2009 JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION AMERICAN FEDERATION

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1 2009 JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION AMERICAN FEDERATION National Karate Tournament National Senior Tournament National Youth Tournament National Collegiate Tournament November 7 and 8, 2009 University of New Orleans Health & P. E. Center New Orleans, Louisiana Hosted by: JKA American Federation 706 C Phosphor Avenue Telephone: (504) ( ) Cell: (504) ( Fax: (504) ( maria@jkaaf.org

2 CONTENTS Table of Contents 1 General Information..2 Important Deadlines..3 Schedule of Events.4 Schedule of Events (continued).5 Fees and Admission Fees..6 Competitor Checklist and Dan Exam Fees... 7 Dan Exam Form... 8 Selection of Judges Form... 9 Participant's Medical Questionnaire..10 Waiver / release Agreement Adult Division - General Information Adult Individual Black Belt Club Representative Seeding Form Adult Individual Registration Form Brown Belt Adult Individual Registration Form Black Belt Adult Individual Registration Form Adult Club Team Registration Form Senior Division Qualifications and Rules Senior Individual Registration Form Brown Belts Senior Individual Registration Form Black Belts Senior Individual Registration Form Senior Team Kata Registration Form Collegiate General Information Collegiate Contest Rules Collegiate Individual Registration Form Collegiate Team Registration Form Youth Division General Information Youth Division Rules Youth Individual Registration Form Youth Team Registration Form - Kata Only T-Shirt Order Form Party Reservation Form Program Advertising Form

3 GENERAL INFORMATION What: JKA American Federation National Adult Tournament, National Senior Tournament, National Youth Tournament, National Collegiate Tournament When: November 7 8, 2009 Where: University of New Orleans Health & P. E. Center New Orleans, Louisiana For Tournament information: JKA American Federation Telephone: (504) or (504) Telephone: (504) (Cell) Fax: (504) maria@jkaaf.org Make Payments to: Send to: 2

4 IMPORTANT DEADLINES Hotel Reservations: list and information to follow Advertising Entries: Information to follow Tournament Judges: Post Marked October 24, 2009 See enclosed judges selection form Dan Examination Registrations: November 6, 2009 Must check in Friday November 6 th, 2009 at Headquarter (706-C Phosphor Avenue, ) Tournament Registrations: Post marked October 24, 2009 All Participants must check in Friday November 6 th, 2009 at Headquarter (706-C Phosphor Avenue, ) Tournament: Who Can Participate The Tournament is open to any JKA member in the United States, regardless of JKA organization. (This is a National Tournament only. No members from outside the United States may participate) Dan Examinations: members (only) 3

5 Friday, November 6, 2009 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 12:00 Noon till Check in for all competitors Head quarter 706-C Phosphor Avenue, Saturday, November 7, :45 AM JUDGES MEETING 8:00 am JKA American Federation Tournament Begins Competition Eliminations and Finals Youth (up to 13 yrs) Competition Eliminations Collegiate, Senior and Adult Division Time to be announced Party location and map to follow Sunday, November 8, :00 am Dan exams 11:00 am Doors Open Noon Opening Ceremony Demonstration National Youth Final Events Boys (14 15) Brown & Black Belts Kata: 3 finalist Kumite 2 finalist Girls (14 15) Brown & Black Belts Kata: 3 finalist Kumite 2 finalist Boys (16 17) Brown & Black Belts Kata: 3 finalist Kumite 2 finalist Girls (16 17) Brown & Black Belts Kata: 3 finalist Kumite 2 finalist Team Kata: 3 finalists 4

6 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (CONTINUED) National Collegiate Final Events Women (Brown and Black Belt) Kata: 3 finalists Kumite: 2 finalists Men (Brown and Black Belt) Kata: 3 finalists Kumite: 2 finalists Team Kata: Kumite: 3 finalists 2 finalists: National Senior Final Women Kata: Kumite: Men Kata: Kumite: 3 finalists 2 finalists: 3 finalists 2 finalists Team Kata: 3 finalists Women Kata: Kumite: 3 finalists 2 finalists: Men Kata: Kumite: 3 finalists 2 finalists Women s Team Kata: Kumite: Men s Team Kata: Kumite: 3 finalists 4 finalists 3 finalists 4 finalists Closing Ceremonies Awards Presentation and Closing ceremonies 5

