REGULATIONS
6TH WORL D WUSHU CHAMPIONSHIPS BURGAS, BULGARIA SEPTEMBER 26 TH – OCTOBER 2 ND 2016
THE 6th WORLD JUNIOR WUSHU CHAMPIONSHIPS
REGULATIONS
The 6th World Junior Wushu Championships (6th WJWC) is the official world championship event which hosted by the International Wushu Federation. The World Junior Wushu Championships takes place biennially and is the official pinnacle junior championships of the IWUF and features its highest competitive level amongst its junior athletes. The Bulgaria Wushu Federation is responsible for the organization of the 6th WJWC under the auspices of the IWUF.
A. DATE AND PLACE The 6th WJWC will be held from September 26 th to October 2 nd , 2016 in Burgas, Bulgaria.
B. VENUES 1. Competition Venue: Sport Hall Mladost, Burgas, Bulgaria 2. Training Venue: Sport Hall Mladost, Burgas, Bulgaria
C. COMPETITION EVENTS 1. Taolu Events: Group A: 3rd Set of International Competition Routine: Changquan, Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu, Taijiquan, Taijijian, Nanquan, Nandao, Nangun; Duilian Group B: Changquan, Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu (1st Set of International Competition Taolu), Nanquan, Nandao, Nangun (International Compulsory Routine) 42 Forms Taijiquan, 42 Forms Taijijian Group C: Changquan (No.3 Elementary Routine), Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu (Elementary Routine) 2. Sanda Events: Male: 48kg, 52kg, 56kg, 60kg, 65kg, 70kg, 75kg and 80kg Female: 48kg, 52kg, 56kg and 60kg
D. QUALIFICATIONS 1. All official & provisional IWUF Member Federations/Associations are qualified to participate in the Championships. 2. Only those Federations/Associations which have paid their IWUF annual membership fees for 2015 and 2016 will be permitted to participate in the Championships. 3. New IWUF member federations may be invited to take part in the Championships after their applications have been accepted by the IWUF.
E. ENTRIES 1. Preliminary Entries The Preliminary Entry Forms must state the exact number of competitors taking part in the events. The
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preliminary entry forms must reach the Organizing Committee and the IWUF Secretariat no later than 24:00 (Bulgaria & Beijing Time respectively) July 25th , 2016. These must be sent by email and post to the below addresses:
- Bulgaria Wushu Federation (Organizing Committee) 81 Makedonia Str, Vazrazhdane, Burgas, Bulgaria Tel: + 359-883-377560 Email: [email protected]
- IWUF Secretariat 9 Huaweili, Chaoyang District, 100021 Beijing, China Tel: +86-10-5962-0789 Fax: +86-10-5962-0989 Email: [email protected]
2. Final Entry: All final entries must be submitted through the IWUF Online Registration System. All sections of the online entry must be completed in full, including the uploading of the various required documents. The deadline for the final entry to be completed through the online system is 24:00 (Bulgaria Time) on August 25th , 2016. Each team is required to print a copy of the submitted entry and present it upon arrival and registration in Bulgaria.
3. IWUF Online Registration System URL: http://justtool.com/iwuf Inquiries: MSN: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Tel: +86-757 83991970 Fax: +86-757 83991970 Company: China Cathay Information Technologies Co., Ltd.
4. Late entries are subject to the approval of the IWUF and if accepted are subject to a late-entry fee of US$100 per participant.
F. ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION 1. All participating teams are required to arrive at the designated registration booth and register with the 6th WJWC Organizing Committee no later than 24:00 (Bulgaria Time) on September 26th , 2016. 2. Upon arrival, all teams are required to: i) Pay the relevant participation fees in full. ii) Submit all the required documents. 3. All judges are required to arrive and register at the designated registration booth on September 25th , 2016.
