The 2016 Karate BC Open will be held this December 10th, 2016, at the Richmond Olympic Oval in Richmond, BC. This provincial event brings together local and international athletes and expects to draw large crowds as some of the best talent around takes to the rings.
Event Details
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When: Saturday, December 10th, 2016
Where: Richmond Olympic Oval (click link for map to venue)
Divisions: Click HERE for the list of available divisions at this tournament.
Registration (and General Event Information):
Registering members from a club? Click HERE to download a sign-up sheet that you can print out and place at your dojo.
Ready to register your club or yourself? Follow the steps below to register via the online SportData registration system:
How to register as a club or individual
- Register as a club on SportData:
- Go to Sportdata page (click “Register Now” button below) and click “Login” in upper right of page.
- Create a new login account as a club, or login via an existing club account you may have with Sportdata.
- Fill-out club details, then go to the Karate BC Open registration webpage (select “Register Now” button again below) and register club members.
- Complete registration by using PayPal (see Paypal link on Sportdata registration summary) or writing a cheque to Karate BC in Canadian funds – Cheques are to be brought to the head table on Saturday, December 10.
- Register as an individual on SportData:
- Go to Sportdata page (click “Register Now” button below) and click “Login” in upper right of page.
- Although it asks for a team/club account, create an individual account using your last name and your club name, for example: Smith-YMCA Shotokan Club.
- Return to the Karate BC Open registration webpage (select “Register Now” button again below) and register club members.
- Individual registrations MUST be completed by using PayPal (see Paypal link on Sportdata registration summary)
To register now via Sportdata, click button: 
Deadlines:
Registrations MUST be entered (see Registration section above) by November 25th, 2016
NOTE: No check-in: Athletes/coaches are required to confirm their events via Karate BC website and report any errors to the Tournament Director immediately!
Fees:
Participant:
| Category | Entry Fee (1st Event) | Entry Fee (Each Addn'l Event) |
|---|---|---|
| Recreational - Juniors | $40 | $20 |
| Recreational - Adults >= 18 yrs | $40 | $20 |
| Recreational - Black Belts | $40 | $20 |
| Note: There will be no kobudo or Recreational Team Kata in the KBC Open this year. | ||
| Elite - divisions | $50 | $25 |
| Elite - Team Kata | $35 / team | |
| * Price is per event (GST included) and payment MUST provided (PayPal) upon registering online. | ||
NOTE: All fees are per event (includes GST) and payment MUST provided (PayPal) upon registering online.
Spectator:
| Adults (18 yrs and older) | $5 |
| Senior / Youth | $3 |
| 6 yrs and younger | Free |
Kyu Levels By Division:
The following table indicates kyu levels for each belt of different styles:
| Divisions | Chito / Shito | Gima-Ha | Wado | Goju | Shotokan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novice | 6-5 | 10-7 | 8-7 | 10-8 | 9-8 |
| Intermediate | 4-3 | 6-4 | 6-4 | 7-4 | 7-4 |
| Advanced | 2-1 | 3-1 | 3-1 | 3-1 | 3-1 |
| Black - Recreational | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans |
| Black - Elite | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans | All Dans |
Schedule & Draws:
For the full schedule of events at the Karate BC Open, click HERE.
