2013 USA NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS & US TEAM TRIALS

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1 2013 USA NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS & US TEAM TRIALS July 9-14 Bi-Lo Center Greenville, South Carolina Version 1.0

2 Dear Competitors, Coaches & Officials; 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials Greeneville, SC On behalf of USA Karate, I would like to invite you to join us at the 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials. This exciting event features competition for all ages and skill levels, and selects the members of our Junior and Senior National Teams. This year s competition will be hosted in the Bi- Lo Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina. This fantastic venue will play host to four days of exciting competition. Our Headquarters Hotel will be the Hyatt Regency Greenville and will host our certification courses, technical seminars, and other events. In addition to top level competition, we will again host a number of seminars and courses. I encourage everyone to take part in one of our high level seminars and courses. Be it the Referee or Coaches Certification Course, the Tournament Director Course, or the Dan Certification Exam; make your plans to participate in these events that will make you a better all- around karate- ka. Each year, the National Championships continues to grow and reassure it s reputation as the premier domestic karate event in the United States, and this year s event is looking to be our best and biggest ever. I hope you will be able to join us in Greenville for this exciting event. Best Regards, John DiPasquale President USA Karate

3 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials EVENT 2013 USA National Karate Championships The most prestigious Karate event in the United States! These are the only words that can accurately describe the 2013 USA National Karate Championships. The 19th event of its kind hosted by USA Karate will be held July 11-14, 2013 at the Bi- Lo Convention Center. This is going to be our best Nationals yet, and you don t want to miss it! 2013 US Team Trials Team USA is ready to dominate in the competition season, but before they can take home the gold, they have to be selected at the 2013 US Team Trials that will be held in conjunction with the National Championships. You don t want to miss your chance to see the best athletes in the United States compete for their chance to represent the United States. Are you one of the best? Come see if you have what it takes to represent your country at the highest- level Karate competitions in the WORLD! DATES Registration/Credentials Pickup July 9 & 10 Certification Courses & Technical Seminars July 9 & 10 Competition Dates July 11-14* *Please Note the 4- Day Competition Schedule! EVENT WEBSITE COMPETITION VENUE Bi- Lo Convention Center Greenville, SC HEADQUARTERS HOTEL Hyatt Regency Suites Greenville - Main Street USA Karate Event Rate: $139/night Reservations: (Coupon Code: USAKarate2013)

4 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials ADDITIONAL HOTELS Hilton Greenville Westin Greenville Hampton Inn & Suites (864) (864) (864) $115/night $159/night $189/night Courtyard Marriott Clarion Inn & Suites Holiday Inn Express & Suites (864) (864) (864) $169/night $89.99/night $149/night Visit for additional hotel information and updates! AIRLINE United Airlines is the Official Airline of the USA National Karate Championships and is offering special discounts for your airfare to Greenville. You can book in any of the following ways: 1) Visit and use Offer Code ZNZ in the Offer Code box when searching for flights 2) Contact United Mee)ngs at (or your own preferred travel professional) and give them the agreement code above Remember that United Airlines is the Official Airline of both USA Karate and the US Olympic Commi7ee and using them supports our Na0onal Team! SPECTATOR TICKETS Purchase your Spectator Tickets online and save! Online Spectator Tickets One Day Ticket $20 Four Day Pass $50 Onsite Spectator Tickets One Day Ticket $25 Four Day Pass $65

5 COMPETITOR REGISTRATION Online Registration 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials Register online at Using our convenient online registration is the fastest, easiest and best way to register for this event. Online registration will be processed and completed within 48 hours and you will be able to verify your information quickly and easily. Online registration will be open until 12:00am on July 7. Paper Registration Alternately, you may complete and submit the enclosed registration form. Paper registration will take 4-6 weeks to be processed and appear in the online application search. All Paper Registrations will be charged a $30 Handling Fee. Register online for the fastest and cheapest service!

6 COMPETITION REGISTRATION FEES 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials First Division $80 Second Division $40 Third Division $25 Fourth Division $25 Each Additional Division $60 Team Divisions $150 Paper Registration Handling Fee $30 Register Online and Avoid this Fee! Remember that USA Karate Membership is required to participate in this competition. You can register online at LATE REGISTRATION FEES Online Late Registration Fee $35 Paper Late Registration Fee (Date Dependent) Registration postmarked June 12- June 21 $35 Registration postmarked June 22- June 29 $50 On- Site Registration Fee $70 ALL PAPER REGISTRATIONS SHOULD BE POSTMARKED BY JUNE 29. AFTER THAT DATE, REGISTRATIONS SHOULD BE HAND DELIVERED TO THE REGISTRATION DESK AT THE HYATT REGENCY GREENVILLE On- Site Registrations will be assessed a $70 Late Fee All competitors are encouraged to register early to avoid any additional fees and to use the online registration system to ensure the fastest and most accurate processing

