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3 - 5 May 2019
WORLD KARATE FEDERATION
Contents
1 Initial Greetings ..................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 President of Cyprus Karate Federation .............................................................................. 3
2 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 WKF Approved Items ....................................................................................................... 4
3 Competition Programme ......................................................................................................... 8
4 Site and Date ........................................................................................................................ 9
5 Competition Venue ................................................................................................................ 9
6 Media ................................................................................................................................. 10
7 Organizer and contacts ........................................................................................................ 10
7.1 Cyprus Karate Federation - Organising Committee ........................................................... 11
8 Online Registration .............................................................................................................. 12
8.1 Technical Support for Online Registration ........................................................................ 12
9 Categories ........................................................................................................................... 13
10 Entry Fee ......................................................................................................................... 13
10.1 Payment ....................................................................................................................... 13
11 WKF Accredited Coach ...................................................................................................... 13
12 Prizes .............................................................................................................................. 14
13 Ranking ........................................................................................................................... 14
14 Ticket for spectators ......................................................................................................... 14
15 HQ Hotel ......................................................................................................................... 15
16 Other Official Hotels/Apartments ........................................................................................ 15
17 Visa Requirements ............................................................................................................ 20
18 Cyprus ............................................................................................................................. 21
19 Omissions ........................................................................................................................ 23
1 Initial Greetings
1.1 President of Cyprus Karate Federation
It’s a great pleasure for us at the Cyprus Karate Federation to invite you to take
part at the first of the year 2019 “WKF Karate 1 Youth League” which will be held
from 3-5 May 2019 in Limassol, Cyprus.
Cyprus Karate Federation - CKF has gain valuable experience in organizing
international events such as the European Karate Championship in 2001 & 2016
the World Karate Championship in 2005, the Mediterranean Karate
Championship in 2007 & 2013, and the Balkan Karate Championship 2011.
Encouraged and excited by the success of the previous championships organized in Cyprus, the Cypriot
Karatekas and particularly the Cyprus Karate Federation Executive Committee works very hard to
ensure that the “ 2019 WKF Karate 1 Youth League ” will be a truly worthy event for all those involved.
This event will be truly worthwhile for those who will participate, athletes, coaches, referees and
delegates. The Championship will be held in Limassol the 2nd largest City of Cyprus and specifically in
Spyros Kyprianou Athletic Center.
I want to thank the World Karate Federation for trusting the Cyprus Karate Federation to hold such a
big event in Cyprus for once more. Pleasantly I would like to thank the president of WKF Mr. Antonio
Espinos for his support and trust shown in CKF during all these years.
We are looking forward in welcoming you in Limassol, Cyprus!
Andreas Vasileiou
The Cyprus Karate Federation
President
2 Introduction The Karate 1 – Youth League is a newly created competition conceived to highlight the impact
of Karate in young ages.
Established under the umbrella of Karate 1, and designed to complete Karate 1-Premier
League and Karate 1-Series A, the Karate 1-Youth League aims at becoming a platform for
the development of youngsters in their quest to progress in the sport.
The new competition was devised to respond to the increasing interest of young competitors
to have more options to compete at the highest level and it puts the focus on karatekas aged
12 to 17.
The number of competitors is open. All members of WKF are admitted to participate.
The WKF competition Rules in force will be applied.
2.1 WKF Approved Items
The Karate 1 - Youth League complies with the highest level of presentation. In order to
guarantee the correct delivery of the event, and to ensure the suitable quality of the
tournament, exclusively the following brands are WKF Approved for use in the 2019 Karate 1 -
Youth League Season.
