3rd BTCB British A-Class International Taekwondo Championships
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Welcome
Dear President/Head of Team,
On behalf of the British Taekwondo Control Board and Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd I have the pleasure of welcoming you and your Team to the 3rd BTCB British A-Class International.
Now in its third year, our event has become the destination for many National teams and elite athletes wanting top level competition. The British Open is a European “A” Class event and has WTF points G2 ranking status. In 2009 teams from all corners of the world came to the event and had a great time in Manchester.
With the Olympic Games only 2 years away, the British International Open gives teams the ideal opportunity to experience great competition and the British culture.
Manchester is a wonderful vibrant city wanting to welcome and impress overseas visitors. Many sports teams are considering Manchester as a training site for the London Olympic Games.
Once again, we intend to use Electronic body protectors and Video replay systems for Senior divisions to help athletes prepare for upcoming World events.
Good luck with your continued preparation and we look forward to seeing you in Manchester.
Adrian Tranter
Chairman
British Taekwondo Control Board
Contents
1. Event Overview
2. Time Table
3. Contestant Eligibility
4. Weight Divisions
5. Applications
6. Closing Date
7. Accreditation
8. Competition Rules
9. Doping Control
10. Awards
11. Equipment
12. Protests
13. Liability
14. Identification
15. Entry & Payment
16. Accommodation
17. Transfers
18. International Referees
19. Visa
20. Press Accreditation
21. Volunteering
22. Photography and Video Recording
23. Questions
24. Contact
25. Updates
1. Event Overview
Competition Hall:
The Regional Arena
Rowsley Street, Sportcity
Manchester, M11 3FF, England
Competition Date:
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September 2010
2. Time Table
The Final Event Timetable can be downloaded here or via the top of the page.
This Timetable is subject to change, please check regularly.
3. Contestant Eligibility
All participants must be members of a National Taekwondo Federation, affiliated to the WTF. This membership must be proved by means of valid federal certificate of membership at the time of registration.
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4. Weight Divisions
The event will be held to WTF Weight Divisions as follows:
Senior Male (born in 1994 or before)
-54kg, -58kg, -63kg, -68kg, -74kg, -80kg, -87kg, +87kg
Senior Female (born in 1994 or before)
-46kg, -49kg, -53kg, 57kg, -62kg, -67kg, -73kg, +73kg
Junior Male (born in 1993, 1994, 1995 or 1996)
-45kg, -48kg, -51kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63kg, -68kg, -73kg, -78kg +78kg.
Junior Female (born in 1993, 1994, 1995 or 1996)
-42kg, -44kg, -46kg, -49kg, -52kg, -55kg, -59kg, 63kg, -68kg, +68kg
Juniors born in 1993 or 1994 may compete as a Junior or Senior. Competing in both categories is not allowed.
All competitors must hold at least 2nd Kup (Red Belt).
5. Applications
All applications are to be made online at Martial Arts Registration. Online www.ma-regonline.com.
For application criteria for United Kingdom athletes click here.
Teams/Competitors can modify their applications at the registration for an amount of £10 for each modification. After the official weigh-in no further modifications can be made.
6. Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Monday 13th September 2010.
Payment must be received by the closing date.
Priority application will be given to National teams.
7. 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.
8. Competition Rules
WTF Competition Rules will be applied. The format is a single elimination tournament system.
The Senior Division will follow WTF rules as introduced on March 2nd 2010 as well as using Electronic Body Protectors and video replay.
The Junior Division will follow WTF rules as introduced on March 2nd 2010 but with traditional hogus (not EPB’s) and there will be no video replays for this division. Elimination rounds and finals of the Junior Division will be 3 x 2 minutes with a 30 second break.
9. 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 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.
10. 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).
11. Equipment
All senior players will be provided with a Daedo electronic body protector at the time of competition. All senior players must supply their own Daedo sensor socks. These will not be provided by the organising committee of the event.
If you wish to purchase Daedo e-foot protector socks, click here.
Senior players must provide and wear a WTF recognised head guard, groin guard, shin guards, arm guards, hand gloves and clear or white gum shields for the competition.
Junior players must also provide and wear their own WTF recognised body protector.
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.
The following Equipment Suppliers will be present at the event on Competition Days :
12. Protests
Only the Head of Team is allowed to protest to the Competition Supervisory Board, immediately after the end of the contest in question. An amount of £100 will have to be paid for each protest lodged. The decision of the referee chairman is final.
13. 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.
14. Identification
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.
15. Entry & Payment
The entry fee for each contestant is £40.00 (GBP) or €45 (Euro).
Entry fees must be paid in advance to the following bank account:
To: Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd
Bank: Natwest, Market Place, Loughborough, LE11 3NZ, UK
Sort code: 601410
Account number: 52696103
IBAN: GB30 NWBK 6014 1052 6961 03
SWIFT: NWBK GB 2L
No refunds will be provided by the OC for none competing athletes who have already applied.
16. Accommodation
To take advantage of the great discounted rates for accommodation and meals at this year’s event, please click here. You will need to download the form, save it and then email it as an attachment to info@redalligatorgroup.com
Teams who have booked accommodation or transfers through the Organising committee must ensure payment is received in order to secure a booking.
17. Transfers
Coach or minibus transfers can be arranged specifically for your team to and from the airport along with transfers to and from the competition venue. To request a price for your requirements contact Red Alligator here, payment is required before arrival to secure the booking.
18. International Referees
International referees wishing to participate in this event, please contact our Referee chairman here.
The closing date for referee application is 1/8/2010.
Successful referees will be notified by 2/8/2010
19. Visa
Any team needing a letter of invitation to support a visa application, please contact the Organising Committee here with the names of all team members and team officials.
The organising committee is not responsible for anyone denied a visa or entry into the UK by immigration authorities.
Please ensure you have the correct travel documents to enter the UK.
20. Press Accreditation
To apply for press accreditation click here.
21. Volunteering
If you would like to contribute to the success of this event, there are many volunteering opportunites available. To read more about roles and to apply click here.
22. Photography and Video Recording
By registering to compete at the event you are agreeing to have your image taken whilst in the Venue by both the press and members of the public. In addition, you are agreeing to have your image shown on video, TV and online.
23. Questions
If you have a question that is not covered here please email the Organising Committee by clicking here.
24. Contact
2010 British Open Organising Committee
Sport Taekwondo UK Ltd
Manchester Tennis Centre
Sportcity
Manchester
M11 3FF
England.
Tel: +44(0)161 2203845
Fax: +44(0)161 2203847
Email: events@btcb-stuk.co.uk
Webpage: www.btcb.org
25. Updates
01.05.10. Website launched
Links
More Info
To find the Regional Area, Manchester click here.
To follow this event on facebook click here.
Event Partners
UK Sport
The British International Open has been part funded by UK Sport’s National Lottery-funded 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. More at www.uksport.gov.uk
Manchester City Council
Home to the Team GB Taekwondo squad and host of the British International Taekwondo Open 2010, Manchester continues to strengthen its impressive reputation for successfully hosting major international sports championships. 2008 saw Manchester host six World Class events including World Championships in Swimming, Squash and Track Cycling. These events raise the City's global sporting profile, whilst bringing long-term social and economic benefits to Manchester and its residents. The City's excellent range of accessible sports venues and facilities, combined with its school and community sports development programmes, provide the springboard for Manchester's sporting stars of the future. Click here to read more.
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