GTF European Championship & Open European Cup 2026

Dear Grandmasters, Masters, Federation Presidents, Instructors, and National Teams, It is my honour to invite you and your athletes to participate in the GTF European Championship & Open European Cup 2026, which will be held in Asiago, Italy, from 7 to 14 September 2026. This event has received the support of the local municipality and Angelo Roffo — Gestione Impianti Sportivi, guaranteeing a high standard of organisation, safety, and comfort. The competitions will take place at the modern Palasport di Mezzaselva (Roana) Multi-purpose Sports Hall.

Sincerely, Vladimir Pyatkov, 5th Dan President, Russian GTF Taekwon-Do Sports Federation

7 September — Arrival, Accreditation, Sightseeing
8 September — Weigh-in, Technical Meeting
9 September — Umpires’ Seminar
10 September — Dan Grading & Certification
11 September — GTF European Championship: Individual Events (Black Belts only)
12 September — GTF European Championship: Team Events + Coloured Belt Festival
13 September — Open European Cup: All Ranks
14 September — Departure

The Organising Committee provides full board (accommodation + meals) for the following guests:

• GTF General Secretary — Grandmaster Chris Gantner
• All GTF Grandmasters
• GTF Masters (7th Dan and above) who are accompanying delegations of at least 10 participants each.

Accommodation for the General Secretary and all Grandmasters will be at Vecchia Stazione Mountain Elegance.

The exact number of Masters travelling with delegations and eligible for complimentary accommodation will be confirmed by the Organising Committee after the final entry submissions are received.

All guests must stay exclusively in the designated accredited hotels (see Section “Accommodation and Transport”).

Requests for complimentary accommodation must be submitted by 15 April 2026.

All prices are per person per night (as of November 2025; may increase in 2026):

1. Full board: €92 (€107 for single room)
2. Breakfast only: €80
3. Breakfast + dinner: €86

Mandatory Accommodation All participants — athletes, coaches, judges, team leaders, and accompanying persons — must stay exclusively in the following accredited hotels:

1. Hotel Al Bosco
2. Albergo Alla Posta
3. La Baitina
4. Albergo Garnì Rendola
5. Hotel Vescovi
6. Hotel Miramonti
7. Vecchia Stazione Mountain Elegance

Accreditation, shuttle service, and access to the competition venue are granted ONLY to those staying in these hotels through the Organising Committee. Transport.
Free shuttle service between your hotel and the sports complex.
Pre-booked intercity transfers (airport/train station ↔ Asiago) are available at the following rates (one way):
Mini-bus (9 seats):

1. Venice Airport (VCE) → Asiago: €150
2. Verona Airport (VRN) → Asiago: €150
3. Vicenza Railway Station → Asiago: €70

Coach (50 seats):

1. Venice Airport (VCE) → Asiago: €400
2. Verona Airport (VRN) → Asiago: €400
3. Vicenza Railway Station → Asiago: €200

Requests for intercity transfers must be submitted by 1 August 2026.

Citizens of certain countries require a visa to enter Italy. Visa processing may take up to 90 days. Official invitation letters for visa purposes will be issued only upon request received by 1 June 2026. Requests submitted after this date will not be accepted. We eagerly look forward to welcoming you to Asiago in September 2026!

1.1. Objectives
Promote and develop GTF Taekwon-Do;
Identify the strongest athletes and teams in Europe;
Strengthen international sports relations;
Enhance skill levels and encourage experience exchange among federations.
1.2. Organisation

1. Overall management: Russian GTF Taekwon-Do Sports Federation and Angelo Roffo — Gestione Impianti Sportivi
2. Direct implementation: Main Umpiring Committee (MUC) and Local Organising Committee (LOC)

1.3. Date and Venue
7–14 September 2026

1. Palasport di Mezzaselva (Roana, Asiago, Italy)

2.1. Eligibility
Athletes from national GTF member federations
Athletes from non-GTF countries by special invitation

2.2. Mandatory Documents
Passport (original + copy)
Valid GTF Certificate (Dan/Gup)
Accident insurance valid from 6 to 15 September 2026, covering injuries and medical evacuation
Signed Voluntary Waiver of Claims
Preliminary entry form submitted by 1 June 2026
Final official entry form submitted by 1 August 2026

Participation is not permitted without a complete documentation package.

3.1. Age Categories
GTF European Championship (Black Belts only)

• Children: 10–11, 12–13 years
• Juniors: 14–15, 16–17 years
• Adults: 18–39 years
• Seniors: 40–49 years
• Veterans: 50–59 years
• Golden Veterans: 60+ years

Open European Cup (All Ranks)

• Children: 6–7, 8–9, 10–11, 12–13 years
• Juniors: 14–15, 16–17 years
• Adults: 18–39 years
• Seniors: 40–49 years
• Veterans: 50–59 years
• Golden Veterans: 60+ years

Age is calculated as of the competition day, not by calendar year.

