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EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
FOR U16, U21 AND ADULTS OPEN KATA & KUMITE23-25th NOVEMBER 2018. - ICE PALACE - BUDAPEST- HUNGARY
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP
OFFICIAL INVITATIONPRELIMINARY PROGRAM
23-25th November, 2018. Budapest, Hungary
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
FOR U16, U21 AND ADULTS OPEN KATA & KUMITE23-25th NOVEMBER 2018. - ICE PALACE - BUDAPEST- HUNGARY
MESSAGE We are looking forward to organize the European U-16, U-21 and Adults Open Championships 2018 in
Budapest.
It has been a long time since Hungary hosted the last European Championship and I hope that the whole European family feels great to return to Hungary to participate at the top European Karate annual event.
I want to take this opportunity to recognize the work developed by the Hungarian Shinkyokushin during the last years.
It has been always an active and a loyal member not only from the European Karate organization but also from the World Karate organization and I would like to emphasize the enthusiasm of the organizer committee, who could always achieve successful events with a positive atmosphere.
With members like Hungary, it is easy to understand the outstanding progress experienced by the EKO along the last years.
The allocation of this big Karate event to Hungary is something well deserved by the Hungarian Shinkyokushin and I can say, without any doubt, that the upcoming Youth and Adults European Cham-pionships are going to be a new sport success of our continent, and also a new success of the EKO thanks to the inestimable contribution of the outstanding members of the Hungarian Shinkyokushin.
I wish a successful preparation and a good tournament for every participant!
Dr. Laszlo Garamvolgyi Police Brigadier General
Patron of the European Championships
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
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Dear Country Representatives, Branch-Chiefs, and National Teams!
Last year Hungarian Karate was celebrating its 45th anniversary and it is a great pleasure to introduce my country on this event. We proudly open the next age with such a prestigious event like the most important tournament of Europe, this year's European Karate Championships. You are going to experience the Hungarian hospitality during your short or longer visit in our country. I hope the participants will have the opportunity to explore our city and feel the atmosphere of this beautiful capital.
People around the world say that Budapest is “the city of baths”, furthermore, we have wonderful sights from the Medieval Age until the fertile 20th century. You will find the several possibilities by your interest including activities, arts and participants can also discover the famous Hungarian gastronomy by walking on the historical paths.
I would like to invite your Federation in the name of the Hungarian Shinkyokushin to participate in the European Karate Championships for U-16, U-21 and Adults Open - kata-kumite - 2018. November, Budapest - Hungary.
Enjoy our modern capital and country that hold their traditions from 1100 years.
Welcome to Hungary and Budapest!
Arpad Kalmar
President of the Organizing Committee
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
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OFFICIAL INVITATIONDear Presidents, Country Representatives, Branch Chiefs, National Coaches!
Osu!
On behalf of EC Organizing committee we are very honoured to invite you to the EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP- 2018 for U16, U21 and Adult Open The EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP will take place on 23-24 November 2018, Friday and Saturday, in the city of Budapest, Hungary.On Sunday, 25 November, we also organize the kumite seminar, with European and World Champion-coaches. This seminar is open to all organizations and allows international participation.
CATEGORIES OF THE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS:Age limits for U16, U21 and Adults
U16: born in 2002, 2003 years
U21: born in 1998, 1999 and 2000 years (who have 18 years old on the day of Championship) ADULTS OPEN: 18 years old on the day of Championship
CATEGORIES: MEN: ADULTS: OPEN WEIGHT CATEGORY U21: -65, 65-70, 70-75, 75-80, 80-85, 85-90, +90, KataU16: -50, 50-55, 55-60, 60-65, 65-70, 70-75, +75, Kata
WOMEN: ADULTS: OPEN WEIGHT CATEGORY U21: -50, 50-55, 55-60, 60-65, +65, KataU16: -50, 50-55, 55-60, 60-65, +65, Kata
Limit is 2 participants per country in each category, country organizer has one extra participant in each category. Additionally in open category also can participate all the medal winners of EKO and WKO Adults Championships in weight and open categories. All World and European adult championships medal winners can’t participate in the U21 championship. Participant, who take part in the U21 championship, can’t to participate in the Adult open weight championship on the next day.