SPORT PROTECTIONS
BRAND CONTACT INFORMATION
DOUBLE D
2, rue Vladimir Jankelevitch
77184 Emerainville, FRANCE
Phone : +33 1 64 73 00 03
Fax : + 33 1 64 73 00 04
E-mail: [email protected]
http://en.doubled-martialarts.com
ARAWAZA
724, Chemin des Anglais
Mascouche (QC) J7L 3R6, CANADA
Phone: + 1 450 477 4410
Fax: +1 450 477 4400
E-mail: [email protected]
www.arawaza.com
SBI SPORT AB
Staffanstorpvägen 115
S-23291 Arlöv- Malmö, SWEDEN
Tel: +46 40 948888
Fax: +46 40 940780
E-mail: [email protected]
www.budo-nord.com
DAEDO INTERNATIONAL
Botánica 116,
08908 Hospitalet de Llobregat,Barcelona,
SPAIN
Tel: +34 93 454 15 14
Fax: +34 93 453 52 51
E-mail: [email protected]
www.daedo.com
BUDOLAND
Am Grießenbach 8
83126 Flintsbach, GERMANY
Phone: +49 (0) 8034 909900
Fax: *49 (0) 8034 9099011
E-mail: [email protected] www.budoland.com
SHUREIDO
1-1-6 Tomari, Naha-City
900-0012 – Okinawa, JAPAN
Tel No: +81(98)861 5621
Fax No: +81(98)861 5525
Email: [email protected]
www.shureido-karate.com
Sports Master Athletic International (SMAI)
96-119 Jardine St,
Fairy Meadow, NSW, 2519, AUSTRALIA
Ph: +61 2 42834363
Fax: +61 2 42855512
E-mail: [email protected]
www.smai.com.au
TOKAIDO INTERNATIONAL
G/FL., 13 Nanking Street
Yaumatei, Kowloon, HONG KONG
Phone: +49 911 98815 –11
Fax: +49 911 98815 – 99
E-mail: [email protected]
www.tokaido.eu
TWIN TOWER ENTERPRISE CORP.
No. 168-13, Chyuan-shin Lii, Shin-huah,
Tainan, TAIWAN
Tel: +886-6-598-2133
Fax: +886-6-597-0840
E-mail: [email protected]
www.wscoku.com
WESING
Fujian Weizhixing Sports Goods Co., Ltd.
Binjiang Industrial Park, Xiamei Town, Nan’an
City, Fujian Province 362302, CHINA
Tel: +86-595-2688 9696
Fax: +86-595-8675 6390
E-mail: [email protected]
www.wesingsports.com
WKF Facemask and Chest Protector for those under 14 years of age are used according to
Appendix 10 of the WKF Regulations in force:
https://www.wkf.net/pdf/WKFCompetitionRules2018.pdf
All the information concerning the WKF homologated items for this event can be found on:
https://www.wkf.net/karateprotections/
TATAMI
BRAND CONTACT INFORMATION
TROCELLEN Italia S.p.A. Via Schiavonesca Nuova 8 31040 Volpago del Montello (TV) Italy Ph: +39 0423 8735 Fax :+39 0423 621434 Email: [email protected] www.progame-tatami.com
TATAMIX srlcr Via Don Pedrinelli 48 24030 Carvico (BG) Tel: +39 039 6888492 Fax:+39 035 4362212 Email: [email protected] www.tatamix.it
TAISHAN SPORTS EQUIPMENT Co., Ltd Address:No.8 Tiyuguan Road,Dongcheng District,Beijing.China Phone.: +86-10-84985396 Email: [email protected] www.taishansports.cn
WESING
Fujian Weizhixing Sports Goods Co., Ltd.
Binjiang Industrial Park, Xiamei Town,
Nan’an City, Fujian Province 362302, CHINA
Tel: +86-595-2688 9696
Fax: +86-595-8675 6390
E-mail: [email protected]
www.wesingsports.com
ISHII CHEMICALS INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
1-10-8, Ryoke, Kawaguchi-city, Saitama
332-0004 Japan
Phone: +81048-223-5148
Fax: +81048-224-3467
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.ishiikasei.co.jp/ishiikasei.htm
KARATEGIS WITH THE BRAND EMBROIDERED ON THE SHOULDERS
The Karategis with the embroidered brand of the manufacturer on the shoulders will
be accepted for use in the Youth League by those competitors who wish to do so,
both for Kata and Kumite in red or blue colour, depending if the competitor is AKA or
AO.
