Contents

I. Introduction ·········································································· 2 1. Preface ·························································································· 2 2. Organizing Committee (OC) ···························································· 3

II. General Information ······························································ 5 1. Competition Introduction ······························································· 5 2. Accreditation and Approval ···························································· 6 3. Immigration and Visa ····································································· 6 4. Transportation Service····································································· 7 5. Accommodation ············································································· 8 6. Media ···························································································· 8 7. Medical Service ·············································································· 8 8. Host Country / City Information ····················································· 9 9. Weather Condition ······································································· 13

III. Hapkido Technical Information········································· 14 1. Competition Date ·········································································· 14 2. Venues ·························································································· 14 3. Competition Management ····························································· 14 4. Competition Events ······································································· 14 5. Competition Schedule ····································································· 15 6. Competition Rules ·········································································· 16 7. Competition Format ······································································ 16 8. Sport Entries ·················································································· 16 9. Technical Officials ··········································································· 17 10. Meeting and Key Dates ·································································· 18 11. Protests and Appeals ···································································· 18 12. Equipment and Clothing ································································ 19 13. Victory Ceremony ······································································· 19 14. Media Interview ··········································································· 20 15. Sport Information Centre ······························································ 20 16. Technical Handbook Approval ······················································· 20

IV. Masterships Schedule ······················································· 23

V. Venue by Game ··································································· 24

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I. Introduction

1. Preface

The first 2016 World Martial Arts Masterships will be held in Cheongju Chungcheongbuk-do, Korea from 2 to 8 September 2016. The very first edition of this event is under the theme “Harmony of the World Martial Arts” which is expecting continuous growth to the best martial arts competitions around the world traditional martial arts which will be following Olympic movement.

The publications are made in both book and electronic file format which is containing technical information of 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships in both Korean and English. Also, the publications contain relevant services, brief introduction of Chungcheongbuk-do the contact information of Martial Art organization.

It is such an honor to provide technical hand book prior to the opening of 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships, hope this hand book would perform important function for all participants in 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships.

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2. Organizing Committee (OC)

2.1 OC Members

Co-Chairperson Mr. LEE, Si Jong

Mr. HAN, Duck Soo

Mr. SEO, Jung Jin

Vice Chairperson Mr. GO, Gyu Chang

Mr. NA, Young Il

Mr. PARK, Jong Hak

Mr. KIM, Jeong Ki

Chairman of Executive Board Mr. LEE, Seung Hun

Executive Board Member Mr. CHOI, Kwang Ok

Mr. MUN, Ho Jun

Mr. YEO, Gyu Tae

Mr. KIM, Byeong Ju

Mr. PARK, Jong Kwan

Mr. LEE, Jong Chan

Mr. RYU, Kyeong Cheol

Mr. CHOI, Juong Ok

Mr. LEE, Jin Kyu

Mr. NAM, Ki Sang

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2.2 Secretariat

Secretary General Mr. GOH, Chan Sik

Chief Expert Advisor Mr. HEO, Keon Sik

General Director of Martial Arts Supports Dept. Mr. LEE, Do Han

General Director of Martial Arts Dept. Mr. JEONG, Eun Cheon

Director of Business Affairs Dept. Mr. KANG, Chang Sik

Director of Public Publicity Dept. Mr. KIM, Jin Oh

Director of International Affairs Dept. Mrs. CHAE, Hong Kyeong

Director of Martial Arts Dept. Mrs. LEE, Mi Ja

Director of Martial Arts Planning Dept. Mr. WOO, Cheol Han

Director of Facilities Management Dept. Mrs. CHOI, Byung Hee

Director of Martial Arts Supports Dept. Mr. JEONG, Ho Hyung

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II. General Information

1. Competition Introduction

1.1 Overview

- Period : 2 ~ 8 September 2016 (7days) - Location : Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Korea - Competition Venues : 6 venues - Sports Program : 17 sports /171 events - Goal : Harmony of the World Martial Arts

1.2 Slogan 무예로 하나로, 무예로 세계로 Martial Arts for One World, One World for Martial Arts

1.3 Emblem

A symbol of harmonized union site by gathering in the hometown of martial arts, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, the heart of the Republic of Korea.

