The 40th annual

SPACE CITY Open Nationals

Grandmaster Linda Denley & TBB Academy present

• The Texas Terror • Rated #1 from 1973-1996 • 11-time Battle of Atlanta WInner • 3-time Diamond Nationals Winner • 9-time U.S. Open Winner • 4-time Long Beach Internationals • 9-time Capitol Classics winner • AOK Instructor of the Year 1999 • AOK "True Living Legend” 2002LIN

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Register:

A.O.K. “A” Rated

All organizations, all Styles are welcome!

Black Belt Grand Champion Expense Money Beautiful Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place

in all Kata & Sparring Divisions No Competitor will leave without an Award

Saturday April 14 Pre-register online by 4/11 to save

Humble Civic Center 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy, Humble, Texas

AOK rules will be strictly enforced no groin kicks

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April 14 | HOUSTON

April 14, 2018 Doors Open 8:00am Black Belt/Competitors Rules Meeting 9:30am Competition immediately following

Presented by GrandMaster Linda Denley A.O.K. “A” Rated

Humble Civic Center 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy, Humble

40th Annual SPACE CITY Open Nationals

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Pre-register ONLINE at

Discounts available for

online registrations ONLY

SAVE TIME and

MONEYIf you are unable to register online, you may

choose to complete paper registration at full price. Please fill out (PRINT) the entire form and sign

waiver on the following page. Please confirm all your divisions and spectator tickets. Mail form with

check or money order payable to: Linda Denley

12403 Veterans Memorial Dr. Ste. 11 Houston, Texas 77014

Must be received by April 11 WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR DELAYED MAIL

**** SPACE CITY OPEN 2018 REGISTRATION INFORMATION ****

EVENTS Division Codes Online Pre-Reg by 4/11

Mail In Registration

TOTAL

A.O.K. Divisions (up to 2 events) (_____) (_____) $55.00 $60.00 $

Each Additional AOK Division ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) $10.00 x ___ $15.00 x ___ $

Spectator Pass (4 and under FREE) $13.00 x ___ $15.00 x ___ $

Ringside Spectator Pass $50.00 x ___ $60.00 x ___ $

Breaking Divisions (1st event) ( ) $30.00 $40.00 x ___ $

Each Additional Breaking Division ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) $20.00 x ___ $20.00 x ___ $

Boards (must pre-purchase for tournament consistency) $3.50 x ___ $3.50 x ___ $

All Entries Include System Management Fee $5.00 $5.00 $ 5.00TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $

***NO REFUNDS for ANY REASON | NO CASH at the DOOR | PLEASE DO NOT ASK***

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Paying by credit card? REGISTER ONLINE & SAVE www.AOKstrong.com/spacecity ONLINE Discounted Pre-Registration is available online until 4/11/18

Competitor Name: Age: D.O.B. / /______

Home Address: Phone: ( ) Weight: lbs.

City: State: Zip: Email: ‘ Gender: Male Female Belt Color: Beginner (White/Yellow/Gold/Orange)

Dojo Name/City: Intermediate (Green/Purple/Blue)

Dojo Address: Advanced (Brown /Red) Black Belt

Instructor: Dojo Phone: Dojo Email

Space City Open (herein referred to as "EVENT" or "EVENTS") , Amateur Organization of Karate (herein referred to as "SANCTIONING AUTHORITY") In consideration of being permitted to participate in any way in the EVENT and associated classes, courses, and training or being permitted to enter for any purpose any restricted area (herein defined as any area wherein admittance to the general public is prohibited), the participant, parent(s), or legal guardian(s) of the participant agree: 1. I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the rules and regulations imposed by the EVENT and/or the SANCTIONING AUTHORITY and

that failure to abide by the rules or conduct is not cooperative for the successful operation of the tournament as determined by any of the Releasees at their sole discretion, that I/WE may be dismissed from the premises without compensation, and MY/THE MINOR'S credentials may be taken away along with all rights and privileges provided by those credentials. The promoter(s) reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone.

2. That I/WE fully understand and acknowledge that the participant's medical conditions and hereby certify the participant is mentally and physically fit to participate in said EVENT.

3. That I/WE fully understand the nature and purpose of the EVENT and acknowledge the participant's experience and capabilities and believe the participant is qualified to participate in such EVENTS/Activities.