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G. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS Each participating Taolu Team may submit one IWUF Certified Taolu Judge who is holding a valid certificate at the time of competition. Each participating Sanda Team may submit one IWUF Certified Taolu Judge who is holding a valid certificate at the time of competition. All International Judges must present their valid certificates issued by IWUF to the Organizing Committee upon registration. Judges must have participated in and passed the examination of the 2012, 2014 or 2016 IWUF International Judges Examination Course in order to qualify to judge at the 6th WJWC.
H. TECHNICAL MEETING The Technical Meeting for team managers and coaches will take place at 14:00 (Bulgaria Time) on September 28th , 2016 during which all matters related to the competition will be announced. Each team should send two representatives for taolu and two representatives for sanda to attend this meeting.
I. DRAWING – LOTS CEREMONY The drawing-lots of the 6th WJWC will be conducted by the IWUF Technical Committee at 16:00 (Bulgaria Time) on September 28th , 2016. Each team may send two taolu and two sanda representatives to attend the ceremony. The IWUF Technical Committee will draw on behalf of the teams that are unable to send a representative to attend.
J. WEIGHING-IN 1. The initial weighing-in for sanda athletes will take place at 07:00 (Bulgaria Time) on September 28 th , 2016. 2. The weighing-in will be conducted on daily basis. The venue for weighing-in will be circulated by the Organizing Committee in due course.
K. PLACING & AWARDS 1. Taolu: - 1st place Gold Medal & Certificate - 2nd place Silver Medal & Certificate - 3rd place Bronze Medal & Certificate - 4th – 8th place Certificate 2. Sanda: - 1st place Gold Medal & Certificate - 2nd place Silver Medal & Certificate - 3rd place (juxtaposition) Bronze Medal & Certificate
L. FINANCIAL CONDITIONS 1. All Participants (Athletes, Team Officials, Judges and Observers) The international airfare and related travel expenses, as well as accommodation/participation fees of all participants shall be borne by the teams themselves. The accommodation/participation fees are as follows: US$ 85 per person per day (double room) – 4 Star Hotel
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US$ 105 per person per day (single room) – 4 Star Hotel US$ 120 per person per day (double room) – 5 Star Hotel US$ 180 per person per day (single room) – 5 Star Hotel
- The above fees include meals, accommodation and pick-up/drop-off to and from the airport. The participating teams shall pay their outstanding participation fee in full to the Organizing Committee of the 6th WJWC upon arrival & registration.
1. The Organizing Committee will arrange the accommodation and transportation for participating teams from 9:00 September 25th , 2016 to 24:00 October 3 rd , 2016 (Bulgaria Time). If any teams arriving earlier or departing later than the required date, they should inform the Organizing Committee to arrange their accommodation arrangements before July 25 th, 2016.
2. The IWUF and Organizing Committee request that all participating teams lodge at the designated hotels arranged by the Organizing Committee. Those teams who wish to stay at another hotel/ location, due to special requirements, must first receive approval from the Organizing Committee in order to do so. In such cases, each person is required to pay a participation fee of US$200 person. These participants are responsible for their own transportation and all other aspect of their accommodation at their own expense and shall accept responsibility for consequences arising as a result of this.
3. Payment Methods Participating teams are requested to pay the relevant participation fees by international bank transfer simultaneously with their final entry submission. Proof of which should be sent to the organizing committee by email and brought along to Burgas by the team leader. Teams that are unable to pay by international bank transfer must pay their relevant participation fees in total to the organizing committee upon arrival in Bulgaria. Organizing Committee Banking Details: Account Name: SK "BEI XING" IBAN: BG07FINV915010UB308132 SWIFT: FINVBGSF Bank Name: FIBANK Address: BURGAS, 58 ALEKSANDROVSKA str.
M. DOPING CONTROL Doping control will be conducted during the 6th WJWC according to the requirements of the IOC and World Anti-Doping Agency, and will follow the procedure prescribed in the IWUF Anti-Doping Rules. The number of tests will be decided by the IWUF. If an athlete is found have positively doped through the doping process, he/she will be dealt with in accordance with the IWUF Anti-Doping Rules.