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1.4 Mascots Symbolize dynamic movements of martial arts and the martial arts moves and articulate six continents by hair color Moodori & Yesoori come from Moo and Ye of Moo Ye, which means martial arts. Pose with brightness and confidence, pursuing a global festival.

2. Accreditation and Approval

Participants, who submitted entries and paid entry fee, shall be given approved Accreditation Card (AD Card). Every participant must possess the AD Card all the time, and should show the AD Card in case of entering Competition Venue and Athletes Village for the identification. Accreditation Centre will be located in Cheongju Sports Stadium. To issue new AD Card due to lost or damage, application form must be submitted. Passport is essentially required for the identification to issue new AD Card.

3. Immigration and Visa

Exclusion to the entry without visa based on the agreement of visa exemption, visa issuance to the concerned embassy or consulate at least 60 days before entry. Organizing committee will provide visa invitation letter to the participants after receiving invitation application with confirmation of the head of the association by 30 June 2016 for smooth progress.

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4. Transportation Service

4.1 Arrival and Departure Shuttle bus will be provided to martial artists and team officials according to the information of arrival and departure flight schedule.

4.2 Competition Venue Shuttle bus will be provided between accommodation and designated competition venue for each event to martial artists and team officials depending on the competition schedule.

4.3 Training Venue Shuttle bus will be provided between accommodation and designated competition venue for each event to martial artists and team officials depending on the training schedule.

4.4 Observation Shuttle bus will be provided to martial artists and team officials for game observation as well. The members who wish to observe team game have priority.

4.5 Luggage Basically, the luggage should carry to the bus by each personnel. A supplement bus to the destination will be dispatched in case out of the space for an overloaded.

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5. Accommodation

Martial artists and team officials will be stayed in designated accommodation which is located in Cheongju-si surrounding area as Athletes Village. The day of Check-in to the Athletes Village would be 2 days prior to the competition check-out the day after competition. For safety security, an after access accreditation procedure will be needed.

6. Media

6.1 Press centre The press centre will be set up in the main stadium (Cheongju Sports Stadium) to support interchanging between martial artists and media, interview activity at site and control requests and providing convenient space.

6.2 Interview & Photo Zone An interview and photo time with martial artist after awarding ceremony will be provided. In case of any unexpected situation arises and the meeting with media in awaiting room in right after awarding ceremony. The Interview will be interpreted in English and Korean.

7. Medical Service

Medical room will be set up in all stadiums where medical experts & ambulance stand by, and provides emergency evacuating service while a medical treatment required or needed at site during the competition opens.

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8. Host Country/City Information

8.1 Korea in Brief

General (As of 2016)

Country name Korea Capital city Seoul Location Korea is located among Japan, Russia, the Far East and China, is located at a crossroad of northeast asia strategically Area 220,258( 99720)km2 National flag Taegeukgi, (Korean flag) National flower Mugunghwa, (hibiscus)

Currency Won : US $ = 1,148.0 Won (2016.04.15. basis) Language Korean, character system : Hangeul

Population (As of 2016)

Total population 51,569,000

Population Growth 0.38% Rate(2015 basis)

Economy (As of 2016)

GDP US $ 1,435 billion (world top 11) Export US $ 527.7 billion Import US $ 436.8 billion Main industrial semiconductor , vehicle, ship, home appliances , product cellphone, steel manufactures , chemicals

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Tourist Information

Weekend(holiday) Saturday, Sunday Labor time Monday ~ Friday(09:00 ~ 18:00) Local Time KST(UTC+9) Voltage 220V, 60Hz is used Phone Country code 82