7 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials Rules of Competition Non- Elite Divisions USA Karate Rules of Competition will be used (available at Elite Divisions WKF Rules of Competition will be used Protective Equipment The following protective equipment is required for all kumite competitors: Red/Blue USA- NKF/WKF Approved Gloves/Mitts White/Red/Blue USA- NKF/WKF Approved Shin/Instep Protectors Mouth Guard WKF Approved Chest Protector (Females in elite kumite divisions) Groin Protector (All male competitors) The following protective equipment is recommended in Elite Divisions: WKF Approved Face Mask (12-13 & Categories Only) WKF Approved Body Armor (All Elite Categories) Competitors in other categories may wear the additional WKF Approved Equipment in accordance with the WKF/USA Karate Rules of Competition Official Equipment Supplier USA- NKF Approved protective equipment is available exclusively through Asian World of Martial Arts. AWMA also carries a full line of WKF approved equipment as well as top quality uniforms and training aids. Be sure to get your gear from the Official Martial Arts Equipment Supplier to USA Karate and the US Karate Team.

8 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials USA KARATE REFEREE/JUDGE CERTIFICATION USA Karate will host a Referee/Judge Certification Course Wednesday, July 10 that will issue certifications up to Kumite Referee A & Kata Judge A. You registration fee will cover both Kata and Kumite courses, and every official is encouraged to work to attain both licenses. USA Karate now issues the coveted Karate Referee Badge to those individuals who have attained both Kumite Referee A and Kata Judge A licenses. USA Karate Referee/Judge Certification Course Wednesday, July 10 9am - 7pm Kumite/Kata Certification Course Fee: $199 Referee/Judge Certification Course Registration is available online only! USA Karate Officials who have attained the Karate Referee standard (Kumite Referee A & Kata Judge A) may participate in the course at no charge. USA Karate Officials who have a Kumite Referee A license but not a Kata Judge A or the Kata Judge A license but no a Kumite Referee A are entitled to a 50% discount. Please contact natoffice@usankf.org for more details. Referees not participating in the certification course, but attending the championships are required to register online at USA KARATE COACHES CERTIFICATION This year s Coaches Certification course will feature sessions taught by USA Karate Head Coach Tokey Hill and members of the National Coaching Staff. This course should be considered mandatory for anyone interested in coaching. From the club coach to the highest level elite coach, there will be something for everyone. Any USA Karate Coach Member wishing to coach on the competition floor must have attended a USA Karate Coaches Certification Course within the previous 12 months. USA Karate Coaches Certification Course Wednesday, July 10 9am - 4pm USA Karate Coaches Certification Fee: $199 Coaches Certification Course Registration is available online only! Coaches not participating in the certification courses but attending the championships and in need of a coaches pass (must have attended the Coaches Certification Course in the previous 12 months) are required to register online at

9 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials USA KARATE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR CERTIFICATION The Tournament Director Certification Course is a primary and vital portion of an exciting and new sanctioning program being rolled out by USA Karate. The sanctioning program will enhance the quality of USA Karate sanctioned events, ensure USA Karate s high standards of competition are met and fully understood, all the while protecting and educating USA Karate Members and tournament hosts. Participants in the course will learn the requirements and standards for hosting a USA Karate sanctioned event, the benefits and limitations provided by the USA Karate sanction and insurance, the role of the Certified Tournament Director in sanctioned events and discuss best practices and techniques learned from some of the most successful Tournament Directors in the country. At the successful conclusion of the course, participants will be certified by USA Karate as Tournament Directors and be fully authorized to host USA Karate sanctioned events. Certified Tournament Directors will gain access to a restricted section of the USA Karate website with access to usable USA Karate logos, convenient forms, helpful tips and a Q&A forum for answers or suggestions on hosting high quality, successful events. A primary goal of the certification is to provide Tournament Directors with the information, tools and support to host efficient, safe, and profitable events that build the value of the USA Karate sanction. The scheduled course time is two hours, and will feature 1 hour and 30 minutes of instruction followed by a 30 minute moderated discussion with respected tournament directors from across the United States. Certifications are valid for two years. Courses will be offered at USA Karate Signature Events including the USA Open and the USA National Championships. Tournament Director Certification Course Fee: $199 Tuesday, July 10 10am - 12pm

10 2013 USA National Karate Championships & US Team Trials GENERAL SCHEDULE The following schedule is presented as a general outline. Updated schedules will be posted at and should be regarded as the most accurate schedule of events Tuesday, July 9 Registration & Credentials Desk Open USA Karate Certification Courses & Technical Seminars Wednesday, July 10 Registration & Credentials Desk Open USA Karate Certification Courses and Technical Seminars Referee Briefing Athlete Weigh- In Thursday, July 11 Competition Begins Athlete Weigh- In Friday, July 12 Competition Begins Saturday, July 13 Competition Begins Sunday, July 14 Competition Begins US Senior National Team Finals