7 FEES AND ADMISSION PRICES Karate Championship fees: Adult Division: Individual, Single Event $40 Individual, Both Events $50 Team $100 Senior Division: Individual, Single Event $40 Individual, Both Events $50 Team Kata $100 Youth Division: Individual, Single Event $30 Individual, Both Events $40 Team Kata $50 National Collegiate tournament fees: Individual Single Event $30 Individual, Both Events $40 Team $50 REGISTRATIONS POSTMARKED AFTER OCTOBER 24TH, 2009 WILL BE ASSESSED A $l0 HANDLING FEE PER CONTESTANT. membership card may be purchased at the tournament for $50. All collegiate contestants must show a current membership card or JKA passport and 2009 College ID. Spectator Admission Prices: Competitors and Judges in uniform are free $ 6 One Day Pass $10 Two Day Pass $ 4 Children (12 & Under) 6

8 COMPETITOR CHECKLIST AND DAN EXAM FEES COMPETITOR CHECKLIST Mouthpiece Gloves (padded all cotton) Current Card or JKA passport for members Current student ID card (2009) Standard White Gi Dan Examination will take place on Sunday morning at 9 a.m. at the University of New Orleans. DAN EXAMINATION FEES- payable to Shodan $ Nidan $ Sandan $ Yondan $ DAN REGISTRATION FEES- payable to Shodan $90.00 Nidan $ Sandan $ Yondan $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 7

9 DAN EXAM FORM Please type or print clearly. Name Date of Birth / / Gender M / F Rank (dan) Address City State Zip Country Telephone ( ) Fax ( ) Dojo Dan rank you are testing for: Signature Date List previous JKA Dan registration numbers (if applicable): Rank Registration Number Date of Exam Chief Instructor/Examiner s name Shodan Nidan Sandan *All Examinees must be members of the Japan Karate Association thru Affiliations officially recognized by the JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION and have a current JKA passport. The Dan Registration Form must be signed by their Chief Instructor. 8

10 SELECTION OF JUDGES FORM Judges must meet the requirements as established by t he and the JKA. The Chief Instructor and/r tournament director will designate the Chief Judge and Arbitrator. This is to confirm that the following persons wills serve as Judges at the 2009 National Karate Tournament and Collegiate Tournament. Club: Name Dan Rank Judge's Rank (A, B, C, D or none) Signature of Club Director: This information must be postmarked no later than October 24, ALL JUDGES MUST SHOW VALID JKA QUALIFICATION CARD 9

11 WAIVER/RELEASE AGREEMENT To be completed by all adults and guardians of minors attending the JKAAF National Tournament Name Date of Birth Sex Rank Address City State Zip Organization Country Dojo Do you have a history of any of the following conditions? Please check either yes or no for each one. If you answer yes to any, please explain: Yes No Heart murmur Hypertension Recent infection Bone fracture in the past six months Concussion or severe head injury in the past six months Seizures Eye injury Severe bone bruises requiring padding Kidney injury Allergy to medication (list all): Are you currently taking any medications? If yes please specify Other: Date Signature of Participant (Parent or Guardian if under 18 years of age) WAIVER/RELEASE AGREEMENT: Event: the JKAAF National Tournament I understand that there are risks and dangers inherent in martial arts training and in participating in and/or receiving instruction at the EVENT. I understand and agree that by signing this Waiver/Release, I am assuming full responsibility for any and all risk of personal injury or death or for property damage suffered by me while participating in and/or receiving instruction at the EVENT. I expressly acknowledge that my participation in the EVENT may subject me to personal injury or bodily harm and I assume any and all risks of that participation. I also understand that in order to be allowed to participate in and/or receive instruction at the EVENT, I must give up my rights to hold the JKA American Federation and its affiliates, All South Karate Federation, University of New Orleans, and any and all other clubs, schools, instructors, members, judges, officials, representatives and all other participants (collectively the Releasees ) liable for any injury or damage which I may suffer while participating in and/or receiving instruction at the EVENT. I also understand and agree that by signing the Waiver/Release, I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for having or obtaining all insurance coverage which may be necessary or desirable in connection with my participation in and/or receipt of instruction at the EVENT and for any travel to and from the EVENT and in all lodging or any other activities which may be related directly, indirectly or incidentally to the foregoing. I further understand and agree that any fees or costs required for necessary or requested medical attention shall be my sole responsibility and that I shall not seek indemnification or contribution from any Releasee in connection therewith. I also understand that the Releasees shall not be responsible for any incidental, consequential or exemplary damages of any kind even if they are notified of the possibility of such in advance. I also understand and agree that any damage to any lodging sites or the tournament site that I cause is my full responsibility. In no case are said damages the responsibility of any of the Releasees. I further understand and agree that as consideration for my participation in the EVENT, the JKA American Federation and /or its designees shall have the right to use my name, image or likeness in the promotion of the EVENT or in any publication relating to the EVENT (or similar Events) and in any broadcast or rebroadcast transmission of the EVENT without any additional consideration to me for the use of my said name, image, audio/sound or likeness. I understand and agree that this Waiver/Release will have the effect of releasing, discharging, waiving and forever relinquishing any and all actions or causes of action that I may have or have had, whether past, present or future, whether known or unknown, and whether anticipated or unanticipated by me, arising out of my participation in and/or receipt of instruction at the EVENT. Knowing this, and in consideration of being permitted to participate in and/or receive instruction at the EVENT, I hereby release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the above-named Releasees individually and their entities, and their officers, agents, principals, partners, shareholders, directors and employees from any and all liability or costs, including attorney fees, associated with or arising from my participation in and/or receipt of instruction at the EVENT. I further understand and agree that this Waiver/Release will be binding on my spouse, my heirs, my personal representative, my assigns, my children, any guardian ad litem and me for said children. I understand that if I am signing this Waiver/Release on behalf of my minor child, that I will be giving up the same rights for said minor as I would be giving up if I signed this document on my own behalf. I acknowledge that I have read this Waiver/Release Agreement and that I understand the words and language in it. Print Name Date Sign Name Witness 10

