An automatic system for the drawing of lots will be used by the organizing committee.

3. Scoring System
a. The LPSS will be used as the Protector and Scoring System (PSS) during the
competition.
b. Permitted techniques i. Fist technique; using the knuckles of a tightly clenched
fist to deliver a straight punching technique to the opponent-s trunk protector. ii. Foot
technique: kicks delivered to the trunk or the head using any part of the foot below the
ankle bone.
c. Valid points i.Point(s) shall be awarded when a permitted technique is i. delivered
to the colored area of the trunk protector with a proper level of impact. ii. Points shall be
awarded when a permitted technique is delivered to the head protector.
d. Different valid points
i. One (1) point for a valid punch to the trunk protector
ii. Two (2) points for a valid kick to the trunk protector
iii. Four (4) points for a valid turning kick to the trunk protector
iv. Three (3) points for a valid kick to the head protector
v. Five (5) points for a valid turning kick to the head protector
vi. One (1) point is awarded for every one "Gam-jeom" (see Prohibited Acts and
Penalties iii) given to the opponent

4.Prohibited Acts and Penalties

a. Penalties shall be decided by the referee.
b. Prohibited acts (see Annex C) shall be penalized with a "Gamjeom" by the
referee
c. A "Gam-jeom" shall be counted as one (1) point for the opposing contestant

5. Invalidation of Points
Recorded points will be invalidated when a competitor acquires the score right after the
execution of a prohibited act. The referee would declare the penalty for the prohibited act
and invalidate the acquired score.
6. Appeal Card
a. The Appeal Card is the means for the coach to object to a judgment of the refereeing
officials during the contest and request for a correction of the decision.
b. The situations a coach can use the Appeal Card are the following.
i. Penalties against the opponent for instances of falling down or crossing the boundary line
or attacking the opponent after "Kal yeo" or attacking the fallen opponent.
ii. Technical point.
iii. Any penalty against your own contestant.
iv. Any mechanical malfunction or error in time management.
v. When the referee forgot to invalidate point(s) after "Gamjeom" was given for the
prohibited act.
vi. Wrong identification of fist-attacking contestant by the judge.
vii. Head kick that is not scored.
c. When an appeal is requested, the assigned referees of the court will convene.
a. If the appeal is successful and the contested request is corrected, the coach shall retain
the appeal right for the pertinent contest.
 b. If the appeal is unsuccessful, the coach shall forfeit the right to appeal to the pertinent
contest.
c. The decision of the convening referees is final, and no further appeals during the contest
or protest after the contest will be accepted.

Additional Competition Rules

 The 12-point gap and 5 GAMJEOMS per round shall be applied in the Competition.
 The best of 3 system shall be applied in all matches in Kyorugi Event.
 Wearing of unprescribed competition uniform in KYORUGI event, the player will be given a
Gamjeom.

POOMSAE EVENT ( Elementary and Secondary)

 No compete prescribed competition uniform for POOMSAE compertition, the player will
be deducted a major deduction of 0.3.

PENALTIES FOR KYORUGI EVENT

 Crossing the boundary line.

 Falling down
 Avoiding the match.
 Grabbing, holding or pushing the opponent.
 Kicking below the waist.
 Lifting the knee.
 Attacking the opponent after kalyeo.
 Attacking the fallen opponent.
 Hitting the opponent’s head with a hand.
 Butting or attacking with the knee.
 Misconduct of contestant or coach

2.9 CODES OF CONDUCT

2.9.1 TAEKWONDO GUIDING PRINCIPLES
 The taekwondo competition is a family affair.
 The taekwondo competition rules have a purpose.
 To protect the competitor
 To ensure fair competition management
 To encourage appropriate and ideal technique.
 It is everybody’s desire that the competition be conducted fairly
 Professional behavior is displayed during competition.
 The taekwondo tenets are practiced in competition.
 The taekwondo competition is a valuable opportunity for learning

2.9.2 CONDUCT OF TAEKWONDO ATHLETES

  Players shall strictly observe taekwondo courtesy by bowing in the
proper manner.
 to the weigh-in officials before and after weigh-in.
 to the coach before starting and after the match.
 to the other coach after the match.
 to the opponent before and after the match.
 to the instructors and senior players.
 Players shall wear the authorized taekwondo uniform with the
approved WTF seal and prescribed belt.
 Players shall strive to keep their appearance clean and neat.
 Protectors shall be worn in the proper manner.
 Players shall also observe courtesy in handling over the protectors
to the coach.
 Players shall report to the inspection area once their names are
called.
 Players shall observe order and cleanliness within the competition
venue by throwing all waste materials into the proper receptacle
and by encouraging others to do so.
 Players shall display a high level of sportsmanship by strictly
adhering to the rules of the taekwondo competition.
 In the quest for knowledge and self- improvement, the players shall
make effort to have a deeper understanding of the spirit of the
taekwondo competition rules.

2.9.3 CONDUCT OF TAEKWONDO COACHES

 Coaches shall wear the proper attire. slippers, shorts, caps and
sleeveless shirts are not allowed.
 Coaches shall wear their coach’s ID during the competition
 Only one coach shall be allowed in the coach’s position.
 Coaches shall be seated while coaching.
 Coaches shall not approach the judges, referee or head of court
while the match is in progress except when filing a protest.
 Coaches shall not intimidate or provoke the judges, referee or
head of court by language, gesture or looks.
 There shall be no vulgar language or undesirable remarks.
 Behave as sportsmen: accept defeat as gentlemen, congratulate
the winner by returning the bow or a handshake.
 Coaches shall not speak badly to the officials .
  The coach should respect the decision of the referee and the other
competition officials.
 Coaches are responsible for updating themselves with the current
WTF competition rules.
 Coaches shall comply strictly with the PTA competition ground
rules.
 Coaches shall be responsible for the discipline and the orderly
behavior of their delegation.
 Coaches shall make sure that the members of their delegation
maintain order and cleanliness within the competition venue.
 Coaches shall treat their players in a dignified manner.

