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REGULATIONS Group A 2018 WORLD WING CHUN OPEN COMPETITION FOSHAN, CHINA NOVEMBER 29 th – DECEMBER 3 rd 2018

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REGULATIONS Group A

2018 WORLD WING CHUN OPEN COMPETITIONFOSHAN, CHINA

NOVEMBER 29th – DECEMBER 3rd

2018

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2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition

REGULATIONS: Group A

The 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition (WWCC) is the inaugural international event for the discipline of

Wing Chun that is hosted by the International Wushu Federation. This event will provide a platform for

practitioners of Wing Chun of all ages and skill levels to compete solely within the style’s various practices on an

unprecedented scale.

Official regulations have been set for two groups of participants (Group A and Group B) due to different rules

among countries and Wing Chun schools worldwide. WWCC participants can choose to register in one (1) of

either Group A or Group B according to their own situation. These are the official regulations for Group A, which

will be based on international rules: for international athletes.

The Chinese Wushu Association is responsible for the organization of the 2018 World Wing Chun Open

Competition under the auspices of the IWUF.

A. DATE AND PLACEThe WWCC will be held from November 29th to December 3rd, 2018 in Foshan, Guangdong, China.

B. VENUES1. Competition Venue: Shi Shan Ti Yu Guan (Shi Shan Sports Stadium)

2. Opening & Closing Ceremony Venue: Shi Shan Shi Min Guang Chang (Shi Shan People’s Square)

C. COMPETITION EVENTSIn order to conform to the Wing Chun system, the competition events will include individual routine events,

choreographed sparring events, skill demonstration events and free combat events.

1. Individual Routine Events:

Individual Bare Hand Routine Events

Siu Nim Tao

Chum Kiu

Biu Jee

Individual Weapon Routine Events

Baat Jaam Do

Luk Dim Boon Kwan

2. Choreographed Sparring Events:

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Choreographed Chi Sao (Sticky Hands)

3. Skill Demonstration Events:

Muk Yan Jong (Wooden Dummy)

4. Free Combat Events:

Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting)

5. Four-Events Combined Overall Champion: ( Only open to the Group E age category athletes)

Individual Routine Event + Choreographed Sparring Event + Skill Demonstration Event Combined

+ Free Combat Event

D. QUALIFICATIONS1. All official & provisional IWUF Member Federations/Associations are qualified to participate in the

competition.

2. Only those Federations/Associations which have paid their IWUF annual membership fees for 2017 and

2018 will be permitted to participate in the competition.

3. New IWUF member federations may be invited to take part in the competition after their applications

have been accepted by the IWUF.

4. Participants from countries which do not have an IWUF recognized member federation, subject to IWUF

approval, may be permitted to participate.

E. PARTICIPATION METHODS1. Each country or region may enter one (1) team.

2. Each team may at most register:

One (1) head of delegation,

One (1) team leader,

One (1-2) coaches,

One (1) team doctor,

The number of athletes permitted is not limited.

NOTE: The limitation on the number of team leaders and coaches for each team is due to the fact that

the team leader and coaches of each team act in an official capacity representing the entire team from

a country/region. The team leader and coaches are the only representatives from a team that are

permitted to attend drawing of lots, technical meetings, and have the authority to deal with any official

matters relating to a team.

3. Each athlete may, at most, register to participate in four (4) events

4. Each competitor should bring along with them a valid Health Certificate issued within 30 days prior to the

start 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 with final

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registration. For participants under 18 years of age, the waiver of liabilities must be signed by the

competitor’s parent or legal guardian.

F. COMPETITION METHODS1. The competition rules applied will conform to the International Wushu Federation trial editions of its

“Wing Chun Routine Competition Judging Method( 2017) ” and “Wing Chun Mai San Jong (Free Fighting)

Judging Method (2018)” (Accredited by Wing Chun International Wushu Federation Grading System

Preparatory Committee,2018). An overview pertaining to the Mai San Jong (Free Fighting) event and the

Wing Chun Routine Scoring Method are included in the appendix within these regulations. When

disputes arise, the power to interpret any rules and regulations is vested in the Jury of Appeals.

