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5 th Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do OFFICIAL INVITATION Dear

the European King of Taekwon-Do during the last four years, we are honored to

King of Taekwon-Do, which will be held in Thessaloniki, Greece, on 16 th -17 th

The 5 th Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do is an international

Do Federation of Hellas, as well as in the International Taekwondo Federation and

This tournament gives the opportunity for any athlete from any part of the world to

We are sure that your time here will be fondly remembered both in the beautiful

2 5 th Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do OFFICIAL INVITATION Dear President, Instructor, Friend of Taekwon-Do, After the successful organization of the European King of Taekwon-Do during the last four years, we are honored to invite all clubs to participate at the 5 th Greek Open Championship 2017 European King of Taekwon-Do, which will be held in Thessaloniki, Greece, on 16 th -17 th December The 5 th Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do is an international open tournament that is included in the official calendar of the Athletic Taekwon Do Federation of Hellas, as well as in the International Taekwondo Federation and Europe International Taekwondo Federation calendar. This tournament gives the opportunity for any athlete from any part of the world to visit Greece and become the next King of Taekwon Do. We are sure that your time here will be fondly remembered both in the beautiful city of Thessaloniki and in the tournament venue, where some of the best Taekwon-Do athletes of the world will compete for the title. Organizing Committee A.C. Neapolis Macedonian Power A.C. White Tower Athletic Taekwon Do Federation of Hellas

ABOUT THESSALONIKI Thessaloniki, also known as Thessalonica or Salonica, is the second-largest city in Greece and administrative region of Central Macedonia.

Thessaloniki is a popular tourist destination.

All these are located around Thessaloniki s most central point, Aristotelous Square.

It consists of Thessaloniki s most traditional part of the city, still featuring small stone paved streets, old squares and homes featuring traditional Greek architecture.

3 ABOUT THESSALONIKI Thessaloniki, also known as Thessalonica or Salonica, is the second-largest city in Greece and administrative region of Central Macedonia. The city was founded around 315 BC by the King Cassander of Macedon and he named it after his wife Thessaloniki, a half-sister of Alexander the Great. Thessaloniki is a popular tourist destination. In 2010 was ranked by Lonely Planet as the world s fifth-best party city worldwide, comparable to other cities such as Dubai and Montreal. Tower (the symbol of the city). All these are located around Thessaloniki s most central point, Aristotelous Square. Ano Poli is the highest point in Thessaloniki, from where you can have an outstanding view of the city. It consists of Thessaloniki s most traditional part of the city, still featuring small stone paved streets, old squares and homes featuring traditional Greek architecture. CITY SITES The historical center of the city is characterized by its many historical buildings, arcades, laneways and distinct architectural styles. It is divided into several districts, of which include Ladadika (where many entertainment venues and taverns are located), Navarinou, Rotonda, Ippodromio and the White Thessaloniki has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites listed than any other city in Greece, a total of 15 monuments. There are notable Christian Churces, such as Hagia Sofia, as well as many Byzantine architecture monuments, such as the Complex of Roman Emperor Galerius.

4 A CCOMMODATION Hotel Capsis (4 stars) ( Room type Package Price (per person/ per night) Double room Breakfast 35 Half board 40 Triple room Breakfast 30 Half board 35 Accommodation price includes: - Accommodation according to the selected room type - Transportation (from/to the stadium and from/to the airport) D ATE AND PLACE OF TOURNAMENT The tournament will take place in Y.M.C.A. athletic center Mimis Tsikinas on the 16 th 17 th of December /@ , ,19z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x14a f:0x7ac841aaf16c594d!8m2!3d !4d I NDIVIDUAL ENTRY FEE The entry fee for each athlete is 20. The entry fee for each team is 20. A GE CATEGORIES Young Children: Children born in 2007 and 2008, must be from green belt up to black belt holders. Children A: Children born in 2005 and 2006, must be from green belt up to black belt holders. Children B: Children born in 2003 and 2004, must be from green belt up to black belt holders.

5 Junior: Competitors must not reach 18 years of age and must not be younger than 14 years of age on 16 th December. Also, must be from blue belt to 3rd degree ITF black belt certificate holders. Adults: Competitors must not reach 39 years of age and must not be younger than 18 years of age on 16 th December. Also, must be from red belt up to 4 th degree ITF black belt holders. Veterans: Competitors must be years old (Silver Class) and years old (Gold Class), on 16th December Also must be holders of 1 st Dan and above. S PARRING CATEGORIES Young Children Male ( ) : -25kg -30kg -35kg, -40kg, -45kg, -52kg, +52kg Children Male A ( ) : -35kg, -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg, -60kg, +60kg Children Male B ( ) : -35kg, -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg, -60kg, +60kg Junior Male (14 17 years old): -45kg, -51kg, -57kg, -63kg, -69kg, -75kg, +75kg Adult Male (18 39 years old): -50kg, -57kg, -64kg, -71kg, -78kg, -85kg, +85kg Veteran Silver Male (40-49 years old): -64kg, -73kg, -80kg, -90kg, +90kg Veteran Gold Male (50-59 years old): -66kg, -80kg, +80kg Young Children Female ( ) : -23kg, -28kg, -33kg, -38kg, -43kg, -50kg, +50kg Children Female A ( ) : -30kg, -35kg, -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg, +55kg Children Female B ( ) : -30kg, -35kg, -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg,+55kg Junior Female (14 17 years old): -40kg, -46kg, -52kg, -58kg, -64kg, -70kg, +70kg Adult Female (18 39 years old): -45kg, -51kg, -57kg, -63kg, -69kg, -75kg, +75kg Veteran Silver Female (40-49 years old): -75kg, -68kg, -61kg, -54kg, +75kg Veteran Gold Female (50-59 years old): -60kg, -75kg, +75kg Note 1: In case there are less than four (4) competitors in one category of Children B ( ), Junior, Adult or Veteran, then those competitors will be transferred to another weight category according to their weight control check. Note 2: Competitors in the categories of Children and Children will compete in pulls consisted of four athletes. T EAM SPARRING Every country can participate in Team Adult Male, Team Adult Female, Team Junior Male and Team Junior Female category.

