Impact Open 2026 – Registration
10 June 2026
De Silva Open 2026 – Association Information
25 June 2026
Thank you for registering for the inaugural De Silva Open 2026!
We're looking forward to welcoming competitors from across the UK for what promises to be a fantastic day of ITF Taekwon-Do.
For many of our students, this will be their very first competition. To help you prepare, we've put together the information below covering everything you need to know before arriving.
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
Venue:
- Brunel University Sports Centre,
- Brunel University,
- Kingston Lane,
- Uxbridge UB8 3PH.
Directions
Approaching from Kingston Lane North at the first roundabout, take the second exit, turning right. Continue to the next, smaller roundabout and again take the second exit, turning right.
Timings:
An approximate indication is included below so you can plan your day. Please be aware that there may be variation in these timing depending on the events on the day.
Please ensure you arrive promptly to ensure that you are correctly registered and you do not miss your division.
| Category | Timings |
|---|---|
| Registration & Check-In | 08:30 - 09:15 |
| Patterns (All Grades) | 09:30 - 11:30 |
| Sparring (All Grades) | 12:00 - 15:00 |
Parking
There is plenty of space in the campus car park, but with so many attendees, please make sure you allow enough time so you are not in a rush.
Follow the road, keeping to the left fork, until you reach the barriers. If the barriers are up, proceed a few meters further, and the car park will be on your left. If the barriers are down, press the intercom button to speak to security and request access.
Spectators
Entry will be permitted on a first-come, first-serve basis and charged at £5 per spectator, 5 years and under are free of charge.
Competitors should not take up paid seating if possible – they should remain in the competition area or use the warm-up area.
Refreshments
There are a number of food & drink vendors located within walking distance from the venue, but we recommend bringing your own sandwiches, snacks and water.
HOT WEATHER
With warm weather forecast, we'd appreciate everyone's help in staying safe throughout the event.
Please remember to:
- Bring plenty of water.
- Stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Bring light snacks if required.
Brunel University Sports Centre is a spacious, well-ventilated venue and we'll continue to monitor conditions throughout the day.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Format
Divisions will operate using a round-robin format, where possible.
This means every competitor will compete against each of the other competitors in their division, guaranteeing multiple matches.
Results from each round will determine the overall Gold, Silver and Bronze medal positions.
In the event where a division has only two competitors, competitors will either perform multiple patterns or sparring rounds.
Patterns
- All White & Coloured Belt students will perform one designated patterns throughout the rounds. All students will be asked to perform their grade pattern (e.g. Chon-Ji Tul, Dan-Gun Tul), or if you have graded recently, the most senior pattern that you know.
- All divisions will be separated by grade, so competitors will face another competitor of a similar age and grade.
Sparring
All White & Coloured Belt competitors will spar for a duration of 90 seconds per bout. Sparring bouts will be semi-contact.
All students who are participating in Sparring will need their own Sparring equipment. If you do not have your own equipment on the day, you will not be allowed to Spar.
Divisions
All the information provided by students in the digital entry form has been used to allocate competitors into the different divisions, create the draws, and help us plan the timing for the entire day.
As was stated, if you are entered into the wrong division as result of incorrect information being provided, you may be unable to participate in the event and no refund will be given for your entry payment.
Uniforms & safety equipment
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All competitors must compete in their De Silva Taekwon-Do White Club uniform and belt.
- For those students with an association tracksuit (top & bottoms), please wear this upon arrival, and change into your uniform before competing.
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Competitors sparring must wear;
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Semi-contact gloves
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Semi-contact boots
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Mouth guard
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Shin pads
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Groin guard*
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* For all male competitors groin guards are compulsory.
ABOVE ALL...
The De Silva Open has been created to provide students with a positive, enjoyable and memorable competition experience.
Whether this is your first tournament or your fiftieth, we encourage every competitor to:
- Try their very best.
- Demonstrate excellent sportsmanship.
- Respect officials and fellow competitors.
- Support one another.
- Most importantly... enjoy the experience!
We wish every competitor the very best of luck and look forward to seeing you on Saturday.