8.2 Chungcheongbuk-do in Brief

Chungcheongbuk-do Introduction The only inland city in Korea, the Taebaek mountain is located at its northern side, Sobaek mountain is located at its eastern side, Charyeong mountain is located at its northwestern side, those all pass through Chungcheongbuk-do and its west side is hill land and plain; Chungcheongbuk-do is south high north low type basin region. It is located in between Seoul and Honam District, the national highway, Gyeongbu Expressway and Jungbu Expressway are all passing through Chungbuk, is passing through its west side, centerline railroad passing through its northeastern side, and is running from northeast to southwest, therefore, it is located at the place with importance of transportation. It is warm temperate climate where it is hot and humid during the summer, it is cold and dry during the winter. Each 4 seasons are quite clear and shows features of continental climate which are not easy to see. Average temperature of the year is 13.6℃, the lowest temperature is -5.3℃, the highest temperature is 29.7℃, and annual average precipitation is 1,100mm. The brand slogan of Chungcheongbuk-do " Chungcheongbuk-do, the land of life and the sun" not only represents the future growth engines of Chungcheongbuk-do which are Bio Valley composition and Sola Vally composition, but also creates the brand value, as well as to become the center city of Korea.

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Transportation Cheongju-si is a district of well-developed transportation, like Gyeongbu Expressway, Jungbu Expressway are passing through, gyeongbu line is running at southwestern side, centerline railroad is running at northeastern side, and Chungbuk line railroad is running from northeastern side to southwestern side. There are Cheongju International Airport which opened at 28th April 1997, KTX Osong station is a domestic unique high-speed railway junction station.

Area and Location The area of Chungcheongbuk-do is 7431.5㎢, and is located at longitude

127°28'∼128°28', latitude 36°1'∼37°20'.

Population As of February 2016, 843,586 (including registered foreigners) people and 337,349 household live in Cheongju-si. As a provincial capital, Cheongju-si is not only hub of administration but also hub of politic·economy·education ·culture.

Tourism Resources Various attraction and famous tourist site; like CheongNamDae, Unbo’s house, Cheongju National Museum, Nangae traditional instrument Museum, Wine Korea, Songnisan National Park, Beobjyusa temple, Suanbo spa, Cheongpung Cultural Heritage Complex, Euirimji temple, Dodamsanbong etc. -More information : http://www.chungbuknadri.net

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8.3 Cheongju-si in Brief Cheongju-si Introduction Cheongju was the land of Mahan during Samhan period, it had been called Sangdanghyeon(Nangbiseong or Nangjagog) during Baekjae period. Because of geographical importance it became the center of district administration. It started to be called as Cheongju in Taejo of Goryeo 23 years (940 years), and the world oldest Metal type-printed book (Jikji) was published at King Woo of Goryeo 3years (1377 years). 1905 open gyeongbu line 1908 Guanchalsa transfer to cheongju from Chungju 1920 open chungbuk line railroad 1946 classified into Cheongju and cheongwon area. 1949 promote to Cheongju city 1989 established local East·West office 1995 promote to district office 2012 Cheongju·Cheongwon plans integrating 2014 Consolidated into Cheongju city

Transportation Gyeongbu and Jungbu expressway and Chungbuk line railroad, and is a well-developed in transportation where possess Cheongju International Airport which opened at 28th April 1997, KTX Osong station which is domestic unique high-speed railway junction station.

Area and Location Cheongju-si is inland city located in the middle of Korea. Area of Cheongju-si is 940.3㎢. Cheongju-si is located at longitude 127°29' 24", latitude 36°38' 14", to the south 128km away from Seoul. Daejeon, Cheonan, Goesan, Boeun are located within a 40km radius.

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Population Based on February 2016 data, 843,586 (including registered foreigners) people and 337,349 households live in Cheongju-si. Cheongju-si is a provincial capital of Chungcheongbuk-do, and is center of administration, politics, economy, education and culture.

Tourism Resources Cheongju-si has plenty of things to see, the famous tourists place is the following: CheongNamDae, Chojeongyaksu, Munui Cultural Heritage Complex, the Air Force Academy, Iron Flagpole of Yongdusa Temple Site, Cheongju National Museum, Cheongju Printing Museum, Daecheong dam, Cheongju Historic Museum of Baekje - More information: http://www.cheongju.go.kr/tour/

9. Weather Condition

Geographically, Korea is located at Far Eastern area on the northern hemisphere with temperate climate which shows 4 seasons - Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter-clearly. The climatic condition of Cheongju is the following. Cheongju-si has temperate continental climate, therefore during the summer hot and humid southeast and southwest wind blows, during the winter cold

and dry northwest wind blows. Average temperature for the year is 12.7℃,

annual average precipitation is 1387mm, and dry season and rainy season are quite clear.