N. OTHER MATTERS Each team is required to bring the following:
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1. 3 x National flags, regional flags or federation flags (1m×2m); 2. Their national anthem or federation song on CD; 3. 3 x Colour photos (passport size) per team member; 4. Printed and stamped Final Entry Form; 5. Valid Health Certificates of all athletes and Life Accidental Injury Insurance Certificate (country or region); 6. Completed and signed 6th WJWC “Waiver of Liabilities” for each participant.
NOTE: Some of the above items will be required to be submitted online digitally prior to arrival. This information will be circulated in due course.
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TAOLU COMPETITION
A. COMPETITION EVENTS 1. Group A : 3rd Set of International Competition Routine: Changquan, Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu, Taijiquan, Taijijian, Nanquan, Nandao, Nangun; Duilian 2. Group B: Changquan, Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu (1st Set of International Competition Taolu), Nanquan, Nandao, Nangun (International Compulsory Routine) 42 Forms Taijiquan, 42 Forms Taijijian 3. Group C: Changquan (No.3 Elementary Routine), Daoshu, Jianshu, Qiangshu, Gunshu (Elementary Routine)
B. PARTICIPATION METHODS 1. Each country or region may enter one (1) team. 2. Each taolu team shall be composed of a maximum of sixteen (16) members including: one (1) team leader, two (2) coaches and one (1) doctor and the following competitors: - Group A: 4 competitors (2 boys and 2 girls, who were born between January 1, 1998 – December 31, 2000) - Group B: 4 competitors (2 boys and 2 girls, who were born between January 1, 2001 – December 31, 2003) - Group C: 4 competitors (2 boys and 2 girls, who were born between January 1, 2004 – December 31, 2009) • Each Taolu competitor of Group A may enter at most 4 competition events (1 bare-handed routine, 1 short weapon routine, 1 long weapon routine and 1 dual event) • Each Taolu competitor of Group B may at most enter 3 competition events (1 bare-handed routine, 1 short weapon routine, and 1 long weapon routine) • Each Taolu competitor of Group C may at most enter 2 competition events (1 bare-handed routine, 1 weapon routine: either 1 short weapon or 1 long weapon) 3. Each competitor should bring along with them a valid Health Certificate (including electrocardiogram, pulse and blood pressure) issued within 30 days prior to the star of the competition signed by a qualified doctor and a Life Accidental Injury Insurance Certificate. All competitors are required to submit a completed and signed waiver of liabilities form, which has been signed by the competitor’s parent or legal guardian
C. COMPETITION METHODS 1. Competition includes individual competition only. 2. Unless otherwise states within these regulations, the competition will be conducted in accordance with the “IWUF Rules for International Wushu Taolu Competition”. 3. Time limit: 42 Forms Taijiquan: 5-6 minutes; 42 Forms Taijijian, 3rd Set of Competition Taijiquan and Taijijian Routines: 3-4 minutes. There is no time requirement for other events. 4. The power of interpretation of the Rules rests solely with the IWUF. In the event of discrepancies in the
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interpretation of the Rules, the Chinese Text shall prevail.
D. COSTUMES & EQUIPMENT 1. Competitors shall wear wushu competition costumes in compliance with the rules during all events. This must be brought & prepared by the competitors themselves. All weaponry must conform to the requirements as stipulated in the rules. This must be provided by the competitors themselves.
E. PLACING & AWARDS Awarding for all Taolu events will be respectively as follows: 1. 1st – 8th place: If the number of competitors is 10 and above in a single division 2. 1st - 3rd place: If the number of competitors is between 6 & 9 in a single division 3. 1st – 2nd place: If the number of competitors is between 3 & 5 in a single division 4. No placing or awards will be bestowed if the number of competitors in a single events comprises of 2 (two) or less competitors.
