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Contents
1. Initial Greetings ........................................................................................................3
1.1. Head of the host NF.............................................................................................3
2. Introduction ..............................................................................................................4
2.1. WKF Approved Items ...........................................................................................4
3. Competition Programme.............................................................................................9
4. Site and Date ..........................................................................................................10
5. Competition Venue...................................................................................................11
6. Media .....................................................................................................................12
7. Organizer and contacts.............................................................................................12
7.1. Organizer contact details....................................................................................12
7.2. Local Organizing Committee ...............................................................................12
8. Online Registration...................................................................................................13
8.1. Technical Support for Online Registration.............................................................13
9. Categories...............................................................................................................14
10. Entry Fee ..............................................................................................................15
10.1. Payment.........................................................................................................15
11. WKF Accredited Coach ...........................................................................................15
12. Prizes ..................................................................................................................16
13. Ranking ................................................................................................................16
14. Ticket for spectators ..............................................................................................16
15. HOTEL GRAND OASIS CANCÚN *****all inclusive ....................................................17
16. LIST OF OFFICIAL HOTELS.....................................................................................18
16.1. Accommodation prices.....................................................................................20
17. Visa Requirements .................................................................................................21
18. City / Country Information......................................................................................22
19. Omissions .............................................................................................................23
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1. Initial Greetings
1.1. Head of the host NF
To all of our Karate community, Competitors,
Officials, Coaches and Friends,
It is of great honor for the Mexican Karate
Federation and the 2018 Cancun World Karate
Federation Youth League Organizing Committee to
open the doors of America to the world and welcome
you to our Mayan City of Cancun.
For Mexico, being part of the WKF Youth League
2018, is synonymous with the commitment for all its
attendees, to enjoy a world class event in
accordance with the World Karate Federation
standards. Our Mexican youth as well as the world
is preparing to make of this sport a great success as
we near our first Olympic presence in Tokyo, Japan
in 2020. With the upcoming Olympic games, the
WKF guarantees the development of our discipline,
planting the seeds of our future generations.
There is no doubt that this event will give every competitor a unique
experience. Much success to all competitors, Mexico welcomes you to this
wonderful city of Cancun.
Respectfully,
OSCAR GODINEZ BALVAS
President of the Mexican Karate Federation
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2. Introduction
The Karate 1 – Youth League is a newly created competition conceived to highlight the
impact of Karate in young ages.
Established under the umbrella of Karate 1, and designed to complete Karate 1-Premier
League and Karate 1-Series A, the Karate 1-Youth League aims at becoming a platform
for the development of youngsters in their quest to progress in the sport.
The new competition was devised to respond to the increasing interest of young
competitors to have more options to compete at the highest level and it puts the focus
on karatekas aged 12 to 17.
The number of competitors is open. All members of WKF are admitted to participate.
The WKF competition Rules in force will be applied.
2.1. WKF Approved Items
The Karate 1 - Youth League complies with the highest level of presentation. In order
to guarantee the correct delivery of the event, and to ensure the suitable quality of the
tournament, exclusively the following brands are WKF Approved for use in the 2018
Karate 1 - Youth League Season.
SPORT PROTECTIONS
BRAND CONTACT INFORMATION
DOUBLE D
2, rue Vladimir Jankelevitch
77184 Emerainville, FRANCE
Phone : +33 1 64 73 00 03
Fax : + 33 1 64 73 00 04
E-mail: nicolas.poy-tardieu@doubled.fr
http://en.doubled-martialarts.com
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WESING
Fujian Weizhixing Sports Goods Co., Ltd.
Binjiang Industrial Park, Xiamei Town, Nan’an
City, Fujian Province 362302, CHINA
Tel: +86-595-2688 9696
Fax: +86-595-8675 6390
E-mail: info@wesingsports.com
www.wesingsports.com
WKF Facemask and Chest Protector for those under 14 years of age are used
according to Appendix 10 of the WKF Regulations in force:
https://www.wkf.net/pdf/WKFCompetitionRules2018.pdf
All the information concerning the WKF homologated items for this event can be found
on: https://www.wkf.net/karateprotections/
TATAMI
BRAND CONTACT INFORMATION
TROCELLEN Italia S.p.A.
