2018 AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

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1 2018 AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS Kyorugi, Poomsae, Para & President Cup AGADIR, MOROCCO 28 March - April 1st, 2018 Salle Al INBIAATE W.T

2 "Welcome to the Biggest Taekwondo Event in Africa in 2018" Dear Athletes and Officials, It gives me great honor and pleasure, in my capacity as Vice President of WT and President of World Taekwondo Africa, to extend this Invitation to all African Countries to participate in 2018 AFRICAN SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP (G4), 2018 African Poomsae Championships- World Taekwondo - G-4, the 2nd WT Presidents Cup-Africa Region- World Taekwondo - G-2 and 2018 African Para Taekwondo Championships- World Taekwondo - G-4, which will be organized in Agadir Morocco during the 29 th and 30 th of March 2018 This will be a great opportunity for all players to experience the new competition rules of this G4 tournament. Especially our African athletes will be able to benefit of this, with this event being held inside our African Continent. I very much look forward to seeing you all in Morocco. Sincerely Yours, Gen. Ahmed FOULY

3 Official Invitation Dear Taekwondo Family; On behalf of The Moroccan Royal Federation for Taekwondo, I would like to extent my sincere appreciation, pride and delight to invite you and your athletes to participate in 2018 african senior championship (g4), G-2 and 2018 African Para Taekwondo Championships- World Taekwondo - G-4, 2018 African Poomsae Championships- World Taekwondo - G-4, the 2nd WT Presidents Cup-Africa Region- World Taekwondo -, which will be organized in Agadir Morocco during the 28 th of March and 1 st of April 2018 During the three last years 2015/2016 and 2017 the Federation had organized different International Manifestations and One more time Morocco and the FRMTKD are for the organization of this high level 2018 International Level Manifestations again with the invitation of well talented athletes of high level Taekwondo Spirit. Rest assured that African Taekwondo union AFTU and the Organizing Committee will do its utmost effort to ensure the success of the championships. Agadir City is the perfect place for hosting such Tournament especially for its Touristic Aspects which surely will orient your attraction. The Moroccan Royal federation for Taekwondo, will be honored to welcome you and your athletes, we strongly hope that you will enjoy the Championships as well as the Great Stay awaiting you in Agadir, Morocco. Sincerely yours Driss EL HILALI President of the Moroccan Royal Federation for Taekwondo

4 OUTLINE 2018 AFRICAN SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP (G4) AGADIR, MOROCCO MARCH 29 th 30th, 2018 (A) PROMOTER: WORLD TAEKWONDO AFRICA (WTAF) President: Gen. Ahmed Fouly Address: 64 Ramsis Extension 2, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt Telephone: Fax: (B) ORGANIZER: MOROCCAN ROYAL TAEKWONDO FEDERATION President: Mr. Driss Elhilali Address: Av, Ibn Sina Siage des Federations, Rabat, Agdal, Maroc Telephone: / Fax: frmtk@hotmail.com / fedrmtkd@gmail.com / mtu.president@hotmail.fr (C) VENUES: Inbiaat Sports Hall, Agadir City, Morocco Date: March 29-30, 2018 (D) QUALIFICATIONS: In accordance with Article 4: Qualification of Contestant of the WT Competition Rules, the contestant must meet all the following requirements: 1. DAN CERTIFICATE: Holder of Taekwondo Dan certificate issued by the Kukkiwon or the WT. Kukkiwon Poom / Dan grade and number should be written in the entry application form. A copy of the Dan certificate should be enclosed when registering for accreditation. In case a contestant has applied for Kukkiwon Dan certificate but has not received it yet, a copy of the Dan application form and the remittance certificate sent to the Kukkiwon must be enclosed when registering for accreditation. Please refer to the Kukkiwon Website ( for more information. 2. WT ATHLETE LICENSE: An approved 2018 WT Global License (WT Global Athlete License OR Global Official License is required by all athletes and officials who wish to register. WT Global License registrations & renewals can only be made through the WT recognized Member National Associations. There Will be NO WT Global License registration onsite. licence@wt.org. a 3. AGE OF CONTESTANTS: Seniors --- Athletes born in 2001 or before, are eligible to participate. 2

5 (E) COMPETITION DETAILS: WT Competition Rules in force as of the start of the competition 1. METHOD OF COMPETITION: Single elimination system will be applied throughout the tournament without repechage. 2. CONTEST TIME: 2 minutes x 3 rounds with 1 minute break. 3. WEIGH DIVISIONS: MEN DIVISIONS WOMEN DIVISIONS Under 54kg Not exceeding 54kg Under 46kg Not exceeding 46 kg Under 58kg Over 54 kg & Not exceeding 58 kg Under 49kg Over 46 kg & Not exceeding 49 kg Under 63kg Over 58 kg & Not exceeding 63 kg Under 53kg Over 49 kg & Not exceeding 53 kg Under 68kg Under 74kg Over 63 kg & Not exceeding 68 kg Over 68 kg & Not exceeding 74 kg SENIORS Under 57kg Under 62kg Over 53 kg & Not exceeding 57 kg Over 57 kg & Not exceeding 62 kg Under 80kg Over 74 kg & Not exceeding 80 kg Under 67kg Over 62 kg & Not exceeding 67 kg Under 87kg Over 80 kg & Not exceeding 87 kg Under 73kg Over 67 kg & Not exceeding 73 kg Over 87kg Over 87 kg Over 73kg Over 73 kg 4. TEAM ENTRIES: SENIORS POSITION MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS MALE MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS FEMALE HEAD OF TEAM: 2 MANAGER: 1 1 COACH: 2 2 TRAINER: 1 1 TEAM DOCTOR: 1 1 MNA OFFICIALS 2 2 CONTESTANTS: 8 8 3