The authorized brands to use these karategi models are:
ADIDAS – ARAWAZA – BUDO NORD – DAEDO – HAYASHI
SHUREIDO – SMAI – TOKAIDO – WACOKU - WESING
3 Competition Programme C OMPETIT ION PR OG RA MME
DAY / HOUR ATLANTICA MIRAMARE HQ HOTEL
Friday 9:00-17:00
Registration and Weigh - In
Friday 15:00-16:30
Referee meeting
Friday 18:00-19: 00
Accredited Coach Briefing + Pass coach
delivery Friday
19:00- 20:00
Coach Meeting +Draw
DAY / HOUR
ATHLETIC CENTER SPYROS KYPRIANOU
Saturday
8:00-20:00
Eliminations & Repechages Individual Kata Individual U14, Cadet Male/Female
Eliminations Kumite Individual Kumite Individual Juniors, Female
(-48, -53, -59 +59 Kg) Kumite Individual Juniors, Male
( -55, -61, -68, -76, +76 Kg) Kumite Individual Cadet, Male*
(-52, -57, -63, -70, +70 Kg) Repechages Kumite Individual
(Cadet Male, & Junior, Male - Female)
Saturday
20:00-21:50
Finals Kata Individual U14, Cadet Male/Female Kumite
Kumite Individual Juniors, Female (-48, -53, -59 +59 Kg)
Kumite Individual Juniors, Male (-55, -61, -68, -76, +76 Kg) Individual Cadet, Male *
( -52, -57, -63, -70, +70 Kg) Medals awards
Sunday
9:00-20:30
Eliminations & Repechages
Kata Individual Junior Male/Female
Eliminations Kumite Individual
Kumite Individual Under 14, Male
(-40, -45, -50, -55, +55 Kg)
Kumite Individual Under 14, Female (-42, -47, +47 Kg)
Kumite Individual Cadet, Female (-47, -54, +54 Kg)
Repechages Kumite Individual
(Under 14, Male & Female, Cadet Female)
Sunday 18:30 – 19:55
Finals Kata Individual Junior Male/Female Kumite Individual Under 14, Male
(-40, -45, -50, -55, +55 Kg) Kumite Individual Under 14, Female
(-47, -54, +54 Kg) Kumite Individual Cadets, Female
(-47, -54, +54 Kg) Medals award
*If needed, some categories of Kumite Cadet Male might be moved to Sunday
4 Site and Date Date: 3 May 2018
Place: HQ Hotel – Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel
Address: Americanas Str., 4060 Limassol
Starting Time: 10.00-17.00
5 Competition Venue
Venue: Palais de sport Spyros Kyprianou Address: Spyros Kyprianou Athletic Center, Polemidia, Limassol 3080
Karate 1 – Youth League event will be performed on Trocellen tatami, WKF approved.
6 Media Press accreditation can only be given to professional journalists working for a media and
having proof of their credentials.
Media professionals can register to request press accreditations through the on line
registration form which can be found here: https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=273&ver_info_action=pre
ssregistration#a_presshead
Video recording will not be allowed
Should you need more information about press or media related issues, please contact
directly the World Karate Federation’s office: [email protected].
7 Organizer and contacts
Cyprus Karate Federation
21, Amfipoleos Str. 216B
1687, Nicosia – Cyprus
Web page: www.cypruskarate.org
e-mail: [email protected]
7.1 Cyprus Karate Federation - Organising Committee
Andreas Vasiliou – President of Cyprus Karate Federation
Costas Ellinides – Secretary General
Eleftheria Georgiou – Treasurer
Soteris Zinonos – Sport Director
Photis Marathovouniotis – Sport Director
Marios Vatiliotis – Member
Simos Constantinou - Member
8 Online Registration
All competitors, referees, coaches and media representatives must be registered online using
the online platform https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=273#a_eventhead
No onsite registration will be accepted. The registration will be validated once completed the
online payment through the payment platform. In case of any questions concerning the online
registration please directly contact the Sportdata software team via the email address
Individuals and National Federations are responsible for the quality of the entered registration
data. Once close the online registration, any comments will have to notified to the software
and to the WKF at latest five day before the first day of competition.
8.1 Technical Support for Online Registration
Web: https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set-
online/veranstaltung_info_main.php?active_menu=calendar&vernr=273#a_eventhead
Email: [email protected]
The official registration session will take place on 3rd May 2019 from 9.00 to 17.00 at the HQ
Hotel.