COMPETITIONS’ RULES AND CONDITIONS
The Competitions will follow the rules and conditions of European Karate Organization EKO. Adults open weight category participant must be at list 4-th kyu, bouts time: preliminary bouts 3 min; 2 min; scale; 2 min, form quarterfinals 3 min.; 2 min.; 2 min.; scale, tameshiwari; 2 min. U16 category participant must be at list 7-th kyu, all bouts time is 1,5 min.; 1,5 min.; 1,5 min. (no scale). U21 category participant must be at list 6-th kyu, all bouts time is 2 min.; 2 min.; 2 min. (no scale).All participants are obliged to present EKO passport with valid license. All competitors are also requested to present a written medical certificate indicating that he or she is physically fit and healthy and his/her insurance documents. All women must to present certificate of non-
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
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pregnant state signed by doctor (valid 1 month). All competitors must fill and present responsibility statement declaration for participation in the tournament (available to download from the website
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE AND CO. PARTNERS
European Karate Organization (EKO),Hungarian Shinkyokushin Karate Organization - Furko branch
Stabilitas Sport Promotion- Budapest
INTERNATIONAL PATRONE:Shihan Koen Scharrenberg 6th dan, EKO president, WKO vice president
HONORARY PRESIDENT:Shihan Kalman Furko 8th dan, founder of Hungarian Kyokushin
PRESIDENT OF ORGANIZER COMMITTEE:Dr. Arpad Kalmar DBA
SECRETARY OF ORGANIZER COMMITTEE:Dr. Alexandra Kalmar
TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR:Alex Szokolyai - masters sport manager
PRIORITY PATRONS:Hungarian Ministry of Defense
Hungarian Ministry of SportBudapest Mayor's Office
National Crime Prevention CenterTatami Sport Ltd
MEDIA PATRONS:Main Media partners: Sport television - Central Europe
Hungarian Sports Journalist AssociationHungarian Budo Magazine, Szuperinfo magazine
Sport FM RadioFight.hu, Fightermagazin.hu
INTERNATIONAL HEAD REFEREE:Shihan Michael Soderkvist 6. dan chairman of EKO referee committee
NATIONAL HEAD REFEREES:Shihan Dr. Oliver Bogdan 5 dan and Shihan Robert Schwarcz 5 dan
OFFICIAL TRAVEL AGENCY: Well Travel Budapest
Shihan Kalman Furko 8th dan Shihan Koen Scharrenberg 6th dan President of Hungarian Fullcontact Organization President of EKO, vice president of WKO
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EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS AWARDS FOR COMPETITOR:
Cadets U16, U21 and Adults Open category: 1st, 2nd, 3rd-3rd places: trophies, medals, certificates Best technique: trophy and certificateBest kyokushin spirit: trophy and certificate, All competitors: certificate of participation, and more special awards. Detailed information will be provided later.
FINANCIAL CONDITIONS:Accommodation, flight tickets, transportation and meals for all participants shall be covered by their
National Organization or by their Club or by the participant him/herself.
PARTICIPATION AND ANTIDOPPING FEES:30 € per each participant, if someone competes both in kata and kumite additional 10 € fee is charged
Welcome party: 20 € Sayonara Party: 30 €transfer from Airport to Hotel and back: 15 Eur/ way
The transfer from official Hotel to Sportshall and back is free for guest of Aquaworld Transfer from others hotels to Sportshall and back: 13 Eur/ day
Entry ticket: Friday Children 4-14 years: 5 Eur, Saturday: 7 Eur, Comb.ticket: 2 day: 10 Eur
Friday Over 14 years: 7 Eur, Saturday: 10 Eur, Comb.ticket: 2 day: 15 EurKumite technical seminar (by European and World champions) - Sunday: 20 Eur
THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:
CONTACTS:PRESIDENT: ARPAD KALMAR
SECRETARY: ALEXANDRA KALMAR Phone: +36 20 4272148
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e-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
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PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME OF THE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
21 st November 2018: ARRIVAL – ACCLIMATION - SIGHTSEEING
22 nd November 2018: ARRIVAL - CHECK IN - MEETINGS
08.00 – 18.00 Arrival – registration and check in
10.00-12.00 EKO committees (referee, anti doping, technical and grading) meetings
10.00- 18.00 Weight control and medical examination for U16, U21 and Adults Open categories
13.00-15.00 EKO Board meeting
15.00-18.00 Judge registration and meeting
18.00-21.00 WELCOME PARTY
21.00 Drawing of U16, U21 and Adults Open categories
23rd November 2018: U16, U21 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS - ON 5 TATAMI
08.00-18.00 qualifiers, semifinals and finals - U16, U21, KATA, U16, U21 KUMITE
24th November 2018: ADULTS OPEN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS - ON 1 TATAMI
08.00- Opening of the sports hall
10.00-13.00 Qualifying bouts
13.00-14.00 Lunch break – Demonstrations (lunch break will be some less if will be more bouts)
14.00-14.30 Opening ceremony
14:30-15:00 Tameshwari test for the best 8 men
15.00-16.30 Quarterfinals and semifinals
16.30-17.00 Demonstrations
17.00 Finals and closing ceremony
19.00 Sayonara Party
25th November 2018: INTERNATIONAL KUMITE SEMINAR
10.00-18.00 Seminar held by European and World champions
25-26th November 2018: Check-out and departure - Detailed information will be provided later.