6 5. EQUIPMENT (DAEDO): a) Protector and Scoring System (PSS; formerly called Electronic Body Protector) will be used at this tournament. b) Participating contestants are required to wear Taekwondo uniform and protective equipment as described by the WT regulations. c) Body protector (Protector and Scoring System) will be provided by the OC. d) Participating contestants are required to bring their own sensing socks, groin guards, mouthpieces, gloves, and shin and forearm guards for their personal use. e) Before entering the field of play, all contestants will proceed to the inspection desk for inspection of their uniforms and protective equipment. Any contestant who wears unofficial uniform or protective equipment will not be permitted to compete. 6. WEIGH-IN: a) Weigh-in of all contestants shall be completed one day before their scheduled competition b) During the weigh---in, male contestants shall wear underpants and female contestants shall wear underpants and brassieres. However, contestants may weigh-in in the nude if they want to do so. 7. ANTI-DOPING: a) Use of drugs or any other doping offences by chemical substances is strictly prohibited. b) The OC would carry out random medical doping tests among the participating athletes. c) Any athletes who refuse to undergo the tests or who is proven to have committed a breach of the regulation, shall be removed from the final standing, and shall be subject to disciplinary actions. d) The Anti---Doping Rules of the World Taekwondo Federation and/or the World Anti---Doping Code shall apply. 8. AWARDS: a. INDIVIDUAL AWARDS BY RANK: Medals will be awarded to the top four athletes in the respective weight divisions. i. 1 ST PLACE: GOLD MEDAL & CERTIFICATE ii. 2 ND PLACE: SILVER MEDAL & CERTIFICATE iii. 3 RD PLACE: 2 BRONZE MEDALS & CERTIFICATE b. TEAM AWARDS BY RANK: Based on the point system below, the top three (3) teams of each of Men s division and Women s division will receive trophies. RATIONALE POINTS For every contestant who passed the official weigh---in: 1 For every win (including byes): 1 For every Gold Medal: 7 For every Silver Medal: 3 For every Bronze Medal: 1 4

7 (F) TECHNICAL DETAILS: 1. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS: The WTAF will appoint the Technical Officials such, Competition Supervisory Board (while the Technical Delegate will be appointed by the WT), and International Referees in coordination with the WT Referees Division. a) TECHNICAL DELEGATE: One (1) Technical Delegate will be appointed to oversee the tournament and make decisions on technical matters. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for the Technical Delegate for (5) nights stay; Check-in on March 26 and Checkout on April 1. b) SUPERVISORY BOARD: Five (5) Competition Supervisory Board members (including Technical Delegate) will be appointed. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for Competition Supervisory Board members for (5) nights stay; Check-in on March 26 and Checkout on April 1. c) INTERNATIONAL REFEREES: Thirty two (32) International Referees, including Review Jury, will be appointed to officiate at the tournament. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for International Referees for (4) nights stay; Check-in on March 27 and Checkout on April 1. The Organizing Committee shall pay a per diem of US$100 to the selected Technical Officials during competition period (for actual competition days). 2. HEAD OF TEAM MEETING & DRAWING OF LOTS SESSION: a) The head of team meeting and the drawing of lots session shall be conducted one (1) day prior to the start of the championships, in the presence of the WT and OC officials and the representatives of the participating nations. b) The Technical Delegate shall decide the method of draw. c) Depending on the decision of the Technical Delegate, WTAF officials or Organizing Committee volunteers could be designated to draw lots on behalf of the officials of the participating nations who are not present at the time of the lot drawing session. d) Seeding (for the Seniors event): According to Bylaw of WT World Ranking, at least twenty five (25) percent of the registered athletes per weight division will be seeded based on the WT World Ranking as of March 1, In the event that the registered athlete from the host nation has not been included in the 25%, he/she will be seeded at the last place of the seed 25%. 25% of the seeded athletes will be finally determined after completion of team Weigh in. 5

8 3. INDEMNITIES: The All competitors are considered to participate at their own risk. The WTAF and Moroccan taekwondo federation assume no responsibility for any damages, injuries or losses. Contestant and their respective MNA has to ensure that the athletes are physically fit to compete in such event, by registering at the competition you are attesting that you are medically fit to participate. All contestants must bring their own documents and forms for any medical treatment in Morocco. 4. NATIONAL FLAG AND ANTHEM: Every participating national taekwondo association is required to bring the following items for use at the Opening, Closing and Awarding ceremonies, and submit them to the Organizing Committee during registration. o Two (2) IOC recognized national flags with the size of 90cm x 130cm o CD or DVD of the pertinent IOC recognized national anthem 5. OTHER: The Organizing Committee will send out details of other relevant information including visa, transportation and accommodation to all invited national associations separately (G) ACCOMMODATION AND LOGISTICS: 1. AIRLINES & ACCOMMODATION: a. Accommodation details will be sent separately by the OC. b. Airfares and air tickets are the responsibility of each participating nation. 2. ENTRY FEES: a. The OC shall collect the entry fees from the participating national teams. The national team shall pay USD 100 per Athlete, entry fee will be paid to the OC at the time of registration at the accreditation center(s) prior to the start of the Championships. Athletes shall not be allowed to compete without successful payment of entry fee. b. Entry fee shall be various according to the timing and situation of the submission of entry. Please read carefully the following guidelines: i. USD 100 per Athlete. ii. Entry deadline is February 15,

