USAMA 4 Star Event

"The USAMA, established in honor of James Hawkes, carries on the tradition of fair competition and sharing of knowledge for the betterment of the martial artists." – Tim VanDenover, Rising Sun Karate

Online Registration at: www.jimhawkeskarate.com

Most Supportive School Awards: $200.00 Cash to 1st place plus Beautiful Plaque; $100.00 Cash to 2nd plus Place Beautiful Plaque

Seminar: Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 Kurt Spivey – Indianapolis Police Detective & SWAT

Personal Self Defense Techniques and Strategies! Jim Hawkes Karate Dojo

207 Candelaria RdNW #A, Albuquerque , NM

U.S. Association of Martial Artists Annual Jim Hawkes Memorial Tournament

September 21, 2019 Tournament Divisions

FORMS (KATA) DIVISIONS

Black Belt Men (2 div*) Black Belt Men Masters* Black Belt Women Black Belt Women (65 & over)* Adult Kyu Executives (40 & over) Brown Belt Men Brown Belt Women Intermediate Men Intermediate Women Beg. Men (1st Three Belts) Beg. Women (1st Three Belts) 16-17 Yr. old Beg, Int., & Adv. 14-15 Yr. old Beg, Int., & Adv. 12-13 Yr. old Beg, Int., & Adv. 10-11 Yr. old Beg, Int., & Adv. 8-9 Yr. old Beg, Int., & Adv. 6-7 Yr. old Beg. & Adv. 5 Yr. olds & under

WEAPON DIVISIONS

Black Belt Men Black Belt Women Adult Kyu 14-17 Yr. olds (Beg., Int., & Adv.) 10-13 Yr. olds (Beg., Int., & Adv.) 9 Yr. olds & under (Beg. & Adv.) * Minimum of 3 competitors to make a division.

SPARRING (KUMITE) DIVISIONS

Black Belt Men (2 div*) Black Belt Women (2 div*) Adult Kyu Executive Men (40 & over) Adult Kyu Executive Women (40 & over) Brown Belt Men Brown Belt Women Intermediate Men Intermediate Women Beg. Men (1st Three Belts) Beg. Women (1st Three Belts) 16-17 Yr. old Males Beg, Int., & Adv. 16-17 Yr. old Females Beg, Int., & Adv. 14-15 Yr. old Males Beg, Int., & Adv. 14-15 Yr. old Females Beg, Int., & Adv. 12-13 Yr. old Males Beg, Int., & Adv. 12-13 Yr. old Females Beg, Int., & Adv. 10-11 Yr. old Males Beg, Int., & Adv. 10-11 Yr. old Females Beg, Int., & Adv. 8-9 Yr. old Males Beg, Int.,* & Adv. 8-9 Yr. old Females Beg, Int.,* & Adv. 6-7 Yr. old Beg. & Adv. 5 Yr. olds & under

CHANBARA DIVISIONS (Equipment provided)

Adult Men 12-13 Yr. olds Adult Women 10-11 Yr. olds 16-17 Yr. olds 8-9 Yr. olds 14-15 Yr. olds 7 Yr. olds & under

KOSHIKI (ARMORED MULTI-POINT SPARRING) DIVISIONS *** (Equipment provided)

Adult Men (2 div*)*** Adult Women 14-17 Yr. olds (2 div*)*** 10-13 Yr. olds (2 div*)*** 9 Yr. olds & under (2 div*)***

TAKE DOWN SPARRING (TDS) DIVISIONS ***

Adult Men (2 div*)*** Adult Women 14-17 Yr. olds (2 div*)*** 10-13 Yr. olds (3 div*)*** 9 Yr. olds & under (3 div*)***

*** These divisions are determined by age, weight and belt level upon discretion of promoter and the chief referee or chief bracketer.

Note: Adult Kyus are 18 yr. olds & over & under the rank of Black Belt.

Equipment: Traditional uniforms for Forms & Weapons. Sparring & Koshiki uniforms Must cover elbows. Foam Safety equipment (head, hands, feet) is required for all Sparring divisions. All Sparring, Chanbara, TDS, and Koshiki divisions require mouthpieces for all competitors, and Groin protection for all male competitors. Also, no regular eyeglasses allowed, however, safety sport goggles are allowed. TDS competitors must wear approved caged headgear, rash guard, open hand gloves, & shin guards. Female competitors must wear sport bra.

Point Sparring: 5 points for all divisions. 2 minutes fighting time. Light (touch) face contact Adult Brown & Black Belts Only (No rocking of the head). No face contact for Youth, Novice Adults, or Colored Belt Adults. Target areas are: Head (excluding the top of the head), Face (adult brown belts and black belts only may lightly touch the face; youth competitors and adults under brown belt may score to the face, provided there is NO contact), neck (except throat area and back of neck), Chest, Abdomen, Back (excluding shoulders and spine), and Groin.