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The Official Travel Agency of the EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS :
Well Travel BudapestABOUT US
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We organize World Competitions, World Cups, European Championships, sports events and high-quality leisure programs with 20 years of professional experience and with excellent relationship in accommodation and transportation concern, even occasional hundreds or over thousands of attending people both abroad and in the country.
We make reservations for scheduled and low-cost airplanes anywhere in the world, choosing the most logical route at the best available rates, sometimes by using special tariff, to save the best price on demand with extra attention and expertise requiring repeated booking.
We also provide Visa administration, Accident, sickness, baggage insurance, cancellation of travel insurance (even in own contribuiton mode), with the recommendation of several insurance companies, with significant discounts for groups.
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BOOK ALL SERVICES FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIPS ON THE SAME PLACE THROUGH THE OFFICIAL TRAVEL AGENCY
ACCOMMODATION ♦ SHUTTLE bus service between the Hotel and Ice Palace ♦ FLIGHT TICKETS ♦ AIRPORT TRANSFER on discounted price of 15 EUR ♦ Dinner at your Hotel ♦ Lunch at the Sports Hall on discounted price ♦ Entry fee ♦ Welcome Party & Sayonara Party ♦ Seminar ♦ Registration and application for the Championships (for competitors, referees, officials, accompanying person, etc)
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THE OFFICIAL HOTEL:AQUAWORLD RESORT SPA**** BUDAPEST
Aqua World ****superior wellness & conference hotel is outstanding in Hungary: 309 spacious rooms, suites, family rooms and apartmans, conference center for up to 1000 participants3 restaurants, bar, wellness & fitness, almost 1000 parking place, adventure park, playgrounds, kinder playhouse, direct access to the Aquaworld Resort Spa. The biggest indoor water adventure park in Europe! During summer and winter, 11 slides offer exciting adventure and unforgettable fun. Indoor and outdoor adventure pools, swimming pool, family slides, mountain river, surf and diving, and sauna world await the visitors. The island of tranquility is a circular relaxation pool with its associated outdoor area. The Mandala pool, the sauna world, the hammam bath and the steam room assure a complete relaxation. Sporty guests can enjoy squash, tennis courts, fitness and aerobics, as well.
NOTICE:• All applications must book through the official agency of the organization.
EUROPEAN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
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THE SPORTS HALL IS: ICE PALACE The Ice Palace Sportshall, designed by the famous Finta Studio was bouilt in 2003. It is an unique sport building across Middle-East-Europe. The building is easily accessable by the M0 highway and by the new Danube bridge, furthermore, Liszt Ferenc International Airport is only 20-25 minutes away, the official hotel, Aquaworld is only 5 minutes away. In front of the Ice Palace a huge place is available with plenty of bus and car parking places.
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HOW TO GET TO HUNGARY
Hungary lies at the crossroads of the main tourist traffic flows in Europe. About 70 airline companies operate regular flights to and from Budapest Liszt Ferenc-Ferihegy-International Airport.Railway con-nections from all European countries are excellent, while there are also bus and boat connections with countries in the vicinity of Hungary. Budapest can be reached by car on motorways M1, M3, M5, M7.
.BUDAPEST AIRPORT
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport was opened in 1950. It was though only given the name Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport in 2011, and until then it was titled Budapest Ferihegy International Airport. The first terminal which was built back in 1950 was reopened in 2005, and has since then worked as the airport for the low-budget airlines flying to Budapest.
Budapest Airport Terminal 2A was opened in 1985 and later in 1998 Budapest Airport Terminal 2B was added to the construction. Terminal 2A and 2B are the terminals where the more “expensive” companies fly, for example Lufthansa, SAS, Delta Airlines, Air France and other companies use this airport for their flights.