9 (H) PROVISIONAL EVENT SCHEDULE --- (Subject to change): Date Time Event Mar Weigh in for Senior Males (-58, -68, -80, +87 Kg), Females (-49,-57,-67,+73 Kg) Head of Team Meeting and Drawing of Lots Competitions Senior Males (-58, -68, -80, +87 Kg), Females (-49,-57,-67,+73 Kg) Mar Weigh-in Senior Males (-54, -63, -74, -87 Kg), Females (-46,-53,-62,-73 Kg) Lunch break Competitions Senior Males and Females Semi-finals and finals and Ceremony Competitions Senior Males (-54, -63, -74, -87 Kg), Females (-46,-53,-62,-73 Kg) Mar Lunch break Competitions Senior Males and Females Semi-finals and finals and Ceremony April 01 All Day Departure of Teams (I) ONLINE REGISTERATION (THROUGH WT GMS SYSTEM) & ENTRY FEES: Event Registration Registration is only accepted through the WTEvent Registration system and registration is only possible with a valid 2018 WT Global License. The following documents are required for all participants to be uploaded and Approved by the National Federation and WT before you are able to register your team through the WT Event Registration System. For ALL participants (athletes and officials) 1. Valid National ID or Passport of the National Federations you are registering for a WT Global License. 2. WT Signed Event Liability Waiver (page 3 only) valid for 5 years 3. Color Portrait ID picture. Additional documents required for: 4. To register a Doctor Proof of Medical Doctor/Physio therapist certificate in English View the WT Event Registration Process info graphic in the following 8 languages: ENGLISH FRENCH KOREAN SPANISH ARABIC GERMAN PORTUGUESE RUSSIAN 7

10 OUTLINE 2018 AFRICAN POOMSAE CHAMPIONSHIP AGADIR, MOROCCO MARCH 28 th 2018 (A) PROMOTER: WORLD TAEKWONDO AFRICA (WTAF) President: Gen. Ahmed Fouly Address: 64 Ramsis Extension 2, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt Telephone: Fax: (B) ORGANIZER: MOROCCAN ROYAL TAEKWONDO FEDERATION President: Mr. Driss Elhilali Address: Av, Ibn Sina Siage des Federations, Rabat, Agdal, Maroc Telephone: / Fax: frmtk@hotmail.com / fedrmtkd@gmail.com / mtu.president@hotmail.fr (C) VENUES: Date: March 28, 2018 Inbiaat Sports Hall, Agadir City, Morocco (D) QUALIFICATIONS: In accordance with Article 4: Qualification of Contestant of the WT Competition Rules, the contestant must meet all the following requirements: 1. DAN CERTIFICATE: Holder of Taekwondo Dan certificate issued by the Kukkiwon or the WT. Kukkiwon Poom / Dan grade and number should be written in the entry application form. A copy of the Dan certificate should be enclosed when registering for accreditation. In case a contestant has applied for a Kukkiwon Dan certificate but has not received it yet, a copy of the Dan application form and the remittance certificate sent to the Kukkiwon must be enclosed when registering for accreditation. Please refer to the Kukkiwon Website ( for more information. 2. WT ATHLETE LICENSE: An approved 2018 WT Global License (WT Global Athlete License OR Global Official License is required by all athletes and officials who wish to register. WT Global License registrations & renewals can only be made through the WT recognized Member National Associations. There Will be NO WT Global License registration onsite. licence@wt.org. 1

11 (E) COMPETITION DETAILS: WT Competition Rules in force as of the start of the competition 1. METHOD OF COMPETITION: All international-level competitions recognized by the WT shall be formed with the participation of at least four (4) countries with no fewer than four (4) contestants or four (4) teams in each division. The system of competition is the Combination System: Cut off system + Elimination system. Two (2) Poomsae from the designated Compulsory Poomsae decided by Technical Delegate for each division must be performed for all the preliminary, semi final and final rounds for all competitions. 2. TEAM ENTRIES: POSITION MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS MALE & FEMALE HEAD OF TEAM: 1 MANAGER: 1 COACH: 2 TRAINER: 2 TEAM DOCTOR: 1 MNA OFFICIALS 2 CONTESTANTS (INDIVIDUAL) 16 CONTESTANTS (TEAM) 24 CONTESTANTS (PAIR) 8 3. DETAILS BY DIVISION: Note: Contestants may compete in more than one category of competitions unless limited by gender or age. Age definition shall be in conformity with the WT Poomsae Competition Rules currently in force. List of Poomsae to be performed will be announced at the head of team meeting. 2