If changes are required during the official registration session because of incorrect, or missing
registration data, a fee of € 20 is charged for each change.
At registration, accreditation cards will be issued with the participants main data, a
photograph and information about registered categories. The accreditation card must be worn
at all times during the event.
Only members of National Federations recognized by WKF are admitted to
participate, as per Youth League Organizing Rules 2018 (PL OR Point 6
Registration).
https://www.wkf.net/pdf/rules/WKF%20Youth%20League_Organizing%20Rules_%202018.p
df-eng.pdf
All participants must submit an official document (passport or other valid ID card) for
the WKF identification and validation at the accreditation session.
The accreditation of any competitor must be done by the athlete or the athlete’s coach,
in person bringing the athlete passport or other valid ID at the accreditation session.
The competitor who has not collected, either personally or through his/her coach the
accreditation during the official registration, will not be included in the draw.
The weighing will be carried out immediately after receiving the accreditation, those
athletes who will not attend the weighing will not be included in the draw.
9 Categories
Junior (16-17 years old): 11 categories (9 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -48kg, -53kg, -59kg, +59kg
Male Kumite: -55kg, -61kg, -68kg, -76kg, +76kg
Kata: Female, Male Cadet (14-15 years old): 10 categories (8 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -47kg, -54kg, +54kg
Male Kumite: -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, +70kg
Kata: Female, Male
Under 14 (12-13): 10 categories (8 Kumite + 2 Kata)
Female Kumite: -42kg, -47kg, +47kg
Male Kumite: -40kg, -45kg, -50kg, -55kg, +55kg
Kata: Female, Male
9.1 Age IMPORTANT NOTE: The age limit of competitors for the corresponding category will be the first day of the entire event.
10 Entry Fee The entry fees are € 40 per individual category entry.
10.1 Payment
All payments must be processed through the online payment platform. No onsite payment will
be accepted.
11 WKF Accredited Coach According to the Coach License Manual, the minimum level required to take part in the Karate 1 events is the “Accredited Coach” level. To obtain such certification, coaches must attend a compulsory Coach Briefing. Therefore, and in order to give the opportunity to the WKF Coaches to get this certification, a Coach Briefing will be held in all events of the Youth League Season 2019.
11.1 WKF Accredited Coach Briefing, Cyprus 2019
Please find below the Coach schedule and the details for the registration process:
DAY / HOUR COACH BRIEFING
Friday, 3rd May from 18:00 to 19:00
Atlantica Miramare Hotel
Registration (only online) Those coaches who wish to attend to the “Accredited Coach Briefing” in CYPRUS must be registered online and must fill out the “Accreditation Agreement for Coaches” that can be downloaded from the online registration site.
All coach registrations must be made online latest until 19th April 2019, through the following link: https://www.sportdata.org/wkf/set.php?id=316
Should you have any difficulties when registering, please contact [email protected] for technical support. Fees and payment We would like to remind you that the fee to attend to the “Coach Briefing” and to obtain a new license or to renew your expired license of WKF Accredited Coach is 300 CHF.
All payments must be made through Sportdata platform.
12 Prizes
The event prizes (medals and trophies) are to be provided by the host.
In each individual category the first prize will be a gold medal.
The second prize will be a silver medal. The third prizes will be bronze medals.
13 Ranking Competitors can earn ranking points in every Karate1 event according to the official WKF
Ranking Regulations. U14 Competitors do not earn ranking points:
https://wkf.net/pdf/rules/WRC_Ranking%20Regulations_01_01_2019.pdf-eng.pdf
14 Ticket for spectators The ticket categories and prices are free
15 HQ Hotel Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel ****
The elegant Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel is a great place in a tourist area of Limassol.
The venue is 3.2 km away from Zoo Garden. Nestled in the resort district and 7 km from the city center.
Guests can visit a museum and a castle as well as bars, restaurants and a zoo close by.Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel provides guestrooms appointed with climate control, wireless internet, a laptop-size safe, TV and a sofa for a pleasant stay in Limassol. Some rooms feature views over the Mediterranean Sea. For a
comfortable stay, these tasteful rooms offer bathrooms with a shower, a hairdryer and a spa bathtub.
