KUMITE TOURNAMENT

By signing this agreement, the parent or guardian consents to their child's participation in the tournament, acknowledging the inherent risks and affirming that the child is physically able to compete, while agreeing to abide by all the rules and regulations set forth by the tournament organizers.

By participating in the tournament, the parent or guardian grants permission for pictures and videos of their child to be taken and used for event promotion or other purposes as deemed appropriate by the tournament organizers, with the understanding that these media will be used without compensation or additional consent.

By participating in this Kumite Tournament, the participant acknowledges and accepts that they are fully responsible for their own warm-up and physical preparation prior to the event. The participant is advised to ensure they are in a suitable physical condition to engage in semi-contact sparring, understanding that improper preparation or failure to warm up adequately may increase the risk of injury.

Participants are also aware of the semi-contact nature of this tournament, where techniques must be controlled, and excessive force or uncontrolled strikes are strictly prohibited. Despite these safety measures, the participant recognises that injuries such as bruising, sprains, or other accidental harm may still occur due to the inherent physical nature of martial arts combat.

Additionally, all male participants are required to wear groin guards for their safety, and it is strongly recommended that female participants consider the use of a chest guard if they deem it necessary for protection. These protective measures are in place to minimise the risk of injury during sparring.

By agreeing to participate, the individual voluntarily assumes all risks associated with semi-contact sparring and acknowledges that while referees and officials will be present to enforce rules, accidents can happen. The participant agrees to release the tournament organisers, referees, coaches, medical staff, and all other related parties from any liability for injuries, medical conditions, or damages that may arise during their participation, including those resulting from contact during matches or inadequate personal preparation.

Furthermore, participants are encouraged to have adequate insurance coverage for any potential injuries sustained and to immediately inform tournament officials in the event of any medical issues before, during, or after the competition.