Mahabs Point Break Challenge 2022 and Covelong Classic 2022

National Surfing Championships, Mahabalipuram and Kovalam, Tamil Nadu

Mahabs Point Break Challenge – 1^st and 2^nd August 2022

Covelong Classic – 5^th, 6^th, and 7^th August 2022

NOTICE OF EVENT

ORGANIZING AUTHORITY: Surf Turf under the aegis of the Surfing Federation of India.

1. RULES

1.1   The championships are governed by ISA Rules 2022.

1.2   If there is a conflict between languages, the English text will take precedence.

1.3.  No participant substitution is permitted once registered.

1.4  Additional Rules referenced in the Notice of Event and Event Instructions may apply.

 

2. EVENT ADVERTISING

2.1  Advertising is permitted in accordance with ISA Rules.

2.2  Boards/athletes are required to display advertising chosen and/or supplied by the OA.

2.3  Participants will be responsible for keeping such advertising visible throughout the championships.

 

ELIGIBILITY, ENTRY, AND REGISTRATION

3.1  For eligibility ISA rule in Chapter 2 Section 1 will apply. The registration process will be as per ISA Rule Chapter 2 Section 2. The championship is open to Indian surfers and paddlers and Indian passport holders.
Non-Indian passport holders who have contested before in SFI events can only take part through an accredited surf school. No points would be allocated but prize money would be awarded.

3.2  Surf Turf will have final authority on eligibility.

3.3  Registration Fees are applicable for the event depending on the category.

3.4 The last date for registration is 25th July 2022. The link for registration will be available on https://surfingfederationofindia.org and e-mailed to all SFI accredited surf schools.

3.5 Registration verification and payment for Mahabs Point Break Challenge 2022 will be at Surf Turf, Kovalam at 16:00 hrs on 31^st July 2022 followed by Head Judge briefing.

Registration verification and payment for Covelong Classic 2022 SUP Races will be at Surf Turf, Kovalam at 07:30 hrs on 4^th August 2022 followed by participants briefing and Distance Races.

Registration verification and payment for Covelong Classic 2022 will be at Surf Turf, Kovalam at 16:00 hrs on 4^th August 2022 followed by a Head Judge briefing.

3.6  Late / on-spot entry will not be accepted into this championship

3.7 The fee includes entry to the competition, t-shirt, breakfast, and lunch on event days, and free access to all shore-based events for each registered participant

3.8 In the event of inclement weather or in order to ensure safety, the OA may decide to modify the events or cancel or interrupt the Championships. In such cases, the Entry fees will not be returned. This applies, with no limitation to exceptionally adverse weather conditions, war, mobilization, requisition, embargo, fire, flooding, strike, or any blocking of the facilities caused by an event outside the control of the OA.

3.9  The entry categories & criteria will be as follows

 

SURF CATEGORIES (for both events)

Participation in Groms Category: (Male: Age 16 & Under)

• Total of 32 slots in Groms Category.
• SFI accredited Surf Schools only can nominate 2 surfers per school.
• The registration fee is Rs 500

 

Participation in Groms Category: (Female: Age 16 & Under)

• A minimum of 6 entries is required to run the category else participants will be given the option to take part in the Open category
• SFI accredited Surf Schools only can nominate 2 surfers per school.
• The registration fee is Rs 500

 

Participation in Open Category: (Male)

• Total of 56 slots in the Open Category
• Top 16 surfers as per the National rankings for 2022 will get automatic entry into the event, after registration.
• The remaining 40 slots are allocated to SFI Accredited Surf Schools which can nominate 2 surfers per accredited school (apart from the top 16).
• Registration fee Rs 1000

 

Participation in Open Category: (Female)

• A minimum of 6 entries are required to run else category will be canceled
• SFI accredited Surf Schools can nominate 2 female surfers per category per accredited school. (Shortboard only allowed).
• The registration fee is Rs 500

 

SUP CATEGORIES (for Covelong Classic only)

STARBOARD ALL STAR INFLATABLE All SUP Technical Race – 2 km (Only Inflatable Race-boards 12’6 or under allowed)

• Men Open Category
• Women Open Category
• STARBOARD ALL STAR INFLATABLE SUP Racing Boards will be provided to registered participants.
• The boards will be inspected before and after each race and any damage to the boards will be paid for by the participant to whom the board was assigned for the race.

 

SUP Distance Race (Only Race-boards 12’6 or under allowed)

• Men Open Category (12 km)
• Women Open Category (6 km)

Registration fee of Rs 1000 for Accredited Surf Schools only

 

3.9   PAYMENT INFORMATION

All payments for registration are to be made at the registration confirmation as detailed in 3.5 above.

Those who wish to pay by UPI or Bank transfer in advance may request the Organisers for details.

 

FORMAT

4.1.  The event format will be as per ISA Rule book Chapter 2 Section 3

 

5. SCHEDULE

5.1   The schedule is as follows:-

5.2   The equipment inspection schedule will be posted on the Official Notice Board (ONB) prior to inspection day.

5.3    The Instructions will define the process for the publication of the daily schedule, including the allocation of events.

