Junior competitors must hold at least 4th Kup 3 1st BTCB British Open 4. RULES 4.1 Competition Rules : WTF Competition Rules. 4.2 Mode : Single elimination tournament system Elimination rounds and finals: 3 x 2 minutes (30 second break) 4.3 Doping Control : Doping Control at the British Open will be conducted according to the World Anti-Doping Code and the list of Prohibited Substances and Methods in force at the time of the event. The OC will carry out medical doping tests among the participating athletes at random, any athlete who refuses to undergo testing or who proves to have committed a breach of this regulation shall be removed from the final standings and shall be subject to a disciplinary action. 4.4 Awards : Awards will be presented to all tournament champions and 2nd and 3rd places. Team trophies will also be presented for the top three teams in each catgory, male, female and in total according the medal standing (Olympic System). 4.5 Hall Rules : Only the competitors and their coaches have admittance to the Field of Play. Admittance will be by valid Accreditation. One (1) coach will be accredited for every five (5) competitors entered and granted free admission. There can be a maximum of four (4) coaches per team. The minimum age for a coach must be 18 years. Coaches will only be permitted at ringside in sportswear. 4.6 Equipment : All players must wear the required protective equipment (WTF recognised head guard, WTF recognised body protector, groin guard, shin guards, a r m guards, hand gloves and clear or white gum shields). A list of companies which supply WTF-recognized doboks and protective equipment can be found on the WTF website: www.wtf.org. All contestants will be required to proceed to the inspection desk before entering the competition area. Any contestant wearing unofficial equipment will not be permitted to compete. 4.7 Protests : Only the Head of Team is allowed to protest to the LSC, immediately after the end of the contest. An amount of £50.00 will have to be paid for each protest lodged. 4.8 Liability : All competitors are considered to participate at their own risk. The British Taekwondo Control Board and the organiser assume no responsibility for any damages, injuries or losses. All contestants must bring their own documents and medical insurance forms for any medical treatment they may need whilst in the United Kingdom. : Under UK Law all competitors and visitors to the UK are required to carry a valid means of Identification e.g. passport at all times. 4.9 Identification 4 1st BTCB British Open 5. ENTRY 5.1 Applications : Completed application forms and payment are to be sent to Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd at the address in section 1. Online player registration can also be completed at www.ma-regonline.com. 5.2 Closing Date : The closing date for applications is Friday, October 17th 2008. Applications received after this date will not be accepted. 5.3 Procedure : All received applications will be confirmed by the OC. Should you not receive your confirmation please contact Sport Taekwondo UK. Applications can also be submitted online at www.ma-regonline.com (Martial Arts Registration Online). 5.4 Modifications : After the deadline competitors will have 5 days to modify their applications for free online at www.ma-regonline.com or at the registration for an amount of £10.00 for each modification. After the official weigh-in no further modifications can be made. This means no changes will be made in weight classes. 5.5 Refunds : No refunds will be provided by the OC for no completing athletes who have already applied. 5.6 Entry & Payment : The entry fee for each contestant is £35.00 (GBP) or €45,00 (Euro). Entry fees must be paid by bank in advance to Name : Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd Bank : Natwest, Markey Place, Loughborough, LE11 3NZ, UK Sort code : 601410 Account no : 5269610 IBAN : GB30NWBK60141052696103 SWIFT : NWBKGB2L 5.7 Application Questions : If you have any questions relating to the application process please contact Brian Tilley at [email protected] or by phone on +44 (0)7900 605905 5 1st BTCB British Open 6. HOTELS & TRANSFERS 6.1 Charges : The RedAlligator Group (the Organising Committee’s official event partner) is holding an allocation of rooms in Manchester. Teams are encouraged to book their required number of rooms early to guarantee these prices. Please note that names will not be required at this stage, just room numbers. Manchester is a major World attraction for culture, sport & business, as such hotels can be in short supply especially when booking late. Britannia Hotel The 3 star Britannia Hotel is a famous landmark dating back to 1858, one of Manchester's premier architectural buildings. This lively hotel offers good value accommodation & boasts a fantastic location in the City Centre yet less than 2 miles from the competition venue. The 3 star Sachas Hotel is part of the Britannia Group offering good value accommodation in the city centre, less than 2 miles from the competition venue. The Hotel has Carvery & Pizzeria restaurants, a well equipped Spindles Health Club with pool, Jacuzzi, sauna room & gym (chargeable). Britannia & Sachas Hotel Rates: Bed & English breakfast: Single £72, Twin £87, Triple £97 per room per night Dinner, Bed & English breakfast: Single £87, Twin £107, Triple £117 per room per night Sachas Hotel Alternative Hotels Good quality budget accommodation is available, located 3 miles outside the City Centre and 2.5 miles from the competition venue. Bed & Continental breakfast: Single £59, Twin £59, Triple £72 per room per night Dinner, Bed & Continental breakfast: Single £74, Twin £89, Triple £117 per room per night All quoted Hotel rooms have en-suite facilities. Please note, a Single room sleeps 1 person, Twin sleeps 2 people and Triple sleeps 3. All prices quoted are per room per night in Great British Pounds. If you prefer to stay in the same accommodation you stayed in at the Olympic Qualification event RedAlligator will quote and secure this for you and offer advice on alternative accommodation throughout Manchester. 