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L’Open de Winnipeg 2013SAMEDI 26 OCTOBRE

Le tournoi de karaté par excellence au Manitoba

TOUS ÂGES • TOUS NIVEAUX • DIVISIONS RÉCRÉATIVES ET ÉLITESKATA & KUMITE • INDIVIDUEL & PAR ÉQUIPE

Informations complètes et trousse d’inscription:

*** L’Open de Winnipeg est officiellement reconnu par Sport Manitoba et sanctionné par Karaté Manitoba***

 

June 17th, 2013  Dear participants, You are invited to participate in the Winnipeg Open 2013 at Garden City Collegiate, 711 Jefferson Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba on Saturday, October 26th, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Medical Form must be filled out and signed by each individual if they are an adult (18+) or by a parent/guardian if they are under the age of 18. The Summary Participation Form must be filled out and signed by each Club Coach or representative. Transfer the information from the Medical Forms to the Summary Participation Form. These forms must be fully completed, accurate and legible. Registrations sent with Summary Participation form without the Medical Release /Application Forms will not be accepted. Any errors or omissions will be the responsibility of the Club Coach or Representative. Applications plus fees (payable to Karate Manitoba) should be submitted by mail to: WINNIPEG OPEN 2013 c/o Karate Manitoba 266 Graham Avenue PO Box 2519 Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4A7 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 18th, 2013 Team Events: 1) Team Kata: same age/level categories – there will be no mixing of children/adult or yellow/brown belts. Two teams per region/category allowed. 2) Team Kumite: Black belts ages 18 and older Kyu/Kumite Individual Events: Includes all ages/ categories Mandatory equipment: Mouth guards and gloves (one set is red, and one set is blue). Karate Manitoba is honoured to welcome two special guests: Mr. Dragan Kljenak, President of Karate Ontario and 7th dan Black Belt Shotokan Ryu, and Mr. Zvonko Celebija, Karate Ontario Official’s Chair and PKF Referee Committee member and 7th dan Black Belt Shotokan Ryu. Yours in Sport, Angelo Mendoza Wendy Flannigan Tournament Commissioner Tournament Director

 

Event Schedule

Friday, October 25th, 2013 Judges Clinic – conducted by Mr. Zvonko Celebija 5:30 - 8:30 pm. *All judges/referees officiating at tournament are requested to attend ** Officials’ reception to follow

Scorekeepers/Timekeepers Volunteer Clinic 6:00 – 8:00 pm Saturday, October 26th, 2013 Tournament………..9:30 am to 6:00 pm 9:30 am.……………..Little Tigers Competition (ages4-6 yrs) 10:00 am…………….Junior Black Belt Competition 10:30 am.……………Kyu eliminations and Finals Lunch break 1:00 pm……………...Senior Black Belt 3:00 pm……………...Grand Champion/Finals

Please note times and schedule are APPROXIMATE and subject to change

Sunday, October 27th, 2013 Officials Clinic/Grading from 9:30 am to 11:30 am – conducted by Mr. Zvonko Celebija, at Glenwood Community Centre (27 Overton St, Winnipeg).

Precision Karate workshop from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm – conducted by Mr.

Dragan Kljenak, at Glenwood Community Centre (27 Overton St, Winnipeg).

Tournament Fees: $25.00 per person one or all events – Karate Manitoba Members $25.00 per person one or all events – out of province participants $50.00 per person one or all events – non Karate Manitoba Members

Judges Clinic: $25.00 per person (Friday only) $50.00 per person (full clinic and grading, Friday & Sunday)

Hotel: There is a block of rooms booked under “Karate Manitoba” at the Mainstay Suites and Hotel, 670 King Edward Street, 204 594-0500. Cost per room is $110/night, includes breakfast and free shuttle to/from Winnipeg International Airport.

Canteen: Full on-site canteen service will be available day of the tournament

Volunteers: Volunteer positions are: scorekeepers, timekeepers, runners, ring set up and ring take down and information officers. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Alicia Martinez, at km.teammanager@live.com, or fill out our volunteer sign up form online at www.karatemanitoba.com.

 

Judges/Referees: WKF (World Karate Federation) modified rules will be applied during the

tournament Officiating is open to purple belts and up, 14 years of age and up. Athletes and kyu ranks are welcome to attend the officiating clinic over the tournament weekend on Friday evening and Sunday morning as noted in the Event Schedule above.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be a full Judges/Referee Course offered in conjunction with this event over the tournament weekend conducted by Mr. Zvonko Celebija, Officials Chair, Karate Ontario, Karate Canada Official and member of PKF (Pan American Karate Association) Referee Committee.