12 4. ANTI-DOPING: a) Use of drugs or any other doping offences by chemical substances is strictly prohibited. b) The OC would carry out random medical doping tests among the participating athletes. c) Any athletes who refuse to undergo the tests or who is proven to have committed a breach of the regulation, shall be removed from the final standing, and shall be subject to disciplinary actions. d) The Anti-Doping Rules of the World Taekwondo Federation and/or the World Anti---Doping Code shall apply. 5. AWARDS: a. Medals will be awarded as follows: i. 1 ST PLACE: GOLD MEDAL & CERTIFICATE ii. 2 ND PLACE: SILVER MEDAL & CERTIFICATE iii. 3 RD PLACE: 2 BRONZE MEDALS & CERTIFICATE (F) TECHNICAL DETAILS: 1. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS: The WTAF will appoint the Technical Officials such, Competition Supervisory Board (while the Technical Delegate will be appointed by the WT), and International Referees in coordination with the WT Referees Division. a) TECHNICAL DELEGATE: One (1) Technical Delegate will be appointed to oversee the tournament and make decisions on technical matters. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for the Technical Delegate. b) SUPERVISORY BOARD: Five (5) Competition Supervisory Board members (including Technical Delegate) will be appointed. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for Competition Supervisory Board members. c) INTERNATIONAL REFEREES: International Referees, including Review Jury, will be appointed to officiate at the tournament. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for International Referees. The Organizing Committee shall pay a per diem of US$100 to the selected Technical Officials during competition period (for actual competition days). 2. HEAD OF TEAM MEETING & DRAWING OF LOTS SESSION: a) The head of team meeting and the drawing of lots session shall be conducted one (1) day prior to the start of the championships in the presence of the WT and OC officials and the representatives of the participating nations. 3

13 3. INDEMNITIES: The All competitors are considered to participate at their own risk. The WTAF and Moroccan taekwondo federation assume no responsibility for any damages, injuries or losses. Contestant and their respective MNA has to ensure that the athletes are physically fit to compete in such event, by registering at the competition you are attesting that you are medically fit to participate. All contestants must bring their own documents and forms for any medical treatment in Morocco. 4. NATIONAL FLAG AND ANTHEM: Every participating national taekwondo association is required to bring the following items for use at the Opening, Closing and Awarding ceremonies, and submit them to the Organizing Committee during registration. o Two (2) IOC recognized national flags with the size of 90cm x 130cm o CD or DVD of the pertinent IOC recognized national anthem 5. OTHER: The Organizing Committee will send out details of other relevant information including visa, transportation and accommodation to all invited national associations separately (G) ACCOMMODATION AND LOGISTICS: 1. AIRLINES & ACCOMMODATION: a. Accommodation details will be sent separately by the OC. b. Airfares and air tickets are the responsibility of each participating nation. 2. ENTRY FEES: a. The OC shall collect the entry fees from the participating national teams. The national team shall pay USD 100 per Athlete, entry fee will be paid to the OC at the time of registration at the accreditation center(s) prior to the start of the Championships. Athletes shall not be allowed to compete without successful payment of entry fee. b. Entry fee shall be various according to the timing and situation of the submission of entry. USD 50 per Athlete, Entry deadline is February 15, (H) PROVISIONAL EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to change): Date Time Event Mar Referee Meeting and Training Head of Team Meeting Mar TBD Competition Day (I) ONLINE REGISTERATION (THROUGH WT GMS SYSTEM) & ENTRY FEES: Event Registration Registration is only accepted through the WTEvent Registration system and registration is only possible with a valid 2018 WT Global License. 4

14 OUTLINE 2018 AFRICAN PARA CHAMPIONSHIPS AGADIR, MOROCCO MARCH 28 th 2018 (A) PROMOTER: WORLD TAEKWONDO AFRICA (WTAF) President: Gen. Ahmed Fouly Address: 64 Ramsis Extension 2, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt Telephone: Fax: (B) ORGANIZER: MOROCCAN ROYAL TAEKWONDO FEDERATION President: Mr. Driss Elhilali Address: Av, Ibn Sina Siage des Federations, Rabat, Agdal, Maroc Telephone: / Fax: frmtk@hotmail.com / fedrmtkd@gmail.com / mtu.president@hotmail.fr (C) VENUES: Inbiaat Sports Hall, Agadir City, Morocco Date: March 28, 2018 (D) QUALIFICATIONS: Qualification of Contestant of the WT Competition Rules, the contestant must meet all the following requirements: 1. KEY CRITERIAS: Athlete must go through classification and be assigned Sport Class and Sport Class Status before the competition. (Classification of Kyorugi new N athletes will take place on March 27, 2018.) Holder of the nationality of the participating team. An athlete must be nominated by the pertinent national taekwondo association that is recognized by the World Taekwondo (Only African Continent is eligible). 2. WT ATHLETE LICENSE: An approved 2018 WT Global License (WT Global Athlete License OR Global Official License is required by all athletes and officials who wish to register. WT Global License registrations & renewals can only be made through the WT recognized Member National Associations. There Will be NO WT Global License registration onsite. licence@wt.org. 3. AGE OF CONTESTANTS: Athletes born in 2002 or before are eligible to participate. 1