2. Four-Events Combined Overall Champion placing method:

The total value for the four events combined comprises of the following:

40% for Individual Routine

10% for Chi Sao

10% for Wooden Dummy

40% for Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting)

G. EVENT TIME LIMITS1. Traditional wing chun bare hand routines and weapon routines must be executed in their entirety

without alteration and conform to the below time limits:

Individual Bare Hand Routine Events

Siu Nim Tao – Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

- The head judge will signal by blowing a whistle at the 1:30 mark

Chum Kiu – Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

- The head judge will signal by blowing a whistle at the 1:30 mark

Biu Jee – Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

- The head judge will signal by blowing a whistle at the 1:30 mark

Individual Weapon Routine Events

Baat Jaam Do - Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

- The head judge will signal by blowing a whistle at the 1:30 mark

Luk Dim Boon Kwan - Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

- The head judge will signal by blowing a whistle at the 1:30 mark

2. Choreographed Sparring Events shall be compiled and conform to the below time limits:

Choreographed Sparring Events:

Choreographed Chi Sao (Sticky Hands) - Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration (The

paired partners must be clearly indicated when registering)

3. Skill Demonstration Events shall conform to the below time limits:

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Skill Demonstration Events:

Muk Yan Jong (Wooden Dummy) - Between 1 and 2 minutes in total duration

4. The Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting) event will adopt the single knockout system. Each bout will

comprise of three (3) rounds in total. Each round will last for one (1) minute & thirty (30) seconds and will

have a one (1) minute rest in between rounds.

H. AGE CATEGORIES1. Age Categories for Individual Events

Category A: From 7 to 12 years of age (born between January 1st, 2007 and December 31st, 2011)

Category B: From 12 to 13 years of age (born between January 1st, 2005 and December 31st,

2006)

Category C: From 14 to 15 years of age (born between January 1st, 2003 and December 31st

2004)

Category D: From 16 to 17 years of age (born between January 1st 2001 and December 31st

2002)

Category E: From 18 to 39 years of age (born between January 1st 1979 and December 31st 2000)

Category F: From 40 to 50 years of age (born between January 1st 1968 and December 31st 1978)

Category G: From 51 to 59 years of age (born between January 1st 1959 and December 31st

1977)

Category H: 60 years of age and above (born before December 31st 1958)

I. WING CHUN FREE FIGHITNGWEIGHT DIVISIONS1. The Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting) Event is only open to the Category E age category athletes.

2. The weight divisions for male and female competitors respectively include:

48kg (≤48kg)

52kg (>48kg -≤52kg)

56kg (>52kg -≤56kg)

60kg (>56kg -≤60kg)

65kg (>60kg -≤65kg)

70Kg (> 65kg -≤70kg)

75kg (>70kg -≤75kg)

80kg (>75kg -≤80kg)

85kg (>80kg -≤85kg)

90kg (>85kg -≤90kg)

100kg (>90kg -≤100kg)

100kg + (>100Kg)

J. PLACING & AWARDS

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1. In general, each individual event within each age group (for men and women) will be awarded as follows:

1st place Gold Medal & Certificate

2nd place Silver Medal & Certificate

3rd place Bronze Medal & Certificate

4th – 8th place Certificate (Placing)

Following places Certificate (Merit)

2. In general, each combined overall champion event within each age group (for men and women) will be

awarded as follows:

1st place Gold Medal & Certificate

2nd place Silver Medal & Certificate

3rd place Bronze Medal & Certificate

4th – 8th place Certificate (Placing)

Following places Certificate (Merit)

3. The “Sportsmanship Award” may be awarded by the organizers based on their evaluation of participants.

K. ENTRIES1. 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 fully completed and signed waiver

of liabilities for each participant. The deadline for the final entry to be completed through the online

system is 24:00 (Beijing Time) on October 31st, 2018. Each team is required to print a copy of the

submitted entry and present it upon arrival and registration in Foshan. Those teams/participants from

countries/regions which do not have IWUF member federations/associations must contact the IWUF

regarding registration methods. The above deadline and stipulations apply to such teams as well