Categories: Kata Individual Female and Male:

Little Tigers Event 4 to 6 years of age 7 to 11 years of age 12 to 14 years of age 15 to 17 years of age 18 years of age and up Masters event – 45 years of age and ups

Team Kata Female and Male: 12 to 14 years of age 15 to 17 years of age 18 years of age and up Kumite Individual Female and Male: Little Tigers Event 4 to 6 years of age 7 to 11 years of age 12 to 14 years of age 15 to 17 years of age 18 years of age and up Masters event – 45 years of age and up Team Kumite Female and Male: Black belt only 18 years of age and up.

 

Tournament Committee: Tournament Commissioner– Mr. Angelo Mendoza

angelo.mendoza@mymts.net Tournament Director – Wendy Flannigan wflannigan@mts.net text 204-726-3967 Assistant Tournament Director – Debbie Schippers debbieschippers11@gmail.com Volunteer Coordinator – Alicia Martinez km.teammanager@live.com

 

Clarifications and

Amendments to WKF

Championships Rules for

Karate Manitoba Competitions

Version 7.1

Revised March 23, 2012

 

Article 1 - Kumite Competition Area

1.1 The mats will be 1m x 1m, 1 inch thick, interlocking, and need not be WKF approved. 1.2 The safety area will be a minimum of 1m around the competition area. Article 2 - Official Dress 2.1 Referees and Judges should wear the official uniform designated by the Officials

Committee. The Referees and Judges may remove their jackets or wear a karate gi at the discretion of the Officials Committee.

2.2 Gi emblems

All athletes will wear a standard karate gi with reasonable emblems and markings. Sponsors, advertising and stripes on gi are acceptable according to the WKF bulletin.

2.3 Coaches

Coaches shall wear a track suit or karate gi and shall display their official identification. 2.4 Body Protector / Chest Protector

The use of WKF style body protectors and chest protector is recommended but optional. 2.5 Face Masks

The use of facemasks is prohibited. 2.6 Glasses

To ensure the safety of the competitors, glasses are not allowed during kumite bouts. Regular glasses may be worn during kata competition.

2.7 Groin protection is recommended but optional for all male kumite competitors. 2.8 Gum shield is compulsory for kumite competitors at all levels except flag kumite

competition. 2.9 Gloves / fist protectors must be foam filled and vinyl covered WKF style. Cloth or leather

gloves are not permitted. 2.10 The use of WKF style shin pads and foot pads is optional. 2.11 Religious Head Covering Competitors may wear religious head coverings if approved by the Chief Official. A letter of request must be signed by the competitor or their parent/guardian if the competitor is younger than 18 years of age, and submitted by the tournament registration deadline.

 

Article 3 - Organization of Kumite and Kata Competitions

3.1 Competition divisions, draws and elimination systems (eg: single, double, repechage) will

be determined by the Tournament Director. 3.2 There is no limit to the number of competitors per dojo. 3.3 Shitei and Tokui Kata

Competitors are not required to perform Shitei kata. Shitei and Tokui kata are not mandatory for kyu ranks. Black belt divisions must perform kata from the Tokui kata list.

3.4 Brown and black belt kata division cannot repeat a previously performed kata, except

during medal rounds where a kata from a previous round may be repeated. 3.5 Green and purple belts must alternate between at least 2 katas, one in each alternate

round, but may repeat a previously performed kata during medal rounds. 3.6 Yellow and orange belts may repeat the same kata in each round. 3.7 There will only be team kumite events for adult black belts. 3.8 Duration of all brown & black belt kumite will be 2 minutes (stop time).

Duration of all kyu belts will be 1 minute (stop time). Article 4 - Referee Panel 4.1 The judges of a kata match or kumite bout should not normally be from the same dojo of

either of the participants. However, in case of insufficient representation, judges may be from the same dojo clubs as the competitors provided there is an equal number of judges from each competitor's dojo.

4.2 The referees of kumite bouts must not be from the same dojo of either of the competitors,

unless there is no other qualified referee available for that bout. Article 8 - Prohibited behaviour 8.1 Prohibited take down

Kani waza (scissor takedown) is considered a dangerous takedown and is prohibited. 8.2 Unruly coaches and team members The members of the Officials Committee and Referee Panel are empowered by the rules to impose appropriate penalties upon athletes to control unruly behaviour of coaches and team members, or delegations.