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III. Hapkido Technical Information

1. Competition Date

Hapkido will be held from 5th to 6th September 2016 at Cheongju Univ. Multipurpose Sports & Culture Complex.

2. Venues Category Competition Venue Training Venue Cheongju Univ. Multipurpose Name Sports & Culture Complex Distance from the 18.10km TBD Athletes Village Size 63m × 36m Seating Capacity 4,508 seats

3. Competition Management

Technical Delegate Jong kyun CHOI (KOR) +82 10 4167 6063 / [email protected]

Competition Manager Seung Cheol JEONG (KOR) +82 10 3993 5355 / [email protected]

4. Competition Events

The Hapkido competition will consist of 10 events including 6 men events and 4 women events. Each National Federation or Association can enter 28 martial artists in total. 16 men martial artists: 8 martial artists for Combat, 8 martial artists for Self-defense (2 teams for Bare hands, 2 teams for Weapon). 12 women martial artists: 4 martial artists for individual, 8 martial artists for

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Self-defense (2 teams for Bare hands, 2 teams for Weapon). 1 Self-defense team should consist of 2 martial artists. Martial artist who participate in combat can participate in self-defense.

Discipline Men’s Women’s

-58kg -58kg 58.1 ~ 68kg 58.1 ~ 68kg Combat 68.1kg ~ 80kg

+80kg

Bare hands Bare hands Self-defense Weapon Weapon

5. Competition Schedule

Date Time Event Gender Phase Team manager 14:00 - 15:00 4 Sep. meeting 15:00 Draw (Sun) 18:00 - 20:00 Technical meeting

Weigh-in & 07:30 - 09:00 Medical Examination 5 Sep. Combat for all weight M∙W Preliminary (Mon) 10:00 - 18:00 Bare hands, Preliminary Weapon Weigh-in & 07:30 - 09:00 Medical Examination Combat for all weight Semi-final 10:00 - 14:00 Bare hands, Semi-final Weapon 6 Sep. M∙W (Tue) Combat for all weight Final Bare hands, Final 14:00 - 18:00 Weapon Combat, Victory Ceremony Bare hands, (10 events) Weapon Note: The above schedule is subject to change in accordance with the final entries

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6. Competition Rules

The Hapkido competition shall be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of The Federation of Korea Hapkido (HKD1) and International Hapkido Committee (IHC). In case of any disagreement in the interpretation of the rules and regulations, the English version shall prevail. Any unforeseen cases not covered by the regulations and rules shall be resolved in accordance with the rules and regulations of HKD1 and IHC.

7. Competition Format

7.1 Competition Method The Competition will proceed with using elimination round system.

7.2 Duration of Match - Combat: 3 minutes per 1 round. - Self-defense: Within 5 minutes per each team.

8. Sport Entries

8.1 Eligibility - Only members of HKD1 and IHC member nation are entitled to send martial artists to participate in the Hapkido competition of 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships. - Only Martial artists who equivalent to Rules and Regulations of HKD1 and IHC are eligible to participate.

8.2 Entry Timeline - Entry by Number - Deadline: 24:00 15 June, 2016. (Korea Time, GMT +9) - Entry by Name - Deadline: 24:00 30 June, 2016. (Korea Time, GMT +9)

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8.3 Entry Policy - Events: Each National Federation or Association can enter 2 martial artists or 2 teams per each event and 1 self-defense team should consist of 2 martial artists per event. - Total: Each National Federation or Association should enter maximum of 16 men martial artists and 12 women martial artists. ※ Men martial artists for Combat must be 18 ~ 40 years old. Women martial artists for Combat must be 18 ~ 35 years old. ※ Men and women martial artists for self-defense must be over 18 years old. ※ The number of officials per each National Federation or Association cannot exceed over 50% of the number of martial artists.