 

6. EQUIPMENT INSPECTION

6.1 All boards shall be inspected and measured

For Surf

1. Surfboard b. Surfboard Leg Rope (leash)

For StandUp Paddle

1. SUP Board b. SUP Paddle c. SUP board leash.

6.2 The Technical Committee (TC) will be appointed. The TC is responsible for all equipment inspection functions. The TC is the ‘responsible authority for the purposes of equipment inspection). and it shall be the authority for determining if the equipment complies with the Rules and its interpretation.

6.3    Boards will be inspected for compliance with rules at any time during the event.

6.4    Repairs or replacements required afloat shall be notified to the TC prior to the start of the next race. If there is no time to notify the TC prior to the start of the next race, the repair or replacement shall be notified to the Race Committee or a member of the PC prior to the start of the next race. Then it shall be reported ashore in writing to the TC within the protest time limit and both the damaged equipment and replaced equipment shall be presented.

7.   EVENT INSTRUCTIONS (EI)

The Event Instructions will be provided to the participants during the Judges’ briefing prior to the start of the event on the 31^st of July 2022

8.   VENUE

The event will take place at Mahabalipuram beach and Surf Turf Beach, Kovalam

Click here for directions

 

9. COURSE AND COMPETITION AREA

The Course and Competition Area for each format of the event will be provided in the EI

10. PENALTIES

Infringement and technical infringement penalties will be published in the EI. The Penalties will be as per SFI Rule Chapter 2 Section 3 (c).

11. SUPPORT TEAMS (INCLUDING SUPPORT VESSELS)

11.1  A support vessel includes any vessel that is under the control or direction of a support person including any person gathering data that may be used at a later time.

11.2  The support person/coaches and trainers have to register with the OA. They are not to provide any support while races are in progress. No support vessels other than the OA are permitted during the event. No cheering squad or outside vessels are allowed without prior approval of the OA. Any disregard of this rule will result in disqualification of the participants associated with the person/coaches.

12.   BOARD AND EQUIPMENT CHARTER

12.1    OA has a few boards and equipment which may be provided on rent to the participants.

The terms and conditions of rental are to be discussed with the OA at the time of booking and will be at the discretion of the OA

13.   SCORING AND PRIZES

13.1     The scoring principle will be explained during EI

13.2     Trophies & Cash Prize will be awarded to the participants ranked top three in each class/category. The following medals/prizes will be awarded –

13.3   Government deductions will be applicable to all Cash Prizes

13.4   Cash Prizes will be paid, after applicable deductions, on or before 30 days from the date of the last day of the event.

14. PROTEST COMMITTEE 

A Protest Committee (PC) will be appointed as per ISA rules Chapter 2 Section 3 (D). The Chairman PC will chair the PC.

15.   AMENDMENTS TO NOTICE OF EVENT

The OA may change the Notice of Event. Any such changes will be intimated to the participants.

16.     DOPING CONTROL

Competitors are reminded of the rules and regulations concerning the use of banned methods and substances, which are contained in ISF Rules Chapter 2, Section 3 (A) in the Anti-Doping  Code. Doping control may take place during the regatta.

17.     RISK STATEMENT

Competitors and support personnel participate entirely at their own risk. The Organizing Authority, or any other race officials and volunteers, will not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury, or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the competition.

18.   INSURANCE

The safety of the board and equipment after handover and during the event shall be the sole in-escapable responsibility of the participants. All the participants are to have appropriate insurance for themselves and their own equipment.

19. INDEMNITY

Each entrant must sign the indemnity declaration on the Entry Form before the event. If under 18, the parent or guardian must sign.

20. ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORT SERVICES

Participants will have to reach the venue on their own and make their accommodation and transport arrangements.

21. MECHANICAL / ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE

21.1   The ISA prohibits any mechanical/electronic communication device, (including megaphones) that links a competitor in the action of competing with another party during ISA competitive events. Various other team officials [including the coach] may use this communication in the contest area

21.2   The means of communication are allowed only for the purpose of emergencies, safety, and weather reports. Each team should declare their communication equipment to the OA

22.     MEDIA RIGHTS, CAMERAS, AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

By entering this event, the owner (or charterer), participants, and support staff on competing boards grant at no cost the absolute right and permission to use their names, voice, images, likenesses, and biographical material, as well as representation of their board in any media (including television, print, and internet). SFI Rule in Chapter 2 Section 3 (D) will apply.

23.     CONTACT DETAIL

The team leader, Team manager, or designated person as point-of-contact for each participant shall provide an email address and mobile phone number to the Event office/ OA

24.   COVID 19 PROTOCOL

The event will at all times comply with the local guidelines and rules regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

25.   TRASH DISPOSAL

The competitors and their support staff shall not intentionally put trash in the water while afloat.

26. FURTHER INFORMATION

Contest Director – Nawaz Jabbar – 97876 03377

Organizer Contact – Akin Melnic – 9600099836

1. Location of competition  Venue (Google map) – Click here