Via Schiavonesca Nuova 8 31040 Volpago del
Montello (TV) Italy
Ph: +39 0423 8735
Fax :+39 0423 621434
Email: lcodato@trocellen.com
www.progame-tatami.com
TATAMIX srlcr
Via Don Pedrinelli 48 24030 Carvico (BG)
Tel: +39 039 6888492
Fax:+39 035 4362212
Email: info@tatamix.it
www.tatamix.it
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TAISHAN SPORTS EQUIPMENT Co., Ltd
Address:No.8 Tiyuguan Road,Dongcheng
District,Beijing.China
Phone.: +86-10-84985396
Email: wadezhang@taishansports.com
www.taishansports.cn
WESING
Fujian Weizhixing Sports Goods Co., Ltd.
Binjiang Industrial Park, Xiamei Town, Nan’an
City, Fujian Province 362302, CHINA
Tel: +86-595-2688 9696
Fax: +86-595-8675 6390
E-mail: info@wesingsports.com
www.wesingsports.com
ISHII CHEMICALS INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
1-10-8, Ryoke, Kawaguchi-city, Saitama
332-0004 Japan
Phone: +81048-223-5148
Fax: +81048-224-3467
E-mail: ikk@ishiikasei.co.jp
http://www.ishiikasei.co.jp/ishiikasei.htm
KARATEGIS WITH THE BRAND EMBROIDERED ON THE
SHOULDERS
The Karategis with the embroidered brand of the manufacturer on the
shoulders will be accepted for use in the Youth League by those
competitors who wish to do so, both for Kata and Kumite in red or blue
colour, depending if the competitor is AKA or AO.
The authorized brands to use these karategi models are:
ADIDAS – ARAWAZA – BUDO NORD – DAEDO – HAYASHI
SHUREIDO – SMAI – TOKAIDO – WACOKU - WESING
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3. Competition Programme
COMPETITION PROGRAMME
DAY / HOUR
Friday
8:00-17:00 Registration and Weigh – In
Grand Oasis Cancún
Friday
15:00-16:30 Referee meeting
Grand Oasis Cancún
Friday
16:00-17:00 Accredited Coach Briefing
Grand Oasis Cancún
Friday
18:00-19: 00 Coach meeting
Grand Oasis Cancún
Friday
19:00- 20:00 Draw
Grand Oasis Cancún
DAY / HOUR
Saturday
8:00-20:00
Eliminations & Repechages Individual
Kata Individual Juniors Male/Female
Eliminations Kumite Individual
Kumite Individual Cadet, Male
(-52, -57, -63, -70, +70 Kg)
Kumite Individual Juniors, Female
(-48, -53, -59 +59 Kg)
Kumite Individual Juniors, Male
( -55, -61, -68, -76, +76 Kg)
Repechages Kumite Individual
(Cadet Male, & Junior, Male - Female)
Poliforum Benito Juarez
Saturday
20:00-21:50
Finals
Kata Individual Juniors Male/Female
Kumite Individual Cadet, Male
( -52, -57, -63, -70, +70 Kg)
Kumite Individual Juniors, Female
(-48, -53, -59 +59 Kg)
Kumite Individual Juniors, Male
(-55, -61, -68, -76, +76 Kg)
Medals awards
Poliforum Benito Juarez
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4. Site and Date
Date: Registration Oct 26th, 2018
Competition Oct 27th and 28th, 2018
Place: City Of Cancún, México
Starting Time: 8:00 to 17:00
Registration : HOTEL GRAND OASIS CANCUN .- Boulevard Kukulcan Km 16.5 Lt45-47,
Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo
Sunday
9:00-
20:30
Eliminations & Repechages
Kata Individual Under 14, & Cadets Male/Female
Eliminations Kumite Individual
Kumite Individual Under 14, Male
(-40, -45, -50, -55, +55 Kg)
Kumite Individual Under 14, Female (-42, -47, +47 Kg)
Kumite Individual Cadet, Female (-47, -54, +54 Kg)
Repechages Kumite Individual
(Under 14, Male & Female, Cadet Female)
Poliforum Benito Juarez
Sunday
18:30 –
19:55
Finals
Kata Individual Under 14, & Cadets
Male/Female
Kumite Individual Under 14, Male
(-40, -45, -50, -55, +55 Kg)
Kumite Individual Under 14, Female
(-47, -54, +54 Kg)
Kumite Individual Cadets, Female
(-47, -54, +54 Kg)
Medals award
Poliforum Benito Juarez
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5. Competition Venue
Venue: Poliforum Benito Juárez .-
Address: Unnamed Rd, Alfredo V. Bonfil, Quintana Roo.