15 (E) COMPETITION DETAILS: WT Competition Rules in force as of the start of the competition 1. METHOD OF COMPETITION: o WT Competition Rules & Interpretation o WT Para-Taekwondo and Deaf-Taekwondo Classification Rules and Regulations, in force as of January 16, 2015 o Seeding will be done in accordance with the WT World Ranking Bylaw and the latest version of the WT Para-Taekwondo World Ranking list. 2. CLASSES & EVENTS: CLASSES K41 K42 K43 K44 MEN DIVISIONS Under 61 KG Under 75 KG Over 75 KG - WOMEN DIVISIONS Under 49 KG Under 58 KG Over 58 KG - *COMBINATION OF CLASSES: In the case of insufficient number of athletes participating in a sport class consolidation of classes shall be made as follows: o K41 à K42 o K42 à K43 o K43 à K44 3. TEAM ENTRIES: POSITION MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS MALE HEAD OF TEAM: 2 MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS FEMALE MANAGER: 1 1 COACH: 2 2 TRAINER: 1 1 TEAM DOCTOR: 1 1 MNA OFFICIALS 2 2 ATHLETE ASSISTANTS: 1/5 Athletes Kyrougi 1/5 Athletes Kyrougi CONTESTANTS: PARA OPEN NO LIMITs 8 4. EQUIPMENT (DAEDO): a) Protector and Scoring System (PSS; formerly called Electronic Body Protector) will be used at this tournament. b) Participating contestants are required to wear Taekwondo uniform and protective equipment as described by the WT regulations. c) Body protector (Protector and Scoring System) will be provided by the OC. d) Participating contestants are required to bring their own sensing socks, groin guards, mouthpieces, gloves, and shin and forearm guards for their personal use. e) Before entering the field of play, all contestants will proceed to the inspection desk for inspection of their uniforms and protective equipment. Any contestant who wears unofficial uniform or protective equipment will not be permitted to compete. 2

16 5. WEIGH-IN: a) Weigh-in of all contestants shall be completed one day before their scheduled competition b) During the weigh-in, male contestants shall wear underpants and female contestants shall wear underpants and brassieres. However, contestants may weigh-in in the nude if they want to do so. 6. ANTI-DOPING: a) Use of drugs or any other doping offences by chemical substances is strictly prohibited. b) The OC would carry out random medical doping tests among the participating athletes. c) Any athletes who refuse to undergo the tests or who is proven to have committed a breach of the regulation, shall be removed from the final standing, and shall be subject to disciplinary actions. d) The Anti---Doping Rules of the World Taekwondo Federation and/or the World Anti---Doping Code shall apply. 7. CLASSIFICATION: (A) Kyorugi Only athletes that have not previously been classified, i.e. athletes with a New "N" Sport Class Status that have not previously gone through classification will be classified. Classification will be held on March 27, A schedule for teams and athletes will be set up by the WTAF/OC in consultation with the WT and communicated to all teams in due course. (B) Limb Deficiency (LD), Impaired Passive Range of Movement (PROM) (K40) This group includes athletes with limb deficiency and impaired muscle strength, or loss of passive range of motion (PROM). The limb deficiency group includes individuals with traumatic amputations or dysmelia. The impaired muscle strength group includes loss of strength secondary to peripheral nervous system (PNS) damage or a brachial plexus lesion. The impaired strength group can also include ambulatory neurological impairments such as monoplegia, or mild hemiplegia. The loss of PROM can be due to joint contractures, joint abnormalities, or soft tissue restrictions. Finally this group could also include loss of great toe, or all of toes in one foot. (C) Minimal Disability Criteria (MDC) Amputation/Dysmelia : Unilateral amputation, through or above wrist (i.e., no carpal bones present in affected limb). Arthrodesis wrist joints are not eligible. Unilateral Dysmelia in which the length of the affected arm measured from acromion to finger tip is equal in length or shorter than the combined length of the humerus and the radius of the unaffected arm. (D) Athlete must meet one of the MDC as per below: 1. Must lose three muscle grades e.g Daniels and Worthington grade 2 cannot complete one heel rise to 25 degrees. In lying may complete full range of motion with resistance. (See Muscle testing Daniels Worthinghams 8th edition pp 229, 231) 2. Brachial plexus loss shoulder abduction loss of three (3) muscle grade points of muscle strength and same for shoulder flexion 3. Loss of two (2) grade points of muscle strength in elbow flexion and extension 4. Meets one criteria for PROM restriction in either the lower extremity or upper extremity. 3