6 P ATTERN CATEGORIES Categories Children A Children B Junior Adult Patterns 6-5 Gup X X Chon Ji to Won Hyo 4-3 Gup X Chon Ji to Joong Gun 2-1 Gup Chon Ji to Hwa Rang Black belt I Dan X X Chon Ji to Choong-Moo Black belt I Dan X X Chon Ji to Ge Baek Black belt II Dan X X Chon Ji to Ju Che Black belt III Dan X X Chon Ji to Choi Yong Black belt IV Dan X X X Chon Ji to Moon Moo Note 1: All categories will compete in 1 pattern (optional) in the qualification games and in 2 patterns (optional & designated) in the final games. Note 2: In case there are less than four (4) competitors in one category, then those competitors will be transferred to another category according to their belt. Note 3: In the Junior and Adult Black Belt categories all the winners of each category will compete together and the winner will be the King of Taekwon Do in patterns. C OMPETITION RULES This championship is held in accordance with ITF rules ( Protest must be written within 5 minutes after sparring or pattern and given to the Jury president after paying the amount of 100 at the organizer. D URATION Young Children: Two (2) rounds of 1:30 minutes with 30 seconds break. Children A: Two (2) rounds of 1:30 minutes with 30 seconds break.

7 Children B: Two (2) rounds of 1:30 minutes with 30 seconds break. Junior: Two (2) rounds of 2:00 minutes with 30 seconds break. Adults: Two (2) rounds of 2:00 minutes with 30 seconds break. Veterans: Two (2) rounds of 1:30 minutes with 30 seconds break. Note: In case the participation in children categories is more than expected the time duration will be two (2) rounds of 1 minute with 30 seconds break. W EIGHT CONTROL Weight control will be conducted on Friday, 15 th December at Capsis Hotel and on Saturday, 16 th December from 7:30 8:30 at the stadium. There will be no weight tolerances during the weight-in! Any competitor weighting over the division limit will be moved to a higher category (and will have to pay 10 fine). A PPLICATION FORMS Application forms will be accepted until Friday 8th December The application forms can be found in the last pages of this info pack. All applications (both for athletes and for accommodation) must be sent via to: info@greekopen.gr Note: Clubs that need an invitation to their embassy in order to get Visa to travel to Greece must contact as soon as possible with to: info@greekopen.gr D RAW The draw will be done on Wednesday 13 th December 2017 at the offices of the Athletic Taekwondo Federation of Hellas. The results of the draw will be posted on Thursday 14 th of December 2017 on

8 A WARDS Every athlete who will win the first place in each category will receive the following amount in cash: King of Adult Male Sparring 300 /category King of Adult Male Pattern 100 King of Adult Female Sparring 200 /category King of Adult Female Pattern 100 King of Junior Male Sparring 150 /category King of Junior Male Pattern 100 King of Junior Female Sparring 150 /category King of Junior Female Pattern 100 King of Children Male B ( ) 100 /category King of Children Female B ( ) 100 /category There will be no money award for the categories of Veterans, Children and Children All participants will receive a Medal and Certificate of Participation. G ENERAL INFORMATION - Athletes will participate with their club s responsibility. - Competitors must be in possession of a blue and red set of approved type of safety equipment for sparring. Other colors will not be allowed. Head guards will be compulsory for children together with existing compulsory protection. Competitors must wear an ITF dobok. - Only official coaches have the right to enter at the ring. C ONTACT Athletic Taekwondo Federation of Hellas Tel info@greekopen.gr Leousis Nikolaos Tel

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10 5 th Greek Open 2017 European King of Taekwon-Do ACCOMMODATION CLUB: COUNTRY: COATCH NAME: TEL. NUMBER: e.g. John Smith Helen Stone NAME / SURNAME (persons per room) ROOM TYPE Double BREAKFAST X HALF BOARD

11 5 th Greek Open 2017 European King of Taekwon-Do CLUB: COATCH NAME: APPLICATION FORM TEL. NUMBER: COUNTRY: Νο NAME / SURNAME Date of Birth Sex Age Division Kg Pattern 1 e.g. John Smith 25/08/2005 M Children A Gup

VI Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do

VI Greek Open Championship European King of Taekwon-Do OFFICIAL INVITATION Dear President, Instructor, Friend of Taekwon-Do, After the successful organization of the European King of Taekwon-Do over the