2023 Treasure Valley Karate Invitational

DEAR MARTIAL ARTIST,
You and your school are cordially invited to participate in the Treasure Valley Karate Tournament

September 30th, 2023
Doors Open: 7:45 AM
Referee/Judges Meeting Begins 8am
Black Belt Divisions Begin at 9:30am

ONLINE ONLY Registration
Early Registration Ends September 17th, 2023, 6pm
Registration closes September 28th, 2023 @ 9:00pm

Early Registration:
Ends Sept 17th, 6pm
1st Division - $65
Additional Divisions - $10 each additional

Registration:
Ends Sept 28th, 9pm
1st Division - $85
Additional Divisions - $10 each additional

Registration Cost on Friday Night or Saturday (day of the tournament)
Begins Sept 28th 9:01pm
1st Division - $125
Additional Divisions - $15 each additional

Registration Closes Thursday September 28th, 9pm

REGISTRATION AT THE DOOR WILL ASSESS AN ADDITIONAL FEE.

Pre - Registration Check in Under Black Belt
8am - 11:15am
(If you have already registered you will have to check in if under black belt by 11:00 am and be ready to compete by 11:30am. )

Judges/Coaches Meeting 8:30am

Black Belt Division Begin @ 9:30am
Under Black Belt divisions begin at 11:30am

SPECTATOR FEE
$5 for 7 yrs and over.
$0 for 6 yrs and under

THIS IS A NON-CONTACT TOURNAMENT
The printed rules clearly state: “Each contestant is responsible for the control of his/her techniques.” All competitors must wear protective equipment that is required by the referee counsel; gloves, helmet, mouth guard & groin protection (males). Other protective equipment can be worn as long as it is allowed by the chief referee. The wearing of the equipment is for the protection of the participants, NOT TO PROMOTE CONTACT. Contact violations will be given by the referee panel. 3 violations will result in disqualification. The Referee, with a majority vote, may elevate a contact violation if necessary, including up to disqualification. Any contestant maliciously causing injury to their opponent will be disqualified immediately and will be awarded Shikaku, exit from the tournament.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SPECIFIC DIVISIONS

Little Dragons divisions: these divisions are created for 4-, 5-, & 6-year-old competitors. Their divisions will consist of Kata, Kumite, and Blocker sparring. All competitors will stage at the same time regardless of the events they are competing in.
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Grand Champion divisions: these divisions are created to showcase the day’s best Black Belt competitors.

Adult Kata Grand Champion will consist of the winners in each category: Men & Women Black Belt Kata, Men & Women Senior Black Belt kata, & Black Belt Weapons.

Youth Kata Grand Champion will consist of the winners in each category: Youth Black Belt Kata (all ages), Youth Black Belt Weapons

Male Kumite Grand Champion will consist of the winners in each category: Adult Men’s Black Belt lightweight, middle weight, heavyweight, & Men Senior winner

Female Kumite Grand Champion will consist of the winners in each category: Adult Women’s Black Belt lightweight & heavyweight, & Women’s Senior winner

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Inclusive Categories:
Individuals that register to compete in this category can not compete in both Inclusive and Regular Divisions.
Individuals that are able to compete in the listed kata, kobudo, or kumite regular divisions are not eligible to compete in the Inclusive Divisions listed below.

Inclusive Divisions are only Basics & Kata:
• Group A: Competitors have full mobility of arms and legs (competitor can kick above the waist and extend arms fully
for hand techniques) or have a higher level of cognitive skills. Competitors perform patterns with assistance from
instructor/coach. Instructor/Coach assists from outside the ring.
• Group B: Competitors have limited mobility of arms and/or legs (do not kick above the waist, do not extend arms
fully for hand techniques) or have a lower level of cognitive skills. Competitors perform basis skills such as blocking,
striking and kicking techniques with direction from an instructor/ coach. Instructor/coach may be in the ring with
competitor and perform technique/form alongside of the competitor.
• Group C: Competitor compete in a wheelchair. Competitor performs techniques/ forms on their own.

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NEW DIVISION - Hero's Kata Division
Veteran, Military & First Responders Division
This division is available to our Hero's that have served in any branch of military, first responders, or Medical Staff at hospitals.
This division will only be for those that fit the description above.
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AWARDS
Medals will be awarded for all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in all kata, kobudo, and kumite divisions. Awards will be presented to the “Most Supportive School”. Beautiful awards for Grand Champion Kata & Kumite and Jr. Grand Champion Kata & Kumite.

Rank Description/Key:
Beginner = 0 - 1 yr experience
Novice = 1 - 2 yr experience
Intermediate = 2 - 4 yr experience
Advanced = Black Belt
*Divisions may be combined.
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Kumite Seminar with Sensei Casey Mills
Fundraiser
$30 per person
Friday September 29th, 2023
Time: 6pm - 7:15pm
Take Your Sparring Skills to the Next Level: Casey Mills Seminar and Treasure Valley Karate Invitational Tournament

Are you ready to elevate your Kumite game?
Then don't miss out on our upcoming seminar with 2x world championship gold medalist, 12x USA national team coach and current USA national team coach, Casey Mills.

During this exclusive event, Casey will share his top Kumite tactics, strategies and techniques to help you take your skills to the next level.
Plus, you'll have the chance to compete in the Treasure Valley Karate tournament the next day and put your skills to the test.

Online registration closes on Thursday September 28th at 9pm, so sign up now to secure your spot!