3.2. Weight Categories (Black Belts)
Children 10–11 years
Men: ≤26, 26–30, 30–34, 34–38, 38–42, 42–46, 46–50, +51 kg
Women: ≤22, 22–26, 26–30, 30–34, 34–38, 38–42, 42–46, +47 kg
Children 12–13 years
Men: ≤26, 26–30, 30–34, 34–38, 38–42, 42–46, 46–50, +50 kg
Women: ≤22, 22–26, 26–30, 30–34, 34–38, 38–42, 42–46, +46 kg
Juniors 14–15 years
Men: ≤45, 45–50, 50–55, 55–60, 60–65, 65–69, 69–74, +74 kg
Women: ≤40, 40–44, 44–49, 49–54, 54–59, 59–64, 64–69, +69 kg
Juniors 16–17 years
Men: ≤46, 46–52, 52–58, 58–64, 64–71, 71–76, +76 kg
Women: ≤40, 40–46, 46–52, 52–58, 58–64, 64–70, +70 kg
Adults / Seniors / Veterans (18–59 years)
Men: ≤58, 58–64, 64–70, 70–76, 76–82, +82 kg
Women: ≤52, 52–58, 58–64, 64–70, 70–76, +76 kg
Golden Veterans (60+ years)
Men: ≤64, 64–76, 76–82, +82 kg
Women: ≤58, 58–70, 70–76, +76 kg

Coloured belts compete in the same weight categories.

4.1. Black Belts

• 1st Dan: Kwang-Gae, Po-Eun, Ge-Baek, Jee-Goo
• 2nd Dan: Eui-Am, Choong-Jang, Jook-Am, Ko-Dang
• 3rd Dan: Sam-Il, Yoo-Sin, Choi-Yong, Pyung-Hwa
• 4th Dan and above: Yon-Gae, Ul-Ji, Moon-Moo, Sun-Duk

4.2. Coloured Belts

• 10th Gup: Saju Jirugi, Saju Makgi
• 9th Gup: Chon-Ji
• 8th Gup: Dan-Gun
• 7th Gup: Do-San / Jee-Sang
• 6th Gup: Won-Hyo / Jee-Sang
• 5th Gup: Yul-Gok / Dhan-Goon
• 4th Gup: Joong-Gun / Dhan-Goon
• 3rd Gup: Toi-Gye / Dhan-Goon
• 2nd Gup: Hwa-Rang / Dhan-Goon
• 1st Gup: Choong-Moo / Dhan-Goon

All patterns must be performed in their original form without modifications.

All participants, officials, and representatives must comply with the official GTF dress code.
5.1. Athletes

• Must wear the official GTF dobok:
• Back: "TAEKWON-DO" in capital letters above "GTF"
• Left chest: GTF patch (over the heart)
• Left arm (biceps): "Three Globes" patch
• Left trouser leg (just above knee): "Three Globes" patch
• Team members: Country name under "GTF" on the back
• Belt: Black (by Dan) or coloured (by Gup)
• Opening/Closing Ceremonies: Official GTF dobok only

Prohibited:

• Wearing dobok trousers with T-shirt and belt
• Smoking or consuming alcohol while in dobok
• Competing without official GTF dobok

5.2. Coaches and Team Leaders
During competitions: Sports attire (tracksuit, white sports shoes)
During official ceremonies: Dark blue blazer, black trousers, black sports shoes

5.3. Judges and GTF Officials
In accordance with GTF Umpire Rules:

• Dark blue blazer, black trousers, black closed shoes
• White shirt, tie (optional)
• Official badge indicating position and country

5.4. Flag
Each national team must bring two official national flags: one for the awards ceremony and one for display in the competition hall.

All sparring participants must wear the full approved protective gear:

• Helmet (blue or red) — must cover the entire head except the face
• Gloves — traditional style, open palm, closed fingers; boxing gloves are prohibited
• Mouthguard — mandatory
• Shin guards — mandatory
• Groin guard — mandatory for men, worn inside dobok trousers only

Optional (permitted):

• Forearm guards
• Chest protector (for women)
• Groin guard (for women)

General Requirements:

• Made of elastic material with foam or soft rubber padding
• Must not contain: metal, bone, hard plastic, zippers, buttons, rivets
• Jewellery, watches, hard hair clips are prohibited
• Hair must be tied with soft elastics
• Fingernails and toenails must be shortly trimmed

Attention:
Athletes who fail to present full equipment within 1 minute of being called to the ring will be disqualified from sparring (per GTF Tournament Rules).

9.1. GTF European Championship (GTF Members Only)

• Individual (Black Belt): €100
• Team (5+1 men / 3+1 women): €100

9.2. Open European Cup (All Participants)

• Individual entry: €75 (Includes: GTF coloured belts, non-GTF coloured belts, non-GTF black belts)

9.3. Additional disciplines
Power Breaking and Special Technique are considered "additional disciplines" and require a separate entry fee. The fee for each additional discipline is €30.
9.4. Free Entry

• GTF Black Belts who have paid for the European Championship may enter the Open Cup free of charge
• Spectators, coaches, and accompanying persons: Free of charge

9.5. Payment Terms

• All fees must be paid in Euros
• Payment options: on-site at registration or bank transfer by 1 August 2026
• Bank fees and currency exchange differences are the sender’s responsibility
• No refunds will be issued

For all organisational, visa, and logistical inquiries:
Vladimir Pyatkov, 5th Dan President, Russian GTF Taekwon-Do Sports Federation
Email: vvp.gtf@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +7 (912) 686-55-77 Important Deadlines:
Visa support requests: by 1 June 2026
Preliminary entries: by 1 July 2026
Final entries and payment: by 1 August 2026