pacific Island Gathering 2011 Chicago

[NAGA]

Hello All,
I am proud to announce that the Pacific Island Gathering for 2011 will be held the weekend of June the 11th. This is a Saturday event. It also happens to be the weekend of the offical independence day of the Philipines(June 12th). It will be held again this year at Midway Kodenkan 5159 S. Archer ave.. in Chicago.......

Thanks,
John

[Brian R. VanCise]

Hey John,

I hope it keeps on continuing to grow and that it is really successful in 2011!

[New2FMA]

Looking forward to it!
Hopefully Saturday will make it a little easyer on you, the staff of peole working and all attending.

[yomitche]

Out of curiosity, what are the divisions for the event? Specifically, I trust there will be a padded stick division, but how about live stick? Thank you!

[Navadisha]

Out of curiosity, what are the divisions for the event? Specifically, I trust there will be a padded stick division, but how about live stick? Thank you!

I was hoping John would jump in here but I know he sometimes has limited internet access and may have missed this. So, I'll jump in for him.

The divisions for this year are Sayaw, Continuous Sword(padded stick), Espada y Daga (padded stick and knife), and Combat Knife. Stop point padded knife has been removed for time considerations.
There were discussions of including some live stick but at this time it was decided not to.
With moving to the one day format, the organizers want to make sure they still allow time to complete all the current divisions in a timely manner as well as stay true to the theme of blade based competition.

Steve

[littlebadboy]

Silly question... what kind of padded sticks do you use?

[James Miller]

Pacific Island tournament rules


Sword rules padded stick fighting

Scoring with be First Blood, blade rules considering execution of bladed combat and techniques. Judges will give priority to strikes demonstrating cutting or stabbing techniques and power while using accuracy, defense, aggressiveness, ring control and strategy. Offence with a lack of defense will be scored negatively. Action/Scoring will be continuous and will only be stopped by the referee for clashes or avoidance of action by one fighter. Fights will not be paused to call for scores.
Fights will be (3) 45 second rounds with 20sec breaks and judges will score each round independently based on 10pt must system; the judges must give the winner of a round 10 points, and the loser 9 points or fewer. A judge may occasionally award a 10 - 8 score if the round's winner is obviously dominating the other fighter. If the fight progresses through all scheduled rounds, the sum of the scores for each round are tallied for each judge to determine the winner of the match. If unable to continue the fight before that number of rounds has been fought, the fight is ruled a "no contest." If a fighter loses points by committing fouls, or a round is judged as without a clear winner, this may result in awarding an equal number of points to each fighter, so even with an odd number of rounds and an odd number of judges, draws (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tie_%28draw%29) are possible. Each foul costs one round point, and is determined by the referee and deducted from their score at the end of the round. In the advent of a draw score a 20 second overtime round will be held and judges will give a show of hands for the winner.

Primary targets:
· Top, front and sides of the helmet (Thrusts to the head or neck are prohibited and may result in disqualification)
· Front and sides of the thigh and body
· Both arms and hands
Prohibited techniques


Punching, kicking or kneeing
Grappling or wrestling
Trusting to the face or neck
Throws or sweeps
Locks or holding
Foul or abusive language.
Punyo (butt) strikes with the weapon
Strikes to the knees or below

Witiks, Saltiks or Abaniko strikes are legal but are regarded as set-up techniques and do not by themselves score as this is a blade scoring system using the cutting edge of the weapon. Any power/primary technique delivered successfully after the strategic use of the witik will be scored.
Strikes from one knee are allowed
Counter-strikes – Any counter strike delivered after receiving a point strike will receive less consideration. Any successful counter strike delivered after an equally successful parry, block or defensive evasion will be definitely scored and encouraged.
Jamming/checking with the free hand/forearm or weapon hand is allowed. Checking is defined as controlling by interception the opponent’s weapon hand, arm or torso. Any check that comes in contact with the opponent’s weapon will be considered a cut and the opponent will be scored positively. This is to be considered a live blade.
Disarms must be immediate. Only impact strikes and leverage disarms using the wrist, arm, weapon and handgrips will be allowed. Any disarm caused by grabbing and pulling the opponent’s weapon by the blade will be considered scoring for the opponent. Participants abusing the instant disarm rule by continuing to tug-of-war for a disarm will be warned and potentially penalized. Joints may not be locked or twisted for a disarm. Disarms will be considered by the judge as part of the 10-9 score for the round.
Loss of weapon due to the successful execution of a powerful attack or counter attack is not considered as a disarm. The disarm must be caused by the opponent. If the opponents strike is blocked and the block becomes disarmed, this is a disarm but you cannot disarm yourself.
Broken weapons(s) are not considered disarms. Time will be stopped and the weapon replaced.
Out of bounds. Participants must remain within the boundaries of the designated ring. Repeated out of bounds or using the out of bounds to avoid the fight will result in a point deduction for the current round after two warnings have been given. Both feet must be out to be considered out of bounds. A fighter cannot score a point when one or both feet are out of bounds.
The Referee will monitor the general progress of the match. He will determine the observance and adherence to the rules, the legitimacy of disarms and all point deductions for any foul or behavior.
For each foul, the referee may progressively issue at his discretion:


A casual warning
An official warning
A point deduction, generally after two official warnings
Disqualification

If foul is severe enough, the referee can skip to any level.

Safety gear All competitors should provide personal safety gear such as cups (mandatory), Bra cups, helmet (WEKAF style) and hand protection (hockey, lacrosse, ect). If the competitor does not have helmet or gloves, they will be provided. Personal weapons will not be allowed, only those provided by the tournament host. Additional gear such as knee or elbow is allowed but discouraged to foster reality of combat. No street shoes are allowed on the mats. Mat shoes allowed with host approval

Arbitration – a duly agreed upon arbitrator will have final decision on all disagreements. Inquiries MUST be made before any other match in the relevant division continues. Placements are final at the end of the tournament.

[James Miller]

Silly question... what kind of padded sticks do you use?

The new sticks being used this year are Action-Flex Hit Sticks. Datu Hartman will have them available at the tournament. If you would like to get then before the event you can reach the Datu at datutim@gmail.com or 716-675-0899.

[littlebadboy]

The new sticks being used this year are Action-Flex Hit Sticks. Datu Hartman will have them available at the tournament. If you would like to get then before the event you can reach the Datu at datutim@gmail.com or 716-675-0899.

So, we need to have our own padded sticks?

[Navadisha]

So, we need to have our own padded sticks?

No, John will have sticks available.

James was just stating if you wanted to have specific practice with the same padded sticks being used you could purchase your own for practice in advance.

[littlebadboy]

No, John will have sticks available.

James was just stating if you wanted to have specific practice with the same padded sticks being used you could purchase your own for practice in advance.

Got it! Thanks for the info!

Same as before, I am not sure how to train to compete because I am only by myself. If I will not be able to join, I would love to come as a spectator. Are the fees already decided and available?

[SomethingClever]

What's the deal with registration?

[LegendLoLo]

I would like to see those padded stick of yours.

We use Livestick that is covered with Bicycle foam =))

[Navadisha]

Got it! Thanks for the info!

Same as before, I am not sure how to train to compete because I am only by myself. If I will not be able to join, I would love to come as a spectator. Are the fees already decided and available?

Spoke with John last night.
Registration will be from 8AM to 9:15 with the tournament starting at 9:30 am sharp (you kno, no pilipino time).
Fees are holding steady at same rates as past two years.
First event $35, each additional event + $5 with combat knife being an additional $5 for materials (white t shirt). I also spoke with Chris regarding prizes for Combat Knife and they are being made this week.
Spectator fee is also just $5.

[Navadisha]

Less than one month and counting. Hope everyone is as prepared and excited as our teams are!!

[LegendLoLo]

" you kno, no pilipino time"

IM QUITE FRUSTRATED COZ IM A FILIPINO, yet its true. hahaha!

[silat1]

sitting in my little covy hole in Michigan currently reading this and kicking my self in the ass for not being able to be there. Missing this even by 2 weeks really is pissing me off, but I have to get back to the isle of thieves to pay for this trip. I am talking to one of the fma practitioners I work with to try and get something going for the celebration on guam. Will see everyone on the flip side or if I can get down to Kodenkan this week, will rattle the cages of the head guerrillas

[NAGA]

Hello All,
Ten short days and counting! So, show up early and remember we do not accept checks the day of the tournment.

Thanks,
John

[Navadisha]

Woo hoo! Two days left.
The Navadisha crews will be rolling in Friday night and early Saturday morning!
Several new fighters this year!

[SomethingClever]

Are there any qualms about bringing recording devices? I plan on showing up and bringing my Bloggie, for educational purposes and because it's the first FMA tourney i'll be attending.

[Navadisha]

Are there any qualms about bringing recording devices? I plan on showing up and bringing my Bloggie, for educational purposes and because it's the first FMA tourney i'll be attending.

I don't think John will have a problem with it if it's for personal use.

[littlebadboy]

Will be coming as a spectator with family. What is the schedule for the day? Thanks!

[Navadisha]

Will be coming as a spectator with family. What is the schedule for the day? Thanks!

Registration is from 8 til 9:15, tournament starts at 9:30.

Be sure to introduce yourself. Would be great to meet you and talk a bit!

Steve

[silat1]

Have a blast bashing rattan and smak sticks.. John and Steve are good friends of mine who I have had the distinct privilege of training with both of them when I was stateside in the earlier part of this decade.. I would have had stopped to see them on my trip stateside last month, but time was of essence and I had to pass them by.. But who knows, I might be knocking on the door of the midway Kodenkan along with crossing sticks with Steve again on my next trip.. I promise it won't be another 5 yrs before I make the journey again..
Have a blast at the tourney and demo..

[Datu Tim Hartman]

Had a good time at the tournament today. I'm currently at Giordano's waiting for my stuffed pizza, then I will drive back to Buffalo. More to follow.

[silat1]

Just saw the pictures posted on facebook.. looks like everyone had a good time and some serious competition.. Congratulations to the winners and hope the tourney gets bigger and better each year..

[Datu Tim Hartman]

Will be coming as a spectator with family. What is the schedule for the day? Thanks!

Did you make it? I don't know if I saw you there?

[NAGA]

Hello All,
Here are the winners and quite frankly all who participated are winners! A big thanks too everyone!

Sayaw/forms: 1st) Mark Basel Bahad Zubu Midwest
2nd) Ernesto Velazquez DTS Chicago
3rd) Federico Malibago Bahad Zubu Midwest

Sword lwt: 1st) Frank Smith Bahad Zubu Midwest
2nd) Logan Allbaugh Navadisha Martial arts
3rd) Andrew Jones Modern Arnis Converse Martial arts America.

Sword mdw: 1st) Cole Van Harn Navadisha Martial arts
2nd) Federico Malibago Bahad Zubu Midwest
3rd) Josh Cohen Bahad Zubu Midwest

Sword hwt: 1st) Oleg Tritenchenao Free style Krav Maga
2nd) Gabe Wenby Freestyle Krav Maga
3rd) Dek Bahad Zubu Midwest

Sword Seniors: 1st) Garth Lousineau Freestyle Krav Maga
2nd) Bill Cihak DTS Chicago
3rd) Frank Smith Bahad Zubu Midwest


Espada Y daga mdw: 1st) Cole Van Harn Navadisha Martial Arts
2nd) Frank Smith Bahad Zubu Midwest
3rd) Josh Cohen Bahad Zubu Midwest


Espada Y daga Hwt: 1st) Ernesto Velazquez DTS Chicago
2nd) Chris Garrison Freestyle Krav Maga
3rd) Oleg Tritenchenao Freestyle Krav Maga



Thanks too everyone and if I made any mistakes they are all mine........

[littlebadboy]

Did you make it? I don't know if I saw you there?

I apologize Datu Tim and everyone else. The rest of the family was not into it that day plus the weather wasn't so nice and discouraged them more. Perhaps next time, I'll take the train and go alone.

To console myself, are there any pictures or videos?

[Navadisha]

I apologize Datu Tim and everyone else. The rest of the family was not into it that day plus the weather wasn't so nice and discouraged them more. Perhaps next time, I'll take the train and go alone.

To console myself, are there any pictures or videos?
I have some pics and video I'll load in a few days.
Here's one to start http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW3rjtLGTPQ

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cDKhoSqvltU/TfajqjdzSXI/AAAAAAAACIE/8-CVj094XAw/s1600/DSC08624.JPG

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-me8s1Wvzlto/Tfajq3qAjHI/AAAAAAAACIM/QOOCvpm2Dag/s1600/DSC08627.JPG

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bKHxK4gsyyo/Tfajrst3VNI/AAAAAAAACIc/-Kb4A5GL6Z8/s1600/DSC08635.JPG

[littlebadboy]

Navadisha, thank you for sharing pictures and videos. Looks like everybody had fun! Perhaps by next year, I may be in the Senior division already... haha!

[NAGA]

Hello All,
I forgot to post the combat Knife results!

1st : Frank Smith Bahad Zubu Midwest

2nd : Chris Garrison Free style Krav Maga

3rd : Garth Cousneau Free style Krav Maga


Thanks,
John