Clubs organizing supplementary grading are reminded to ensure that
· the grading area is safe and adequate for the conduct of the assessments,
· the physical arrangement is appropriate for the activity,
· the parents are given a comfortable place to wait for their children if they are not allowed to watch the grading, and
· the candidates do not have to wait too long to be graded.
Organizers of supplementary grading should find out from Jolene the examiners assigned to their respective centers. If the examiners do not turn up 15 minutes before the start of the grading, they should call the examiners immediately. If the examiners cannot be reached, organizers should call Sebastian Lee (Grading Chairman) at 9768 8418 for alternative arrangement.
The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) will also provide the contact numbers of organizers to the examiners so that they will be in communication if there are unforeseen circumstances.
It is the responsibility of all organizers to report to STF Secretariat by email if any examiner is late for his or her assignment.
This is necessary because the STF has no tolerance for tardiness on the part of its examiners as it will not only incur the wrath of the parents but also tarnish the image of the other examiners and the STF. What’s more, the candidates’ performances may be adversely affected.
The STF would like to take this opportunity to put on record its appreciation to all coaches, parents and candidates for their patience and understanding and apologies if they have been distressed or inconvenient in any way during the grading.
All club officials, parents and parents are advised to take note of the following information on the Centralized Grading which will be held on Sunday 16 October 2016 at ITE College Central.
Parking
Parking is free. Plese do not park indiscriminately.
Grading Venue
The grading will be conducted in the indoor sports hall which is located in Block F (Level 4). There will be directional signs leading to the hall.
An easier way to the hall would be to look out for the Subway outlet. Take the escalator next to the outlet which will lead directly to Level 4.
A map of ITE College Central, which includes the available buses to the institution, is attached.
If you require any further clarification or information, you may contact Mr Sebastian Lee (Grading Chairman) at 978 8418 or the Secretariat at 6345 1491.
The next ‘dan’ promotion course comprising lectures, training and exclusive promotion tests will be held on 5, 6 & 12 November 2016 at the STF National Training Centre.
More details are as follows.
Dates : Saturday 5 November 2016 Sunday 6 November 2016 Saturday 12 November 2016
Time : 1.30pm to 4.30pm (5 November 2016) 2.30pm to 5.30pm (6 November 2016) Test – 1.30pm onwards (12 November 2016)
Venue : STF National Training Centre
Dress Code : ‘Dobok’
Course Fees : 1st dan to 2nd Dan – $200
2nd dan to 3rd Dan – $250
3rd dan to 4th Dan – $300
4th dan to 5th Dan – $350
5th dan to 6th Dan – $400
6th dan to 7th Dan – $500
Test : According to the normal grading requirements.
Registration : Same procedure adopted for ‘dan’ applicants in the centralized grading.
Closing Date : On or before Monday 31 October 2016 – Stipulated fees
After closing date – +$80 late fee
The registration form and Promotion Test Form B are available in the Forms folder. Both forms must be submitted upon application with the necessary supporting documents.
Candidates may apply for a maximum of a two-dan promotion if they meet the following time-frame for the grades.
1st to 3rd dan
4 years 6 months
2nd to 4th dan
6 years
3rd to 5th dan
8 years
4th to 6th dan
10 years
5th to 7th dan
12 years
The fee payable will be for both grades.
All applications are subjected to recommendations by the Chairman of the Board of Examiners in consultation with the other senior examiners and approval by STF President. Applicants may also be asked to attend an interview, if required.
The programme, fixtures and protector sizes for the PA-STF Taekwondo Championships 2016, which will be held on 8 & 9 October at Toa Payoh Sports Hall, are attached.
Club officials are reminded that only coaches with passes are allowed to enter the field of play with their players.
Male and female players are required to wear the following equipment on entering the arena: head gear (blue or red only), trunk protector, forearm guard, shin guard, groin guard, gloves and mouth piece. Daedo PSS will be used for all categories. The organizer will ONLY provide the PSS head gear, trunk protector and sensing socks for the Senior Divisions. Head gear will NOT be provided for the Cadet, Young Junior & Junior Divisions.
Recycled sensing socks will be provided. If competitors are concerned with the hygiene, they may purchase them at the venue. The cost of the sensing socks is S$90 per pair.
Volunteers and referees are to report to Mr Andy Lee (Tournament Chairman) on the following days and times.
If you require any clarifications, please do not hesitate to call Mr Andy Lee (Tournament Chairman) at 9106 4421 or any of the Secretariat staff at 6345 1491.
The STF would like to take this opportunity to wish all participants a smooth, successful and memorable tournament.
Congratulations to the following participants who had successfully completed the inaugural Sparring Course (Level 2) held on 17, 18 & 25 September 2016 at the STF National Training Centre.
– Liew Kong Yong Ronnie (JH Kim TKD Main)
– Tang Shun Loong Albert (Jurong Town TKD)
– Ganesan s/o Sundaram (Jurong Town TKD)
– Chng Wei Li Veronica (KTMA)
– Teoh Hock Ming (Raiders TKD)
– Yap She Pin Shandy (St Teresa TKD)
– Low Sze Sheng Brandon (Taekwondonomics)
– Liew Jun Xian (Team Spectrum TKD)
Successful candidates will be exempted from sparring when they go for their 2nd to 3rd poom or dan grading.
The competitors’ list and blank fixtures for the 2016 PA-STF Taekwondo Championships are attached.
All participating clubs are advised to send at least one representative for the briefing and drawing of lots which will be held on Sunday 25 September 2016 from 4.30pm at the STF National Training Centre.
Please bring along a copy of the competitors list and blank fixtures. All amendments or corrections must be made before the commencement of the drawing of lots. No changes will be allowed once the draws have been conducted.
The 40th Annual General Meeting has been scheduled to be held on Saturday, 22 October 2016 at 2.30pm at the STF National Training Centre, Block 80 Lorong Limau #04-191, Singapore 320080.
All resolutions for the meeting should be submitted to the
Secretary-General
Singapore Taekwondo Federation
260A Tanjong Katong RoadSingapore 437048
by Friday 7 October 2016.
The agenda for the meeting and the Committee’s reports will be forwarded to you in due course.