Test Tournament
Date: May 02, 2026 to May 02, 2026
Registration Fee:
Registration Fees Individual Events:
First Division $2.00 USD
$3 for each additional division.
Teams fees
Team event $10
2 Team events $105
3 team Events $135
Coaches Pass $25
Tournament Contact Information:
Don Faw
don@karatetmaster.com
5039892162
Venue:
MyPlace
123 Somewhere
MyTown, OR 97106
Tournament Information:
Tournament Info Packet: Open
Tournament Background:
Dear Sensei’s, Friends:
We invite you and your students to join us for our 53rd STEVESTON INVITATIONAL KARATE Tournament. on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at the Steveston Indoor Tennis Court beginning at 8:30 AM. We are planning well ahead to have a safe, fair, and friendly tournament. Events:
Kata: ALL DIVISIONS will use the FLAG SYSTEM except Team Kata.
- Flag system, single elimination (2 at a time) *
- No mandatory Kata required, Novice Divisions may repeat Kata’s, Intermediate+ cannot repeat kata in consecutive rounds (can alternate between two katas each round)
- WKF Div., repechage (1 at a time)
Kumite: All divisions are free sparring and stop time.
- First to 8 points wins.
- Up to 13 yrs: 1.5 minutes.
- 14 – 17 yrs & Masters: 2 minutes.
- WKF Div. (Sr. Women & Men’s Black Belt Div.) --- 3 minutes.
Awards are presented to 1st, 2nd, and two 3rd place for all divisions.
Coach Pass: A coaching pass will be provided for every $400 of entry fees from one club.
Entry Wrist Band Pickup: Tournament Day Desk at Marshalling (will be at the dojo) will open at 8:00AM and close at 10:00AM.
Officials Meeting: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Tournament Official room at 8:15 am (Sharp)
Preferred Hotel Rates:
Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport
7311 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC V6X 1A3
Tel: 1-800-663-2878 or 604-278-5555
- Complimentary airport shuttle between 6am-10:30pm.
- Complimentary WiFi access in the guestrooms.
- Complimentary parking for overnight guests.
- 2 Double Beds/Queen One Bedroom Junior Suit *CA $199 per night plus tax.
- Deadline for this special offer rate: Feb. 3rd, 2026
- Say ‘53rd Steveston Karate Tournament’ or group code ‘110345’ when you book.
- Book by phone: 604-278-5555
- Link: Executive Hotel Reservation
Liability Release and Consent:
TOKON MARTIAL ARTS, LLC
GENERAL RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY — THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT
I, the undersigned participant and/or parent or legal guardian of the minor participant named below, acknowledge and agree as follows:
1. VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION
I understand that participation in any program, class, event, activity, or service offered, organized, hosted, sponsored, or facilitated by Tokon Martial Arts, LLC (“Activities”) is voluntary. Activities may include, but are not limited to, martial arts instruction, sparring (including point sparring), conditioning, tournaments, camps, seminars, workshops, demonstrations, testing, social events, parent programs, travel-related activities, and other related programs, whether conducted on a single day or multiple days, and whether held on-site, offsite, or during travel.
2. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand and expressly acknowledge that participation in martial arts and related physical activities involves inherent and foreseeable risks, including but not limited to:
- Physical contact with other participants
- Falls, collisions, or impacts
- Cuts, bruises, sprains, strains, or muscle injuries
- Broken bones or joint injuries
- Concussion or head injury
- Permanent injury, paralysis, or death
I understand that injuries may occur even when all safety rules, supervision, training standards, and protective equipment are followed. I knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly assume all risks, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, inherent or incidental, arising from participation in the Activities.
3. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by California law, I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE,AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE Tokon Martial Arts, LLC, together with all of its past, present, and future owners, members, managers, officers, directors, trustees, administrators, instructors, coaches, employees, volunteers, agents, representatives, contractors, referees, judges, officials, insurers, affiliates, successors, and assigns, as well as host facilities, venue owners, landlords, lessors, municipalities, co-sponsors, and event partners (collectively, the “Released Parties”), from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of or related to participation in the Activities.
This release includes claims arising from the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties, but does not apply to gross negligence, willful misconduct, or conduct prohibited by law.
4. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to:
- My participation or the participation of the minor named below
- My actions or omissions, or those of the minor
- Claims brought by third parties arising from participation in the Activities
5. MINOR PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT
If the participant is a minor, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant.
I understand that under California law, a parent or guardian may not waive a minor’s future personal injury claims in all circumstances. Nevertheless, I expressly agree to:
- Assume all risks on behalf of the minor
- Agree to this Release and Indemnification in my individual capacity
- Indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims brought by or on behalf of the minor arising out of participation in the Activities
6. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
I certify that the participant is physically and medically able to participate in the Activities. In the event of an injury, illness, or medical emergency, I authorize Tokon Martial Arts, LLC and its representatives to obtain emergency medical care or treatment deemed reasonably necessary.
I understand and agree that I am financially responsible for any medical care provided.
7. PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND SUPERVISION
I agree to:
- Follow all rules, instructions, and safety guidelines
- Use only approved protective equipment and ensure proper fit
- Conduct myself (and ensure the minor conducts themselves) in a safe, respectful, and sportsmanlike manner
- Accept responsibility for personal equipment and belongings
I understand that Tokon Martial Arts, LLC does not provide constant or one-on-one supervision and that participation requires personal responsibility appropriate to the participant’s age, maturity, and ability.
8. COMMUNICABLE DISEASE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I understand that participation in group activities involves the risk of exposure to communicable diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19 or other illnesses. I agree not to participate if experiencing symptoms of illness or if advised by a medical professional to refrain from participation.
9. TRANSPORTATION AND TRAVEL
This agreement applies to Activities occurring before, during, or after scheduled programs, including travel to and from Activities, whether by private vehicle, third-party transportation, or other means.
10. PROGRAM CHANGES AND CANCELLATION
I understand that Tokon Martial Arts, LLC reserves the right to modify schedules, activities, locations, instructors, rules, or cancel any Activity due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to weather, facility conditions, staffing, safety concerns, or power interruptions. I waive any claims arising from such changes or cancellations.
11. PHOTO AND MEDIA RELEASE
I grant Tokon Martial Arts, LLC permission to use photographs, video recordings, or other media of the participant taken during the Activities for promotional, educational, or informational purposes in any media, without compensation. This permission is irrevocable.
12. UNKNOWN CLAIMS (CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE §1542)
I expressly waive any rights under California Civil Code §1542, which states:
“A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in their favor at the time of executing the release, which if known must have materially affected their settlement with the debtor or released party.”
I understand and agree that this release applies to all claims, whether known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected, arising from participation in the Activities.
13. CONTINUING EFFECT
This agreement shall remain in effect for all current and future participation in the Activities unless revoked in writing by Tokon Martial Arts, LLC.
14. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE
I agree that this agreement may be executed electronically and that an electronic or digitalsignature shall have the same force and effect as an original handwritten signature.
15. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of California, and any legal action shall be brought exclusively in Sacramento County, California.
16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements or understandings. I am not relying on any representations outside of this document.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND SIGNATURE
I UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I AM GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY.