1. “Fighting For Ryder” ABKA Martial Arts Tournament American Bushido Kai Karate Association
August 27, 2011
Freedom Baptist Church
9602 N 177th E Avenue
Owasso, Oklahoma
Sponsored by The Warrior Group, Inc.
Competitor Fee: $30
Spectator Fee: $5
All donations accepted
Fee covers all events
100% of the proceeds from tournament and concessions go to support Ryder and his family’s medical costs
For more information contact:
Carla Bohlen
Tournament directors: Tad & Carla Bohlen
We reserve the right to deny entry to anyone.
Waivers must be signed and submitted during registration.
Divisions may be added or combined at tournament director’s discretion.
Important Info:
Registration starts at 8:00 am
Black Belt meeting at 9:00 am
Tournament starts approximately 9:30 am
This tournament is an open tournament. We welcome all styles and competitors.
Tournament divisions:
No gi grappling
Kumite
Self Defense
Ryder Herring of Skiatook, OK
Fighting for his life against brain cancer

2. “Fighting For Ryder” ABKA Martial Arts Tournament American Bushido Kai Karate Association
No Gi Grappling Competition
Danny DeMoss – Grappling Director
Men’s division
lbs
lbs
lbs
220 and up
Ladies division
129 and under
130 and up
Rules
5 minute match
No small joint manipulation
No striking
No heel hooks or knee bars
No compression locks (can openers, etc)
1st Incident – Warning
2nd Incident – Opponent awarded 2 points
3rd Incident - DQ
Ages 16 years and up
Skill levels
Beginner - 1 year or less
Intermediate – 1 to 3 years
Advanced – 3 years plus
Scoring:
Takedown 2 points
Sweeps 2 points
Knee on stomach 2 points
Pass guard 4 points
Mount 4 points
Back 4 points
Submission: Win
Weigh directly before match
Names will be randomly drawn to fill brackets
MMA shorts and compression shirts recommended. No gi tops allowed.

3. “Fighting For Ryder” ABKA Martial Arts Tournament American Bushido Kai Karate Association
Kumite Competition
Divisions
7 and under B, I
8-10 B, I, A
11-12 B, I, A
13-14 girls B, I, A
13-14 boys B, I, A
15-17 girls B, I, A
15-17 boys B, I, A
Adult Women B, I, A
Adult Men B, I, A
Black belt women
Black belt men
“B” - Beginner – White, yellow, orange and gold
“I” - Intermediate – green, blue and purple
“A” - Advanced – brown, red and black
Face contact in black belt division only
Foam dipped approved sparring gear mandatory as follows:
Hands
Feet
Mouth Piece
Male – Protective cup
Light head, body and groin contact allowed
Hand and feet striking techniques allowed
No leg kicks
Competitors under 18 years of age must wear mandatory, approved head gear
Competitors must wear approved, traditional martial arts uniforms
Complete stand up sparring rules and scoring will be communicated prior to start.

4. “Fighting For Ryder” ABKA Martial Arts Tournament American Bushido Kai Karate Association
Self Defense Competition
All Ages
No age brackets – By rank only
Divisions:
“B” - Beginner – White, yellow, orange and gold
“I” - Intermediate – green, blue and purple
“A” - Advanced – brown, red and black
Judging / scoring will be similar to kata competition.
Scoring will be based on realistic power, technique, focus and ability
Competitor has 1 minute to demonstrate up to 4 techniques.

5. “Fighting For Ryder” ABKA Martial Arts Tournament American Bushido Kai Karate Association
Registration and Waiver
THIS IS A RELEASE. In consideration of acceptance of this entry, I hereby waive any and all claims for myself and my heirs against the Warrior Group, Incorporated, Freedom Baptist Church, American Bushido Kai Karate Association or any of its affiliates, sponsors, agents, servants, officers, officials, competitors, employees and/or volunteers, for injury or illness which may directly or indirectly result from my participation and I further agree to save and hold said parties harmless and agree to indemnify each of said persons against all liability for any loss, cost, injury or damage to persons or property which may arise by virtue of the undersigned engaging in the “Fight for Ryder” martial arts tournament. I further state that I am in proper physical condition to participate in this event. I recognize that the sponsors of this event have not undertaken to provide the undersigned with any medical care, treatment or advice concerning my participation in this event. I understand the tournament may be cancelled at any time for any reason and the times may be changed at the sole discretion of the sponsors. I understand that karate and grappling are a physical sport and that there is a possibility for injury or death in which I waive all claims and assume full responsibility for injury to myself. I agree to waive all rights to all photographs and / or video images of myself while participating in the tournament. I agree to conduct myself in a manner that honors my school, instructors and the sport of karate.
Name ________________________ Age ______
School ________________________ Phone __________________
Signature _______________________
Parent or legal guardian must sign if entrant is under 18 years of age.