This Karate 1 – Youth League event will be performed on tatami Tatamix, WKF
approved.
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6. Media
Press accreditation can only be given to professional journalists working for a media and
having proof of their credentials.
Media professionals can register to request press accreditations through the on line
registration form which can be found here: https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=185&ver_info_action=pressregistrat
ion#a_presshead
Video recording will not be allowed
Should you need more information about press or media related issues, please contact
directly the World Karate Federation’s office: press@wkf.net.
7. Organizer and contacts
7.1. Organizer contact details
Technical organizer is Mexican Karate Federation
Address: Comité Olímpico Mexicano, Av. del Conscripto & Anillo Periférico, Lomas de
Sotelo, M. Hidalgo, 11200 Ciudad de México, CDMX
E-mail: femeka@prodigy.net.mx
Tel: +52 55 5395 2142
7.2. Local Organizing Committee
Mr. Jesús Roberto Rodriguez
Tamez
Competition Director
Mexican Karate
Federation
churdz@hotmail.com
+521 8180180291
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Mss. Samantha Desciderio
Event logistics
lic_samantha@hotmail.com
+521 777 1800190
8. Online Registration
All competitors, referees, coaches and media representatives must be registered online
using the online platform
https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=185&ver_info_action=info#a_event
head
No onsite registration will be accepted. The registration will be validated once completed
the online payment through the payment platform. In case of any questions concerning
the online registration please directly contact the Sportdata software team via the email
address karate1@sportdata.org.
Individuals and National Federations are responsible for the quality of the entered
registration data. Once close the online registration, any comments will have to notified
to the software and to the WKF at latest five day before the first day of competition.
8.1. Technical Support for Online Registration
Web: https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-online/faq_en.php?active_menu=faq
Email: karate1@sportdata.org
The official registration session will take place on Hotel GRAND OASIS CANCUN on 26
October 2018 from 8:00 to 17:00
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If changes are required during the official registration session because of incorrect, or
missing registration data, a fee of € 20 is charged for each change.
At registration, accreditation cards will be issued with the participants main data, a
photograph and information about registered categories. The accreditation card must
be worn at all times during the event.
Only members of national federations recognized by WKF are admitted to participate,
as per Youth League Organising Rules 2018 (PL OR Point 6 Registration)
https://www.wkf.net/pdf/rules/WKF%20Youth%20League_Organizing%20Rules_%20
2018.pdf-eng.pdf
All participants must submit an official document (passport or other valid ID
card) for the WKF identification and validation at the accreditation session.
The accreditation of any competitor must be done by the athlete or the
athlete’s coach, in person bringing the athlete passport or other valid ID at
the accreditation session.
The competitor who has not collected, either personally or through his/her
coach the accreditation during the official registration, will not be included
in the draw.
The weighing will be carried out immediately after receiving the
accreditation, those athletes who will not attend the weighing will not be
included in the draw.
9. Categories
Junior (16-17 years old): 11 categories (9 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -48kg, -53kg, -59kg, +59kg
Male Kumite: -55kg, -61kg, -68kg, -76kg, +76kg
Kata: Female, Male
Cadet (14-15 years old): 10 categories (8 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -47kg, -54kg, +54kg
Male Kumite: -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, +70kg
Kata: Female, Male
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Under 14 (12-13): 10 categories (8 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -42kg, -47kg, +47kg
Male Kumite: -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg, +55kg
Kata: Female, Male
9.1 Age
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The age limit of competitors for the corresponding category will be the first day of the
entire event.
10. Entry Fee
The entry fees are € 40 per individual category entry.
10.1. Payment
All payments must be process through the online payment platform. No onsite
payment will be accepted. If you have any problems with payment, please contact
Mexican Karate Federation on email: femeka@prodigy.net.mx
11. WKF Accredited Coach
According to the Coach License Manual, the minimum level required to take part in the
Karate 1 events is the “Accredited Coach” level. To obtain such certification, coaches
must attend a compulsory Coach Briefing. Therefore and in order to give the opportunity
to the WKF Coaches to get this certification, a Coach Briefing will be held in:
• Karate 1-Youth League, Quintana Roo, Mexico.