Residents can have breakfast in the dining room. The on-site 24-hour restaurant tempts guests with vegetarian dishes. Guests can savor refreshments, tea and coffee in the swim-up bar.
Larnaca International airport can be reached by car within 60 minutes.
16 Other Official Hotels/Apartments
Ajax Hotel ****
The Ajax Hotel lies in the heart of the cosmopolitan city of Limassol, within walking distance from the seafront
promenade, midway between Larnaca and Paphos airports. The hotel consists of elegantly decorated rooms,
offering an array of amenities and sophisticated accommodation. Urban experience, contemporary art deco
design, high standards of hospitality and service meet in the Ajax hotel, combining a cosmopolitan aura with a
warm and friendly ambiance.
Crown Plaza Hotel ****
Great location: the Crowne Plaza Limassol hotel is the closest beach hotel to
the city centre, Limassol Marina, and historic district of town.
Relaxation: facilities include a sandy beach, overflow outdoor pool, sea view
garden, heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna, gym and massage facilities.
Comfort: well-appointed rooms with plush bedding.
Dining options: a great bar with an all-day, easy-dining menu; poolside dining; award-winning gourmet Italian
restaurant.
Episkopiana Hotel & Sports Resort ***
Episkopiana Hotel And Sports Resort, an exceptional 3 star hotel, is located in Episkopi village, overlooking the Akrotiri penisula and is the perfect place for the demanding holidaymaker. Surrounded by the rich floral Cypriot countryside,
Episkopiana Hotel is the perfect place for those wishing to enjoy a relaxing holiday . Or If your more of a keep fit /sporty outdoor activity person then for certain you are coming to the right place, Episkopiana Hotel is offering ideal conditions for professional sport occupations and children vacation. Situated between the major cities and tourist resorts of Limassol and Paphos with frequent free shuttle bus to the Curium sandy beach.
Navaria Beach Hotel ***
Navarria Hotel is situated only 4.5 Km from Limassol City Centre, offering elegantly decorated accommodation overlooking the sapphire blue Mediterranean or the mountainous landscape. All rooms are centrally air-conditioned and heated, have a direct dial telephone, a safe box, a satellite T.V and a hairdryer. Iron and fridge are also available upon request.
Navarria Hotel offers to its guests swimming pools, an illuminate tennis court, table tennis, billiard, fully equipped health centre complete with a sauna and massage room. Across the street there is a glorious Sandy Beach, characteristic of the island. Also, free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the hotel & rooms.
Harmony Bay Hotel ***
Just yards from the sea, Harmony Bay Hotel is located in Limassol City and features
an outdoor pool and a sun terrace. It offers accommodations with a balcony.
Offering direct or side views of the Mediterranean Sea, each room here will
provide you with a flat-screen TV and satellite. Featuring a bath or shower, each
private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
At Harmony Bay Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the
property include luggage storage, a children's playground and a vending machine. WiFi is provided free of
charge.
Kapetanios Hotel ***
Kapetanios Limassol is a superior 3-star hotel situated in the most privileged area
of Limassol, only 100 meters from the beach and within easy walking distance
from the Zoo, the Municipal Gallery, the Archaeological Museum and the old city
centre.
The rooms are recently renovated with high quality laminate floor, new furniture and new TVs. Room facilities
include direct dial telephone, satellite TV, mini bar and hairdryer. Hotel facilities include lobby, bar, restaurant,
pool bar, two swimming pools (one indoor), and health club with sauna, jacuzzi and gym equipment. There is an
extensive entertainment programme throughout the year including Cyprus Night with folkloric show, and
International Night with live music. The hotel offers free wifi in all guest rooms and public areas.
The Caravel Hotel **
The pleasant Caravel Hotel offers accommodation in a tourist area of
Limassol. Behind the ancient facade of Caravel Hotel lies standard interior.
The property is set within 9 km distance from Limassol city center.