11 NON ELITE KATA K300 5 & Under Female Beg/Nov Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K301 5 & Under Male Beg/Nov Kata K Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K302 6 Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K303 6 Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K304 6 Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K305 6 Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K306 6 Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K307 6 Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K308 6 Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K309 6 Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K310 7 Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K311 7 Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K312 7 Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K313 7 Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K Male Beginner Kata K314 7 Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K Male Novice Kata K315 7 Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K316 7 Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K & Over Female Beg/Nov Kata K317 7 Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K & Over Female Int/Adv Kata K318 8 Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K & Over Female Beg/Nov Kata K319 8 Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K & Over Female Int/Adv Kata K320 8 Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K & Over Female Beg/Nov Kata K321 8 Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K & Over Female Int/Adv Kata K322 8 Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K & Over Male Beg/Nov Kata K323 8 Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K & Over Male Int/Adv Kata K324 8 Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K & Over Male Beg/Nov Kata K325 8 Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K & Over Male Int/Adv Kata K326 9 Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K & Over Male Beg/Nov Kata K327 9 Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K & Over Male Int/Adv Kata K328 9 Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K416 Female Advanced Kata* K329 9 Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K417 Male Advanced Kata* K330 9 Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K331 9 Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K332 9 Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K333 9 Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K Female Advanced Kata K Male Advanced Kata K Male Beginner Kata K Female Beginner Kata K Male Novice Kata K Female Novice Kata K Male Intermediate Kata K Female Intermediate Kata K Male Advanced Kata K Female Advanced Kata K Female Beginner Kata K Male Beginner Kata K Female Novice Kata K Male Novice Kata BEGINNER (Beg):=10th kyu- 8th kyu/1 Year of Training & Under *These divisions are to both US Citizens & Non- US Citizens. Competitors in these divisions may not compete in Senior (Adult) Elite/Team Trial Kata NOVICE (Nov):=7th kyu- 5th kyu/1-2 Years of Training INTERMEDIATE (Int):=4th kyu- 2nd kyu/2-4 Years of Training ADVANCED (Adv):=1st kyu & higher/4+ Years of Training ELITE (Elt): Recommended Minimum Rank of 1st Dan & 5+ Years of Training A competitor must compete at the same age level in all event categories in which they compete. Note: A competitor over 34 years of age may choose to compete in divisions restricted to years of age, however if they do so they must compete as in ALL event categories.

12 NON ELITE KUMITE S300 5 & Under Female Beg/Nov Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite +75 Kg S301 5 & Under Male Beg/Nov Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Male Novice Kumite - 75 Kg S302 6 Female Beginner Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 50 Kg S Male Novice Kumite +75 Kg S303 6 Female Novice Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite +50 Kg S Male Int Kumite - 75 Kg S304 6 Female Intermediate Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Girl Advanced Kumite - 50 Kg S Male Int Kumite +75 Kg S305 6 Female Advanced Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite S Girl Advanced Kumite +50 Kg S Female Beg/Nov Kumite - 65 Kg S306 6 Male Beginner Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite S Female Beg/Nov Kumite +65 Kg S307 6 Male Novice Kumite S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Female Int/Adv Kumite - 65 Kg S308 6 Male Intermediate Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 60 Kg S Female Int/Adv Kumite +65 Kg S309 6 Male Advanced Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 40 Kg S Male Intermediate Kumite +60 Kg S Female Beg/Nov Kumite - 65 Kg S310 7 Female Beginner Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite +40 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite - 60 Kg S Female Beg/Nov Kumite +65 Kg S311 7 Female Novice Kumite S FeFemale Advanced Kumite - 40 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite +60 Kg S Female Int/Adv Kumite - 65 Kg S312 7 Female Intermediate Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite +40 Kg S Female Beginner Kumite S Female Int/Adv Kumite +65 Kg S313 7 Female Advanced Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Female Beg/Nov Kumite S314 7 Male Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 55 Kg S Female Int/Adv Kumite S315 7 Male Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 45 Kg S Female Intermediate Kumite +55 Kg S Male Beg/Nov Kumite - 75 Kg S316 7 Male Intermediate Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite +45 Kg S Female Advanced Kumite - 55 Kg S Male Beg/Nov Kumite +75 Kg S317 7 Male Advanced Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite - 45 Kg S Female Advanced Kumite +55 Kg S Male Int/Adv Kumite - 75 Kg S318 8 Female Beginner Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite +45 Kg S Male Beginner Kumite S Male Int/Adv Kumite +75 Kg S319 8 Female Novice Kumite S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Male Beg/Nov Kumite - 75 Kg S320 8 Female Intermediate Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 65 Kg S Male Beg/Nov Kumite +75 Kg S321 8 Female Advanced Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 43 Kg S Male Intermediate Kumite +65 Kg S Male Int/Adv Kumite - 75 Kg S322 8 Male Beginner Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite +43 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite - 65 Kg S Male Int/Adv Kumite +75 Kg S323 8 Male Novice Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite - 43 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite +65 Kg S Male Beg/Nov Kumite S324 8 Male Intermediate Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite +43 Kg S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Int/Adv Kumite S325 8 Male Advanced Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Female Adv Kumite* S326 9 Female Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 57 Kg S Male Adv Kumite* S327 9 Female Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 47 Kg S Female Intermediate Kumite +57 Kg S328 9 Female Intermediate Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite +47 Kg S Female Advanced Kumite - 57 Kg S329 9 Female Advanced Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite - 47 Kg S Female Advanced Kumite +57 Kg S330 9 Male Beginner Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite +47 Kg S Male Beginner Kumite S331 9 Male Novice Kumite S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S332 9 Male Intermediate Kumite S Female Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 67 Kg S333 9 Male Advanced Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite - 50 Kg S Male Intermediate Kumite +67 Kg S Female Beginner Kumite S Female Intermediate Kumite +50 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite - 67 Kg S Female Novice Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite - 50 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite +67 Kg S Female Intermediate Kumite S Female Advanced Kumite +50 Kg S Female Beginner Kumite - 65 Kg S Female Advanced Kumite S Male Beginner Kumite S Female Beginner Kumite +65 Kg S Male Beginner Kumite S Male Novice Kumite S Female Novice Kumite - 65 Kg S Male Novice Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite - 60 Kg S Female Novice Kumite +65 Kg S Male Intermediate Kumite S Male Intermediate Kumite +60 Kg S Female Int Kumite - 65 Kg S Male Advanced Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite - 60 Kg S Female Int Kumite +65 Kg S Female Beginner Kumite S Male Advanced Kumite +60 Kg S Male Beginner Kumite - 75 Kg BEGINNER (Beg):=10th kyu- 8th kyu/1 Year of Training & Under NOVICE (Nov):=7th kyu- 5th kyu/1-2 Years of Training *These divisions are to both US Citizens & Non- US Citizens. Competitors in these divisions may not compete in Senior (Adult) Elite/Team Trial Kumite INTERMEDIATE (Int):=4th kyu- 2nd kyu/2-4 Years of Training ADVANCED (Adv):=1st kyu & higher/4+ Years of Training ELITE (Elt): Recommended Minimum Rank of 1st Dan & 5+ Years of Training A competitor must compete at the same age & skill level in all event categories in which they compete. Note: A competitor over 34 years of age may choose to compete in divisions restricted to years of age, however if they do so they must compete as in ALL event categories.

13 LONG WEAPONS - KOBUDO WB300 9 & Under Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Beg/Nov Bo WB301 9 & Under Female Int/Adv Bo WB Male Int Bo WB Male Int Bo WB302 9 & Under Male Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Adv Bo WB Male Adv Bo WB303 9 & Under Male Int/Adv Bo WB Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Female Int Bo WB Female Int Bo WB Female Int Bo WB Female Adv Bo WB Female Adv Bo WB Female Adv Bo WB Male Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Beg/Nov Bo WB Male Int Bo WB Male Int Bo WB Male Int Bo WB Male Adv Bo WB Male Adv Bo WB Male Adv Bo WB Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Female Bo WB Female Beg/Nov Bo WB Female Int Bo WB Male Bo WB Female Int Bo WB Female Adv Bo WB Female Adv Bo SHORT WEAPONS - KOBUDO (Sai, Tonfa, Kama & Nunchaku) WS Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS300 9 & Under Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Male Int Short Weapons WS Male Int Short Weapons WS301 9 & Under Female Int/Adv Short Weapons WS Male Adv Short Weapons WS Male Adv Short Weapons WS302 9 & Under Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS328 Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS303 9 & Under Male Int/Adv Short Weapons WS Female Int Short Weapons WS329 Female Int Short Weapons WS Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Female Adv Short Weapons WS330 Female Adv Short Weapons WS Female Int Short Weapons WS Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS331 Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Female Adv Short Weapons WS Male Int Short Weapons WS332 Male Int Short Weapons WS Male Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Male Adv Short Weapons WS333 Male Adv Short Weapons WS Male Int Short Weapons WS Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Female Short Weapons WS Male Adv Short Weapons WS Female Int Short Weapons WS Male Short Weapons WS Female Beg/Nov Short Weapons WS Female Adv Short Weapons WS Femle Int Short Weapons WS Female Adv Short Weapons IAIDO/SWORD IS300 Iaido/Sword Nov Division IS301 Iaido/Sword Int Division IS302 Iaido/Sword Adv Division BEGINNER (Beg):=10th kyu- 8th kyu/1 Year of Training & Under NOVICE (Nov):=7th kyu- 5th kyu/1-2 Years of Training INTERMEDIATE (Int):=4th kyu- 2nd kyu/2-4 Years of Training ADVANCED (Adv):=1st kyu & higher/4+ Years of Training ELITE (Elt): Recommended Minimum Rank of 1st Dan & 5+ Years of Training A competitor must compete at the same age level in all event categories in which they compete. Note: A competitor over 34 years of age may choose to compete in divisions restricted to years of age, however if they do so they must compete as in ALL event categories.