8.4 Entry Fee

Category Foreign team Example

Entry Single room 60$/person per night 60$ × 4nights = 240$ Fee Twin room 40$/person per night 40$ × 4nights = 160$

Expense burden Self-burden

* Prices include accommodation, domestic transportation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. * Each price is for one person per day/night. * Payment should be made in U.S. dollars (cash only) upon registration / accreditation after arrival.

9. Technical Officials

9.1 Technical Delegate Technical delegates for 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts shall be appointed by HKD1 and approved by 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships Organizing Committee.

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9.2 Jury & Appeal Commission The necessary Technical Officials and Appeal Commission shall be appointed by HKD1 and approved by 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships Organizing Committee.

10. Meeting and Key Dates

10.1 Technical Meeting Date: 4 September, 2016 Time: 18:00 ~ 20:00 Place: TBD ※ Only technical officials who appointed by HKD1 and IHC can attend

10.2 Team Managers Meeting Date: 4 September, 2016 Time: 14:00 ~ 15:00 Place: TBD

10.3 Draw Date: 4 September, 2016 Time: 15:00 Place: TBD ※ Draw will be made at the Team manager meeting and team manager, coach or team official must attend as a witness.

11. Protests and Appeals

Protest and Appeals shall be conducted in accordance with the regulations for the 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Masterships’ Technical Commission. Any disagreement on decision of judge or appeal regarding other issues shall be submitted by representative of National Federation or Association.

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Objection shall be made within 30 minutes after occurrence of case. Appeals commission shall make a decision after investigation, and once the decision is made, it cannot be reversed. However, the disqualification of individual or team caused by violation of the rules & regulations is an exceptional case. In this case, Court of Appeal shall make decision. All protest and appeals must be submitted as the document format. Protest shall be deal with in accordance with the rules and regulations of HKD1. For all protests 100 USD or its equivalent are required as a deposit. Any protest without deposit will not be accepted.

12. Equipment and Clothing

Competition equipment shall comply with the Standard in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of HKD1 and IHC. Martial artists are required to use his/her own equipment and clothing in accordance with the Standard. Martial artists are required to wear the clothing of National Federation and Association.

13. Victory Ceremony

The Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded to the top 3 martial artists. The Bronze medal is awarded to two martial artists. Fifteen minutes before the victory ceremony, the medalists shall be escorted to the waiting area for the ceremony. Medalists must wear the uniform of National Federation or Association. Korea and English simultaneous interpretation will be conducted.

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14. Media Interview

At the match, martial artists must exit through the Mixed Zone. All martial artists must pass through the Mixed Zone before exiting the range. Martial artist should attend press conference or interview upon requests.

15. Sport Information Centre

Detailed information for each event shall be available at the Sport Information Centre (SIC). The SIC shall be located in the venue and the Athletes Village.

16. Technical Handbook Approval

All information contained in this Technical Handbook was correct at the time of publication on 10th May 2016. However, please note that these details may change between now and the Martial Arts Competitions. Each nation team is advised to check from the Competition Manager or TD for important updates on topics such as the qualification criteria and the competition schedule.

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Main Contact

1. The Federation of Korea Hapkido

Chairman: Mr. Chang Soo LEE (KOR) Address: Rm. 205 Life Education Institution of Ansan University 155 Ansandaehak-ro, Sangrok-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea Phone: +82 31 407 2641 ~ 3 Mobile: +82 10 7799 7246 Fax: +82 31 407 2647 E-mail: [email protected] Web: http://www.k-hapkido.org

2. Technical Delegate

Name: Mr. Jong Kyun CHOI (KOR) Phone: +82 41 530 2296 Mobile: +82 10 4167 6063 E-mail: [email protected]

3. Masterships OC Competition Manager

Name: Kyoung Mi KIM Address: 82 Sangdang-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea Phone: +82 43 220 8408 Fax: +82 43 220 8403 E-mail: [email protected]

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4. Masterships OC

Address: 82 Sangdang-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea Phone: +82 43 220 8419 Fax: +82 43 220 8499 E-mail: [email protected] Web: http://www.2016martial-arts.kr

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IV. Masterships Schedule

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V. Venue by Game