2.9.4 CONDUCT OF COMPETITION OFFICIALS

 Judges shall sit/stand straight and keep alert.
 Judges shall score immediately when they see a point/points and
indicate penalties as called by the referee.
 Judges shall keep their eye on the game.
 Avoid glancing at other judges as to verify a score.
 Be careful about interchanging scores.
 Referees shall call the penalties as the see it.
 If in doubt about a call or a situation, consult with the head of
court.
 Duties shall be performed without regard for seniority, position or
affiliation.
 Competition officials shall not coach players, mingle with coaches
and delegations
 Officials or act in any other manner that may indicate preferential
treatment for a particular group.
 Avoid giving opinions or observations to coaches, players or
spectators regarding matches you have officiated.
 It is the duty of competition officials to join rehearsals before
competition in order to practice officiating skills.
 Before the competition, have a sufficient rest to be able to face the
demands of a hard day’s work.
 It is the duty of the competition officials to master the rulebook.
 Competition officials shall make it their duty to maintain order and
cleanliness within the competition venue.
 Wear the proper uniform specified for the competition.
  Referees shall remove watches, I.D. cards, cell phones and other
which may cause discomfort, impede movements, reduce
concentration or accidentally cause players injury.
 All competition officials shall be punctual to avoid delay.

7. Winning a Match
Using the Best-of-Three-(3)-System; the competitor winning the most matches in three (3)
rounds win the match.
i. Winning a Round in the Best of Three System I Winning by points: the competitor who has
acquired more points in a round wins that round.
1. Winning by point gap: in case of a twelve (12) point difference between the
athletes, the referee will stop the contest and declare the competitor with more score
the winner of the round.
2. Winning by "Gam-jeom:" when a competitor receives five (5) "Gam- jeorn" in a
round, the opponent will be declared the winner of the round.
ii. Round with Tied-Scores
The round winner shall be decided by superiority based on the following order of
criteria.
1. Most points scored by turning or spinning kick
2. If the number of turning and spinning kicks are the same, the competitor who has
more scores using higher value techniques, in the following order.
A. Head
B.Trunk
C. Punch
D. “Gam-Jeom”

3. If the high value points are the same, the competitor with the higher number of
registered hits.
4. If the three (3) above criteria are the same, the referee and judges shall determine
superiority
III PROTESTS
1. Protests shall be made in writing using the Protest Form.
2. The protest shall be submitted to the TOURNAMENT MANAGER no more
than 30 minutes after the match in question.
IV. OFFICIALS AND REFEREES
All competitors will be judged and scored by qualified, MBHTE accredited technical
officials. This is to ensure that the method of competition and scoring is in
accordance with the WT Rules & Interpretations.
SITUATION NOT COVERED BY THE RULES AND COMPETITION CODE OF CONDUCT
If any situation arises which is not covered by the rules in these Kyorugi Ground Rules, the
The Palaro competition Management team,,Shall deliberate and give their decision on the
matter and the NSA (PTA) code of conduct shall be strictly followed

2.10 AWARDS
2.10.1 AWARDS FOR THE KYORUGI EVENT:
 Winning contestants in the Individual KYORUGI categories shall be
awarded the following medals:
 First Place - Gold Medal
Second Place - Silver Medal
Third Place - Bronze Medal (2)

 SPECIAL AWARDS: (if available)

Best players for Elementary and Secondary boys and girls.

2.10.2 AWARDS FOR THE POOMSAE EVENT

A. Individual Poomsae:
 Winning contestants in the Individual Poomsae categories shall be
awarded with the following medals.

First Place - Gold Medal

Second Place - Silver Medal
Third Place - Bronze Medal (2)

B. Mixed Pair Poomsae:

 Winning contestants in the Mixed Pair Poomsae categories shall be
awarded with the following medals.
First Place - Gold Medal (2 Gold)
Second Place - Silver Medal (2 Silver)
Third Place - Bronze Medal (2 Bronze)
C. Team Poomsae:
 Winning contestants in the Team Poomsae categories shall be
awarded with the following medals.

First Place - Gold Medal (3 Gold)

Second Place - Silver Medal (3 Silver)
Third Place - Bronze Medal (3 Bronze)

Note: Medal tally for mixed pair poomsae will be recorded in the girls
Division.
Mixed Pair Poomsae Competition shall be counted as one gold , the same
with the Team Poomsae Competition .
 Girls Division: 3 Golds
 ( Individual A, Mixed Pair and Team Poomsae Competition)
 Boys Division : 3 Golds
( Individual A, Mixed Pair and Team Poomsae Competition )

MEDAL REQUIREMENTS
Poomsae Category GOLD SILVER BRONZE
Elementary
Boys & Girls
Boys category A Individual 1 1 1

Girls Category A Individual 1 1 1

BOYS Team 3 3 3
GIRLS Team 3 3 3
Boys & Girls Mixed Pair 2 2 2
TOTAL: 10 10 10

Poomsae Category GOLD SILVER BRONZE

Secondary
Boys & Girls
Boys Category A Individual 1 1 1

Girls Category A Individual 1 1 1

Boys Team 3 3 3
Girls Team 3 3 3
Boys & Girls Mixed Pair 2 2 2
TOTAL: 10 10 10

2.10.3. BARMMAA QUALIFYING STANDARDS FOR PALARONG PAMBANSA