Sparring Games Taekwondo Event – Terms and Conditions

By registering for the Sparring Games Taekwondo Event, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

Eligibility:

• All participants must be members in good standing with Taekwondo Manitoba or an affiliated Taekwondo organization.
• Athletes must participate in their appropriate age, weight, and rank divisions based on the information provided at registration.

Registration and Fees:

• All registration forms and fees must be submitted by the stated deadline. Late registrations will not be accepted.
• Payments must be made via e-transfer to payment@taekwondomanitoba.net with the athlete's name included in the notes section.
• Registration fees are non-refundable, except in cases of event cancellation.

Code of Conduct:

• All athletes, coaches, and spectators are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner.
• Unsportsmanlike behaviour or misconduct during the event may result in disqualification and removal from the venue withouta refund.

Medical and Liability:

• All athletes must ensure they are physically fit and have no medical conditions that would prevent them from safely participating in the event.
• By registering, you acknowledge that participation in Taekwondo involves inherent risks. Taekwondo Manitoba, its officials, and volunteers are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage incurred during the event.
• Athletes must have valid personal insurance coverage.

Equipment:

• All athletes must wear appropriate and approved protective gear, including gloves, socks, headgear, chest protectors, forearm guards, shin guards, groin protectors, and clear mouthguards.
• Sparring will use World Taekwondo (WT) rules, except when conducting different sparring games as notified by the event organizers.

Photography and Media Consent:

• By participating in the event, you consent to using photos and videos taken during the event for promotional purposes by Taekwondo Manitoba.

Event Schedule and Changes: 

Sparring Games Taekwondo Event – Medical Confirmation and Waiver

By registering for the Sparring Games Taekwondo Event, I hereby confirm and acknowledge the following:

Concussion-Free Status:

• I confirm that the registered athlete has not experienced a concussion or head injury within the last 6 months.
• If the athlete has experienced a concussion prior to the last 6 months, they have been cleared by a licensed medical professional to participate in physical activities, including Taekwondo sparring.

Medical Clearance:

• The athlete is in good physical condition and has no medical conditions that would impair their ability to safely participate in this event.
• If there are any underlying medical conditions, the athlete has been cleared by a medical professional to participate.

Consent to Participate:

• I understand the inherent risks associated with Taekwondo sparring, including but not limited to the risk of injury.
• I voluntarily assume all risks related to the athlete’s participation in this event.

By completing the registration, I acknowledge and agree to these terms. If the athlete experiences any medical issues before the event, I will notify the event organizers and provide updated medical clearance if required.