17 8. AWARDS: a. INDIVIDUAL AWARDS BY RANK: Medals will be awarded to the top four athletes in the respective weight divisions. i. 1 ST PLACE: GOLD MEDAL & CERTIFICATE ii. 2 ND PLACE: SILVER MEDAL & CERTIFICATE iii. 3 RD PLACE: 2 BRONZE MEDALS & CERTIFICATE (F) TECHNICAL DETAILS: 1. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS: The WTAF will appoint the Technical Officials such, Competition Supervisory Board (while the Technical Delegate will be appointed by the WT), and International Referees in coordination with the WT Referees Division. a) TECHNICAL DELEGATE: One (1) Technical Delegate will be appointed to oversee the tournament and make decisions on technical matters. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for the Technical Delegate. b) SUPERVISORY BOARD: Five (5) Competition Supervisory Board members (including Technical Delegate) will be appointed. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for Competition Supervisory Board members. c) INTERNATIONAL REFEREES: International Referees, including Review Jury, will be appointed to officiate at the tournament. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for International Referees. The Organizing Committee shall pay a per diem of US$100 to the selected Technical Officials during competition period (for actual competition days). 2. HEAD OF TEAM MEETING & DRAWING OF LOTS SESSION: The head of team meeting and the drawing of lots session shall be conducted one (1) day prior to the start of the championships, in the presence of the WT and OC officials and the Representatives of the participating nations. 3. INDEMNITIES: The All competitors are considered to participate at their own risk. The WTAF and Moroccan taekwondo federation assume no responsibility for any damages, injuries or losses. Contestant and their respective MNA has to ensure that the athletes are physically fit to compete in such event, by registering at the competition you are attesting that you are medically fit to participate. 4. NATIONAL FLAG AND ANTHEM: Every participating national taekwondo association is required to bring the following items for use at the Opening, Closing and Awarding ceremonies. o Two (2) IOC recognized national flags with the size of 90cm x 130cm o CD or DVD of the pertinent IOC recognized national anthem 4

18 5. OTHER: The Organizing Committee will send out details of other relevant information including visa, transportation and accommodation to all invited national associations separately (G) ACCOMMODATION AND LOGISTICS: 1. AIRLINES & ACCOMMODATION: a. Accommodation details will be sent separately by the OC. b. Airfares and air tickets are the responsibility of each participating nation. 2. ENTRY FEES: a. The OC shall collect the entry fees from the participating national teams. b. Entry fee shall be various according to the timing and situation of the submission of entry. Please read carefully the following guidelines: i. USD 50 per Athlete. ii. Entry deadline is February 15, (H) PROVISIONAL EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to change): Date Time Event Mar Referee Meeting and Training Head of Team Meeting and Drawing of Lots Mar 28 All Day Competition day (I) ONLINE REGISTERATION (THROUGH WT GMS SYSTEM) & ENTRY FEES: Event Registration Registration is only accepted through the WTEvent Registration system and registration is only possible with a valid 2018 WT Global License. The following documents are required for all participants to be uploaded and Approved by the National Federation and WT before you are able to register your team through the WT Event Registration System. For ALL participants (athletes and officials) 1. Valid National ID or Passport of the National Federations you are registering for a WT Global License. 2. WT Signed Event Liability Waiver (page 3 only) valid for 5 years 3. Color Portrait ID picture. Additional documents required for: 4. To register a Doctor Proof of Medical Doctor/Physio therapist certificate in English View the WT Event Registration Process info graphic in the following 8 languages: ENGLISH FRENCH KOREAN SPANISH ARABIC GERMAN PORTUGUESE RUSSIAN 5

19 OUTLINE 2018 WT PRESIDENT CUP AFRICA REGION (G2) AGADIR, MOROCCO MARCH 31 st April 1 st, 2018 (A) PROMOTER: WORLD TAEKWONDO AFRICA (WTAF) President: Gen. Ahmed Fouly Address: 64 Ramsis Extension 2, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt Telephone: Fax: aly_nour@hotmail.com (B) ORGANIZER: MOROCCAN ROYAL TAEKWONDO FEDERATION President: Mr. Driss Elhilali Address: Av, Ibn Sina Siage des Federations, Rabat, Agdal, Maroc Telephone: / Fax: frmtk@hotmail.com / fedrmtkd@gmail.com / mtu.president@hotmail.fr (C) VENUES: Inbiaat Sports Hall, Agadir City, Morocco Date: March 31- April 1, 2018 (D) QUALIFICATIONS: In accordance with Article 4: Qualification of Contestant of the WT Competition Rules, the contestant must meet all the following requirements: 1. DAN CERTIFICATE: Holder of Taekwondo Dan certificate issued by the Kukkiwon or the WT. Kukkiwon Poom / Dan grade and number should be written in the entry application form. A copy of the Dan certificate should be enclosed when registering for accreditation. In case a contestant has applied for Kukkiwon Dan certificate but has not received it yet, a copy of the Dan application form and the remittance certificate sent to the Kukkiwon must be enclosed when registering for accreditation. Please refer to the Kukkiwon Website ( for more information. 2. WT ATHLETE LICENSE: An approved 2018 WT Global License and WT Event Pass (WT Global Athlete License OR Global Official License is required by all athletes and officials who wish to register. WT Global License and WT Event Pass registrations & renewals can only be made through the WT recognized Member National Associations. There will be NO WT Global License registration onsite. Please contact your designated GMS Managers. a 3. AGE OF CONTESTANTS: Seniors --- Athletes born in 2001 or before are eligible to participate. 2

