CODE OF CONDUCT / DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS:

Any person registered for the event that is causing unfavorable situations either prior to, during, or after the 2011 Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic is subject to disciplinary action as decided by the Arbitration Board. In particular, the use of alcohol or drugs by athletes, coaches, officials, or staff during the course of the event will disqualify the guilty individual from further competition. There are no warnings for alcohol or drug consumption by underage participants.

RENO-TAHOE TAEKWONDO CLASSIC CODE OF CONDUCT

The following outline is the Code of Conduct for Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic. The Code is for all athletes, coaches, tournament staff, international referees and staff members to fully abide by when participating in any and all Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic event(s). Failure to comply with the following guidelines can result in the removal from an event, dismissal from future Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic events, and/or the complete suspension from participation as a competitor, coach or staff member in future Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic events.

1. One will act in a manner consistent with the spirit of fair play and responsible conduct.
2. One will acknowledge, respect and adhere to the authority of Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic appointed event staff and tournament staff if necessary.
3. One will fully comply with Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic uniform requirement.
4. One will maintain an appropriate level of fitness to promote optimal athletic performance.
5. One will refrain from the excessive use of performance-limiting drugs, including, but not limited to, tobacco and alcohol.
6. One will refrain from using any substance on the Olympic Movement Anti-Doping Code, as enforced by USADA.
7. One will abide by the policies and rules established by Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic.
               
8. One will respect others, including coaches, competitors, officials, and spectators.
9. One will not engage in, nor tolerate, any form of verbal, physical or sexual abuse.
10. One will respect the property of others.
11. One will refrain from illegal or inappropriate behavior that would deter from a positive image of oneself and Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic.
12. One will maintain a positive attitude and act in a way that will bring honor to oneself, the staff and the sport of Taekwondo, Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic.

Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic recognizes that this Code does not establish a comprehensive set of rules that prescribes every aspect of appropriate behavior.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND PARENTAL CONSENT AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

• In consideration of your acceptance of my entry or that of the minor child, I do hereby, for myself or the minor child, my heirs, executors, and administrators waive, release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless any and all rights and claims for damages which I may have or may accrue to me against Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic and for its states and district associations, this athletic meet, it's organizing committee, the United States Olympic Committee, the 2011 Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic, the World Taekwondo Federation, and all members of this athletic meet, or their respective officers, committees, medical committee, agents, representatives, successors, sponsors, advertisers, volunteers, owners and lesser of premises on which the athletic meet takes place, assignees and against any competitor for any and all damages which may be sustained by me or the minor child, in connection with my association with or entry in the above athletic meet, or which may arise out of traveling to, participating in, and returning from this athletic meet. I understand that all entry fees are nonrefundable.
• I understand the nature of Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic activities and believe that my experience and capabilities, or that of the minor child, to be qualified to participate in this athletic meet. I understand that Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic activities involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis and death. These risks and dangers may be caused by myself or the minor child's own actions, or inactions, and/or the actions or inactions of others participating in the athletic meet.
• If the minor child or I are selected, I agree to be drug tested pursuant to the United States Olympic Committee National Anti-Doping Program, as amended. I understand that such drug testing may take place at any time during the competition. If the minor child or I fail to show up at the athletic meet, for any reason, I knowingly forfeit this competition and all applicable registration fees. I further understand that any pictures taken of the minor child or Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic may use me in connection with this athletic meet for publicity or promotion without compensation.
• I have read this agreement, fully understand it's terms, understand that I or the minor child have given up substantial rights by accepting it and have accepted it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by the law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid that the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.


Registration fees are non-refundable, this includes training injuries or any other withdrawls once your application is received by the Reno-Tahoe Taekwondo Classic Office.

Referees: please note that by registering, you have not been officially appointed for this event; this is an application only. Appointed referees will be notified by email, at which time the appointment may be either accepted or declined.




ALL participants, coaches, and referees must provide a photo ID at the time of checkin. Acceptable forms of ID are Drivers License, Passport, or school ID. If photo ID is not available, please provide a copy of your birth certificate. You will not be issued a credential without this photo ID. NO EXCEPTIONS!