14 STYLE SPECIFIC KATA Okinawan Kata Korean Kata Shotokan Kata SK300 9 & Under Female Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata SK & Under Female Int/Adv Korean Kata SK Female Adv Shotokan Kata SK301 9 & Under Female Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK & Under Male Int/Adv Korean Kata SK Male Adv Shotokan Kata SK302 9 & Under Male Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata SK Female Int/Adv Korean Kata Shito- Ryu Kata SK303 9 & Under Male Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK Male Int/Adv Korean Kata SK Female Adv Shito- Ryu Kata SK Female Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata SK Female Int/Adv Korean Kata SK Male Adv Shito- Ryu Kata SK Female Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK Male Int/Adv Korean Kata Goju- Ryu Kata SK Male Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata SK Female Adv Goju- Ryu Kata SK Male Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK Male Adv Goju- Ryu Kata SK Female Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata Wado- Ryu Kata SK Female Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK Female Adv Wado- Ryu Kata SK Male Beg/Nov Okinawan Kata SK Male Adv Wado- Ryu Kata SK Male Int/Adv Okinawan Kata SK Female Beg Okinawan Kata SK Female Nov Okinawan Kata SK Female Int Okinawan Kata SK Female Adv Okinawan Kata SK Male Beg Okinawan Kata SK Male Nov Okinawan Kata SK Male Int Okinawan Kata SK Male Adv Okinawan Kata DISABLED KATA & KOBUDO (NON ELITE/TEAM TRIAL) A competitor may compete in exactly TWO of the following divisions DK & Under Female Disabled Kata DK Female Disabled Kata DK304 Disabled Weapons DK & Under Male Disabled Kata DK Male Disabled Kata BEGINNER (Beg):=10th kyu- 8th kyu/1 Year of Training & Under NOVICE (Nov):=7th kyu- 5th kyu/1-2 Years of Training INTERMEDIATE (Int):=4th kyu- 2nd kyu/2-4 Years of Training ADVANCED (Adv):=1st kyu & higher/4+ Years of Training ELITE (Elt): Recommended Minimum Rank of 1st Dan & 5+ Years of Training A competitor must compete at the same age level in all event categories in which they compete. Note: A competitor over 34 years of age may choose to compete in divisions restricted to years of age, however if they do so they must compete as in ALL event categories.

15 TEAM KUMITE TS300 7 & Under Female Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (5) TS301 7 & Under Male Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (5) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (3) TS Female Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) TS Male Team Kumite (3) Female Divisions Mixed Gender Divisions Family Divisions TK300 9 & Under Female Team Kata (3) TK310 9 & Under Mixed Team Kata (3)* TK315 Beg/Nov Family Team Kata (3)** TK Female Team Kata (3) TK Mixed Team Kata (3)* TK316 Int/Adv Family Team Kata (3)** TK Female Team Kata (3) TK Mixed Team Kata (3)* TK Female Team Kata (3) TK Mixed Team Kata (3)* TK Female Team Kata (3) TK Mixed Team Kata (3)* Male Divisions TK305 9 & Under Male Team Kata (3) TK Male Team Kata (3) TK Male Team Kata (3) TK Male Team Kata (3) TK Male Team Kata (3) TEAM KATA These categories are not for National Team Selection. Please see the Elite Division listing if you are interested in participating in Team Kata on the Senior or Junior National Teams. Teams in these categories will NOT perform Bunkai in any round *These divisions are for team kata of mixed gender of males and females. Team may be comprised of two males and one female or one male and two females. All competitors must meet the age requirements. **These divisions are for team kata whose members are of the same immediate family. There are no gender or age requirements BEGINNER (Beg):=10th kyu- 8th kyu/1 Year of Training & Under NOVICE (Nov):=7th kyu- 5th kyu/1-2 Years of Trainin INTERMEDIATE (Int):=4th kyu- 2nd kyu/2-4 Years of Training ADVANCED (Adv):=1st kyu & higher/4+ Years of Training ELITE (Elt): Recommended Minimum Rank of 1st Dan & 5+ Years of Training A competitor must compete at the same age level in all event categories in which they compete. Note: A competitor over 34 years of age may choose to compete in divisions restricted to years of age, however if they do so they must compete as in ALL event categories.