12 CONTESTANTS MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE EMERGENCY CONTACT AND MEDICAL INFORMATION: Name of Parent/Legal Guardian: Address: City State Zip Telephone (day) (night) Child s Name: Any recent or present condition or injury: My child is allergic to the following medications: My child routinely takes the following medication: Her/his last tetanus immunization was: CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT: Date: / / I hereby give permission to the Emergency Department at any hospital chosen or designated by the JKA American Federation to treat my son/daughter (name of minor): Last Name First Name while we are away. I understand this permission covers the average emergency such as strain, sprain, cut, bruise, scrape, bump, skin rash such as impetigo, poison oak or ivy, bites such as bee stings and snake bites, allergic reactions, foreign bodies in the eye or skin, upset stomach, diarrhea, pink eye, minor burns, sunburn, suspected minor fractures, minor concussions, fevers, diagnostic x-rays, suturing, and the like. I give permission for my child to receive a tetanus booster (if needed). This permission is valid for 6 months only. I also understand that in cases of major significance such as a fracture, appendicitis, or any illness or injury requiring admission that additional consents will be necessary for treatment and that the hospital will make every attempt to reach me. I can be reached at the above address. Authorization is hereby given to release to: (insurance company) (policy number) any information needed to complete hospitalization claims. Finally, I understand in cases of acute emergency when hospital personnel have attempted to notify me and are unable to reach me, that this permission form will suffice for treatment until such time as I am able to be reached. While we are away, (name of minor): Last Name First Name is under care of: JKA American Federation This form is for minor participants and must be filled out by Parent or Legal Guardian. Please print clearly. All information must be supplied. JKA American Federation/ All South Karate Federation PARENTAL CONSENT FORM: First Aid I hereby give permission for JKA American Federation / All South Karate Federation (hereinafter JKAAF/ASKF) doctor or nurse to administer minor first aid and/or seek emergency medical care for my son/daughter (name of minor): Last Name First Name during his/her stay at the JKA American Federation National Tournament 2009 being held at University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 7-8, I understand that this permission covers the average emergency such as, but not limited to, strains, sprains, cuts, bruises, scrapes, bumps, skin rashes, minor bites, allergic reactions, upset stomach, diarrhea, minor burns, suspected minor fractures, fevers, and other similar occurrences. This permission is valid only for the duration of the JKAAF/ASKF event or activity described above. Emergency Care In the event that my child needs emergency medical care, as determined by the JKAAF/ASKF doctor/nurse, supervisory staff or administrators, I hereby give permission for said child to be treated in the emergency room and by the medical professionals of the hospital or medical center nearest to or most easily accessible to the JKAAF/ASKF event or activity described above. This permission includes, but is not limited to, fractures, snake bites, allergic reactions, minor concussions, contusions, lacerations, foreign bodies in the eyes or skin, fevers, diagnostic x-rays, suturing, minor burns, etc. I also give permission for my child to receive a tetanus booster (if needed). I understand that in cases of major significance, such as a fracture, appendicitis, or any illness or injury, which would require admission to a hospital, more consents will be necessary for treatment. If such a situation should arise, I further understand that the JKAAF/ASKF doctor/nurse, supervisory staff and/or administrators, and the hospital will make every attempt to reach me. I hereby release THE CAMP (JKA American Federation National Tournament2009, JKAAF/ASKF and University of New Orleans from any and all liabilities due to personal injury, bodily harm, or lost or stolen articles. Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian 11

