We have had great entry for our 8th Bluewave Poomsae Championship, which will take place on Sunday 21st September at Hampshire Court Hotel in Basingstoke, with in excess of 500 competitors. To make this a success we are looking for additional volunteers to support the setup and running of the event.
These roles do not need any knowledge of Taekwondo or Poomsae; so Bluewave members, former members, parents, friends are all very welcome.
We are looking for volunteers for the following roles
Setup Assistants (Ages 13+) – Saturday 20th September late afternoon/early evening, 4.00 – 8.00pm (exact times to be confirmed)
Help set up the venue for the competition; which will include laying mats, moving tables/chairs, organising medals, running orders and other set up as needed.
Registration Desk (Ages 16+) – Sunday 21st September 8.15 – 9.00am
Register clubs as they arrive at the venue. Confirm that the club has all its competitors and if not, take note of any withdrawals and provide these to the organising team. Also answering questions from club coaches and redirecting to organising team if necessary.
Computer Operators (Ages 13+) – Sunday 21st September 9.00am – 6.00pm
Operate the scoring system for the competition; will include running the scoring system, manual changes on system and printing/organising scoring sheets for the judges and organising team. Training on the scoring system will be provided.
Ring Leaders (Ages 16+) – Sunday 21st September 9.00am – 6.00pm
Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the rings; will include locating players on time, organising players for each division and keeping the rings running on time.
Providing assistance to the judges and competition organisers and keeping rings stocked with medals, water and snacks and other general duties.
Close Down Assistants (Ages 13+) – Sunday 21st September 5.30 – 8.00pm
Help close down the venue after the competition; which will include removing mats, moving table/chairs, clearing rubbish and other close down as needed.
Lunch will be provided to all volunteers who are assisting on Sunday 21st September.
This will be the largest club run Poomsae competition in the UK in 2025 and with your support we can make this an amazing experience for everyone who attends. If you are available to volunteer or would like more details please email poomsaeopen@bluewave.org.uk or speak to one of the coaches in class.
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