For a comfortable stay in Limassol Caravel Hotel offers rooms fitted with a minibar, climate control, a laptop-
compatible safe, flat-screen TV and a balcony. Some of the soundproof rooms enjoy a view of the sea. The
bathrooms come with a shower, a hairdryer and bath sheets for more comfort.
Guests can start their day with buffet breakfast served at the restaurant. Billiards and a terrace are provided in
the Poolside bar.
Caravel Hotel is around 55 minutes' drive from Larnaca International airport.
This property offers currency exchange, a baggage storage and a safe deposit box along with a meeting room
and a photocopier to answer the needs of all guests.
Cribs, a playground and a pool are available for children.
Pefkos Hotel ***
Located close to the old town of Limassol and Limassol Marina, the family-run Pefkos
Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool with a sun terrace. It offers rooms that open
to a balcony, enjoying Mediterranean Sea views. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas.
All rooms come with a satellite TV, mini fridge and air conditioning. They also have a
bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and a bath or shower.
Facilities include a conference centre. A shared lounge area with TV is featured.
A buffet breakfast is daily offered at Pefkos’ dining area. You can also enjoy a drink at the pool bar or try local
and international specialties at the on-site restaurant. The shopping centre is within walking distance.Limassol
Port is 3.8 km from the property, while Ladies Mile Beach can be reached within a 5-minute drive. Larnaca
International Airport is approximately 70 km away, and the international airport of Paphos is at a distance of 60
km. Free public parking is possible on site.
Blue Crane Hotel Apts ***
Blue Crane Hotel is located in the area of ancient Amathus, right on the
waterfront. It features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and offers free Wi-Fi.
All guest rooms are air conditioned and include a TV and a kitchenette. Guests of
Blue Crane can enjoy a drink at the bar, relax in the garden or go for long leisurely walks along Harmony Beach.
Hotel Blue Crane is situated less than 8 km away from the centre of Limassol. It is within walking distance from
several shops, restaurants, cafés, and night clubs.
Moniatis Hotel ***
Situated in the village of Yermasoyia Limassol in Cyprus, M.
Moniatis Hotel offers rooms featuring a balcony with views of the
surrounding mountains.
Hotel M. Moniatis is just a 10-minute drive from the heart of
Limassol, where guests can visit the Lemesos Medieval Museum and
the Grand Mosque. Germasogeia is a great choice for travellers interested i n tourism,
archeology and clubbing.
The rooms of Hotel M. Moniatis are decorated with warm, natural colours and wooden
furniture. All rooms have air conditioning, a TV, and a safety deposit box.
Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine in M. Monia tis Hotel’s buffet and à la carte
restaurant. The 2 bars serve a wide v ariety of drinks, light meals, and snacks.
Facilities include an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a sauna.
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, fax, photocopying servicesand laundry fac ilities.
Polyxeni Hotel Apts ***
Located in Ayios Tychonas district, Polyxeni Hotel is rated 3 stars and features a seasonal outdoor pool, a sunbathing terrace and an infinity pool. The hotel in Limassol attracts guests with its Mediterranean architecture.
Amathus Ruins is located just 1.7 km away. The city center lies within 10 km from the venue.
Quick access to restaurants, a zoo and bars is provided.
Polyxeni Hotel offers accommodation in complete with a laptop safe, coffee/tea makers, a seating area, a pantry and a writing desk. Some rooms come with a view of the Mediterranean Sea. Bathrooms with a bathtub, a shower and free toiletries are featured in every room.
Offering Italian and Greek dishes.
Polyxeni Hotel is around 55 minutes' drive from Larnaca International airport.
Guests can make use of 24-hour front desk, housekeeping and room service on site.
Polyxeni Hotel pleases guests with chairs and umbrellas on the beach.
Camp Geraklion Apts
is a unique place on Cyprus, which deserves attention of everyone for whom sports, strength, health, fitness and a desire to combine all this with sea-rest under the sun are not merely words. The camp is equipped according to the world level standards and focused on a broad range of sportsmen: from amateurs to professional athletes and sports stars. It provides everything you may need for comfortable accommodation, training process and recreational programs.
The technical capabilities allow to hold educational and training camps of individual sportsmen and teams, small scaled competitions in functional and strength training, and also seminars, master classes and lectures of the world top athletes.