In 2011 the Sky Court was opened working as a passage between Terminal 2A and Terminal 2B. Here visitors can find shops, restaurants and places to spend time and money before departure. The Sky Court is only available after check-in, so without a boarding pass you will not be able to enjoy the services within the Sky Court.
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HUNGARIAN LANGUAGE
As a foreigner in Hungary you should not expect to understand much of the Hungarian language. It is a Uralic language in the Ugric language group, distantly related to Finnish, Estonian and a number of other minority languages. Most people dropping by Hungary learn a couple of words only, while those living here often end up with only a little knowledge, if they do not invest energy and time in learning the language. If you do invest time, the language is not at all impossible, even though it is by some people ranked as the second, third and fourth hardest language in the world!
Some important Hungarian words:
Yes – igenNo – nem
Cheers – egészségedre (egesjegeddre)How are you? – hogy vagy? (hodjvadj)
I am …. – Én ….. vagyok (een ….. vadjok)
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The public transportation network in Budapest is well developed, and will bring you almost wherever you want to. The same tickets are to be used everywhere, and if you buy one day tickets, three day tickets or similar you can use them on all the vehicles in Budapest. You can also buy a tourist card which will give you free use of the public transportation, free or discounted entry to 60 museums and to several sights, reduced price tickets for cultural and folklore programmes, discounts in restaurants and spas and some other advantages as well. This is only recommended if you plan to visit lots of museums and tourist places.
With the travel cards/passes you can travel unlimitedly with trams, buses and with the metro in Budapest. You can also buy single tickets (350 HUF).
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METRO MAP
There are three metro lines in Budapest. The yellow is the oldest one, which in fact is the second oldest subway/metro line in Europe. The Red is just renewed, the Blue is partly under reconstruction. As you read about different hotels and sights, you will be informed to what stop they are close.
Budapest Metro Map: M1 , M2, M3, M4
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES IN BUDAPEST (IN CELSIUS/FAHRENHEIT)Climate data for Budapest
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average high °C (°F) 1.2(34.2)
4.5(40.1)
10.2(50.4)
16.3(61.3)
21.4(70.5)
24.4(75.9)
26.5(79.7)
26.0(78.8)
22.1(71.8)
16.1(61.0)
8.1(46.6)
3.1(37.6)
15.0(59.0)
Daily mean °C (°F) −1.6(29.1)
1.1(34.0)
5.6(42.1)
11.1(52.0)
15.9(60.6)
19.0(66.2)
20.8(69.4)
20.2(68.4)
16.4(61.5)
11.0(51.8)
4.8(40.6)
0.4(32.7)
10.4(50.7)
Average low °C (°F) −4(24.8)
−1.7(28.9)
1.7(35.1)
6.3(43.3)
10.8(51.4)
13.9(57.0)
15.4(59.7)
14.9(58.8)
11.5(52.7)
6.7(44.1)
2.1(35.8)
−1.8(28.8)
6.3(43.3)
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VISA/ VISUM
Hungary joined the European Union in 2004, so citizens of the EU and EEA member states do not have to require a visa. The only documentation they require is either their passport or their identity card.
Schengen Agreement
Hungary is a signatory of the Schengen Agreement. Therefore, a visa for Hungary entitles you to travel within the whole Schengen area. This way you do not need to apply for a separate visa to enter Schengen Treaty member states. The opposite is true as well: a ’Schengen visa’ is valid for entry to Hungary.
Non EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of Non-EU/EEA countries (those who are required to get a visa) can apply for various types of visas. The visa type you should apply for depends on the purpose and the duration of your stay. It is very important to apply for the correct type of visa, because you cannot change your status in Hungary after entry. To do this you will normally have to leave the country, apply for the correct type of visa and then return to Hungary once it has been granted.