12. WKF Accredited Coach Briefing, Mexico 2018
Please find below the Coach schedule and the details for the registration process:
DAY / HOUR COACH BRIEFING
FRIDAY, 26th
From 16:00 to 17:00 GRAND OASIS CANCUN
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Registration (only online)
Those coaches who wish to attend to the “Accredited Coach Briefing” in MEXICO must
be registered online and must fill out the “Accreditation Agreement for Coaches” that
can be downloaded from the online registration site.
All coach registrations must be made online latest until 27th of September 2018, through
the following link:
https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=252#a_eventhead
Fees and payment
We would like to remind you that the fee to attend to the “Coach Briefing” and to obtain
a new license or to renew your expired license of WKF Accredited Coach is 300 CHF.
All payments must be made through Sportdata platform.
No other methods of payment will be accepted.
Registrations and payments onsite will not be accepted
13. Prizes
The event prizes (medals and trophies) are to be provided by the host.
In each individual category the first prize will be a gold medal.
The second prize will be a silver medal. The third prizes will be bronze medals.
14. Ranking
Competitors can earn ranking points in every Karate1 event according to the official
WKF Ranking Regulations. Competitor U14 do not earn ranking points:
https://www.wkf.net/pdf/rules/WRC_Ranking%20Regulations_Update_VF.pdf-eng.pdf
15. Ticket for spectators
The entrance to Youth League Cancún 2018 is free for all.
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16. HQ HOTEL GRAND OASIS CANCÚN***** all inclusive
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 16.5 Lt45-47, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R.
An all-inclusive hotel very close to all the fun and the best attractions in the hotel
zone of Cancun; in Grand Oasis Cancun you will live in luxury in front of one of the
most beautiful beaches of this Caribbean destination. Among its diverse range of
options, you will find live performances that will take your breath away, true moments of
entertainment such as concerts, music festivals, shows and theme parties; all this is part
of the all-inclusive experience.
If you are looking for the best of Las Vegas style entertainment and emotions, look no
further; Grand Oasis Cancun is the only hotel with a casino in the hotel zone of
Cancun. Here our guests can live different experiences every day, because in each
space they find something new to discover; from golf in its exclusive 9-hole par 3 course,
to the sensual cabaret atmosphere of the Kinky nightclub.
Everything you could wish for an incredible visit to the Caribbean, Grand Oasis
Cancun has among its first world facilities; dare to discover its attractions, natural
scenery, luxurious rooms and countless gastronomic experiences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=23&v=nTikSY4GGUI
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17. LIST OF OFFICAL HOTELS
HOTEL EMPORIO ****
Blvd. Kukulcán Km 17, Retorno Gucumatz, Lote 49, Segunda Etapa, Zona Holetera,
77500 Cancún, Q.R.
Considered one of the most important holiday destinations in the country, Cancun
has evolved over the years, becoming a cosmopolitan city that fuses the best of
Mexico and abroad. It is in the heart of its hotel zone where Emporio Cancun is
located, surrounded by both the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea and the
peaceful lagoon and its mangroves.
Our excellent location will allow you to move around easily, meet squares and
shopping centers, delight in the best restaurants and enjoy an extraordinary
nightlife. In addition, we are close to major tourist destinations such as Isla
Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel and Tulum, as well as 20 minutes from the
international airport.
Come and let yourself be pampered in our modern facilities, decorated in a
contemporary style, as well as by our white sand beach. Considered one of the
most exclusive hotels in the area, our attention, prestige and quality have earned
us the rating of 5 stars.
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HOTEL KRYSTAL ****
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R.
Krystal Cancun, offers the best of the destination located in Punta Cancun, the heart of
activities and entertainment. Leave your routine behind while relaxing on our white sand
beach, take a dip in the panoramic pool, or better yet, enjoy a massage in our spa.
Charming rooms and suites have been designed for all types of travelers, from family
rooms that offer more space, rooms with ocean views, to our Suites including our Master
and Presidential Suite, both with private pool.