The camp was opened in 2014 and is located in the centre of the Limassol tourist area, within two minutes’ walk from the sandy beach coast of the Mediterranean Sea and within ten minutes from the resort centre. The territory is well-groomed and has convenient access ways. In each room there are two bedrooms, sitting room, washroom and lavatory, kitchen, wi-fi and conditioning system.
All rates are quoted per room and night, including breakfast and all applicable taxes.
THE DEADLINE FOR ACCOMMODATION IS THE 1st OF MARCH, 2019.
Note: From the 2nd of March until the 1st of April 2019, a 10% increase will be
imposed on the above prices. However, after the 2nd of April 2019, the Cyprus
Karate Federation cannot guarantee the availability of any rooms.
The reservations for accommodation and transportation will be handled by the Cyprus
Karate Federation.
NOTES & CLARIFICATIONS
1. The Headquarter Hotel of the event will be Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel .
2. All prices are in euro. 3. Accommodation i s p r o v i d e d on a bed and breakfast basis. 4. The allocation of the rooms in the hotels will be on a priority basis, so delegations that have
preference for particular rooms, should arrange their reservations the soonest. 5. Accommodation reservations should be accompanied with the reservation form. 6. Please note that the official airports of the Republic of Cyprus are the International airports of Larnaca
and Pafos.
16.1 Transportation
Transportation will be organized by taxi, mini bus or bus, depending on the number of participants on each arrival.
• Depending on the number of persons in each delegation a bus or taxi or other vehicle will be used.
• The only official airports in Cyprus are Larnaca and Pafos International Airports. Transportation to
the hotels will be only offered from these airports.
HOTEL NAME STARS SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE QUATRIPLE
5 PERSONS
H/B (P/P)
ATLANTICA MIRAMARE - HQ **** €105.00 €150.00 €205.00 €23.00
AJAX **** €95.00 €115.00 €155.00 €20.00
CROWN PLAZA **** €180.00 €190.00 €230.00 €270.00
EPISKOPIANA *** €58.00 €80.00 €105.00 €17.00
HARMONY *** €85.00 €95.00 €135.00
NAVARIA *** €60.00 €80.00 €115.00 €12.00
KAPETANIOS *** €60.00 €80.00 €115.00 €20.00
PEFKOS *** €75.00 €90.00 €130.00 €17.00
BLUE CRANE *** €115.00 €125.00 €200.00 €18.00
MONIATIS *** €80.00 €100.00 €120.00 €14.00
CARAVEL ** €55.00 €75.00 €110.00 €14.00
POLYXENI APTS *** €80.00 €110.00 €140.00 €170.00 17.00
GERAKLION APTS A €80.00 €165.00 €215.00
TRANSPORTATION COST
Taxi Up to 4 persons €140.00
Minibus for 20-persons €30.00 p/p - min. 15 persons
Bus for 50-persons €25.00 p/p - min. 30 persons
The above prices are from Larnaca/Pafos airport to hotel and back from the hotel to Larnaca/Pafos
airport.
Transportation will be also offered from the official hotels to the stadium and vice versa at the cost of €5.00 per person (one time) - For delegations that has booked through Cyprus Karate Federation.
PAYMENTS
1. Delegations are requested to send a precise reservation, specifying the number of rooms with names. 2. T h e C y p r u s K a r a t e F e d e r a t i o n w i l l t h e n i s s u e a n d s e n d y o u a n i n v o i c e . A
deposit of 25% of the amount due is obligatory in order to obtain a fully confirmed reservation and full settlement needs to be done no later than the 10th of April, 2019
For delegations that have paid the full amount and then cancelled within 20 days prior to the event, 25% of the reservation cost will be withheld as cancellation fee.
3. Reservation and payment details will be done through Cyprus Karate Federation. 4. BANK DETAILS
Name: CYPRUS KARATE FEDERATION Account Name: 011701050314
INAB No.: CY940020001170000000105031400 Bank: Bank Of Cyprus Swift: BCYPCY2N
17 Visa Requirements
Every traveler must have a valid passport or EU ID card.