IWUF Secretariat

9 Huaweili, Chaoyang District, 100021 Beijing, China

Tel: +86 10 87774492

Email: [email protected]

www.iwuf.org

Chinese Wushu Association

No.3 Anding Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China

Tel: +86-10-64912153/+86-10-64912162

Email: [email protected]

www.wushu.com.cn

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2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition Organizing Committee

No. 25, Leyuan 2 Rd., Luo Cun, Shi Shan Zhen, Nanhai Qu, Foshan, Guangdong 528226

Contacts: Ms. Zhang, Mr. Chen, Mr. Ye

Email: [email protected]

2. IWUF Online Registration System URL: http://iwuf.justtool.com/

Inquiries: MSN: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +86-757 83991970

Fax: +86-757 83991970

Company: China Cathay Information Technologies Co., Ltd.

3. 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.

L. ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION1. All participating teams are required to arrive at the designated registration booth and register with the

Organizing Committee at their respective hotel in Foshan, Guangdong, China no later than 24:00

(Beijing Time) on November 29th, 2018.

All participating judges are required to arrive at the designated registration booth and register with the

Organizing Committee at their respective hotel in Foshan, Guangdong, China no later than 24:00

(Beijing Time) on November 29th, 2018. Participating teams that do not arrive and register by the

deadline may be denied participation in the event. Participants may register to arrive prior to or on the

above stipulated deadline, and will charged in accordance with their submitted booking and registration.

Participants who arrive following the deadline will be charged the daily rate for each participant in

accordance with their submitted registration and booking irrespective of when the participants actually

arrive.

2. Upon arrival, all teams are required to submit the following to the organizing committee:

One (1) x colour ID photo per participant

One (1) x passport photocopy per participant

Each participant’s completed and signed original waiver of liabilities

3. All participating teams are required to submit their full and final arrival and departure flight details

through the IWUF Online Registration System at the same time as their final entries.

4. Information about transportation to Official Hotels in Foshan:

The distance between the official hotels and the Baiyun Airport which international participants will

travel to is approximately 60 km. the organizing committee will have a reception booth at Baiyun

Airport. Upon arrival, volunteers will assist teams to board the buses/cabs etc. to the relevant

official hotel. The travel time by vehicles mentioned above between the hotels and Baiyun Airport

is approximately 1 hour. Participants should bear this in mind when arranging their transportation

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back to the relevant airport. The details of the official hotels are listed below.

For those participants who require transportation from and to Baiyun Airport, The additional

charges for this as stipulated in appendix 3 shall be borne by the participating teams themselves.

5. Official Hotel Information:

Nanhai Jiayi International Hotel

Address: No. 55, Bo’ai Middle Road, Shishan Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City, China

Website: http://www.classical-hotel.cn/

Tel:+86 -757-86658888

Aloft - Foshan Yalexuan Hotel

Address: Bo’ai Road,Nanhai District, Foshan City, China

Website: http://www.guanghotel.cn/hotel/hotel_index.asp?hotelid=32574

Tel:+86-757-88788888

Element Foshan Nanhai - Foshan Nanhai Yuansu Hotel

Address: No. 57 Bo’ai Mid Road, Shishan Town, Nanhai District,Foshan City, 528225 China

Website: https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/fuoel-element-foshan-nanhai/

Tel: +86-757-89958888

M. FINANCIAL CONDITIONS1. The international airfare and all related travel expenses (including local buses, train tickets etc), as well

as accommodation/participation fees of all participants shall be borne by the teams themselves.

Participating teams are required to pay the relevant participation fees to the organizing committee by

international bank transfer simultaneously with their final entry submission. The

accommodation/participation fees for Athletes, Team Officials & Observers are as follows:

- USD $80 per person per day (double occupancy room)

- USD $100 per person per day (single occupancy room)

The above stipulated fees include meals, accommodation, event participation and local transportation

during the event between the hotel and the venue.

The participation fee included contains participation in 4 events – for any additional events, the fee is an

additional CNY150 per person per event. Those requiring airport pick up individually on arrival are required

to book this in line with their flight details and pay the additional fee (as attached in appendix 3). All

submitted fees are non-refundable.

2. Payment Method

Participating teams are required to pay the relevant participation fees and registration fees (if

applicable) 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 Foshan by the

team leader.

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Organizing Committee Banking Details

o Bank Name: Industrial & Commercial Bank of China – Guangzhou Provincial Branch,

Banking Dept.

o Bank Address: ICBC Tower, 29 Da Sha Tou Road, Guangzhou, 510100, Guangdong,

China

o Account Name: Yuan Yu Lan

o Account Number: 6222083602018778768

o Swift Code: ICBKCNBJGDG

N. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS1. The IWUF Wing Chun Grading Preparatory Committee will hold a Wing Chun routine & a Mai San Jong

(Wing Chun Free Fighting) judges training course on November 30th, 2018 in Shishan. (Further details to

be circulated)

Participants who wish to serve as Wing Chun Routine judges and/or Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free

Fighting) judges during the event are required to participate in the relevant training course. All such

participants are required to meet the following requirements:

All participants must have practiced Wing Chun for a minimum period of 5 years. A letter of

confirmation from a school or recognized Wing Chun master stating this is required to be submitted

for entry.

All participants must be fluent in English and/or Chinese

All participants must be in good physical condition.

2. The course fee is RMB 200.00 per person, which must be paid on arrival and registration at the course.

3. All serving judges, totaling 15-20 people, will be appointed by the International Wushu Federation

following evaluation during the judges training course. Those judges appointed to officiate during the

competition will be provided accommodation and all meals free of charge during the event by the

organizing committee. Those participants who are not appointed to officiate during the competition will

be required to pay the daily rate as other participants in line with the financial conditions stipulated

within these regulations.

4. All participants must be submitted to the course by their respective IWUF Member

Federations/Associations when completing their final entry through the online registration system.

5. The number of participation slots is limited to thirty (30) people in total and will be based on a “first

come, first serve” basis through the registration system.

O. WEIGHING-INThe weighing-in for Mai San Jong athletes will take place at 07:00 (Foshan Time) on November 30th, 2018.

P. TECHNICAL MEETINGAll team leaders and coaches are requested to attend the Technical Meeting on the 30th of November, 2018 at

14:00. The location for this meeting will be circulated in due course.

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Q. OTHER MATTERS1. All participants are required to obtain Life Accidental Injury Insurance Certificate and full medical

coverage (country or region) for the duration of the event.

2. Following arrival, the organizing committee’s medical supervisor has the right to check the athlete’s

physical health condition and should it be deemed that an athlete is not healthy or fit to compete, his

or her participation eligibility will be canceled.

3. All athletes are required to attend the initial roll call thirty (30) minutes prior to the start of their

competition event, and be present for all subsequent roll calls. Failure to be present for 3 roll calls will

result in forfeit.

4. Following arrival, all teams are requested to carefully check the competition event draw and order lists.

Should there be any objections regarding the competition events, participant names, the participant in

question or the designated team leader must complete and submit the signed relevant correction form

to the organizing committee before 09:30 on the 30th of November 2018. The Chief Scheduler/Recorder

will check the original submitted registration and should there be a discrepancy between the two, the

information will be amended. Should there be no discrepancy, no amendment will be made.

5. Should, in special circumstances, an athlete’s registered event require changing, the designated team

leader or coach must complete and submit the signed relevant correction form to the organizing

committee before 09:30 on the 30th of November 2018. Following confirmation of amendment, a fee of

US$20 (twenty us dollars) must be paid for each change.

6. Information related to issues not covered in this document will be circulated in due course.

R. COSTUMES & EQUIPMENT1. Competitors shall wear traditional wushu competition costumes and shoes during all events. All

competition costumes, shoes and weaponry must be provided by the competitors themselves.

2. Wooden dummies will be provided by the organizing committee.

3. Competitors participating in the Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting) event are required to wear dark

colored long sport trousers and possess their own gum guard and groin cup. All other mandatory

protective gear will be provided by the organizing committee. (see appendix for details)

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GENERAL PROGRAM(Group A)

DATE TIME CONTENT VENUE COMMENTS

November29th

Whole DayJudges Arrival

Teams Arrival & RegistrationHotels

November30th

07:0014:00

Mai San Jong Weigh-InTechnical Meeting

Wing Chun Judges Training CourseTBA

14:00 to17:00

Athletes Training at Venue Shi Shan Ti YuGuan

19:30 Opening CeremonyShi Shan Shi MinGuang Chang

December1st

09:00 to11:30

Competition Shi Shan Ti YuGuan

14:30 to17:30

Competition Shi Shan Ti YuGuan

December2nd

09:00 to11:30

Competition Shi Shan Ti YuGuan

9:00 to 12:00Forum: Standardization & Globalization of

Wing Chun Kung fuTBA

14:30 to17:30

1. Competition

2. Closing Ceremony

Shi Shan Ti YuGuan

Shi Shan Shi MinGuang Chang

December3rd All Day

Departure

NOTE: Subject to change without notice

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WAIVER OF LIABILITIES

Federation: __________________________________________

Name of Participant: __________________________________________

Date of Birth: __________________________________________

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 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition.

The 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition is hosted by International Wushu Federation (IWUF) and organized by Chinese Wushu

Association; hereafter IWUF and Chinese Wushu Association collectively refer 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 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition. 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 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition. 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. I agree that I will conduct myself in a professional

and courteous manner at all times and to be subject to penalties and sanctions for violations related thereto. 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 2018 World Wing Chun Open Competition 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 Parent or Legal Guardian is required if participant is under 18)

_____________________________________________

Signature of Participant/Parent/Legal Guardian

Date:__________________ Name of Parent/Legal guardian (if applicable):___________________________

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APPENDIX 1(Subject to Change Without Notice)

Mai San Jong (Wing Chun Free Fighting)

Costumes & Equipment1. All competitors shall wear approved competition costumes and protective gear.2. Each competitor is required to possess two (2) sets of competition costumes: one set in blackand one set in red3. Approved competition costumes for both men and women includes a short sleeve t-shirt andathletic pants (shorts are not permitted). The t-shirt and athletic pants will be of the same color,namely black or red. Competitors will not wear any shoes during a bout.4. Each competitor is required to possess their own mouth guard and jockstrap (to be worn undertheir athletic pants).5. Approved protective gear includes head protector (without face shield), 6-8oz open gloves withexposed fingers, chest protector, shin-instep protectors. These will be provided by the organizingcommittee.

Permitted & Prohibited Methods, Scoring Standards & Penalties

Permitted Methods1. Techniques permitted include striking with the fist, palm or elbow and kicking, includingtakedowns.2. Simultaneous grab and release of both arms and/or legs is permitted for trapping and quick takedowns.3. Sweeping (not kicking) of the feet and lower legs for takedowns.

Prohibited Methods1. Attacking with the head, the fingers, or by putting pressure on the joints of the opponent in anadverse direction.2. Clinching or wrestling3. More than one (1) strikes to the head.4. Elbowing to the head5. Foot stomping or kicking above the shoulder.6. Stomping or kicking to the joints (knee)7. Spinning or uncontrolled techniques

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8. Attacking a downed opponent by any means.

Valid Target Areas1. The head, the torso and the thighs are valid target areas.

Prohibited Target Areas1. The back of head, the throat, the neck, the knees, the entire back of the opponent, and thecrotch are prohibited target areas.

Scoring Criteria1. Scoring two (2) points:1.1 When a competitor's opponent steps off the platform with both feet, his or her opponent willbe awarded two (2) points.1.2 A competitor will be awarded two (2) points if his or her opponent falls down or one handtouches the platform while he or she remains balanced on at least one foot.1.3 A competitor who simultaneously traps and/or counters an opponent with a techniquefollowed by an attack utilizing a straight punch or take down or successfully takes his/her opponentoff the platform will be awarded two (2) points.1.4 A competitor who successfully lands a front kick to the torso of his or her opponent withoutbeing countered will be awarded two (2) points.1.5 When a competitor is issued a personal foul, his or her opponent will be awarded two (2) points.

2. Scoring one (1) points:2.1 When a competitor's opponent steps off the platform with one foot, his or her opponent will beawarded one (1) point.2.2 A competitor who hits his or her opponent on the torso or the head with a valid strikingtechnique will be awarded one (1) point.2.3 A competitor who hits his or her opponent on the torso with a valid elbow, or kicking techniquewill be awarded one (1) point.2.4 When a competitor executes a round kick to the body or a circular punch (hook) to the headand fails to succesfully score, his or her opponent will be awarded one (1) point.2.5 When a competitor is ordered to attack and fails to do so within five (5) seconds; his or heropponent will be awarded 1 point.2.6 When a competitor is issued an admonishment, his or her opponent will be awarded one (1)point.

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3. No points will be awarded:3.1 When a technique employed is not clear and lacks effect, no points will be awarded.3.2 When competitors are exchanging strikes and there is no clear successfully targeted strike byeither competitor no points will be awarded.3.3 For strikes or kicks to the thighs, although allowed.3.4 When both competitors fall off the platform, or both down, no points will be awarded.

4. Technical Penalty:4.1 Failed attempts to clearly take down an opponent.4.2 Holding/clinching/grappling other than grabbing for a quick controlled release4.3 Passive evasion.

5. Personal Fouls:5.1 Attacking the opponent before the call of "Kaishi (Start)!” or after the call of "Ting (Stop)!”.5.2 Striking or kicking a prohibited target area.5.3 Striking or kicking the opponent utilizing a prohibited method.5.4 Deliberately injuring the opponent outside the scope of competition5.5 Calling for a time-out when in a disadvantageous position.5.6 Intentionally delaying the bout.5.7 Showing disrespect to or disobeying the orders of the judges and referees during a bout.5.8 Failure to wear a gum guard, or spitting it out; or a competitor’s gear comes loose or comes off.5.9 Failure to display competition etiquette.

6. Penalties:6.1 An admonition will be issued for a technical penalty.6.2 A warning will be issued for a personal foul.6.3 A competitor with two (2) personal fouls will be disqualified from the bout.6.4 A competitor who deliberately injures his or her opponent will be disqualified from the entirecompetition, with all results achieved that far invalidated.6.5 A competitor who utilizes prohibited substances and/or inhales oxygen during the rest periodswill be disqualified from the entire competition, with all results achieved that far invalidated.

7. Match StoppageA match will not stop if a competitor steps of the contest area with one foot and immediately stepsback on the contest area. A match will not stop during a quick reset.

A match will be stopped when:

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7.1.1 When a competitor is awarded two (2) points.

A match will be stopped along with time when:7.2.1 When a competitor is being issued a technical penalty or personal foul.7.2.2When a competitor is injured.7.2.3 A competitor fails to attack for five (5) seconds after being ordered to do so.7.2.4 When a competitor raises his hand to request a time-out.7.2.5 When the head judge corrects a misjudgment or omission.7.2.6 When a problem arises or there is a dangerous situation on the platform.7.2.7 Due to lighting, field of play, problems with the electronic scoring system etc. and relatedissues effecting the competition.

8. Competition Area8.1 Mai San Jong competition shall take place on an IWUF approved Wing Chun Mai San Jongcompetition platform which comprises of a frame with a plywood surface upon which is a layer ofEVA foam which is covered by a high-quality PU leather canvas. The competition area comprises ofa contest area and a perimeter area. The contest area shall have a flat surface without anyobstructing projections. The contest area is blue in color and is 10 feet in length by 10 feet and hasa height of 6 inches demarcated on all 4 sides by a yellow line which is 2 inches thick. The perimeterarea is red in color and comprises of a matted area which is 4 feet in width surrounding the contestarea on all four sides. At the center of the contest area surface is the IWUF logo which is 120centimeters in diameter.8.2 When competitors begin the bout they will have at least one heel touching the edge of eitherside of the platform while facing one another and commence the bout on the platform referees callto start. This will occur each time the match is stopped for indication of two (2) point scoring orother safety concerns.8.3 The platform referee shall stay off the platform and remain in the perimeter area and only enterthe contest area to commence, re-commence or to halt a bout.

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Fig.1 - Wing Chun Mai San Jong Competition Area

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APPENDIX 2(Subject to Change Without Notice)

WING CHUN ROUTINE SCORINGMETHOD AND CRITERIA

Article 26 Methods and Standard of Scoring

26.1 Total full mark of any individual item is 10. The result of the competitor will be classifiedinto 9 tiers in 3 grades; 1) distinction: 8.50 to 10.00; 2) Credit; 7.00 to 8.49 and 3) Pass; 5.00to 6.99 as per Table 1 attached. The calculation is on deduction basis.

26.2 Score Awarding Criteria

1) Referee will, according to the total performance of the competitor, judge the overallgrade of the competitor as specified in 3.1 above. Based on the total score the refereewill further deduct “deduction due to other error as specified in the schedule of therules”. The referee may make deduction up to 2 decimal point ranging from 0.01 to 0.09.

2) Confirmation of score

(1) When there are 3 judges, the average score will be the final score of the athlete.

(2) When there are 4 or 5 judges, the highest and the lowest mark will not be takeninto calculation. Thence, the average score of the other 3 judges will be the finalscore of the competitor. All scores will be counted up to 2 decimal points.

3) Head Referee’s Adjustment

While it appears that there is obvious unreasonable situation in calculating the score,the Head Referee has the authority to make adjustment on the score either byincrement or reduction within the range from 0.01 to 0.05.

4) Final Score

The ultimate score after the Head Referee’s adjustment is the final score of thecompetitor.

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26.3 Criteria for Awarding Score

1) Grades and sub-grades:

Three grades and nine sub-grades will be given according to the following scores:(Excellence: 8.5-10marks) (Good: 7-8.49 marks) (Average: 5-6.99 marks) (See table1)

Overall requirements (for reference)

(1) The competitor, during his performance, should be able to express the uniquefeature and main techniques of Wing Chun “correctly” and in “standard motion”.(35% of the total scores).

(2) Smoothness of movement and body coordination (with or without weapon) andmastering of correct power. The total score of this part is 35%.

(3) Proper rhythm which can correctly express the character of that set form.

(4) Appropriate schedule and arrangement for the whole set. It should be consistentand structured with emphasis on the technical style.

(5) In group performance, matching within the team and coordination

The total score from (3) to (5) will be 30%.

(6) Competitors should finish the performance within the time limit.

2) Score Deduction for Other Error (see table 2) (after giving overall score, deduction willbe further made according to error)

3) Head Referee will monitor the referee’s execution.

(1) Over or Under the Time Limit

1. Under the minimum time requirement for less than 2 seconds, 0.1 points willbe deducted from the total score.

2. Under the minimum time requirement for more than 2 seconds but within 4seconds, 0.2 point will be deducted from the total score

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3. Under minimum time requirement for more than 4 seconds, 0.3 point will bededucted from the total score. The maximum deduction is. 0.3 point.

4. Exceed the maximum time limit for not over 5 seconds, 0.1 point will bededucted from the total score.

5. Exceed the maximum time limit for more than 5 seconds; 0.2 points will bededucted from the total score.

6. Exceed the maximum time limit for more than 10 seconds; 0.3 points will bededucted from the total score.

7. The Head Referee will ask the competitor to stop performance if 0.3 point hasalready been deducted.

2) 0.1 point will be deducted for any single error

3) If the competitor is unable to complete the set form for a subjective reason, thecompetitor may restart on the approval of the Head Referee. However, 0.1 point will bededucted from the total score.

If the competitor is unable to complete the set form for an objective reason, thecompetitor may do his performance again and no deduction will be made. Thiscompetitor may re-do his performance at the end of the contest.

4) If the number of participants of group competition does not achieve the requirement ofthe competition, 0.5 points will be deducted for every person short of the requirement.

5) If the athlete does not give a salute before starting and after finishing, 0.1 will bededucted.

Article 27 Competition Criteria

27.1 Criteria

The full marks of the performance are ten marks. Participants will be given scores accordingto the “Criteria and general requirement of To-Lo performance”, along with the comparisonof participants’ other performance in competition. Referee can give marks to the seconddecimal place.

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27.2 Grading standard

Three grades and nine sub-grades will be given according to the following scores:(Excellence: 8.5-10marks) (Good: 7-8.49 marks) (Average: 5-6.99 marks) (See table1) (Thisgrading is just for information with no material effect on score)

General Requirement of To-Lo Performance:

(1) The main gist of Wing Chun is overcoming hardness by flexibility with the integration ofother branches of martial arts.

(2) Different styles of martial arts can be utilized with the uniqueness of Wing Chun.

(3) Organization, content, skills, interaction and theme of Wing Chun will be counted ascriteria of performance.

(4) If background music is used, the music should be closely related to the theme andperformance.

Article 28 Show of the Final Score

28.1 Referee will show the score awarded to the competitor publicly and the Head Referee willshow the final score.

28.2 Alternatively, the referee may submit their assessment to the Head Referee and the HeadReferee will show the final score.

Article 29 Others

The Competition Committee may from time to time adjust or amend the rules depending on theneeds of the actual situation.

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Table 1 Criteria for Assessment

Class Grade Marks

ExcellentUpper Grade 1 9.50 -10.00Middle Grade 2 9.00- 9.49Lower Grade 3 8.50 – 8.99

CreditUpper Grade 4 8.00 – 8.49Middle Grade 5 7.50 – 7.99Lower Grade 6 7.00 – 7.49

PassUpper Grade 7 6.50 – 6.99Middle Grade 8 6.00 – 6.49Lower Grade 9 5.00 – 5.99

Table 2 Deduction for Other Error

Types of errorDeduction Criteria

0.1 point 0.2 point 0.3 point

Dress or ornamentaffecting actionsForget to salute

1. Did not give the salute2. Split of dress or button3. Ornament fall on floor4. Shoes come off

N/A N/A

Weapons

1. Touches the ground2. Loose handle3. Touches body4. Deformed

N/A1.Broken2. Falls on the ground

Beyond the line Any part of the body N/A N/A

Loss Balance1) Shaking of upper body2) Jumping of leg

use hand, leg, knee,elbow and weapon to

support body

Fall on the ground (hands,shoulder, head, trunk or hip

touch on the ground )

Missing Missing once N/A N/A

Remark: Deduction will be made in accumulation for every single error.

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APPENDIX 3Airport Transportation Price List

Teams or participants which require transportation between the airport and the official hotel mayarrange this from the organizing committee and it should be booked through the online registrationsystem when submitting the final entry. The costs for this are stipulated below in United StatesDollars (USD $) and these costs shall be borne by the teams/participants themselves in addition tothe participation fees.

AirportPick-up

(From/To)

5Seat Car

7Seat MPV

23Seat Bus

33-37Seat Bus

39-45Seat Bus

BaiyunAirport

65 USD/One-Way 87USD/ One-Way 130 USD/

One-Way145 USD/One-Way

160 USD/One-Way

NOTE: distance between Baiyun Airport to Hotels is around 60 Kilometers.