Enjoy the wide range of flavors in our restaurants and enjoy our all-inclusive plan.
Make sure your stay in paradise is perfect at Krystal Cancun!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=ZvBQU6wop-c
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17.1. Accommodation prices
All prices are per person per day
GRAND OASIS
CANCUN
all inclusive
EMPORIO
Buffet Breakfast
KRYSTAL
Buffet Breakfast
HOTEL SMART
OASIS CANCUN
Buffet Breakfast
HOTEL
SOTAVENTO
& YACHT
CLUB
American
Breakfast
SINGLE 166 usd 129 usd 126 usd 69 usd 49 usd
DOUBLE
104 usd
67 usd 67 usd 69 usd 49 usd
TRIPLE
100 usd
65 usd 63 usd 76 usd 66 usd
Please confirm reservation before October 8th
2018. After that date we could not guarantee
accommodation at best prices.
INFORMATIONS & RESERVATIONS:
E-mail: femeka@prodigy.net.mx
lic_samantha@hotmail.com
+521 777 1800190
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17.2 Transfers: All transfer prices are one way
26 dollars por person. The whole event.
17.3. Payment methods / Bank transfer
If you wish to pay for your reservation by bank transfer, you need to pay the required amount
within 24 hours from the time of reservation, or at time you receive confirmation of availability
from our operators. At the same time, the guest is obliged to send Mosaico Tours a confirmation
of the payment. In contrary, Mosaico Tours is not obligated to carry out the service of the
reservation.
Mexican Karate Federation is not responsible for outstanding reservations of services caused
by not receiving the confirmation within 24 hours (except for Saturdays, Sundays and holidays).
All bank costs are to be paid by the client (when making the bank transfer payment client must
put on "Detail of charge"). All reservations not paid in full will not be considered valid. The bank
transfer is not available if the beginning of Your stay is within 5 work days for payments from
abroad, or 3 working days for payments by bank transfer within México. For all additional
information feel free to contact us.
18. Visa Requirements
VISA and Travel documents
Please check the website of the Secretary of Foreign Relations
https://www.gob.mx/sre/ to see if you are required to have a Mexican visa when entering Mexico.
http://www.sectur.gob.mx/guia-de-viaje/visa/
https://www.gob.mx/cms/uploads/attachment/file/8932/visasordinarios.pdf
https://www.gob.mx/sre/acciones-y-programas/visas-para-extranjeros-8036
Countries that require a visa
https://www.inm.gob.mx/gobmx/word/index.php/paises-requieren-visa-para-mexico/
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Countries that do not require a visa
https://www.inm.gob.mx/gobmx/word/index.php/paises-no-requieren-visa-para-mexico/
How to apply for a Mexican visa?
visit the following link
https://embamex.sre.gob.mx/ecuador/index.php/servicios-consulares/26-servicios-
para-extranjeros/331-requisitos-para-solicitud-de-visa
The list of embassies and consulates of Mexico is available on the website
https://www.gob.mx/sre/acciones-y-programas/representaciones-de-mexico-en-el-
exterior
If you need a specific invitation letter, ONLY AFTER YOU HAVE COMPLETED YOUR
ENROLLMENT ONLINE, please contact us via email at: femeka@prodigy.net.mx,
tel:+52 1 777 180 0190
19. City / Country Information
ABOUT MEXICO:
Mexico (mexiko), officially called the United Mexican States, is a country of America,
located in the southern part of North America. Its capital is Mexico City. Politically it is
a democratic, representative and federal republic composed of 32 federative entities
(31 states and the federal capital).
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ABOUT CANCÚN:
Cancun (in Maya: kaan and kun, 'cradle or nest of snakes')? is a city in the state of
Quintana Roo, being head of the municipality of Benito Juárez, is located in eastern
Mexico, more than 1700 km from Mexico City. [citation needed] It is the most populous
city in the state with 628 306 inhabitants according to latest censuses of the National
Institute of Statistics and Geography in 2010. Considered a tourist destination of
international level, with certification from the World Tourism Organization.
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cancún
20. Omissions
As regards that the specific items are not expressly foreseen in the present bulletin
reference is to be made to the general rules and guidelines contained in WKF
Regulations.
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See you at
WKF Youth League Cancún 2018
October 27th
and 28th
2018
is ready for Karate 1