 

Article 11 - Official protest 11.1 If an administrative error has occurred, the competitor's coach/instructor should signal the

error immediately to the Match Supervisor. 11.2 Protests will not be allowed after a kumite bout is concluded. Article 12 - Powers and duties 12.1 Tatami Managers The Officials Committee members will appoint the Tatami Managers. Tatami Managers

will appoint the Match Supervisors and Referee Panels for each bout. 12.3 Officials Committee Members of the Official Committee may assume the roles of Tatami Managers, Match Supervisors, Referees and Judges.

 

Instructions All Karate Competitors must submit the following documents in order to be eligible to compete in a Karate Manitoba competition:

1. Waiver and Release Agreement

2. A Medical Report comprised of a Medical History completed by the competitor and a Medical Examination to be completed by a licensed physician. If all the answers related to the Medical History are “NO”, then the Medical Examination is not required. Note: Medical examination reports are not required for those competitors competing in Kata only.

3. All Medical Reports must be submitted at the time of registration to the tournament director.

All competitors should be aware of the following:

1. Competitors will not wear bandages, padding or supports during Kumite matches unless approved by the referee in consultation with the tournament doctor.

2. Competitor injured during a match and declared unfit to fight by the tournament doctor will not be eligible to further compete in the competition.

3. All fingers and toenails must be kept short. 4. Competitors will not wear metallic or other objects which may injure an opponent. 5. Competitors are advised to see their regular physician following competition for follow-up examination of any injuries

suffered during the competition. Note: The full extent of some injuries may not manifest themselves until sometime following the injuries, e.g. abdominal or head injuries.

Acknowledgement I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE that my signing of this document constitutes that:

1. I am registering willingly and participating voluntarily in the Winnipeg Open Tournament competition. 2. I am, physically, emotionally and mentally able to participate in the Winnipeg Open Tournament competition. 3. I have expressly disclosed all illness, injuries, ailments, symptoms and/or medical conditions of any kinds whatsoever

suffered or sustained as requested in the Medical Report. 4. I agree to consult my regular doctor should such an examination be requested by the Tournament Medical Doctor. 5. I agree that there are risks as described in the Waiver and Release Agreement and will be exposed to these risks and

hazards. 6. I agree to accept all these risks and hazards and be responsible for any injury or other loss which might receive

while participating in the Winnipeg Open Tournament competition. 7. By participating in Karate Manitoba’s activities, I hereby consent to having any picture or video image taken of me

during any activity in any edited material used for Karate Manitoba’s promotional activities, Web site and souvenir videos. I also accept that Karate Manitoba use any photomontage and videotape in which I appear for television purposes.

8. I have read the Waiver and Release Agreement and understand its terms and conditions. I have read and understood the terms and conditions of this agreement, and by signing it voluntarily, I am agreeing to abide by these terms.

Name of Participant (Please Print) Signature of Participant Date 

Printed Name of Parent/Guardian if under 18 Signature of Parent/Guardian

 

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

WARNING! By signing this document you will waive certain legal rights, including the right to sue. Please

read carefully. This is a binding legal agreement. As a Participant in the programs, activities and events of Karate Manitoba, the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to the following terms:

Disclaimer 1. Karate Manitoba, its respective directors, officers, members, employees, coaches, volunteers, officials, participants,

agents, owner’s/operator’s of facilities, and representatives (collectively the “Organization”) are not responsible for any injury, damage or loss of any kind suffered by a Participant during the sport of Karate, or as a result of, any competition, program, activity or event, caused in any manner whatsoever including, but not limited to, the negligence of the Organization.

Description of Risks 2. In consideration of my participation in the programs, activities and events of the Organization, I hereby acknowledge

that I am aware of the risks and hazards associated with or related to any such competitions, programs, activities and events. The risk and hazards include, but are not limited to, injuries from: a) Physical contact with other participants; b) Striking participants and objects with parts of the body; c) Contact, colliding or being struck by other participants d) Tumbling, falling, or being thrown to the floor; e) Executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques f) Vigorous physical exertion, strenuous cardiovascular workouts, rapid movements and quick turns and stops; g) Exerting and stretching various muscle groups h) Falls due to uneven or irregular surfaces; i) Failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment; j) Spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed; k) Travel to and from competitive events and associated non-competitive events which are an integral part of the

Organization’s activities. 3. Furthermore, I am aware:

a) That injuries sustained can be severe; b) That I may experience anxiety while challenging myself during the competition, activities, events and programs; c) That my risk of injury is reduced if I follow all rules established for participation; and d) That my risk of injury increases as I become fatigued.

