Organizers of the 12th edition of the CK Classic International Open Taekwondo Championships which will be held from 23 to 25 August 2018 in Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam, Selangor, are looking for national referees to officiate at the tournament.
National referees who are interested to officiate in the tournament may send in their application to stkdf@mail.com by Monday 2 April 2018.
More details will be provided for the selected referees upon appointment.
The Singapore Taekwondo Federation will be conducting a Poomsae Coach Upgrading Course on Wednesday 4 April 2018 from 9.00am to 3.00pm at J H Kim (Bukit Timah), 200 Turf Club Rd, 02-02/03, Singapore 287994.
The following are the other course details.
| Objectives | To provide opportunities for coaches to be better qualified and informed in poomsae.To help them to prepare for their upgrading.To equip them with the performance skills. |
| Contents | Introductory Taeguek to Pyongwon (Revision for all participants)Sipjin to Hansoo (Learning of Poomsae for Level 3 participants) |
| Eligibility | Coaches with Level 1 or 2 qualifications (Upgrading)Coaches with Level 3 (Revision)Poom belts and black belts who are interested in learning higher dan poomsae |
| Dress Code | ‘Dobok’ |
| Certification | Level 3 certification for Level 2 coachesLevel 2 certification for Level 1 coachesCertificate of Participation for the rest |
| Fees | Level 3 certification – $117.70Level 2 certification – $96.30Others – $53.50 |
| Closing Dates | Closing date: Monday 2 April 2018 – Stipulated FeesAfter closing date – $160.50 (Level 3) / $139.10 (Level 2) / $96.30 (Others) |
An assessment will be conducted at the end of the course.
Successful participants at the recently completed Poomsae Coach Course may also attended the upgrading course.
Coaches are reminded that the Poomsae Coach (Level 2) is a requirement for all local coaches who wish to coach at at the National School Games and National Poomsae tournaments.
The registration form is available in the Form folder.
The NCAP (Level 2) Technical Course will be held on 7, 8, 14, 15 & 21 April 2018 at the STF National Training Centre.
We wish to remind all coaches that the NCAP (Level 2) Technical will be a requirement for all local coaches who wish to coach at national-level competitions, namely the National Inter-Schools and National Kyorugi Championships.
We encourage coaches to upgrade themselves for the benefits of their students.
If you have not achieved your Level 2 qualification, this will be your chance to do so before the National School Games Taekwondo Championships which will begin on Tuesday 10 April 2018. Coaches who attend this course will be given temporary access into the field of play.
The registration form is available in the Forms folder and course details are attached.
The NCAP (Level 1) retest results will be released within a week. Successful participants may register for the Level 2 course. They will only receive the Level 2 qualification if they have successfully completed the course and Level 1 practical attachment.
The draw list for the 2018 National International Schools Taekwondo Championships are attached.
All participating schools and coaches are advised to attend the briefing and drawing of lots which will be held on Wednesday 28 March 2018 from 4.00pm at the STF National Training Centre.
Please bring along a copy of the draw list. All amendments or corrections must be made before the commencement of the draws.
The drawing of lots for the 2018 National School Games Taekwondo Championships will held on Thursday 22 March 2018 at the following times at the STF National Training Centre.
– Primary (Junior & Senior Divisions)
2.30pm
– B & C Divisions
2.30pm (after the Primary) to 4.00pm
– A Division
4.00pm onwards
School officials and coaches are encouraged to attend the session. The program and draw lists are attached.
One of the current head kick rules has been found wanting as many coaches are of the opinion that it is not correct to penalize athletes for kicking high even though there is no contact to the opponent’s head. As the beauty of taekwondo is in its high kicks, the rule restricts the athletes to middle-section kicks and allows them to disregard the need to protect themselves against head shots.
While they agree that it is necessary to have competitions which forbid head kicks to provide additional safety for the participants, they support the removal of the current rule of giving a ‘Gam-jeom’ for every high kick without contact and disqualifying athletes for accumulating four such penalties.
The new rule will put the responsibility on the attacker to control his or her kicks and the defender to avoid high kick techniques. Although the defender will win if there is contact to the head resulting from a head shot, we believe that it will not be the way that any athlete wants to win.
In summary, high kicks with no contact to the head will NOT attract a ‘Gam-jeom’ penalty. However, if any kick touches or hits the opponent’s head, the offender will be declared loser by referee’s punitive declaration.
Coaches are allowed to encourage their players in the contest area to engage in the match. They are also permitted to shout instructions to guide the players in terms of the use of techniques and tactics. However, coaches shall not take this allowance to provide loud and excessive coaching. The referee reserves the right to hand the appropriate penalty based on his discretion if the coach continues with the behavior after being signaled to slow down.
If a coach believes strongly that his or her appeal for video replay has not been clearly communicated to the review jury, he or she may confirm with the referee. For example, the coach asks for video replay to invalidate 3 points for attack after kalyeo. The request is accepted and the referee only invalidates the score without giving a penalty. In this case, the coach may clarify with the referee in a civil manner if the request has been communicated correctly. He or she only needs to raise his or her hand and the referee shall approach him or her.
This new rule is not a licence for the coach to challenge the decision of the video review jury. If the message to the review jury is correct, the coach shall accept the outcome. There shall be no discussion or dispute at the arena.
Note: The amended rules will apply from 1 April 2018. In order to further enhance the safety of the sport, headgear with face shield will be used for all 17 and under ‘kyorugi’ events together with the implementation of the rules.
The retest results for the Poomsae Coach Courses held in January & February 2018 are attached.
Successful coaches may apply for the Poomsae Coach Pass L1P (without NCAP L1) or Poomsae Coach Pass L1 at the STF Secretariat during office hours. Applications must be made at least 1 week before competition.
The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) Secretariat will be closed during the following period as all the staff will be involved in the National School Games Taekwondo Championships which will be held at Toa Payoh Sports Hall.
– Tuesday to Friday 10 to 13 April 2018
– Monday to Friday 16 to 20 April 2018
For urgent matters, you may call upon the staff at the Sports Hall.
The STF apologizes for any inconvenience caused.
Before you buy taekwondo uniforms for yourself or your students, please ensure that they comply with Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) uniform code. Failure to do so will put your students at a disadvantage during grading, tournaments or other STF activities.
Recently we have seen uniforms with brands boldly emblazoned on the left upper sleeves making it necessary to place STF logo at the elbow or even lower.
The left upper sleeve is reserved for STF logo. No uniform brand should appear above it.
While the STF has informed its official uniform vendors to take note of the requirements, members should not purchase uniforms with brand logos or names on the left sleeve.
Cheok Choon Kiat, a taekwondo member of Bishan Community Club and student of Rocky Go, had received numerous compliments for his excellent customer service as a sale staff of Under Armour in Vivocity.
Some of the compliments received are reproduced below.
Choon Kiat attributed his demeanour to his taekwondo training. Said Choon Kiat, “My taekwondo training under Sir Rocky had taught me to be patient, confident, compassionate and understanding. This has put me in good stead not only in my work attitude but also my daily life.”
Well done, Choon Kiat! You have done not only yourself but taekwondo proud. You serve as an excellent role model for the taekwondo community.
Keep up the good work!
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