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Polynésie française K1 : U23, Juniors Open, Masters Dames & Hommes Ia Orana i TAHITI NUI After the extraordinary success of the 2nd ICF World Championship in October 2015 the Tahitian Kayak Federation could not stop right there. With a solid organisation background, a bid document to host a World Cup has been approved by ICF Board Directors Once again Tahiti Nui will have the opportunity and privilege to share to the world its legendary land of hospitality, culture and its “savoir-faire” in term of Sports organizer. After Portugal and Mauritius Islands, Tahiti Nui, on the same Race course of the World Championship, will host the 3rd lap of ICF Ocean Racing Worl Cup and also the 1st OCA Oceania Ocean Racing. What another big challenge for a small Island lost in the middle of the Pacific. That challenge will be fulfill with your strong participation. A Faatoito anae no te maitai o the Va’a Initia Te Aroha ia Rahi Charles VILLIERME Président de la Fédération Tahitienne de Kayak Membre de l’Exécutif de l’Oceania Canoé Association || TAHITI FRENCH POLYNESIA || LOCATION || A TROPICAL CLIMATE The island of Tahiti in the Society Islands group, is situated half way between The French Polynesian islands enjoy a tropical climate; the maximum numbers of hours of sunshine is close to 3000 per year in the Tuamotu Atoll, one of the highest in the world ! California (6200km) and Australia (5700km). The temperature which is relatively constant, is cooled by the trade winds of the Pacific that Tahiti’s 118 fabulous islands are scattered across five far-flung archipelagos, each blow throughout the year, with their own particular character and whose inhabitants have adapted the ancient The average ambient temperature is 27 °C, and the waters of the lagoons area fairly constant rhythms of the ocean and the sun to the 21st century. 26 °C. While further away from the equator, the archipelagos down south (the Austral and Gambier), enjoy cooler temperatures. The main island is Tahiti Nui, the largest of the Polynesian islands, with Papeete as its administrative capital. With breath-taking panoramas, pristine islands and atolls, crystalline lagoons and turquoise waters, it’s impossible to capture French Polynesia’s magnificent landscapes with words. Today, as throughout much of history, a trip to Tahiti Nui and the surrounding islands is an experience made by the incomparable grace of the islanders. The culture, the hospitality, warm smiles and meeting with the locals are some of OFFICIAL NAME French Polynesia GPS 17 °32S, 149 °34W the experiences that enrich our islands and offer a deeper dimension to the region’s POLITICAL SYSTEM Democratic natural beauty, Our way of life, culture, vivacity, history and legends, artisans, cuisine NATIONAL SYMBOLS National Flag and National Hymn and warm welcome elevate the destination to another level. LANGUAGE French CAPITAL Papeete AREA 3,500 km 2 These are our true treasures that we love to share with everyone who venture out to POPULATION 268,270 (March 2012 est.) see our country and discover our culture, CURRENCY Euro divides into 120 Pacific francs (XPF GDP PER CAPITA 2,23 millions XPF LANGUAGE . While the official language is French, the indigenous languages, such as Tahitian, are still widely practiced in each archipelago. English is also widely spoken, particularly in tourist areas. Location || TAKES YOU TO THE 2016 WORLD CUP FROM Paris (CDG)/PPT Paris (CDG)/Los Angeles : 12h05min Transit : 03h05min Los Angeles/PPT : 08h25min Total time : 23h35min Los Angeles (LAX)/PPT Durée totale : 08h25min Auckland (AKL)/PPT Total time : 05h00min Tokyo (NRT)/PPT Total time : 11h10min Air Tahite Nui TAHITI-FAA’A INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT GETTING HERE BY AIR. Tahiti Nui has an international airport. Airport code : PPT TAHITI The Tahiti-Faa’a international airport, built on a lagoon, is about 3Km west of Papeete near several major hotels, The domestic terminal for Air Tahiti is located right inside, The airport provides a lot of other functions and related services. Geographic Location Latitude 17°34S, 149°36W Located 3 kms from Papeete || ARUE, the Venue City Located on the island of Tahiti, Arue is a the smallest municipality of 9795 || MAIN SPORTS. inhabitants (2012) in an area of 15,60 km 2, in the suburbs of Papeete in French Polynesia. The city of Arue includes the atoll of Teitiaroa (5.85 km²/2.26 sq. miles; property of Marlon Brando’s family), located 58 km (36 mi) north of EVENTS. International Ari’i Hoe no Papeete, International Tattoo Tahiti. Convention, etc. Geographic Location Latitude: 17 °34S, 149 °36W Located 3 kms from Papeete Arue RACE HEAD QUATER The main Office will be at the Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort at Lafayette Beach in Arue. Together with the Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort and the existing services, will provide : Free access wifi in public areas Access to Business