Kata / Kumite Regulations:
WKF Rules 2015 (v.9) shall apply with the following modifications (click HERE to download PDF version):
Recreational Divisions | Elite Divisions |
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| Children 5 - 13 Years | 14 - 17 Year Olds Colour Belts | Adults, Masters (40+), Rec Black Belts | 12 - 17 Year Olds | 18 - 20 Year Olds + Seniors | |||
| Kata | Score Method | Flags - 2 perform same time | Flags - 2 perform same time | Flags - 2 perform same time | Flags | Flags | |
| Format | White / Yellow Belts may repeat kata | White / Yellow Belts may repeat kata | White / Yellow Belts may repeat kata | ||||
| Other | Orange Belt and up must perform minimum alternating kata (ABA) | Orange Belt and up must perform minimum alternating kata (ABA) | Orange Belt and up must perform minimum alternating kata (ABA) | 1st, 2nd, Two 3rds | 1st, 2nd, Two 3rds | ||
| Kumite | Time | 1 min 30 sec Stop | 1 min 30 sec Stop | 1 min 30 sec Stop | 2 min Stop | Sr Men, U21 Male: 3 min stop Sr Fem, U21 Fem, Cadet/Jr: 2 min stop |
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| Points | First to 6 1 min overtime if tied at end of match | First to 8 1 min overtime if tied at end of match | First to 8 1 min overtime if tied at end of match | WKF Rules: spread of 8 | WKF Rules: spread of 8 | ||
| Ring Size | 6m x 6m | 8m x 8m | 8m x 8m | 8m x 8m | 8m x 8m | ||
| Contact | Any touch face with fist or foot C1 penalty | Any touch face with fist or foot C1 penalty | Any touch face with fist or foot C1 penalty | WKF Rules Any touch face with fist C1 penalty Foot skin touch face Ippon | WKF Rules Skin touch point Contact C1 penalty |
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| Penalty C1 + C2 | Penalty Points Awarded C1+C2 C2 Last 10 sec min Keikoku | Penalty Points Awarded C1+C2 C2 Last 10 sec min Keikoku | Penalty Points Awarded C1+C2 C2 Last 10 sec min Keikoku | WKF Rules Judges can signal C1 + 2 warnings + penalties | WKF Rules Judges can signal C1 + 2 warnings + penalties |
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| Mandatory Protective Gear | Mouthguard, Fist protector - may be any colour, Red/Blue belts, Groin (males) | Mouthguard, Fist protector - may be any colour, Red/Blue belts, Groin (males) | Mouthguard, Fist protector - may be any colour, Red/Blue belts, Groin (males) | Mouthguard, body protector male, body + chest protector female Foot, Shin/Instep, Fist protector + belts - must be Red/Blue, Groin (male) | Mouthguard, body protector male, body + chest protector female Foot, Shin/Instep, Fist protector + belts - must be Red/Blue, Groin (male) |
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| Optional Protective Gear | Shin/Instep protector, Head protectors, Body/Chest protector | Shin/Instep protector, Head protectors, Body/Chest protector | Shin/Instep protector, Head protectors, Body/Chest protector | Head protectors | Head protectors | ||
Results:
Overall results for the 2016 Karate BC Open are HERE!
To view the results by club, click HERE.
Live Streaming:
The entire Karate BC Open will be Live Streamed. Tune in HERE on event day for the full live stream!
Where to Stay:
The official Host Hotel for the 2016 Karate BC Open is the beautiful Sheraton Vancouver Airport. Book your room by November 17th and stay for as low as $129/night.
Where: 7551 Westminster Highway, Richmond BC (click HERE for map to hotel).
Rate: $129/night (single/double/triple/quad rooms)
Included:
- traditional Queen/Queen guest room
- complimentary wireless internet access
- complimentary parking for overnight guests
- complimentary bus shuttle to/from YVR
- 24-hour access to Sheraton fitness centre
- 30% discount off deluxe hot breakfast buffet at Harold’s Bistro & Bar
To Book:
Click HERE to book directly, or call the hotel at 1-800-663-0299 and mention the “Karate BC Open 2016” to receive special rate.
Notes:
- Rate/availability cannot be guaranteed past the cutoff of November 17th. After this date, reservations can be made on an availability basis and at the best available rate.
- In the event of cancellation, you must call the hotel no later than 6:00 PM on the day prior to arrival, otherwise a cancellation fee of one nights’ room and tax will be charged.
Volunteering:
For the tournament to run smoothly and for the benefit of all participants, we kindly request each participating club try to provide one volunteer, if possible. This is a voluntary request only and not a requirement of club registration.
In order to make the Karate BC Provincial Championships a success, we require assistance from volunteers in the areas of:
- weigh-in
- marshaling
- score-keeping/time-keeping
- admissions
- security
You may have members, family, or parents already there and this would give them a free front row seat & a free event t-shirt.
Do you, or someone you know, have time to volunteer for this great event and see some exciting karate action? If so, then please sign up online HERE! Or, click HERE to download a sign-up sheet so you can fill it out and send it back to us via email at info@karatebc.org.
Officials:
For the tournament to run smoothly and for the benefit of all participants, we kindly request each participating club try to provide one official, if possible. This is a voluntary request only and not a requirement of club registration.
Interested in officiating at the tournament? Please click HERE to download our Officials sign-up sheet – completed forms can be sent back to us via email at jpschwk@icloud.com .
Sponsorship:
The Karate BC Open could not happen without the generous support of our sponsors. Know a company or organization that would be a great fit for this event? If so, then we’d love to talk to them! For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Richard Mosdell at richard@kenzensportskarate.com
2016 Karate BC Open Sponsors
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