2015 Bob and Barbara White Invitational Newsletter
March 2015  
"For the Kids"
March 20-22, 2015
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It's hard to believe but the 10th Annual Bob and Barbara White Invitational is this month. Our team continues to work hard to make sure that we throw a great event. The response and support of our martial arts community has been over whelming and we are in position to help a lot of abused children see a better future.

 

That said it is never too late to help support the RFK. Your last minute donation may be what is needed to send an additional kid to camp.

 

Coach John Wooden said "You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you."

 

Here's hoping for a perfect weekend at the Bob and Barbara White Invitational. As always I leave you with three simple words;

"For the kids"

 

Vishal Shukla 

Tournament Director

Video of the Month
Kings and Queens
People often ask about the benefits of attending a Royal Family Kids Camp. Watch the video below to see how a week at camp can make children who have been forgotten feel like Kings and Queens.
RFKC 2014 Kings and Queens
RFKC 2014 Kings and Queens
Officials Meeting
Referee
Volunteers Needed 
In order to run as efficiently as possible, we need people to volunteer as judges, time keepers and score keepers.
We will hold a rules meeting at 1:00 PM on March 7 at Power of One Karate in Long Beach. 

We will also hold an officials meeting at 8:30 AM on March 22 before the tournament starts.

We encourage all school owners and interested competitors to attend. This is your chance to understand the rules and ask questions of the tournament directors.

If you are willing to volunteer your time to officiate please email the officials coordinator, Gordon Alexander.
Rules Change
New for 2015

In order to have consistency with other tournaments, The 2015 Bob and Barbara White Invitational will feature some new individual sparring rules. These include:

  • Matches will be 2 minutes or the first to 10 points.
  • 2 points will be awarded for controlled kicks to the head.
  • The groin is NOT a target

Please note that all competitors must have the required protective equipment. In addition we strongly request that all participants wear full uniforms while competing.  

 

We encourage you to attend the rules meeting so that all judges and participants have a chance to ask questions and understand the rules.

Kenpo History Channel
Barbara White Interview
Thank you to Bo Luellen and the Kenpo History Channel for their support.
 
The Kenpo History Channel will be filming interviews at the Bob and Barbara White Invitational as part of a documentary they are making.

In addition, Barbara White was interviewed as part of the "Interviews with the Icons" series. Watch the attached video to learn more.
The Kenpo History Channel - Interview with the Icons - S2E13 - Barbara White
The Kenpo History Channel - Interview with Barbara White
Celbridge Kenpo Charity Tournament
March 1, 2015

On Sunday March, Eddie Downey and Celbridge Kenpo Karate will host the 2015 Celbridge

Charity Karate Championships to benefit the Royal Family Kids. Click here for more information.

 

Mr. Downey and his students continue to be great supporters of the RFK and we thank them for their friendship.

  Raffle
Want To Donate?

The Bob and Barbara White Invitational will feature a special raffle. There will be many great items available and all net proceeds will be donated to the Royal Family Kids. 

 

Click here to see a partial list of auction/raffle items available this year.

 

If you have something you want to donate to the auction or raffle, E-mail us and let us know.    

The Steve Hearring Award
Steve Hearring Award 2011 Nominate Your Student

We are proud to announce that a special student will receive the Steve Hearring Memorial Award  at the Bob and Barbara White Invitational.

 

We are asking instructors to nominate a student they feel embodies the traits of leadership, humility and integrity. Click here for more information and to submit your nomination online. Entries will be voted on by an independent group of judges. The winner will be announced at the BWI and does not need to be in attendance to win.
Welcome Banquet
Seacliff2 Buy Your Tickets Now

There are still a few seats left for the 2015  Welcome Banquet to be held at the prestigious Seacliff Country Club in Huntington Beach on Friday March 20.

 

The doors open at 6:00 for cocktails, pictures and socializing.

 

The 2015 Banquet will feature Ms. Erin Gruwell as guest speaker. We will have a live auction of some amazing items as well as entertainment.

