Otherwise, it may not be received/processed in time for you to compete!
Please note that black belt athletes must provide their own LaJust sock protectors!
New SWUG selection procedures are posted.
Registration will be available soon!
Detail schedule is also online.
The 36th annual national collegiate taekwondo championships will held on April 9-10th in the Pavilion at the University of California Davis.
The competition is open to both color and black belt college students.
Location The event will be held in the UC Davis Pavilion.
Parking will be provided at the site.
Admission Admission for spectators is $5 at the door.
April 8th 2011
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Competitor Check In (At Hallmark Inn) |
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Colored Belt Weigh In (At Hallmark Inn) |
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Poomsae Seminar |
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Referee Meeting |
9:00 PM | NCTA General Assembly |
April 9th 2011
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | All Athletes Check In and Weigh In (At Pavilion) |
8:15 AM - 8:45 AM | Coaches' Meeting and Credential Pickup |
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM | Referee Meeting |
8:30 AM | Doors and Ticket Box Open for Spectators |
9:00 AM | Opening Ceremony |
9:15 AM | Color Belt Division Poomsae (Forms) |
Estimated 12:00 PM Begins Immediately After Poomsae | Color Belt Division Kyorugi (Sparring) |
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Black Belt Check In and Weigh In (At Pavilion) |
4:00 PM | Team Trial Poomsae (Forms) |
April 10th 2011
"Championship Sunday"
8:15 AM - 8:45 AM | Coaches' Meeting and Credential Pickup |
8:15 AM - 8:45 AM | Referee Briefing |
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM | Referee Meeting |
8:30 AM | Doors and Ticket Box Open for Spectators |
9:00 AM | Opening Ceremony |
9:15 AM | Black Belt Division Poomsae (Forms) |
11:00 AM | Black Belt Division Kyorugi (Sparring) |
6:00 PM | Closing Ceremony |
7:15 PM | Referee Banquet |
Hallmark Inn Located about 2 miles from the event venue.
Special event rate includes free hot breakfast and happy hour.
Call (530) 753-3600 by March 15th and use the code "Collegiate Taekwondo" to receive a special, unadvertised rate!
www.hallmarkinn.com
110 F Street, Davis, CA 95616
Please remember to submit the occupancy list when you reserve rooms!
University Inn Located about 2 miles from the event venue.
Recommended for those needing one suite.
Call (530) 756-0910 by March 15th and use the code "Collegiate Taekwondo" to receive a special, unadvertised rate!
www.universityparkinn.com
1111 Richards Boulevard, Davis, CA 95616
Click to view the event map.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) The closest airport to Davis and the one we recommend!
About a half hour drive to Davis.
www.sacairports.org
Driving directions to Hallmark Inn
Driving directions to University Inn
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) About one and a half hour drive to Davis.
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Driving directions to Hallmark Inn
Driving directions to University Inn
Oakland International Airport (OAK) About one and a half hour drive to Davis.
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Driving directions to Hallmark Inn
Driving directions to University Inn
The 2011 National Collegiate Taekwondo Championships will follow the latest USAT rules with additional eligibility requirements.
Poomsae competition will be judged using the revised WTF criteria. It is the duty of both competitors and coaches to read and understand the rules.
The NCTA team for the summer World University Games will be selected via these procedures.
Age |
Black belt sparring competitors must be born between January 1st, 1983 and December 31st, 1993. (Must be at least 17 and less than 28 years of age on January 1st, 2011). |
Citizenship |
Black belt sparring competitors must show proof of United States citizenship. A copy of a US passport, birth certificate, or naturalization papers are the only acceptable forms of proof and should be submitted with eligibility forms. |
Student Status |
All competitors must either: 1. be registered for at least 6 units of classes during the Spring 2011 term in an accredited 2-year, 4-year, or graduate college or university. Current students must submit a certification form or a letter from the college or university on that school's letterhead which includes all requested information. The certification must be produced and dated after January 30th, 2011. Photocopies for the certification of collegiate status will not be accepted. A student ID is not sufficient. 2. have graduated from an accredited 2-year, 4-year, or graduate college or university in 2010 or 2011. Graduates must submit an official transcript. |
Please see the registration page for eligibility forms.