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SANDA COMPETITION
A. COMPETITION EVENTS 1. Men’s Sanda Events: - 48 kg - 52 kg - 56 kg - 60 kg - 65 kg - 70 kg - 75 kg - 80 kg
2. Women’s Sanda Events: - 48 kg - 52 kg - 56 kg - 60 kg
B. PARTICIPATION METHODS 1. Each country or region may enter one (1) team. 2. Each sanda team shall be composed of a maximum eleven (12) members including: one (1) team leader, two (2) coaches and one (1) doctor and eight (8) competitors (5 boys and 3 girls), who were born between January 1, 1998–December 31, 2000). 3. Each team may enter only one (1) athlete per weight category, and each athlete may enter only one (1) weight category. 4. Each competitor should bring along with them a valid Health Certificate (including electroencephalogram, electrocardiogram, pulse and blood pressure) issued within 30 days prior to the star of the competition signed by a qualified doctor and a Life Accidental Injury Insurance Certificate. All competitors are required to submit a completed and signed waiver of liabilities form.
C. COMPETITION METHODS 1. The competition will be Individual Competition. 2. The single knockout system will be adopted. If the number of competitors is 3 or less, a single round – robin method will be adopted. 3. Following arrival and registration, the athletes will go through the initial weighing in and drawing lots formalities as stipulated in the schedule. All Sanda athletes will be required to weigh-in daily during the competition. Details regarding this will be circulated at a later time once finalized. 4. Unless otherwise states within these regulations, the competition will be conducted in accordance with the “IWUF Rules for International Wushu Sanda Competition”.
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5. Kicks to the head as well as successive/continuous punches to the head are not permitted. 6. The duration of each round shall be 1 minute 30 seconds 7. The power of interpretation of the Rules rests solely with the IWUF. In the event of discrepancies in the interpretation of the Rules, the Chinese Text shall prevail.
D. COSTUMES & EQUIPMENT 1. Competitors shall wear costumes and protective gear in compliance with the “Rules for International Sanda Competition” to participate in the competition. 2. Each competitor is required to possess two (2) sets of competition costumes: one set in black and one set in red. 3. Each competitor is required to possess their own mouth guard, jockstrap, and instep guard. 4. Gloves and other protective equipment will be provided by the Organizing Committee.
E. PLACING & AWARDS 1. The top three place athletes within each weight category will be receive a placing and award for both men and women. 2. Third place athletes will be placed in juxtaposition.
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PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM Taolu Competition Federation/Association: ______Address: ______Telephone No. : ______Mobile No. : ______Email: ______Team Manager: ______Team Coach: ______Team Doctor: ______Competitors (Please complete below the number of competitors) EVENT MALE FEMALE EVENT MALE FEMALE
1. Changquan (3rd Set) 16. Qiangshu (1 st Set)
2. Jianshu (3rd Set) 17. Nanquan (1 st Set)
3. Daoshu (3rd Set) 18. Nandao (1 st Set)
4. Qiangshu (3rd Set) 19. Nangun (1 st Set)
5. Gunshu (3rd Set) 20. Taijiquan (42 Forms)
6. Taijiquan (3rd Set) 21. Taijijian (42 Forms)
7. Taijijian (3rd Set) 22. Changquan (Elementary)
8. Nanquan (3rd Set) 23. Daoshu (Elementary)
9. Nandao (3rd Set) 24. Gunshu (Elementary)
10.Nangun (3rd Set) 25. Jianshu (Elementary)
11. Duilian 26. Qiangshu (Elementary)
12. Changquan (1 st Set) 27. Daoshu (1 st Set)
13. Daoshu (1 st Set)
14. Gunshu (1 st Set)
15. Jianshu (1 st Set)
Note: 1. This form must reach the Organizing Committee of the 6th WJWC and the IWUF Secretariat by email and post no later than 24:00 (Bulgaria Time), July 25 th , 2016.