4. If I/WE fail to check-in onsite at the EVENT, I/WE knowingly forfeit all applicable registration fees. I/WE understand that refunds will not be given to domestic participants for any reason and that foreign participants must provide proof of denial of an entry visa to receive a refund less fees.

5. That I/WE understand that the EVENT will be conducted in facilities open to the public during the EVENT. 6. I/WE understand that MY/THE MINOR'S name, registration information, biographical information, likeness, any audio, pictures, photography,

videography, media coverage, statements, interviews, and/or other visual and written mediums taken of ME/THE MINOR in connection with or at the EVENT may be used, in any form or language, by those directly associated with this EVENT, including sponsors, at any time for publicity, promotion, or media relations, and I do hereby waive any compensation in regard thereof as well as any future rights to the aforementioned.

7. I / WE fully understand and acknowledge that: (a) There are risks and dangers associated with participation in Martial Arts EVENTS and activities which could result in bodily injury, partial or total disability, paralysis and death. (b) The social and economic losses or damages, which could result from these risks and dangers described above, could be severe. (c) These risks and dangers may be caused by the action, inaction or negligence of the participant or the action, inaction or negligence of others, including, but not limited to, the Releasees named below. (d) There may be other risks not known to us or are not reasonably foreseeable at his time.

8. That prior to participating in the EVENT, I/WE will inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and I/WE believe anything is unsafe, the I/WE will immediately advise the officials of such condition and refuse to participate. I/WE understand and agree that, if at any time, I/WE feel anything to be UNSAFE, I/WE will immediately take all precautions to avoid the unsafe area and REFUSE TO PARTICIPATE further.

9. I / WE ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES incurred as a result of my participation, or that of the minor, however caused and whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees named below.

10. I / WE HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the EVENT, or any of its officers, administrators, directors, agents, members, volunteers, employees, other participants, officials, rescue personnel, sponsors, advertisers or any individual connected with the organization or promotion of the EVENT, the SANCTIONING AUTHORITY(s), or employees or any individual connected with execution of, or having a vested interest in the EVENT, the facility used by the participant, including its owners, managers, promoters, lessees of premises used to conduct the EVENT premises and EVENT inspectors, underwriters, consultants and others who give recommendations, directions, or instructions to engage in risk evaluation or loss control activities regarding the facility or EVENTS held at such facility and each of them, their directors, officers, agents, employees, all for the purposes herein referred to as "Releasee" FROM ALL LIABILITY TO THE PARTICIPANT, my/our personal representatives, assigns, executors, heirs and next to kin FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES OR DAMAGES AND ANY CLAIMS OR DEMANDS THEREFORE ON ACCOUNT OF ANY INJURY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE DEATH OF THE PARTICIPANT OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE EVENT(S) CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEE OR OTHERWISE. I / WE also expressly acknowledge that INJURIES RECEIVED MAY BE COMPOUNDED OR INCREASED BY NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS OR PROCEDURES OF THE RELEASEES;

11. AND I FURTHER AGREE that if, despite this RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS EACH OF THE RELEASEES from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which may be incurred as the result of such claim and will reimburse the Releasee for any money which they have paid to the participant, or on his behalf, and hold them harmless.

12. I / WE further expressly agrees that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the Province, State, or Country in which the EVENT is conducted and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND PARENTAL CONSENT AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

I, (Print Name) , THE UNDERSIGNED, ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM AGE 18 OR OLDER, HAVE THE LEGAL AUTHORITY TO SIGN FOR THE PARTICIPANT, HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS AGREEMENT IS HELD TO BE INVALID, THE BALANCE, NOTWITHSTANDING, SHALL CONTINUE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT. I ACKNOWLEDGE NO REFUNDS CAN BE PROVIDED AND THAT DIVISION SWAPPING IS NOT ALLOWED.

