Final Update for the US Open Taekwondo Hanmadang
Bag Policy at Ed Robson Arena
Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy. Large purses, backpacks, duffle bags, and drawstring bags are prohibited. Exceptions will be made for medically necessary equipment and diaper bags but they but will need to be inspected and cleared by Ed Robson Arena staff.
Athletes are not subject to the clear bag policy and will be permitted to bring in their own sparring bag or equipment bag. However, athletes will have to present their participant badge at security and their bags (and weapons if applicable) will need to be inspected and cleared by Ed Robson Arena staff.
Participants and spectators will be allowed to leave and re-enter the arena but their bags will need to be re-inspected. Please make sure you bring your athletes credential bag or spectator ticket for reentry.
Food Available at Ed Robson Arena
Due to arena policy, no outside food or drink is allowed in the arena. Participants can bring in reusable water bottles into the arena. They must be emptied prior to entering the arena.
Individuals with dietary restrictions will be allowed to bring in their own meals. It is recommended that athletes bring a doctor’s note.
In cooperation with the Arena there will be some healthy options available for purchase. Please see the menu below
Parking Near the Arena
It is recommended that participants park in a city operated parking garage. City operated parking garages have rates of $1.25 per hour, with a daily maximum of $9. Evening rates are $1 all evening and weekends. Parking in privately operated garages or surface lots throughout Downtown can be up to four, six or even 10 times higher than the rates offered at municipal garages.
Spectator Tickets
Spectator tickets are no longer available for pre-order online. However; spectator tickets will be available for purchase Thursday at participant badge pick-up from 2:00 – 10:00 PM at the pre-order price.
Friday General Admission – $29
Friday Premier/Club Level (only 25 remaining ) – $39
Saturday General Admission – $19
Saturday Premier/Club Level (only 20 remaining) – $29
Spectator tickets will also be available for purchase Friday and Saturday for the at-the-door price.
Friday General Admission – $34
Friday Premier/Club Level (only if available) – $45
Saturday General Admission – $29
Saturday Premier/Club Level (only if available) – $35
Thursday Night Seminars
On Thursday July 27, 2023 we have some exciting classes taught by some of the best in the world. All classes are open to the public. Pre-registration closes Thursday at 12:00 PM. Tickets will increase in price if purchased at Participant Badge Pick up or at the door.
All Classes will take place at Ed Robson Arena. Age minimum 5 years old. All belt levels. All students should wear full Taekwondo uniform.
4:45 – 5:45 PM – Sparring seminar
Taught by former Canadian National Team member and Founder/CEO of 2020 Armor Master Ali Gafour. Learn sparring techniques, strategies, and how to maximize your success when sparring with 2020 armor. Please note that not all students will have the opportunity to wear 2020 armor hogus during this seminar.
$20/person. No family discounts
6:45 – 7:45 PM – Kicking and Board Breaking class
Kicking, Board Breaking techniques, demonstration kicks, and tricking class Taught by the Shinhan University Demonstration team. The class will be broken up by age and rank as appropriate.
$20/person. No family discounts.
Admission to all three seminars – $50/person
Badge Pickup
Each Participant will need to pick up their participant badge before competing in their event. Participant badge pick-up will be at the following times and locations
Thursday July 27th 2 pm – 10pm
Hilton Garden Inn, 125 N. Cascade Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Friday July 28th and Saturday July 29th
Ed Robson Arena
Checking-In For Your Events
An athlete will only be considered “checked – in” for their event when their division has been called and the athlete reports to the holding area. Picking up your badge will not “check you in” for your competition. Divisions that need to report to the holding area will be posted on the jumbotron and announced throughout the day
Understanding your Division Number
On your participant badge you will see three numbers after your division code, for example ICB_101. The first number for the three digit code indicates the ring that you will compete in. This division will be held in ring 1.
Please note that divisions may be moved for their original assigned ring in the event that the original ring has been shut down.
Sparring Weigh-ins
Sparring weigh-ins will be held at the following times and locations
Thu 7/27/23 2:00 – 10:00 PM – Hilton Garden Inn
Fri 7/28/23 7:30 – 9:30 AM – Ed Robson Arena Main entrance
All Black belts must weigh-in on Thursday July 27th. Color belts can weigh-in on Thursday July 27th or Friday July 28th.
Athletes will weigh in wearing a t-shirt and shorts. No shoes.
An athlete will receive as many official attempts as they want to make weight during the weigh-in time. If an athlete does not make weight they will be moved to the appropriate weight category. There is a .2 kilogram weight allowance. There is no fee to be changed to a different weight division as a result of not making weight.
Sparring Rules
Please see the updates below regarding updates to head contact during sparring.
- There is NO head contact for color and black belts divisions age 11 and under.
- Light Head contact is allowed for color and black belt divisions ages 12 through 17
- Full Head contact is allowed for color and black belt divisions ages 18 through 30
- Light Head contact is allowed for color and black belt divisions ages 31 and above
Weapons Inspection
Weapons Inspections will be at the badge pickup.
Weapons must be approved before going to holding. A sticker will be placed on the weapon and must not be removed until you are off site.
Music For Creative Forms
Music must be submitted to [email protected] in the mp3 format by Wednesday 7/26/23.
Athletes are also encouraged to bring their music on a USB to the competition.
Opening Ceremonies
The opening ceremonies will be held Friday July 28th from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. It will feature the parade of athletes, performances by the Fort Carson Marching Band, Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale, the winning team of the Championship Demonstration team division and the Korean Shinhan University Team!
School Banners for the Parade of Athletes
All athletes are encouraged to participate in the parade of athletes! All athletes participating in the parade should wear their full taekwondo uniform.
Athletes will march in the parade based on country, state, and school. Show your school spirit by bringing a school banner or your country’s flag for the parade of athletes! All participants should arrive no later than 5:30 PM to participate.
Performance from Shinhan University Korean Demonstration Team
Enjoy a world-class demonstration team performance from Shinhan University! The team will be performing during the opening ceremonies on Friday July 28th.
Make sure you do not miss this amazing performance!
Schedule of Events
Please see the tentative schedule of events under the event tab, click on schedule.
Reminder, only competing athletes, coaches, para-aides, and approved volunteers are able to be on the floor during competition.
We look forward to seeing you at the U.S. Open Taekwondo Hanmadang 2023!
Sincerely,
U.S. Open Taekwondo Hanmadang Organizing Committee