Chanbara: Chanbara competition involves combat with weapons made of the new piston-flex plastic with cushioned padding covering the striking surface. The Chanbara matches at this event will be with the sword (provided). The first competitor to reach three points shall be declared the winner. Target areas are: All main parts of the body, Head, Torso, Legs, and Arms.

Koshiki: Headgear and Chest Protector will be provided. A competitor may score with hands, feet, elbows (except to the head), or knees. Two points will be awarded for a properly executed, scoring kick to the head. All other properly executed, scoring techniques will be awarded one point. At the end of two minutes, whichever competitor has the most points wins.

Take Down Sparring: Caged head guard, open hand gloves, shin guards, groin cup (males) sport bra (females), and mouth-piece. There will be two 1 minute rounds. You will be judged on striking, take down and grappling. Punching, kicking and leg kicks are allowed. No groin shots and no elbow or knee strikes. Referee may stop the fight if submission is locked in or by unanswered punches or by tap out. Referee decision must be accepted and respected for the safety of the competitor.

Disqualification: A competitor may be disqualified for excessive contact, illegal techniques, or unsportsmanlike conduct and not entitled to a refund nor allowed to fight in any further fighting events. Coaches and Spectators' unsportsmanlike conduct may also be cause for a competitor’s disqualification.

Annual Jim Hawkes Memorial Tournament & Seminars

Hosted by Kyoshi Sue Hawkes

SEPTEMBER 21 - 22, 2019 in Albuquerque, NM Must Register by September 11, 2019 to Receive Any Discounts

USAMA 4 Star **** Sanctioned Tournament (September 21st) Kurt Spivey Self Defense Seminar (September 22nd)

Entry Form

USAMA Members who Register by September 11th Receive $10.00 off Individual Competitor Fee! USAMA Members 65 yrs & over who Register by September 11tht Receive $20.00 off Individual Competitor Fee!

PreRegistered (Non-USAMA Members) Receive $5.00 off Competitor Fee! NMSKA Adult Black Belt Members who Register by September 11tht, Attend Black Belt Meeting, & Judge, Receive $20.00 off Individual Competitor Fee!

NAME _________________________________________________ Competitor’s AGE on Sept. 11, 2019 _______ ADDRESS__________________________________CITY_______________________STATE_____ZIP___________ Circle TIME IN MARTIAL ARTS ______ YEARS ______ MONTHS SEX M / F PHONE ______________________ USAMA MEMBER #________________________ BELT RANK (Dan Level, if applicable): ______________________ SCHOOL_____________________________________ INSTRUCTOR_______________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS_______________________________

Please Register me for the following Competitor Events:

One Event $55.00 * Additional Events $5.00 each

________ Forms (Kata) ________ Sparring (Kumite) ________ Weapons (Kobudo)

________ Chanbara ________ TDS (Take Down Sparring) ________ Koshiki (Armored Multi-Point Sparring)

Number of Competitor Events: ________ - Total Amount for Competitor Events: $ ___________

Please Register me for the Kurt Spivey Self Defense Seminar:

________ $20.00 Pre-Registered *** ________ $25.00 At Door

I understand that karate is a contact sport. I am aware that I am participating in an activity which involves physical contact and injuries may occur which may potentially involve bodily harm or even death and do so at my own risk. I waive any claim or cause of action I may have against the promoters of the tournament, Sue Hawkes, Jim Hawkes Karate Inc., St. Therese Catholic School, the judges, other competitors, & the U.S. Association of Martial Artists Inc. that may arise out of my participation in this tournament. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the promoter, Sue Hawkes, Jim Hawkes Karate Inc., St. Therese Catholic School, the judges, & the U.S. Association of Martial Artists Inc. for any injuries or damages which may arise due to my participation in the tournament. I state that I do not suffer from any physical and/or mental conditions which may affect my participation in this tournament. I further agree to conduct myself in a sportsmanlike and safe manner and understand if I fail to do so, I may be disqualified from the tournament and not entitled to a refund. Competitor’s Signature*_______________________________________________________Date___________________ * (Parent or guardian must sign if under 18) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..........................................................…

Fee for Competitor Events Entered …………………………………………………………………………………...… Total: $ _________

USAMA Member Discount or USAMA Member 65 & over Discount or PreRegistered Non-Member Discount or NMSKA Adult Black Belt Member Discount ……………..(Must Register by September 11th)…………... Discount: $ - ________

Number of Spectator Tickets ________ (4 & under FREE) ………………………………….……5.00 each .………. Total: $ _________

Fee for Seminar ............................….……………………………………………………….………………………..… Total: $ _________

Payment Enclosed ………………………………………………………………………………..………………..…… Total: $ _________

Adult Kyu Competitors 40 yrs. & over, Check Here _____ If NOT competing in Executive Divisions