Gear |
All uniforms and gear must follow standard WTF rules. Competitors are required to have: • Standard white, V-neck taekwondo uniform (black trim for black belts only) in good condition. • Properly-fitting WTF foam head gear, with no damage or cracks. • Foam or vinyl shin protector and forearm guard. Forearm guards with hand protectors attached are not allowed. • WTF-approved gloves. (Not mandatory for color belts.) • Groin protection (required for males), worn under uniform. • Mouth guard. • Colored belts must have their own red/blue hogus (chest protectors). Head gear and gloves can be white, red, or blue. If not white, they must correspond to the color of the chest gear. |
Electronic Gear |
The black belt division will use LaJust electronic sensor hogu. Black belt athletes must have their own LaJust electronic sock protectors. They may be purchased at LaJustSports.com. |
Taping | All taping must be signed off on by medical staff. |
Weight Divisions
Black Belts | Men | Women |
Fin | 54kg and Under | 46kg and Under |
Fly | Between 54kg and 58kg | Between 46kg and 49kg |
Bantam | Between 58kg and 63kg | Between 49kg and 53kg |
Feather | Between 63kg and 68kg | Between 53kg and 57kg |
Light | Between 68kg and 74kg | Between 57kg and 62kg |
Welter | Between 74kg and 80kg | Between 62kg and 67kg |
Middle | Between 80kg and 87kg | Between 67kg and 73kg |
Heavy | Over 87kg | Over 73kg |
Color Belts | Men | Women |
Fin/Fly | 58kg and Under | 49kg and Under |
Bantam/Feather | Between 58kg and 68kg | Between 49kg and 57kg |
Light/Welter | Between 68kg and 80kg | Between 57kg and 67kg |
Middle/Heavy | Over 80kg | Over 67kg |
Belt Divisions
Black Belts
Red Belts
Green/Blue Belts
White/Yellow Belts
Weight Divisions
Weight Division | Men | Women |
Fin-Feather | 68kg and Under | 57kg and Under |
Light-Heavy | Over 68kg | Over 57kg |
Belt Divisions
Belt Rank | Poomsae Requirement |
White/Yellow | Taeguek 1 or 2 |
Green | Taeguek 3 or 4 |
Blue | Taeguek 5 or 6 |
Red | Taeguek 7 or 8 |
1st Dan | Koryo |
2nd Dan | Keumgang |
3rd Dan Or Higher | Taebaek |
Categories
Division | Preliminaries | Semifinals | Finals |
Men's Individual | Taeguek 7 Jang Taeguek 8 Jang |
Koryo Keumgang |
Taebaek Pyongwon |
Women's Individual | Taeguek 5 Jang Taeguek 6 Jang |
Taeguek 8 Jang Koryo |
Keumgang Taebaek |
Mixed Pairs | Taeguek 8 Jang Koryo |
Keumgang Taebaek |
Pyongwon Shipjin |
Men's Team | Taeguek 7 Jang Taeguek 8 Jang |
Koryo Keumgang |
Taebaek Pyongwon |
Women's Team | Taeguek 5 Jang Taeguek 6 Jang |
Taeguek 8 Jang Koryo |
Keumgang Taebaek |
Please log in with your USAT account at usat.hangastar.com to register for the tournament!
Don't forget to reserve your hotel using a special discounted rate as described on the Travel page!
Please mail the following forms to:
UC Davis Taekwondo
Attn: 2011 NCTA Championships
P.O. Box 72538
424 3rd Street
Davis, CA 95617
NCTA Club Membership
Student Status Certification
Student Competition Record
Please do not use signature verification or return service when sending in your eligibility forms as it may significantly delay your paperwork!
Registering for NCTA Club Membership may be alternatively done online.
However, you will still need to mail the verification letter (page 2 of NCTA Club Membership form) separately!
Please do not forget to mail proof of citizenship along with the student forms.
Please complete the following liability waver and have it ready during check in at the tournament.
Student Liability Waiver