13 ADULT DIVISION - GENERAL INFORMATION The National Karate Championships open to ALL JKA Members Only. Competitors must be at least 18 years old to compete in the adult division. competitors must present a current membership card or JKA passport or buy one at the tournament for $50. Please Note In kumite matches, mouthpiece and padded all cotton gloves are required for all contestants regardless of rank. No contestant will be permitted to compete without both. Only safety glasses will be permitted to be worn during kumite events. Absolutely no jewelry of any type will be permitted to be worn by competitors or officials (with the exception of the JKA tiepin for officials) (male or female). All individuals will compete in separate events. Nationals Adult lndividual Events Club Eliminations; each club of the may recommend a seeding of up to 4 competitors from its club in the following events: Women's Kata, Men's Kata, Women's Kumite, and Men's Kumite. Selection of the final seeding will be decided by the Chief Instructor and/or tournament director according to regional and other considerations. Four finalists from each individual event will compete in the finals on Sunday November 8, Any member of the JKA, who wishes to compete, may do so simply by filling out the appropriate forms and meeting the deadlines for registration. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. JKA rules will apply for all events Nationals Adult and Senior Team Events Team Kata: Each club may send one men's team and one women's team, and one senior team. Kata teams will compete in the preliminaries on Saturday November 7, The top three men's Teams, top three women's teams and top three senior teams will advance to the finals Sunday afternoon. Team Kumite: Each men's team will consist of three members and one alternate. Each women s team will consist of three members and one alternate. Each club may send up to two men's and up to two women's kumite team. Kumite teams will compete in the preliminaries on Saturday November 8, The top two teams will advance to the finals on Sunday November 8,

14 ADULT INDIVIDUAL BLACK BELT CLUB REPRESENTATIVE SEEDING FORM Categories as follows: Women's Kata (4) Women's Kumite {4) Men's Kata (4) Men's Kumite {4) All contestants must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age. contestants must present a current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable. A single event is $40 or both events are $50 per contestant. Club: Club Director s Signature: Men's Kumite: Name Rank 1. (top seed) Women's Kumite: Name Rank 1. (top seed) Men s Kata: 1. (top seed) Women s Kata: 1. (top seed) Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 13

15 ADULT INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age. contestants must present a current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable A. single event is $40, and both events are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Ranking categories: White (unranked to 7 kyu); and Colored Belts (6 kyu and 4 kyu); Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Kumite Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 14

16 BROWN BELT ADULT INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age. contestants must present a current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable A. single event is $40, and both events are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Kumite Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 15

17 BLACK BELT ADULT INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age. contestants must present a current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable A. single event is $40, and both events are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Kumite Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 16

18 ADULT CLUB TEAM REGISTRATION FORM Each club may send one team for each of the following team events. Men's Team Kata, Women's Team Kata Each club may send up to two teams for each of the following team events Men's Team Kumite, Women's Team Kumite, All teams must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age. contestants all ranks must present a current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Team registration $100 per team. Registration fees are non-refundable. Club: Club Director s Signature: Men's Team Kumite: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Women's Team Kumite: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Team Kata: (Kata teams may be any combination of men and women) 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 17

19 SENIOR DIVISION QUALIFICATIONS AND RULES All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 45 years of. contestants must present current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. The competition is open to both male and female competitors. Male and Females will compete in separate divisions. Categories as follows: Men s Individual Kata Womens Individual Kata Men s Team Kata Women s Team Kata All individuals will compete in separate events: Men s Individual Kata Womens Individual Kata Nationals Senior lndividual Events Four finalists from each individual event will compete in the finals on Sunday November 8, Any member of the JKA, who wishes to compete, may do so simply by filling out the appropriate forms and meeting the deadlines for registration. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Nationals Senior Team Events Team Kata: Each club may send one men's team and one women's team, and one senior team. Kata teams will compete in the preliminaries on Saturday November 7, The top three men's Teams, top three women's teams and top three senior teams will advance to the finals Sunday afternoon. 18

20 SENIOR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 45 years of age. contestants must present current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable. A single event is $40, both event are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Ranking categories: White (unranked to 7 kyu); and Colored Belts (6 kyu and 4 kyu); Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 19