(Signature) Date:

Kata (Empty Hand Forms) Beg Intr Adv Black

Handicapable * <= 17 H-1

Handicapable * 18+ H-2

Boys & Girls <= 5 F-1

Boys & Girls 6-7 F-2 F-3 F-4

Boys & Girls 8-9 F-5 F-6 F-7

Boys & Girls 10-11 F-8 F-9 F-10 F-11

Boys & Girls 12-13 F-12 F-13 F-14 F-15

Boys & Girls 14-15 F-16 F-17 F-18 F-19

Boys & Girls 16-17 F-20 F-21 F-22 F-23

Women 18+ F-24 F-25 F-26 F-30

Men 18+ F-27 F-28 F-29 F-32

Women 32+ F-31

Men 35+ F-33

Women 42+ F-34

Men 45+ F-35

Soft Style 18+ F-36

Traditional 18+ F-37

Traditional 35+ F-38

Traditional 10-17 F-39

Specialty/Self-Defense Beg Intr Adv BlackBoys & Girls <= 11 M-1 M-2 M-3 M-4

Boys & Girls 12-17 M-5 M-6 M-7 M-8

Men & Women 18+ M-9 M-10

Men & Women 35+ M-11

Weapons 18+ M-12

Team Forms (All Ages) M-13

Self-Defense <= 17 M-14 M-15

Self-Defense 18+ M-16 M-17

Sparring - Point Beg Intr Adv Black

Girls <= 5 S-1

Boys <= 5 S-2

Girls 6-7 S-3 S-4 S-5

Girls 8-9 S-6 S-7 S-8

Girls 10-11 S-9 S-10 S-11 S-12

Girls 12-13 S-13 S-14 S-15 S-16

Girls 14-15 S-17 S-18 S-19 S-20

Girls 16-17 S-21 S-22 S-23 S-24

Boys 6-7 S-25 S-26 S-27

Boys 8-9 S-28 S-29 S-30

Boys 10-11 S-31 S-32 S-33 S-34

Boys 12-13 S-35 S-36 S-37 S-38

Boys 14-15 S-39 S-40 S-41 S-42

Boys 16-17 S-43 S-44 S-45 S-46

Women 18+ (all wt) S-47 S-48 S-49

Women 32+ (all wt) S-50 S-51 S-52

Men 18+ (Lt<= 185) S-53 S-55 S-57

Men 18+ (Hvy>185) S-54 S-56 S-58

Men 35+ (all wt) S-59 S-60 S-61

BB Sparring - Point Fly <= 134 Light> 134

Women 18+ S-62 S-63

Women 32+ S-64 S-65

BB Sparring - Point Light <= 160

Middle<= 185

Heavy> 185

Men 18+ S-66 S-67 S-68Men 35+ S-69 S-70Men 45+ S-71 S-72Men 55+ (all wt) S-73

A.O.K.STANDARD DIVISIONS

A.O.K. RULES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCEDPlease review rules at www.aokstrong.com

Only AOK approved soft foam type sparring equipment and mouthpiece are mandatory in all Sparring Divisions (includes Fun Flag Sparring). Male and female competitors must wear groin protectors. Regulation Karate / Kung Fu uniforms must be worn with sleeves reaching elbows. Full uniforms must be worn for sparring. No sharp bladed and/or loose fitted weapons are allowed. Equipment may be available for purchase on the day of the event.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Black Belt

Expense Money

Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd - ALL

Kata & Sparring

Medals for ALL

Kata athletes <12yrs

No athlete

will leave

without an

AWARD

Breaking Divisions (divisions may be combined)

Power Wood

Hand Foot Elbow

Boys & Girls <= 5 (All Belts) BPWH-1 BPWF-1 BPWE-1

Boys & Girls 6-8 (All Belts) BPWH-2 BPWF-2 BPWE-2

Boys & Girls 9-12 (All Belts) BPWH-3 BPWF-3 BPWE-3

Boys & Girls Beg-Adv 13-17 BPWH-4 BPWF-4 BPWE-4

Men Beg-Adv 18+ BPWH-5 BPWF-5 BPWE-5

Women Beg-Adv 18+ BPWH-6 BPWF-6 BPWE-6

Black Belt Boys 13-17 BPWH-7 BPWF-7 BPWE-7

Black Belt Girls 13-17 BPWH-8 BPWF-8 BPWE-8

Black Belt Men 18+ BPWH-9 BPWF-9 BPWE-9

Black Belt Women 18+ BPWH-10 BPWF-10 BPWE-10

LARRY FIELDS’ SPECIALTY DIVISIONS

Brand new for 2018 at the SPACE CITY Open Nationals

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SPACE CITY Open Nationals proudly presented by GrandMaster Linda Denley & TBB Academy

For more information, contact Grand Master Denley (281) 397-9924

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