Signature of President/Secretary General (With Federation Seal) Date:
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PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM (Sanda Competition)
Federation/Association: ______Address: ______Telephone No.: ______Mobile No.: ______Email: ______Team Manager: ______Team Coach: ______Team Doctor: ______Competitors (Please complete below the number of competitors) CATEGORY MALE FEMALE
1. 48kg
2. 52kg
3. 56kg
4. 60kg
5. 65kg
6. 70kg
7. 75kg
8. 80kg
Total Number of Competitors
Note: 2. This form must reach the Organizing Committee of the 6th WJWC and the IWUF Secretariat by email and post no later than 24:00 (Bulgaria Time), July 25 th , 2016.
Signature of President/Secretary General (With Federation Seal) Date
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WAIVER OF LIABILITIES
Federation: ______Name of Participant: ______
Date of Birth: ______Colour ID Photo Nationality : ______Sex: ______Passport No. : ______Role of Participant: ______* Athlete * Team Manager * Coach * Doctor * Observer I, the undersigned, knowingly and without duress, do voluntarily submit my Entry to the 6th World Junior Wushu Championships. The 6th World Junior Wushu Championships is hosted by International Wushu Federation (IWUF) and organized by Bulgaria Wushu Federation, hereafter IWUF and Bulgaria Wushu Federation collectively referred to as “Organizing Committee”. In consideration of the Organizing Committee accepting my application, I hereby assume all risk of physical and mental injuries, disabilities and losses which may result from or in connection with my participation in the 6th World Junior Wushu Championships. Acting for myself, heirs, personal officers, agents, representatives and assignees, I do hereby release the Organizing Committee, its officers, agents, representatives, volunteers, judges and referees and other related members from all claims, actions, suits, and controversies at law or in equity by reason of any matter, cause or thing whatsoever that I may sustain as a result of or in connection with my participation in the 6th World Junior Wushu Championships. I fully understand that all medical attention or treatment afforded to me by the Organizing Committee, its officers, medical personnel, representatives, volunteers, and all other related members will be of the first aid type only, and hereby release the Organizing Committee its officers, representatives, volunteers, and all other related members from any liability for such aid. I understand it is my obligation to obtain my own medical coverage.
I agree to abide by and follow the Rules established by the Organizing Committee, and I understand that my protest must be conducted in accordance with the Rules of Arbitration.
I agree that my performance, attendance, and participation at the 6th World Junior Wushu Championships may be filmed or otherwise recorded or released or telecast live. I consent to allow the Organizing Committee use of my name, address, voices, poses, pictures and biographical data concerning full or parts, in any form or language, with or without other material, throughout the world, without limitation, for television, radio, video, theatrical medium picture, or any other medium by any devices now known or hereafter devised and I do hereby waive any compensation in regard thereof as well as any future rights to the aforementioned.
I have read and fully understand the waiver listed above:
______Signature of Participant Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Name of Parent/Legal Guardian (If participant is over 18 years of age) (If participant is under 18 years of age) (If participant is under 18 years of age)
______Date
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GENERAL PROGRAM
DATE TIME CONTENT VENUE Teams Arrival & Registration Sep.25 Whole Day TBA Judges’ Arrival & Registration Teams Arrival & Registration Sep.26 Whole Day TBA Judges’ Refresher Course
Judges’ Refresher Course Sep.27 Whole Day Team Training TBA IWUF Technical Committee Meeting Weigh-In Team Training Sep.28 Judges Refresher Course TBA TBA Technical Meeting Drawing of Lots Opening Ceremony Sep.29 Taolu & Sanda Competition Sport Hall TBA Taolu & Sanda Competition Mladost
Sep.30 Taolu & Sanda Competition Sport Hall TBA Taolu & Sanda Competition Mladost Oct.1 Taolu & Sanda Competition Sport Hall TBA Taolu & Sanda Competition Mladost Taolu & Sanda Competition Oct.2 Sport Hall TBA Taolu & Sanda Competition Mladost Closing Ceremony Oct.3 TBA Departure
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