For more information, please refer to: http://www.mfa.gov.cy/mfa/HighCom/london.nsf/All/C5BC5D60E65345B280257BCD00401BF1?OpenDocument
18 Cyprus Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean and the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, located south of Turkey, west of Syria and Lebanon, northwest of Israel, north of Egypt, and southeast of Greece.
Surface Area: 9.251 km2
Population: 802. 500 (End 2002) Language: Greek is the official language. English is widely spoken. Capital: Nicosia
Climate: Mild; Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and cool winters. Time Zone: GMT +02:00
Electric Current: 240V/50Hz
18.1 City of Limassol
Limassol or Lemesos as pronounced in Greek is the second largest city in Cyprus and the most southern of Europe. It is also considered as one of the most attractive cities of the island. Its population is about 100,952 residents within the municipality borders and about 180 thousand in the surrounding rural areas. Limassol is well known for its rich night life as well as the largest port in the Middle East.
It is located at the most southern part of Cyprus, built amphitheatrically over the Acrotiri Bay, between two ancient cities of Amathounda to the east and Curium to the west.
Sites Today Limassol extends outside its municipality borders and its oldest part has been kept as a Historical center which begins from the roads next to the Old Port and extends to the east side of the beach.
Limassol has its own Archaeological Museum, an excellent Theatrical Museum and a Museum of Traditional Art. Also, there is a public park which has a small zoo and a large amphitheatre. In this Park, the celebrations for the Wine festival take place every September.
There are also other archaeological areas such as the Medieval Castle of Colossi, Curium, Iero of Apollona Ilati, the ancient city of Amathounda as well as the historical monasteries such as the Monastery of Agiou Georgiou Alamanou. A complex of water habitats is located at the Acrotiri Aliki of Limassol which is protected by the British Bases as a special protection zone.
Limassol has two ports known as Palio and Neo Limani. The new port of Limassol handles the largest number of passengers and merchandise. Through these ports, Cyprus exports grapes, wine, carobs and imports cereal, cars, machines, medicine an iron. Today Limassol has become the largest center of shipping management in Europe with more than 60 shipping company offices in town. Cyprus has the tenth largest shipping group in the world. Projects for the new Marina have been completed and it has been in operation since June 2014. The Marina can accommodate up to one thousand ships.
Limassol is also the capital of the wine production area in Cyprus which is located at the side of the Troodos Mountain and is the main area of important wine producing companies. The wines and cognacs which are produced in these areas, the most well-known being Comandaria are of excellent quality and have won many prizes at international exhibitions.
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Currency
The currency of Cyprus is the Euro - €, which is divided into 100 cents. Notes and coins
currently in circulation are as follows: Banknotes: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200 €500 There are coins in denominations of €2, €1, 50 cent, 20 cent, 10 cent, 5 cent, 2 cent and 1 cent. There are 100 cents to €1.
For u p to date exchange rates please go to the website of the Central Bank of Cyprus,
http://www.centralbank.gov.cy/
Banking Commercial banks in Cyprus offer a wide range of banking services in Euros, as well as
in foreign currencies, and have correspondents in most major cities around the world.
The banking hours for the public are: Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 13:30. Banks are closed at weekends
and on public holidays.
Banks at Larnaca and Pafos International Airports provide exchange bureau services on a 24-hour
basis. Hotels, large shops and restaurants normally accept credit cards and travelers’ cheques.
Banknotes of major foreign currencies are also acceptable. Rates of exchange are published daily in
the local press and are broadcast through the media.
A number of Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) operate on a 24hrs basis in central places of all towns.
Hotels, large shops, restaurants, etc. usually accept traveler’s cheques and major credit cards
Insurance
It is compulsory that all participants and members of the delegations have their own medical and personal trip insurance. The Cyprus Karate Federation and European Karate Federation as well as the Organizing Committee assume no liability or responsibility for the lack of insurance from participants and members of the delegations. The heads of the delegations have to sign the enclosed terms of responsibility and return it by 1st of April 2019 the latest.
19 Omissions As regards that the specific items are not expressly foreseen in the present bulletin
reference is to be made to the general rules and guidelines contained in WKF
Regulations.