16 ES Male Elite Kumite - 35 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 47 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 68 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 40 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 54 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 78 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 45 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite +54 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite +78 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 50 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite +50 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 55 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 53 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 61 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 60 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 35 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 68 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite +60 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 40 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 76 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 45 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite +76 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite +45Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 48 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 52 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 53 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 57 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 59 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 63 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite +59 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 70 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite +70 Kg EK Male Elite Kata EK Male Elite Kata EK Male Elite Kata EK Female Elite Kata EK Female Elite Kata EK Female Elite Kata EK Male Elite Kata EK Female Elite Kata ELITE (NATIONAL TEAM TRIAL) DIVISIONS - Page 1 of 2 YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO ENTER ANY DIVISION ON THIS PAGE! Elite Divisions are for those competitors that are attempting to become members of the US Senior or Junior National Teams. To enter any of these divisions the competitor MUST be a U.S. Citizen at the time the registration is submitted. Competitors that medal in these divisions are eligible to become a member of the National Team Pool in accordance with the USA- NKF team guidelines. Any person competing in an Elite Division must compete as Advanced or higher in ALL other divisions in which they compete. Be prepared to show proof of citizenship even if you have already submitted it! JR CADET, CADET, JUNIOR & UNDER 21 ELITE KUMITE JR CADET, CADET, JUNIOR & UNDER 21 ELITE KATA SENIOR ELITE KILO KUMITE ES Male Elite Kumite - 60 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 67 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 75 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite - 84 Kg ES Male Elite Kumite +84 Kg ES Male Elite Open Weight Kumite ES Female Elite Kumite - 50 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 55 Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 61Kg ES Female Elite Kumite - 68Kg ES Female Elite Kumite +68Kg SENIOR ELITE OPEN WEIGHT KUMITE ES Female Elite Open Weight Kumite SENIOR ELITE KATA EK Male Elite Kata EK Female Elite Kata

17 ELITE (NATIONAL TEAM TRIAL) DIVISIONS - Page 2 of 2 YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO ENTER ANY DIVISION ON THIS PAGE! READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE REGISTERING. Elite Divisions are for those competitors that are attempting to become members of the US Senior or Junior National Teams. To enter any of these divisions the competitor MUST be a U.S. Citizen at the time the registration is submitted. Competitors that medal in these divisions are eligible to become a member of the National Team Pool in accordance with the USA- NKF team guidelines. Any person competing in an Elite Division must compete as Advanced or higher in ALL other divisions in which they compete. Be prepared to show proof of citizenship even if you have already submitted it! ELITE TEAM KATA Medaling in these categories does NOT guarantee participation at any international event. Final decisions regarding Team Kata participation will be made by the USA Karate National Team Committee Competitors in these categories must be prepared to demonstrate Bunkai in appropriate rounds as perscribed by WKF/USA Karate Rules of Competition ETK Male Elite Team Kata ETK Male Elite Team Kata ETK Male Elite Team Kata ETK Female Team Kata ETK Female Elite Team Kata ETK Female Elite Team Kata