20 (E) COMPETITION DETAILS: WT Competition Rules in force as of the start of the competition 1. METHOD OF COMPETITION: Single elimination system will be applied throughout the tournament without repechage. 2. CONTEST TIME: 2 minutes x 3 rounds with 1 minute break. 3. WEIGH DIVISIONS: MEN DIVISIONS WOMEN DIVISIONS Under 54kg Not exceeding 54kg Under 46kg Not exceeding 46 kg Under 58kg Over 54 kg & Not exceeding 58 kg Under 49kg Over 46 kg & Not exceeding 49 kg Under 63kg Over 58 kg & Not exceeding 63 kg Under 53kg Over 49 kg & Not exceeding 53 kg Under 68kg Under 74kg Over 63 kg & Not exceeding 68 kg Over 68 kg & Not exceeding 74 kg SENIORS Under 57kg Under 62kg Over 53 kg & Not exceeding 57 kg Over 57 kg & Not exceeding 62 kg Under 80kg Over 74 kg & Not exceeding 80 kg Under 67kg Over 62 kg & Not exceeding 67 kg Under 87kg Over 80 kg & Not exceeding 87 kg Under 73kg Over 67 kg & Not exceeding 73 kg Over 87kg Over 87 kg Over 73kg Over 73 kg 4. TEAM ENTRIES: SENIORS POSITION MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS MALE MAX. NO. OF MEMBERS FEMALE HEAD OF TEAM: 2 MANAGER: 1 1 COACH: 2 2 TRAINER: 1 1 TEAM DOCTOR: 1 1 MNA OFFICIALS 2 2 CONTESTANTS: 8 8 3

21 5. EQUIPMENT (DAEDO): a) Protector and Scoring System (PSS; formerly called Electronic Body Protector) will be used at this tournament. b) Participating contestants are required to wear Taekwondo uniform and protective equipment as described by the WT regulations. c) Body protector (Protector and Scoring System) will be provided by the OC. d) Participating contestants are required to bring their own sensing socks, groin guards, mouthpieces, gloves, and shin and forearm guards for their personal use. e) Before entering the field of play, all contestants will proceed to the inspection desk for inspection of their uniforms and protective equipment. Any contestant who wears unofficial uniform or protective equipment will not be permitted to compete. 6. WEIGH-IN: a) Weigh-in of all contestants shall be completed one day before their scheduled competition b) During the weigh---in, male contestants shall wear underpants and female contestants shall wear underpants and brassieres. However, contestants may weigh-in in the nude if they want to do so. 7. ANTI-DOPING: a) Use of drugs or any other doping offences by chemical substances is strictly prohibited. b) The OC would carry out random medical doping tests among the participating athletes. c) Any athletes who refuse to undergo the tests or who is proven to have committed a breach of the regulation, shall be removed from the final standing, and shall be subject to disciplinary actions. d) The Anti---Doping Rules of the World Taekwondo Federation and/or the World Anti---Doping Code shall apply. 8. AWARDS: a. INDIVIDUAL AWARDS BY RANK: Medals will be awarded to the top four athletes in the respective weight divisions. i. 1 ST PLACE: GOLD MEDAL & CERTIFICATE ii. 2 ND PLACE: SILVER MEDAL & CERTIFICATE iii. 3 RD PLACE: 2 BRONZE MEDALS & CERTIFICATE b. TEAM AWARDS BY RANK: Based on the point system below, the top three (3) teams of each of Men s division and Women s division will receive trophies. RATIONALE POINTS For every contestant who passed the official weigh---in: 1 For every win (including byes): 1 For every Gold Medal: 7 For every Silver Medal: 3 For every Bronze Medal: 1 4

22 (F) TECHNICAL DETAILS: 1. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS: The WTAF will appoint the Technical Officials such, Competition Supervisory Board (while the Technical Delegate will be appointed by the WT), and International Referees in coordination with the WT Referees Division. a) TECHNICAL DELEGATE: One (1) Technical Delegate will be appointed to oversee the tournament and make decisions on technical matters. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for the Technical Delegate for (4) nights stay; Check-in on March 29 and Checkout on April 2. b) SUPERVISORY BOARD: Five (5) Competition Supervisory Board members (including Technical Delegate) will be appointed. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for Competition Supervisory Board members for (4) nights stay; Check-in on March 29 and Checkout on April 2. c) INTERNATIONAL REFEREES: Thirty two (32) International Referees, including Review Jury, will be appointed to officiate at the tournament. The Organizing Committee shall pay for the expenses of room and board for International Referees for (4) nights stay; Check-in on March 29 and Checkout on April 2. The Organizing Committee shall pay a per diem of US$100 to the selected Technical Officials during competition period (for actual competition days). 2. HEAD OF TEAM MEETING & DRAWING OF LOTS SESSION: a) The head of team meeting and the drawing of lots session shall be conducted one (1) day prior to the start of the championships that is March 30 th, 2018, in the presence of the WT and OC officials and the representatives of the participating nations. b) The Technical Delegate shall decide the method of draw. c) Depending on the decision of the Technical Delegate, WTAF officials or Organizing Committee volunteers could be designated to draw lots on behalf of the officials of the participating nations who are not present at the time of the lot drawing session. d) Seeding (for the Seniors event): According to Bylaw of WT World Ranking, at least twenty five (25) percent of the registered athletes per weight division will be seeded based on the WT World Ranking as of March 1, In the event that the registered athlete from the host nation has not been included in the 25%, he/she will be seeded at the last place of the seed 25%. 25% of the seeded athletes will be finally determined after completion of team Weigh in. 5