21 BROWN BELTS SENIOR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 45 years of age. contestants must present current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable. A single event is $40, both event are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 20

22 BLACK BELTS SENIOR INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October, Contestants must be at least 45 years of age. contestants must present current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Registration fees are non-refundable. A single event is $40, both event are $50 per contestant. There are no limits to the number of contestants from one club. Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 21

23 SENIOR TEAM KATA REGISTRATION FORM Each club may send one kata team for the Senior Team Kata Event Teams may be a mix of male and female. All teams must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 45 years of age. contestants must present current membership card or JKA passport at check-in. Team registration $100 per team. Registration fee is non-refundable. Club: Club Director's Signature: Senior Team Kata: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 22

24 COLLEGIATE GENERAL INFORMATION The National Collegiate Karate Tournament is open to ALL JKA members who are full-time Graduate or undergraduate students in good standing of a United States College University or Junior College. Competitors must be at least 18 years old. Competitors must present valid proof of full time status and current cards. In team competition, all members of a team must be students of the same school. Competition rules for kumite and kata contestants and judges are those established by the. Please take note of specific contest rules listed below. Collegiate Individual Events The following individual events will be included: White Belts Colored Belts Brown and Black Belts (Unranked to 7thkyu) (6, 5, 4 kyu) (3b kyu and above) Men's/Women's kata Men's/Women's kata Women's kata Men's kumite Men's kumite Men's kata Women's kumite Women's kumite Women's kumite Men's kumite White and colored belt competition will conclude on Saturday November 7,2009. Brown and black belt finals will conclude on Sunday November 8, The top three male and three female kata and top two kumite contestants will advance to Sunday finals. There is no limit to the number of contestants from one school. CollegiateTeam Events All members of a collegiate team must be from the same college/university. Only one team per School in each event is allowed. Team Kata: A. Teams maybe composed of any combination of ranks and any combination of men and women. B. The top three teams will advance to Sunday s finals. Team Kumite: A. Teams maybe composed of any combination of ranks for men's team and for women's team. B. A team is composed of three members and one alternate. C. The top two teams will advance to Sunday's finals' D. The third place team will be determined at Saturday s competition. 23

25 COLLEGIATE CONTEST RULES Kata: A: Contestants may not perform kata in competition higher than that required for their next promotion examination. The table below indicates the appropriate kata for each rank. B. In the case of team kata, the kata performed must be in accordance with the status of the lowest ranking member of the team. Rank Permitted Kata Ungraded Heian 1 8 kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian Tekki 1 3 kyu-1 kyu Heian Tekki 1, Jion Bassai-Dai, Empi, Kanku-Dai Shodan& above Any kata may be performed Kumite: All matches will be shobu Ippon Kumite. JKA rules will be used: One (1) Point Match Two (2) wazari - Two (2) Minutes Protective gear for children allowed, i.e. shin guard, headgear. Light protective gear for adults. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST WEAR A MOUTH PIECE AND LIGHT GLOVES. 24

26 COLLEGIATE INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be at least 18 years of age, full time undergraduate and graduate students will be allowed to compete. Proof of enrollment and current membership card or JKA passport for contestants must be presented at check-in. Registrations fees are non-refundable. A single event is $30 and both events are $40 per contestant. School: City:_ : State Coach: Club: Ranking categories: White (unranked to 7 kyu); and Colored Belts (6 kyu and 4 kyu); Brown and Black Belt (3 kyu and above) Name Rank Sex Age Kata Kumite Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 25

27 COLLEGIATE TEAM REGISTRATION FORM All contestants must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24,2009. Contestants must be at least 18 years of age, full time undergraduate and graduate students will be allowed to compete. Proof of enrollment and current J KA/AF membership card or JKA passport must be presented at check-in. Only one team per event, per school, and all team members must be from the same school. Teams may be composed of any combination of rank. ALL MEMBERS OF A TEAM MUST BE FROM THE SAME COLLEGE. Registration fees are non-refundable. Team registration $50 per team. School: City: State Coach: Club: Men's Team Kumite: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Women's Team Kumite: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Team Kata: (Kata teams may be any combination of men and women) 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 26