 

Get your tickets now for one of the premiere martial arts events of the year.  

Online Registration Is Now Open!
Register Online 

If you are planning on competing at the Register Now tournament, please click here to register online as soon as possible.

 

Online registration will close at 11:00 PM on Thursday March 19. 

 

To celebrate our 10th year all competitors will receive a free raffle ticket. We will have multiple drawings throughout the day with prizes including bicycles and skateboards. 

 

In addition, the first 200 people to register will get a free gift bag and tournament T-shirt!

 

We have improved the online registration process to allow you to register multiple students at once.    

 

The entry fee is only $40 for all events. In addition, admission is free for spectators. 

 
Tournament flyers can be downloaded here. 
Revere Karate Academy Fundraiser for RFK

2nd Annual Northeast Training Camp
On Sunday March 8, 2015 Doreen  DiRienzo and The Revere Karate Academy will host the 2nd Annual Northeast Training Camp. The camp will run from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM and all proceeds will be donated to the Royal Family Kids.

Click here for more information.
Saturday Seminars March 21, 2015
RFK Fundraiser
As part of the BBWI weekend, Bob White's Karate Studio will host a series of seminars on Saturday March 21, 2015. All proceeds from these seminars will be donated to the RFK. Special guest instructors include:
Mohamad Tabatabai
Graham Lelliott
Ron Sanchez
Marcelo Carvalho
Marty Zaninovich
Contact BWKS to get more information!
Tournament Schedule
 
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The 2015 Bob White Invitational will be held at Edison High School in Huntington Beach.
  
The Registration Desk will be open at 8:00 AM and we will have the opening ceremonies at 9:00 AM. Please arrive early and enjoy a great day!

The order of competition will be:
  • Self Defense 
  • Forms  
  • Awards Presentation and Demos 
  • Individual Sparring
  • Team Sparring  
We encourage you to bring Lawn Chairs and EZ Ups if you want to spend some time outside and enjoy the sunshine of "Surf City USA"
Thank You to Master Paul Dye
RFK Fundraiser 
Thank you to Master Paul Dye who taught at Bob White's Karate to benefit to Royal Family Kids. Mr. Dye continues to donate his time for this worthy cause and we are grateful for his support.

Thanks to this great Kenpo leader and the participants, more abused children will get a chance to go to camp.
More Great Competition
Pacheco's Championships - March 15
On Sunday March 15, Jose Pacheco will Pacheco Tournament host the Pacheco's Championship Tournament at the Citrus College Main Gym in Glendora CA.

Please Contact Steve Cooper (714-889-9431) or Jose Pacheco (323-373-8598) for more information.

Tournament Hotel  

Orange County Hilton 

For those of you who are traveling to attend the Bob and Barbara White Invitational, we

Hilton
Orange County Hilton

have an official tournament hotel. We will once again be staying at the Orange County Hilton.  

We have a block of rooms available at a special tournament rate. Please mention "Bob White's Annual Invitational Youth Karate Tournament" when making your reservation. 

 

We suggest you fly into Orange County Airport (SNA). The airport is a short ride to the hotel and tournament. The hotel offers shuttle service to/from the airport.

 

In addition, we have a travel agent to assist you in making flight arrangements. Please contact Allyson Jeanson of Worldview Travel Inc. for assistance at 714-540-7400, ext. 1259.

OC Bike a Thon
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There are other great events to benefit  the RFKC. This includes the 2015 TourDeOC Bike-a-thon.  

The Bike-a-thon will be held on April 18, 2015 in Costa Mesa.  

 

Click here for more information!  

Vendors Wanted!
Sparring Gear Tables Available
We have plenty of space for vendor tables at the BWI. If you are interested, please E-mail us and let us know. You can advertise your business or sell your products.
Want to Post any Information?
If you have a story, want to acknowledge someone or something, please send it to me. [email protected] and we will post it in our next newsletter. Thank you.
See you in March!
Respectfully,


Vishal Shukla

Tournament Director

Bob White Invitational