18 USA National Karate Championships Competitor Registration Form Instructions The competitor registration form has various parts and collects essential information that is required for registration. Please follow the steps below to assist you in correctly completing each section. Remember forms that are filled out incorrectly and/or incompletely will not be processed and will be assessed a late fee. To avoid late fees, be sure to review the form carefully before submitting. If you are unsure about these forms, please have them reviewed by your Karate instructor. USA Karate is not responsible for incomplete, incorrect, or illegible information. 1) Attach a passport size photo to the registration - Registrations without a photo will not be processed and will be assessed a late fee 2) Indicate the following information: a. USA- NKF Member Number (all National Championships and Team Trials competitors must be USA Karate/USA- NKF members) i. Your membership number may have changed from last year ii. All memberships expire on December 31. If you have not purchased a membership for 2013, you may do so at in the Member Resources section iii. The member number is 4-5 digits long iv. You can look up your member number at in the Member Resources section b. Date of Birth (please use the mm/dd/yyyy format exp: 03/11/1980 = March 11, 1980) c. Zip Code d. Gender e. Weight in POUNDS (not KILOGRAMS) f. Skill level i. Changes have been made to the skill levels for Please review the following carefully! ii. Beginner 8 th kyu and under/less than 1 year of training iii. Novice 7 th kyu- 5 th kyu/1-2 years of training iv. Intermediate 4 th kyu- 2 nd kyu/2-4 years of training v. Advanced - 1 st kyu and higher/4 years or more of training vi. Elite US Team Trial Divisions/Recommended rank of 1 st Dan or higher and 5+ years of training vii. All brown belts must compete in intermediate or higher divisions viii. All black belts must compete in advanced or higher divisions ix. Athletes who participate in a beginner, novice, or intermediate division must compete in that skill level for all divisions x. An athlete who participates in an elite division may compete in an advanced division in another category (Exp: Athletes may compete in Elite Kumite and Advanced Kata, but may not compete in Elite Kumite and Advanced Kata) xi. Athletes who compete in Elite Kata may not compete in any other Kata division xii. Athletes who medal in any skill level must move up to the next higher skill level the following year (Exp: An athlete who medaled in a Novice category in 2012 must compete in the Intermediate or higher category in 2013) xiii. The ultimate placement of athletes in the correct skill level is the responsibility of both the athlete and their coach/instructor. We rely on the integrity of all of our participants to ensure for the safest and most fair competition. Should an athlete be found to purposefully misrepresent their skill level for the purpose of competitive advantage, appropriate actions may be taken against both the athlete and the coach/instructor 3) Indicate divisions you will participate in using a check mark and the division number i. Remember - There are restrictions in place regarding what divisions you may compete in. ii. You must compete at the same age for all divisions iii. If you compete in Elite Kata, you may compete in either Elite or Advanced (Non- Elite) kumite. You may not compete in a division lower than advanced. iv. If you compete in Elite Kumite, you may compete in Elite or Advanced (Non- Elite) Kata. You may not compete in a division lower than advanced. v. Competitors over age 34 may compete in age divisions, however they must then compete in the age group for all categories (ex: someone 37 years of age may enter kata, but they then must compete in kumite, not 35+ kumite) vi. You may compete in only one weight restricted division vii. You may compete in one weapons division 4) Read the Adult & Minor Amateur Athletic Waiver and Release of Liability 5) Complete personal information section a. Please print & complete all fields illegible/incomplete registrations will not be processed and will be assessed a late fee b. You do not need to submit a birth certificate or proof of citizenship with this application. However, you must be able to provide proof of citizenship and/or age upon request. 6) Sign and acknowledge the waiver a. A parent/guardian must sign for athletes aged 17 & under 7) Indicate applicable fees a. All fees are payable in US Dollars via cash, check, or credit card (Visa & Mastercard only) b. There is a $30 Handling Fee for all paper registrations AVOID THIS FEE BY REGISTERING ONLINE! c. Late fees will apply to all registrations postmarked after June 11. Late fees are as follows: i. Registrations postmarked on or before June 11 - No Late Fee ii. Registrations postmarked June 12- June 21 - $35 Late Fee iii. Registrations postmarked June 22- June 29 - $50 Late Fee iv. Registrations should be postmarked no later than June 29. After June 29, registrations should be hand delivered in Greenville. All on- site registrations will be accessed a $70 late fee 8) Indicate Payment Method a. Payments may be made by Check or Credit Card ONLY. Do not send cash. b. Checks should be made out to USA Karate c. Only domestic checks are accepted d. If appropriate, indicate credit card information 9) Indicate Hotel Information a. Please indicate the hotel you are utilizing in Greenville, the reservation name, the check- in/check- out dates, and the average nightly rate. b. USA Karate uses this information for tracking purposes only c. USA Karate will not distribute any hotel information to outside sources