28 YOUTH DIVISION GENERAL INFORMATION Age Rank Qualifications and Rules: All eligible youth competitors must be a member in good standing with the. They must be between the ages of 7 and 17 years old. lndividual: The competition is open to both male and female competitors and will include five age categories as follows. Except where indicated, the groupings apply to both kata and kumite. Ages Boys and girls will be combined in the following groups: Ungraded to 7th kyu 6th kyu to 4th kyu 3th kyu and above Ages Boys and girls will be combined in the following groups: Ungraded to 7 th kyu 6th kyu to 4th kyu 3th kyu and above Ages Boys and girls will be combined in the following groups: Ungraded to 7 th kyu 6th kyu to 4th kyu 3th kyu and above kata Boys and girls will be separate in the following group: 3th kyu and above kumite Ages Boys and girls will be combined in the following groups: Ungraded to 7th kyu 6th kyu to 4th kyu 3th kyu and above kata Boys and girls will be separate in the following group: 3th kyu and above kumite Ages Boys and girls will be combined in the following groups: Ungraded to 7th kyu 6th kyu to 4th kyu 3rd kyu and above kata Boys and girls will be separate in the following group: 3rd kyu and above kumite Team: Team kata will be open to all ages, rank and gender. There will be no team kumite for youths. The number of participants in each category will determine adjustments made, if any to their categories. Finals: All divisions will conclude on Saturday November 7, If, any division has fewer than 5 competitors, we reserve the right to combine divisions. 27

29 YOUTH DIVISION RULES Kata: A. Contestants may not perform kata in competition higher than that required for their next promotion examination. The table below indicates the appropriate kata for each rank. B. In the case of team kata, the kata performed must be in accordance with the status of the lowest ranking member of the team. Rank Permitted Kata Ungraded Heian 1 8 kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian kyu Heian Tekki 1 3 kyu-1 kyu Heian Tekki 1, Jion Bassai-Dai, Empi, Kanku-Dai Shodan& above Any kata may be performed Kumite: All matches will be shobu Ippon Kumite. JKA rules will be used: One (1) Point Match Tow (2) wazari - Two (2) Minutes Protective gear for children allowed, i.e. shin guard, headgear. Light protective gear for adults. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST WEAR A MOUTH PIECE AND LIGHT GLOVES. If any division has fewer than 5 competitors, we reserve the right to combine divisions 28

30 YOUTH INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM Each Club may send an unlimited number of competitors in each of the three divisions (Ungraded to 7 th kyu, 6 th Kyu to 4 th kyu, 3th kyu and above) in each of the following age groups: Kata Kumite Ages Ages Ages Ages Ages Ages Girls Ages Boys Ages Ages Girls Ages Boys Ages Ages Girls Ages Boys All contestants must pre-register and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be 17 years of age or under at the time of the tournament. competitors must present a current membership cards or JKA passport at check-in. Registrations fees are non-refundable. A single event is $30 and both events are $40 per contestant. Club: Name Rank Sex Age Kata Kumite Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 29

31 YOUTH TEAM REGISTRATION FORM - KATA ONLY All teams must pre-register, and all registrations must be postmarked by October 24, Contestants must be 17years of age or younger at the time of the tournament. competitors must present a current membership cards or JKA passport at check-in. Teams may be made up of any combination of age (as long as 17 years of age or younger), rank or gender. Registration fees are non-refundable. Team registration $50 per team. Club: Name Rank 1. (Captain) (Alternate) Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 30

32 T-SHIRT ORDER FORM Order your 2009 J KA/AF Tournament T-Shirt now and it will be available for you when you check-in for the tournament. Sizes available: Short-Sleeve......$20 Adult S, M, L, X L, X XL (specify charge if not listed) Name Size T-Shirt Amount Qty. Enclosed Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 31

33 PARTY RESERVATION FORM Party is open to all participants, family, and friends and will be held Saturday November 7, Please plan on attending with others from your club. Banquet fees are non-refundable. Party cost is $25.00 per person. (Cash Bar). (Time and location to follow) Club: Name Total Tickets Amount Total amount enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 32

34 PROGRAM ADVERTISING FORM Advertising Rates: Back cover (exterior or interior) 10" high x7-1/2" wide $ Full Page (interior) 10" high x7-1/2" wide $ Half Page 5" high x7-1/2" wide $ Quarter Page 5" high x3-3/4" wide $ Eighth Page 2/2" high x 3-3/4" wide $ Artwork/Advertisements should be preferably submitted on disc. Compatible programs are as follows: Adobe Photoshop or PDF file. Business cards may also be used for art. Advertisings space reservation Form J KA/AF Championships (Please check one): Back cover (exterior or interior) * Call for availability Full Page (interior) Half Page Quarter Page Eighth Page Company Name: Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Representative: Signature: Phone: Address: Additional Comments: Amount Enclosed: $ Please make check or money orders payable to: Please send to: 33