List of countries whose nationals do not need visa to HungaryFor all types of passport (private, diplomatic, official)
Andorra 90 days Latvia 90 daysAustria 90 days Liechtenstein 90 daysBelgium 90 days Luxembourg 90 daysBulgaria 90 days Malta 90 daysCroatia 90 days Monaco 90 daysCyprus 90 days Netherlands 90 daysCzech Republic 90 days Norway 90 daysDenmark 90 days Poland 90 daysEstonia 90 days Portugal 90 daysFinland 90 days Romania 90 daysFrance 90 days San Marino 90 daysGermany 90 days Slovakia 90 daysGreece 90 days Slovenia 90 daysIceland 90 days Spain 90 daysIreland 90 days Sweden 90 daysIsrael 90 days Switzerland 90 days
Italy 90 days United Kingdom90 days
Should any visa issues arise, please contact to Organizing Committee:
Stabilitas Sport Promotion: Budapest - HungaryPhone: +36 20 4272148, Fax: +36 1 3326212
E‐mail: [email protected], [email protected]
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BUDAPEST TIME - TIME ZONE Like most states in Europe, Summer (Daylight-Saving) Time is observed in Budapest Time, where the time is shifted forward by 1 hour; 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2). After the summer months the time in Budapest Time is shifted back by 1 hour to Central European Time (CET) or (GMT+1) Central European Standard Time = GMT+1, Central European Summer Time = GMT+2
ELECTRICAL PLUG/OUTLET AND VOLTAGE INFORMATION FOR HUNGARYVoltage: 220-240 Volts (U.S./Canada are 110-120 Volts)
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERSIn case of any emergency, please call (toll free from any phone):Emergency line 112
CURRENCY IN HUNGARYHungarian forint (HUF) is the official currency in Hungary. First of all, Hungary is a member of the European Union, but they have not started with the Euro yet. However, many places you can pay with Euro, but expect to receive forints back. If you do pay with Euros the shops will use a poor conversion rate, so it is recommended to change your Euros, and later, pay with forints.1 Euro (EUR) = approx. 315 Forint (HUF) (Rate in Febr, 2018 )
BARGAINING AND GIVING TIPS
It is quite normal in Hungarian to tip in restaurants, but it is also normal to tip guides, hairdressers and taxi drivers. It is not normal to bargain as you shop, except from in the Big Market Hall and in open air markets.
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INTRODUCTION OF HUNGARY
The Republic of Hungary is situated in Central Eastern Europe. The country covers an area of 93,036 km2 and it has roughly 10 million inhabitants, who speak a unique language which is not used anywhere else in the world. In the year 2000 the nation celebrated the thousandth anniversary of the foundation of the Hungarian State. Since the reign of state-founder King Saint Stephan, Hungary has gone through golden ages as well as repeated trials, but has survived despite its stormy history. Today, Hungary, a member of the EU is one of the most popular destinations of visitors who wish to encounter this beautiful country with natural, historical, cultural and gastronomic attractions.
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Hungary is a country rich in culture and history, its towns and cities virtually living, breathing works of art, its people quintessentially European - intellectual, hardworking and hospitable. A small country, brimming with culture and natural beauty, Hungary is endowed with two-thousand-year-old Roman remains, four-hundred-year-old Turkish period monuments, beautiful Romanesque churches, examples of neo-Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture and imposing castles.
Lovers of nature and the great outdoors will relish exploring Europe's largest freshwater lake, Lake Balaton, or many conservation areas, each concealing a wonderful protected world. Outdoor activities such as horse riding and water related pursuits are popular here. The country has one of the finest folk traditions in Europe, producing excellent examples of embroidery, pottery, murals and objects carved from wood or bone. Its musical contributions are just as rich and range from the rhapsodies of Franz Liszt and the operas of Ferenc Erkel to gypsy and folk music. Hungary is also popular among visitors seeking rest and rejuvenation. In this country there is a wealth of natural healing spring waters with spa facilities for visitors to choose from. It is a country of diversity, full of sights and experiences that will impress astonish and above all please its visitors.
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INTRODUCTION OF BUDAPEST
The capital of Hungary, known as the "Pearl of the Danube", is undoubtedly one of the most beautifully located cities in the world. The river Danube runs through the middle of the metropolis of two million, dividing hilly Buda with its narrow cobbled streets and mixture of medieval and neo-classical buildings from the Pest plain with its wide avenues and boulevards. Because of the picturesque panorama offered by the river and its bridges, the Parliament, the imposing Royal Castle, Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Danube Embankment, UNESCO placed this site on the World Heritage list.
The guests will find side by side the remains of fortresses and buildings from Roman times, still operating Turkish baths, Gothic and Baroque buildings, and the incredibly rich Art Novae architectural heritage. There is no other capital city in the world with close to 100 thermal springs and 12 medicinal baths within its boundaries, where 19 million gallons of thermal water rise to the surface every day.
It is a city where the pleasing harmony of different architectural styles and superb structures, the cafés, gastronomy and culture are combined with legendary hospitality and blend into an unforgettable experience for visitors.
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SOSAI MASUTATSU OYAMA 10TH DAN - THE FOUNDER OF KYOKUSHIN KARATE