23 3. INDEMNITIES: The All competitors are considered to participate at their own risk. The WTAF and Moroccan taekwondo federation assume no responsibility for any damages, injuries or losses. Contestant and their respective MNA has to ensure that the athletes are physically fit to compete in such event, by registering at the competition you are attesting that you are medically fit to participate. All contestants must bring their own documents and forms for any medical treatment in Morocco. 4. NATIONAL FLAG AND ANTHEM: Every participating national taekwondo association is required to bring the following items for use at the Opening, Closing and Awarding ceremonies, and submit them to the Organizing Committee during registration. o Two (2) IOC recognized national flags with the size of 90cm x 130cm o CD or DVD of the pertinent IOC recognized national anthem 5. OTHER: The Organizing Committee will send out details of other relevant information including visa, transportation and accommodation to all invited national associations separately (G) ACCOMMODATION AND LOGISTICS: 1. AIRLINES & ACCOMMODATION: a. Accommodation details will be sent separately by the OC. b. Airfares and air tickets are the responsibility of each participating nation. 2. ENTRY FEES: a. The OC shall collect the entry fees from the participating national teams. The national team shall pay USD 100 per Athlete, entry fee will be paid to the OC at the time of registration at the accreditation center(s) prior to the start of the Championships. Athletes shall not be allowed to compete without successful payment of entry fee. b. Entry fee shall be various according to the timing and situation of the submission of entry. Please read carefully the following guidelines: i. USD 100 per Athlete. ii. Entry deadline is February 15,

24 (H) PROVISIONAL EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to change): Date Time Event Mar Weigh in for Senior Males (-58, -68, -80, +87 Kg), Females (-49,-57,-67,+73 Kg) Head of Team Meeting and Drawing of Lots Competitions Senior Males (-58, -68, -80, +87 Kg), Females (-49,-57,-67,+73 Kg) Mar Weigh-in Senior Males (-54, -63, -74, -87 Kg), Females (-46,-53,-62,-73 Kg) Lunch break Competitions Senior Males and Females Semi-finals and finals and Ceremony Competitions Senior Males (-54, -63, -74, -87 Kg), Females (-46,-53,-62,-73 Kg) Apr Lunch break Competitions Senior Males and Females Semi-finals and finals and Ceremony April 02 All Day Departure of Teams (I) ONLINE REGISTERATION (THROUGH WT GMS SYSTEM) & ENTRY FEES: Event Registration Registration is only accepted through the WT Online Event Registration system and registration is only possible with a valid 2018 WT Global License and WT Event Pass. 7

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26 Transportation Agadir International Airport Agadir Airport (AGA) Al Massira Maroc is located approximately 20 km (30 minute - drive) from Inbiaat Sport HALL and the officials Hotels. In addition to domestic flights to all major Morocco cities, this airport serves international direct flights from most of European Capitals ( Paris, Brussels, Oslo..) ÜThe (OC) will take charge of Transportation only for Teams who booked in official hotel (Agadir City). Casablanca International Airport Mohamed V Casablanca International Airport (CMN ) is an international airport in Morocco, it is the first business airport in the country, It is located approximately 466 km (5 hour - drive) from Casablanca to Agadir. ÜThe Organizing Committee Can Provide Pick up and Drop from Casablanca Airport to Agadir City and Back for your team subject the reservation and booking one week in advance. The (OC) will provide the Price according to the number of persons in the participating delegation. Morocco Visa Information The Organizing Committee can provide invitation letters for visa applications.mna s are required to check the Moroccan visa application waiting times in their own countries and submit requests for recommendation letters to the Organizing Committee. Citizens from countries not listed above do need a visa. For more information about the neatest Moroccan Embassy in your Country, Please refer to these two hypertext links to have a clear image on how to obtain Visa entries:

27 Arrival and Departure Form Please fill enclosed form for your arrival and departure so we can handle your team at the Airport Massira-Agadir straight to the hotel. -Transportation provided only for teams who booked hotel reservations with organizing committee. Travel dates of team: Country/Team Representative name Tel.:. Mobile:.... Fax.. * In this case, you are requested to complete the Form below and send it to the (OC) ARRIVAL Airport DATE ARRIVAL TIME FLIGHT NO. & AIRLINE COMP. TERMINAL NUMBER OFPERSONS DEPARTURE Airport DATE ARRIVAL TIME FLIGHT NO. & AIRLINE COMP. TERMINAL NUMBER OFPERSONS

28 Hotel Reservation Form MNA TAEKWONDO: CATEGORY HOTEL ****4 STARS :(THE OFFICIAL HOTEL) Room Type Arrival Date Departure Date No. of NIGHTS Number Rooms Number Person Per Night Per Person Total Amount Single 85 Euro Double 60 Euro Note: All price are in EURO currency and are per person and per night including full Board TOTAL CATEGORY HOTEL *** 3STARS: Room Type Arrival Date Departure Date No. of NIGHTS Number Rooms Number Person per room Per Night Per Person Total Amount Single 70 euro Double 50 euro Note: All price are in EURO currency and are per person and per night including full Board TOTAL CATEGORY HOTEL *****5 STARS: Room Type Arrival Date Departure Date No. of NIGHTS Number Rooms Number Person Per Night Per Person Total Amount Single 160 Euro Double 90 Euro Note: All price are in EURO currency and are per person and per night including full Board TOTAL Note: This Hotel Reservation Form must reach the organization committee before 01/ to the following

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30 Visa Application First Name Surname Date of Birth Passport Number Expiry Date Nationality Function