centre Access to Fitness centre, Hamman and Sauna Twice daily shuttle to town (reservation required, limited seats) Daily cultural activities Sports programme (aquagym, yoga, …) Reception Area Accreditation Security Medical Centre Prize Giving and Medals Ceremonies Tents Chairs Audience Structures Food and Beverage Area Restrooms and toilets for audience Media & Press Area Parkings Etc. || Entries & Registration Intent to Participate opening : April 15 th 2016 Entry fee : 100 € /12.500 XFP includes: Boat reservation deadline : May 15 th , 2016 - Entry in Race and Lycra Jerseys Accommodation registration deadline : July 15 th , 2016. - Cold snacks at the venue after each day of racing; V In order to benefit from the special rates at the Tahiti Pearl Beach - Race bag (water, Teipora Noni pouches (2), race t-shirt, race Resort, and other different accommodation offers, all reservations dossier, race and sponsor stickers, city maps and info’s; must be registered online at the web site - Security service at venue and official training sessions; V Nominal entries deadline : September 2nd , 2016. - Welcome & Award Ceremony Cocktail & Farewell Dinner V All nominal entries must be made online : http://www.tahitinui2015icf2ndoceanracingworldchampionship.co m/ Registration || Venue Friday September 29th to October 1st 2016 (3 days window) World Championships – Classes: SS1 Men Sen/Jun/U23 SS1 Women Sen/Jun/U23 Distance : 30,7 km – 16,6 NM Start: Marina of Hitia’a : 11:00 am Finish : Pearl Beach Plaza Resort Beach -Arue Masters Cup Event Classes: SS1 Men SS1 Women Distance : 30,7 km – 16,6 NM Start: Marina of Hitia’a : 11:00 am Finish : Pearl Beach Plaza Resort Beach -Arue Downwind || Prize Money Categories 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 SS1 Men 2.514 € 1676 € 1257 € 838 € 503 € 377 € 252 € SS1 Women 2514 € 1676 € 1257 € 838 € 503 € 377 € 252 € 1st SS! 1 st SS! Women ICF Ocean Racing (kayaks) Hotspot Men 252 € 252 € V Medals : Gold, Silver and Bronze for each Category V Jersey : Orange, Green & Red for each Events & Category The awards will be given to the winners only during Other Awards protocol ceremony. Any absence during the award ceremony is an infringement to the respect of the Organizer, Partners, Sponsors and especially to the SPORT. Absences will result with disqualification ! Prize Money D I S T A N C E S - Tahiti Faaa International Airport to : Radisson Paza Resort Hotel : 13,5 Km – 8,3 miles Sports Institute of Tahiti : 8 km City Hall of Papeete : 3 Km || Accommodation at TAHITI PEARL BEACH RESORT - Arue Tahiti Featuring the lush surroundings of Lafayette Beach and beautiful waterfront views, the Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort Hotel is the ideal event partner because of its location. Its spacious rooms are with splendid ocean views of Matavai Bay and the magnificent sunsets on Tahiti’s sister island, Moorea. Be seduced by a combined modern and wooded decor atmosphere with bamboo flooring and private large terraces creating an indoor/outdoor feel. As the event is taking place at the Tahiti pearl Beach Resort Hotel, the hotel offers special rates to all participants and their relatives. RESERVATIONS on line and by mail to: [email protected] Open : April 15 th , 2016 - 1st come, 1st serve Dead Line : August 2 nd , 2016 *NB: - rates will be forwarded as soon as possible . Accommodation || Accommodation at the Sports Institute of Tahiti Nui (IJSPF) - Pirae Tahiti The IJSPF, created in 1980, is the Country’s Public Sports Department The Head Office is situated just out side the Capital of Papeete, on the East coast in the Commune of Pirae. responsible for Youth and Sports to provide : In addition to Administration Offices, the IJSPF also offers : youth and sports formation, basic accommodation for high level athletes, rooms for 2 to 8 policy for High level sports programs, persons with bath room, VIP Rooms with TV, small refrigerator, living room etc., restaurant, meeting rooms, medical check ups of all Elite Athletes and Fitness Center, amphitheatre, WIFI connection; accommodation for large sport and youth events. Accommodation upon availability. Accommodation || OTHER ACCOMMODATION Additional to the hotel venue, there are housing options (self- catering) and lodging with locals or in small family-run hotels. Aside from the competition, for some paddlers, this gives them the opportunity to create their own experience unlike anyone else’s while visiting Tahiti. All of this information is available at www.tahiti-tourisme.com The Organization Committee cannot be responsible for the quality and price of individually reserved accommodation. Other Accommodations || CONTACT FEDERATION TAHITIENNE DE KAYAK (FTK) Web : www.federation-kayak-tahiti.com Complexe sportif Napoléon Spitz Rue Gérard Coppenrath, 98716 Pirae TAHITI BP. 12706 98712 Papara Tahiti Téléphone +(689) 877 776 20 - Email : [email protected] Web site : http://www.tahitinui2015-icf-2ndoceanracingworldchampionship.pf/ Contact.