6.2 Transfers : Coach or mini bus transfers specifically for your team can be arranged to and from the airport along with transfers to and from the competition venue. To book your Official accommodation and transfer requirements please email RedAlligator Group; [email protected] 6 1st BTCB British Open 7. INTERNATIONAL REFEREES 7.1. Invitations : Invitations to participating International Referees will be made by the Organising Committee of the BTCB British Open. The invitation will be final only when confirmation is received by the IR from the Organising Committee. Accommodation and full board from Friday 31st October (check-in 16.00 hrs) until Monday 3rd November 2008 (check out 10.30 hrs) will be borne by the Organizing Committee. International Referees will receive an allowance of €50 for each Tournament day (€100 total). Roundtrip airfare shall be borne by each referee. If you wish to be considered as an International Referee at this event please forward your interest to the Referee Coordinator of the Organising Committee, Mr. Christopher Codling at: [email protected] 8. VISA 8.1 General VISA Info : All visa entries into the UK are dealt with on a case-by-case basis and the outcome is dependant upon the information supplied by the applicant. Participating teams should ensure that they visit www.ukvisas.gov.uk where contact details of all British visa issuing offices overseas and further information can be found. The following information will be critical to the success of the applicant and should be included on entry forms where shown • Individual’s full name and position in team • Date of birth • Passport number (if VISA support is required from the OC) 8.2 VISA Support : The Organizing Committee can facilitate visa applications if full entry forms and payment are submitted with this information to the OC. Information should be sent by fax to 0161 2203847 or by email [email protected] 9 PRESS ACCREDITATION/PHOTOGRAPHY 9.1 How to apply 9.2 Video recording : : To apply for press accreditation for the event please contact Daniel Krendel at Capitalize ([email protected] 020 7940 1700) providing the following information: • Full Name • Company • Position • Email • Phone / Mobile • Country of Origin • Reason for Application Recording within the competition area is not allowed. Recording from the public stands is only allowed if the BTCB photographic and filming policy is adhered to, this can be found at the BTCB website www.btcb.org. 7 1st BTCB British Open 10 EVENT PARTNERS 10.1 UK Sport 10.2 Manchester CC : : The BTCB British Open has been part funded by UK Sport’s National Lotteryfunded World Class Events Programme, which aims to secure events of strategic importance that deliver a range of lasting benefits. These include economic, social and cultural benefits as well as improving sporting performance by home athletes, encouraging participation and leaving a legacy of facilities and development initiatives. Over 120 sporting events have been staged in the UK through the programme since 1997. Manchester has become synonymous with successful hosting of major international sports event. Events allow the city to build on its community sports programmes and develop a platform for Manchester to produce future competitors for future events. Its major events also put Manchester on the global stage and bring long-term social and economic benefits to the city and its residents. In 2008 Manchester will host five World Championships including the UEFA Cup Final and the World UCI Track Championships. 8 1st BTCB British Open 11. TIME TABLE Friday October 31st 10.00 - 20.00 hrs : Registration and weigh-in at the event venue for all competitors for Saturday and Sunday. 21.30 - 22.00 hrs : Handout of draw sheets for Saturday Saturday November 1st Sunday November 2nd 08.30 - 09.00 hrs 09.30 - 18.00 hrs 12.00 - 13.00 hrs 16.00 - 18.00 hrs : : : : Handout of draw sheets for Saturday Contests Lunch Registration and weigh-in at the event venue for competitors who compete on Sunday 2nd November 2008. 18.00 - 19.00 hrs : Semi-Finals & Finals followed by Award ceremony. 19.00 – 20.00 hrs : Handout of draw sheets for Sunday Weight classes: Senior Male Senior Female Junior Male Junior Female : : : : -58 kg, -67 kg, -84 kg, +84 kg. -51 kg, -59 kg, -67 kg, +72 kg. -51 kg, -55 kg, -59 kg, -63 kg, -68 kg. -46 kg, -49 kg, -52 kg, -55 kg, -59 kg. 08.30 - 09.00 hrs 09.30 - 18.00 hrs 12.30 - 13.30 hrs 18.00 - 19.00 hrs : : : : Handout of draw sheets Contests Lunch Semi Finals, Finals and Award ceremony Weight classes: Senior Male Senior Female Junior Male Junior Female : : : : -54 kg, -62-kg, -72 kg, -78 kg. -47 kg, -55 kg, -63 kg, -72 kg. -45 kg, -48 kg, -73 kg, -78 kg, +78 kg. -42 kg, -44 kg, -63 kg, -68 kg, +68 kg. 9