Release of Liability 4. In consideration of the Organization allowing me to participate, I agree:

a) That my physical condition has been verified by a medical doctor; b) To assume all risks arising out of, associated with or related to my participation; c) To be solely responsible for any injure, loss or damage that I might sustain while participating; and d) To release the Organization from liability for any and all claims, demands actions and costs that might arise out of

my participating, even though such risks, injuries, loss, damage, claims, demands, actions, or costs may have been caused by the negligence of the Organization.

Acknowledgement I acknowledge that I have read this agreement, that I have executed this agreement voluntarily, and that this agreement is to be binding upon myself, my heirs, executors, administrators and representatives.

Name of Participant (Please Print) Signature of Participant Date

Printed Name of Parent/Guardian if under 18 Signature of Parent/Guardian

 

MEDICAL EXAMINATION REPORT PART A – to be completed by All Kumite Competitors

Name: __________________________ Date of Birth: ___________ Age:_______ Male/Female

Address: ____________________________________________________________________

Club Affiliation: ________________________________________________________________

1. Have you any disease of the eyes? Yes ☐ No ☐

2. Do you have a hearing loss? Yes ☐ No ☐

3. Do you have fainting spells, blackouts or epilepsy? Yes ☐ No ☐

4. Have you had a recent head injury? Yes ☐ No ☐

5. Do you have any active lung infection including TB? Yes ☐ No ☐

6. Do you have bronchial asthma? Yes ☐ No ☐

7. Do you have an active kidney disease, infection or failure? Yes ☐ No ☐

8. Do you have any loss of all or part of a limb? Yes ☐ No ☐

9. Do you have decreased movement in any limb, joint or spine? Yes ☐ No ☐

10. Do you have any muscle or joint disease? Yes ☐ No ☐

11. Do you have diabetes? Yes ☐ No ☐

12. Do you have any heart disease or high blood pressure? Yes ☐ No ☐

13. Are you taking any medication? Yes ☐ No ☐

14. Have you had any recent operations, fractures or major illness? Yes ☐ No ☐

15. Do you have any disease or disability not mentioned above? Yes ☐ No ☐

If answer was “Yes” to any of above questions, give details:

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

I hereby declare that I have read the above information and that, to the best of my knowledge, it is complete and correct.

Date Competitor’s signature (if under 18 – parent or guardian)

 

WINNIPEG OPEN 2013 TOURNAMENT ENTRY FORM – Individual Entry Form

Choose your category

Form Assistance – the definition of Kata is “forms” – Pinan Shodan, Pinan Nidan, etc. are examples of Kata. Kumite is sparring. All types of Karate Katas are welcome!

I, the undersigned, hereby waive all claims against all person connected with Winnipeg Open Karate Tournament for any injuries sustained during my taking part in the tournament.

__________________________________ _____________________________________ Date Signature (or guardian’s if under 18)

The WINNIPEG OPEN 2013 KARATE TOURNAMENT will be held on Saturday October 26th, 2013

Cheque payable to: Karate Manitoba Mail to: 266 Graham Ave., PO Box 2519, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A7 Entry fee: $25.00 (members) $50.00 (non-members) for Kata and / or Kumite

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, October 18th, 2013

First Name Last Name

Address

City Province

Postal Code Phone No.

Age Gender

Rank

Club Instructor

Category Kumite Individual

KumiteTeam

Kata Individual

KataTeam

Little Tiger (4-6 years) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

7 to 11 years ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

12 to 14 years ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

15 to 17 years ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

18 years and up ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

Masters event (45 years and up) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

 

WINNIPEGOPEN2013KARATETOURNAMENTCLUBSUMMARYPARTICIPATIONAPPLICATIONFORM

TO:TOURNAMENTORGANIZATIONCOMMITTEEDATE:___________________NAMEOFDOJO__________________________________________________________________________ThefollowingathletesareourrepresentativesfortheWinnipegOpen2013Tournament:TOURNAMENTENTRYFEE:$25.OO(MEMBERS)$50.00(NONMEMBERS)perparticipant PARTICIPATIONNo. NAME SEX AGE RANK KUMITE KATA1 Team Ind Team Ind2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

ThisapplicationmustbereceivedbyFriday,October18th,2013HeightandWeightinKumiteeventswillhelptodeterminetheinitialdraws.Boysandgirlswillbeseparatedwherepossible.Ifachildisbig(orsmall)forhisorherage,theentrantmaybeswitchedtoadifferentcategorytopreventpossibleinjury.Dependingonthenumberofapplications,entrantswillcompeteintheirownagegroupandbeltgroupsofYellow/Orange/Green/Purple/Brown,orBlackbelts.MEDICALANDAPPLICATIONFORMSMUSTACCOMPANYTHISSUMMARYPARTICIPATION

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