19 2 USA NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Competitor Registration Form USA Karate Membership Number: Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy): Zip Code: Gender: Male 1 Female Photo must be attached. Registrations without photos will not be processed and a late fee will apply Weight (in pounds): Skill Level: 3 4 EVENT SELECTION KATA Category Division # Category Division # Non Elite Kata Style Specific Kata KUMITE Elite (Team Trial) Kata Category Division # Category Division # Non Elite Kumite KOBUDO Elite (Team Trial) Kilo Kumite Elite (Team Trial) Open Kumite Category Division # Category Division # Long Weapons Short Weapons Category Division # 5 Disabled Kata OTHER Iaido PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY (DO NOT LEAVE ANY FIELD BLANK) Competitor Name: Beginner (8th kyu & under/less Than 1 Year of Training) Novice (7th kyu-5th kyu/1-2 Years) Intermediate (4th kyu-2nd kyu/2-4 Years) Advanced (1st kyu & higher/4+ Years) Elite (National Team Level) Adult & Minor Amateur Athletic Waiver and Release of Liability In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the USA Karate/USA National Karate-do Federation athletics/sports program, and related events and activities, the undersigned: 1. Agrees that prior to participating, they know and understand the Rules of Competition, and that they (if under 18 years of age a Parent or Guardian) will inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and if the participant and/or Parent or Guardian, believes anything is, or may be, unsafe, they will immediately advise their coach or supervisor and the event personnel of such condition(s) and refuse to participate unless and until such condition is remedied. 2. Acknowledge and fully understand that each participant will be engaging in activities that involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death, and severe social and economic losses which might result not only from their own actions, inaction s or negligence but the actions, inaction s or negligence of others, the rules of play, or the condition of the premises or of any equipment used. Further, that there may be other risks not known to us or not reasonably foreseeable at this time. The undersigned assumes all the foregoing risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following such injury, permanent disability or death. 3. Release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue The USA National Karate-do Federation, USA Karate, The United States Olympic Committee, Bi-Lo Center, Greenville Convention & Visitors Bureau, its officers, its affiliated clubs, regional sports organizations, approved sports organizations, their respective administrators, directors, agents, coaches and other employees, staff, official and volunteers of the organization, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessees of premises used to conduct the event, all of which are hereinafter referred to as releasees from any and all liability to each of the undersigned, his or her heirs and next of kin for any and all claims, demands, losses or damages on account of injury including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releasee or otherwise. The undersigned shall indemnify the releasees and hold them harmless for any losses, liability or damages which may result from any failure or defect of such release. 4. All entries are final, no refunds will be given. I fully understand that any medical treatment given will be of a first aid treatment type only. I consent that any pictures furnished by me or any and all photographs or video images taken of me in connection with the Tournament can be reproduced and used for publicity, promotion or other purpose by the USA-NKF, its licensees or assigns now or in the future, and published or broadcast by any media whatsoever, and I hereby waive any and all claim for any compensation of any kind in regard thereto. All participation in any event or class in this Tournament is by permission only. The Tournament Director or his authorized agent(s) reserve the right to refuse entry to any person, school, team or club. 5. Statement of Health. By my signature below I confirm that I am in sound health and there is no reason why I cannot participate in this championship and/or event. The undersigned having read the above waiver and release in its entirety, understand that they have given up substantial rights by signing it and sign it voluntarily. Phone: Club ID: Instructor s Name: Club Address: 7 PAYMENT INFORMATION Competition Fees 6 By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read the Waiver & Release of Liability and that all information above is true to the best of my knowledge. First Division ($80) Second Division ($40) Signature of Contestant or Parent/Guardian if under 18 Date Third Division ($25) Fourth Division ($25) 8 Payment Information: Check Credit Card (Visa & Mastercard Only) Fifth Division ($60) Name on Card : $30 Sixth Division ($60) Other Fees Paper Registration Handling Fee - REQUIRED Register Online to Avoid this Fee! Late Fee (Date Dependent) See Instruction Sheet for Details TOTAL 9 Card Number : Expiration Date : CCV2 : Hotel Name : Reservation Name : Check-In Date : Check-Out Date: Room Rate:

20 USA KARATE USA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS REFEREE COURSE ENTRY FORM Please paste a picture of yourself in this box before returning application and fee. USA Karate Membership #: (must be current) Seminar Fee: $199 On-Site Late Fee: $35.00 TOTAL: FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY OFFICIAL NUMBER: WRITTEN TEST GRADE: CURRENT LICENSE: NEW LICENSE: NAME: BIRTHDATE: ADDRESS: PHONE: CITY: STATE: ZIP: AGE: SEX: GRADING HISTORY Style Origin: Japanese Karate Okinawan Karate Other Style Name: Style Rank: Kobudo Style: Kobudo Rank: USA-NKF Rank Certification: YES NO Rank: REFEREE QUALIFICATION KUMITE: KATA: DATE: DATE: PERSONAL CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the above facts are true and accurate and that I fully understand that any certification of recognition given to me may be withdrawn in the event of misrepresentation or fraud. Personal Signature: Date: Check Enclosed. I wish to charge the above to my credit card: Visa MasterCard Credit Card #: Expiration Date: Print Cardholder s Name: Cardholder s Signature:

21 USA KARATE USA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS COACH COURSE ENTRY FORM Please paste a picture of yourself in this box before returning application and fee. USA Karate Membership #: (must be current) Seminar Fee: $199 On-Site Late Fee: $35.00 TOTAL: FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY OFFICIAL NUMBER: WRITTEN TEST GRADE: CURRENT LICENSE: NEW LICENSE: NAME: BIRTHDATE: ADDRESS: PHONE: CITY: STATE: ZIP: AGE: SEX: GRADING HISTORY Style Origin: Japanese Karate Okinawan Karate Other Style Name: Style Rank: USA-NKF Rank Certification: YES NO Rank: COACH QUALIFICATION KUMITE: KATA: DATE: DATE: PERSONAL CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the above facts are true and accurate and that I fully understand that any certification of recognition given to me may be withdrawn in the event of misrepresentation or fraud. Personal Signature: Date: Check Enclosed. I wish to charge the above to my credit card: Visa MasterCard Credit Card #: Expiration Date: Print Cardholder s Name: Cardholder s Signature: