26 TH ANNUAL SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES KENDO FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIP

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1 26 TH ANNUAL SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES KENDO FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIP HOSTED BY THE CHARLOTTE KENDO CLUB NOVEMBER 7, 2015 CAROLINA COURTS CHESTNUT PKWY - INDIAN TRAIL NC Honored Guests, Sensei and my fellow Kenshi I want to Welcome you to the 26th Southeastern United States Kendo Federation Championships in beautiful Indian Trail, North Carolina. I am pleased to announce that we will have many kenshi participating today who have traveled from all over the southeast region and some from outside the federation to compete in today s tournament. I would like to offer a special Thank You to Kunitoshi Arai sensei who has graciously agreed to lead today s event as the Shinpancho (Chief Judge). I look forward to this tournament every year and from the many familiar faces I see, it looks like you do also. This is where our practice is put to the test. I encourage you to do your best, fight with the spirit that we each know we have in us. Fight with the heart of those long ago and not so long ago samurai. Most of all fight with Respect, for the judges and for your opponent. It doesn t matter the outcome of your matches. You should learn, take that experience back to your dojo to practice, and come back next year more determined. We here at the Charlotte Kendo Club are celebrating our 29th year since Ken Strawn sensei formed the club and we are excited and honored to be able to host this wonderful event. In these many years as a kendo family we have grown and we have many members and volunteers helping to make this tournament a success. To them I say a special THANK YOU because without you, this day would not have been possible. I wish you all Success in your upcoming events! Gambatte!! Sincerely, Craig Philbeck Charlotte Kendo Club President

2 TOURNAMENT INFORMATION DATE: Saturday, November 7, 2015 (If you would like to assist in the court setup the previous night you are welcome to help starting from 6PM-8PM.) VENUE: Carolina Courts 240 Chestnut Parkway Indian Trail, NC (704) NO OUTSIDE FOOD ALLOWED IN THE GYM. THINGS CAN BE PURCHASED AT AN ONSITE RESTAURANT. INDIVIDUAL WATERS AND GATORADES ARE ALLOWED. TIME: 8:00 am Doors Open/Check-in 8:30 am Opening Ceremony 9:00 am Shimpan Meeting; Court Personnel report to court 9:15 am Start of Tournament Lunch There will be a 30 minute break for lunch after youth, women, and mudansha finish competing. 5:30 pm Close of Tournament/Awards Ceremony 8:00 pm Banquet DIVISIONS: Youth A (age 12 and younger) Youth B (age 13 to 15) Youth C (age 16 to 18) Mudansha (No rank through 1 kyu, age 16 and older) Women 1 dan - 3 dan 4 dan and above Senior (any rank, age 50 and older) Team (5-persons, up to 3 teams per dojo, teams may not overlap) HOTEL: Sleep Inn 9900 Matthews Park Drive Matthews, NC GM. NC032@choicehotels.com 21 Rooms have been blocked off at a rate of $ King Bed, No Smoking 10-2 Queen Bed, No Smoking Group code for discount is KENDO Reservation cutoff date is Wednesday, October 16, 2015 BANQUET VENUE: Fujimi Japanese Steakhouse Matthews Festival Shopping Center East Independence Blvd Matthews NC Please arrive at 8PM. Service will begin around 8:30PM. We will have chicken, steak, rice, vegetables, noodles and egg rolls with drinks being water or sweet/unsweetened tea (Other options are available at additional cost to attendee.)

3 TOURNAMENT AND PROMOTION REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION TOURNAMENT PARTICIPANTS: There are 5 tournament-related forms in this package. Each individual competitor must complete and submit to Dojo/Club Representative: Form 1 - Tournament Registration Form (please see special information below related to mixed-teams for Team Competition) Form 2 - Payment Form Form 3 - Liability Waiver Form Dojo/Club Representatives are to complete: Form 4 - Dojo Representative Form Form 5 - Team Division Roster Form ATTENTION 3 DAN AND ABOVE: All 3 dan and above will be assigned a court to assist with judging. ATTENTION PROMOTION EXAM CANDIDATES: Ensure you complete Form 3 (Liability Waiver Form) from Section 1, and all promotion exam registration materials in Section 2 (Promotion Registration Information). Pay special attention to specific instructions related to testing/menjo fees. Please complete and submit all promotion exam - related forms and checks to your Dojo/Club Representative. Reminder: The new Bokuto Ni Yoru Kendo Kihon-Waza Keiko-Ho will be required at this promotion for the following ranks: 4 kyu need to know kyu need to know kyu need to know 1 9 ATTENTION DOJO/CLUB REPRESENTATIVE: Please submit ONE packet to include both Tournament and Promotion Exam materials. Please submit ONE check for Tournament Fees AND Promotion Exam Fees (excluding Menjo Fees) for your entire group (check payable to Charlotte Kendo Club) For Menjo fees, each individual candidate should submit a separate individual check (payable to Charlotte Kendo Club) (unsuccessful candidates menjo fee checks will be destroyed.) Please try your best to keep Tournament materials and Promotion materials separate in your group package. Please complete and include Form 4 (Dojo Representative Form) Please complete and include Form 5 (Team Division Roster). You may submit an updated Team Roster at check-in on the day of the tournament. Please ensure your math is correct! Complete Registration Packet (all individual tournament registration forms, individual promotion exam forms, promotion written exams, one group check for tournament and promotion fees, and individual checks for menjo fees) mailed to: JESSE DOTSON REDCLIFF DRIVE, APT. K HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078

4 TOURNAMENT AND PROMOTION REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED For any questions, please ALL tournament coordinators: Craig Philbeck: Jason Reeves: Jesse Dotson: For very time-critical questions, contact phone numbers: Craig Philbeck: Jason Reeves: Jesse Dotson: SPECIAL NOTE: We request very kindly for no exceptions to the registration process, but if it is very necessary, or if you are in a special circumstance that would necessitate an exception, please just the tournament coordinators so as to limit any confusion. MIXED TEAM INFO: Individuals or small groups who wish to form a mixed team for Team Division competition are highly encouraged to coordinate with each other prior to the registration deadline. Please feel free to scribble notes on the TEAM DIVISION ROSTER (Form 5) to help us understand what s trying to be coordinated since cross-dojo teams can sometimes get confusing. You will still be able to submit and updated Roster by check-in to formalize the order of your team members. TASUKI AND SHIMPANKI: All competitors are requested to bring your own tasuki (white and red competitor flags) and all shimpan are requested to bring your own shimpanki (shimpan flags) Thank you!

5 SECTION 1 TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION FORM (1 of 5) DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 21, 2015 NAME: AGE AT TIME OF EVENT: CURRENT RANK: GENDER: M / F (3 dan+ will be expected to assist with shimpan duty) ADDRESS: PHONE: DOJO/CLUB and REPRESENTATIVE: DIVISIONS (Check up to 3, not including Team Division): YOUTH A (age 12 and younger) MUDANSHA (age 16 and older) YOUTH B (age 13 through 15) 1 DAN - 3 DAN YOUTH C (age 16 through 18) 4 DAN and above WOMEN SENIOR (age 50+) TEAM (5-person team, max 3 teams per dojo; please see Form 5 to be completed by Dojo Representative)

6 PAYMENT FORM (2 of 5) TOURNAMENT FEE: SEUSKF members - $35 Non-SEUSKF members - $40 NOTE: If you are paying Tournament fee for an additional person(s), please fill out a separate registration packet for each person(s) PROMOTIONAL EXAM FEE: 2 kyu and below - $20 1 kyu and above - $30 NOTE: If you are paying Promotion fee for an additional person(s), please fill out a separate registration packet for each person(s) MENJO FEE: $10 - New Rank; any kyu, age 17 and under $20 - New Rank; any kyu, age 18 and older $30 - New Rank 1 dan $40 - New Rank 2 dan $60 - New Rank 3 dan $80 - New Rank 4 dan $ $ $ LUNCH ~ $8 each (shimpan receive one free lunch) Please indicate which lunch and how many (of each): Pork Barbeque Sandwich Chicken Barbeque Sandwich Served with chips and a Drink (Coke Product) or Sweet/Unsweet Tea Total Number of Lunches x $8 $ Free SHIMPAN Lunch, please indicate type (Pork or Chicken): DINNER BANQUET ~ $25 each for adults. $19 each for kids 12 and under. Total Number of Adult Dinner Tickets x $25 Total Number of Kids Dinner Tickets x $19 TOTAL FEES SUBMITTED $ $ $ SPECIAL NOTE: Commemorative T-Shirts have not yet been completed but should be available for purchase at the event. We anticipate M/L/XL/XXL T-shirts will cost $15. All prices are subject to change.

7 ALL PARTICIPANTS FOR TOURNAMENT AND/OR PROMOTION EXAM MUST COMPLETE THIS FORM LIABILITY WAIVER FORM (3 of 5) PARTICIPANT: Include Parent/Legal Guardian s Name for participants under 18 years of age ADDRESS: PHONE: EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (NAME AND TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)) I, for myself and/or as the parent or legal guardian of the person identified as Participant, above, intending to be legally bound, do hereby, for myself, heirs, executors, and administrators, waive, release, and forever discharge any claims for damages which I may incur, or which may hereafter accrue to me against Charlotte Kendo Club, Southeastern U.S. Kendo Federation (SEUSKF), All U.S. Kendo Federation (AUSKF), and Carolina Courts, their Directors and Officers, for all, or any damages which may be sustained or suffered by me in connection with my participation in, or arising out of transportation to and from participation in the 26th Southeastern United States Kendo Federation tournament and promotional exam (hereafter referred to as Event ) to take place on the weekend of November 7, I attest and verify that I have trained sufficiently to participate in this Event, that I am in good health, and that by participating in the Event, I assume all risks of injury, up to and including death. I also attest that I have full knowledge of, and will abide by, the rules, regulations and procedures of the Event, Carolina Courts, the International Kendo Federation (FIK), AUSKF, and SEUSKF. Where the participant is a minor, I, the parent or legal guardian of said participant, do agree to the above waiver on behalf of said participant, and give my permission to Charlotte Kendo Club or SEUSKF or Carolina Courts to seek medical attention for the participant in the event of sickness or injury. PRINTED NAME OF PARTICIPANT: SIGNATURE OF PARTICIPANT: DATE: SIGNATURE OF PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN: DATE:

8 DOJO REPRESENTATIVE FORM (4 of 5) Please appoint a dojo representative to include in your dojo s registration packet. The dojo representative can check in all competitors Saturday at the gym. NAME PHONE: DOJO: Dojo representatives are requested to supply a list of people that can help with court duties. These duties include timekeeper, scorekeeper, runner, affix and remove tasuki, etc. Individual assignments will be determined and individuals may be contacted approximately a week before the event. The more volunteers we have, the easier it will be for everyone, so please encourage people to help, and give them some instruction on job tasks prior to the tournament.

9 THIS FORM SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION PACKET. AN UPDATED ROSTER MAY BE SUBMITTED AT CHECK-IN. TEAM DIVISION ROSTER FORM (5 of 5) TEAM NAME (use A, B, or C, if applicable): 1. SENPO 2. JIHO 3. CHUKEN 4. FUKUSHO 5. TAISHO * Registration is limited to 3 teams per dojo * All Team Rosters must be submitted prior to competition (no later than tournament check-in). One substitute is allowed in case of injury or inability to play match. INFO for PARTIAL TEAMS: 3-man team roster is required to utilize SENPO, CHUKEN, and TAISHO 4-man team roster is required to utilize SENPO, CHUKEN, FUKUSHO, and TAISHO INFO for MIXED TEAMS: Individuals or small groups who wish to form a mixed team for Team Division competition are highly encouraged to coordinate with each other prior to the registration deadline. Please feel free to scribble notes on this page to help us understand what s trying to be coordinated since cross-dojo teams can sometimes get confusing. You will still be able to submit an UPDATED Roster by check-in to formalize the order of your team members.

10 SECTION 2 PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 21, 2015 NAME: Sunday, November 8, 2014 VENUE: Carolina Courts 240 Chestnut Parkway Indian Trail, NC (704) TIME: 8:00 AM Doors Open/Registration 9:00 AM Examination Begins 4:30 PM Gym must be vacated by this time EXAMINATION FEE: (THIS FEE SHOULD BE PAID TO DOJO REPRESENTATIVES) $20-2 kyu and below $30-1 kyu and below REMINDER for Dojo Representative: All Promotion Exam fees should be included in the one check you submit for all Tournament/Promotion fees for you group. MENJO FEE: (This should be a separate, individual check from YOU. Payable to CHARLOTTE KENDO CLUB. Your Dojo Representative will include your check with the group registration packet) $10 - New Rank; any kyu, age 17 and under $20 - New Rank; any kyu, age 18 and older $30 - New Rank 1 dan $40 - New Rank 2 dan $60 - New Rank 3 dan $80 - New Rank 4 dan * If promotional exam is not successful, you menjo fee check will be destroyed. ** MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS THE SAME YOU USED TO REGISTER WITH AUSKF. FAILURE TO GET THIS CORRECT CAN RESULT IN DELAYS GETTING YOUR MENJO ** IF YOUR AUSKF DUES ARE NOT UP TO DATE, YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TEST

11 Name: Kanji: (Last) (First) (MI) Address: (Street) (Apt #) (City) (State) (Zip Code) Telephone: Age: Date of Birth: (Month, Day, Year) address: Dojo: Height: Weight: Present Rank: Date Received: Where Received: (If outside the SEUSKF, you must attach a copy of your menjo) Rank Requesting: Is this exam for kata only? (yes/no) If "Yes", did you pass the Kendo portion? (When & Where) How long have you studied kendo? The above statements are true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge Applicant signature Parent or Guardian signature (if under 18) Remarks of recommendation by Instructor: Rank recommended by Instructor: Instructors Name: (Print) Instructors signature: Date: (sign) (M\D\Y) Test Fees (separate from menjo fee): $20 (2 Kyu and below); $30 (1 Kyu and above) Please print clearly! Menjo certificate will be taken from this application form. Attach copy of previous menjo if last rank was received outside the SEUSKF

12 SECTION 2 PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION Please be sure to write a full, thoughtful response; not just a couple of sentences. On your written examination form, include your full NAME, the rank you are attempting, and your AUSKF ID#. Submit your written examination along with your testing application. (No written examinations will be collected on the day of the test). All candidates for 1 kyu and above must write a response to one (1) of the proposed questions. EXAM FOR 1 kyu What are the five elements of kirikaeshi? What are the four basic types of kendo footwork (ashi-sabaki) and explain their application/purpose EXAM FOR 1 dan Describe and discuss the different types of Ma-ai What do you expect to gain from Kendo? EXAM FOR 2 dan Describe and discuss Metsuke Describe and discuss the 4 types of kendo sickness EXAM FOR 3 dan Describe in detail the elements of Yuko-datotsu Describe in detail the importance of kirikaeshi EXAM FOR 4 dan Describe in detail the meaning of Zanshin Describe the roles and responsibility of a shimpan

13 TOURNAMENT LOCATION Carolina Courts 240 Chestnut Parkway Indian Trail, NC (704) Directions from Hotel Head northwest on Matthews Park Dr toward Windsor Square Dr 164 ft Turn right onto Windsor Square Dr 262 ft Turn right onto US-74/E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy 4.5 mi Turn right onto N Indian Trail Rd 0.5 mi Turn right onto Matthews-Indian Trail Rd 0.3 mi Turn right Destination will be on the left 440 ft

14 HOTEL LOCATION Sleep Inn 9900 Matthews Park Drive Matthews, NC GM. Directions from Tournament Head west toward Matthews-Indian Trail Rd 440 ft Turn right onto Matthews-Indian Trail Rd 1.2 mi Turn right onto Stallings Rd 0.3 mi Use any lane to turn left onto US-74 W/W Hwy 74/E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy Continue to follow US-74 W/E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy 3.2 mi Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Windsor Square Dr 325 ft Turn left onto Matthews Park Dr Destination will be on the right 164 ft

15 BANQUET LOCATION Fujimi Japanese Steakhouse Matthews Festival Shopping Center East Independence Blvd Matthews NC Directions from Tournament Head west toward Matthews-Indian Trail Rd 440 ft Turn right onto Matthews-Indian Trail Rd 1.2 mi Turn right onto Stallings Rd 0.3 mi Use any lane to turn left onto US-74 W/W Hwy 74/E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy Continue to follow US-74 W/E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy 3.2 mi Make a U-turn at Windsor Square Dr Destination will be on the right 0.5 mi Directions from Hotel Head northwest on Matthews Park Dr toward Windsor Square Dr 164 ft Turn right onto Windsor Square Dr 262 ft Turn right onto E Independence Blvd/E Independence Expy Destination will be on the right 0.5 mi