Rules and regulations

COMPETITION CLOTHING



The competition begins with a pack start, in which all competitors gather at the starting line. No more than three competitors of one nation shall be standing in the front row on the start line. The firing of a start gun commences the race. In case of false start, a second start will be given. In case of a second false start, the respective athlete’s start number will be called and the athlete will be penalized with 10 second on the starting line.

Due to the run & swim format of the race, biathletes are required to compete wearing clothes that are tight fitting, yet comfortable during both running and swimming. Women should wear one or two pieces of clothing suitable for the entire race (swim suit or sports bra). We ask that male competitors wear a tight fitting shirt “bolero” (lycra t-shirt) to be worn while swimming and running. All biathletes must wear vests identifying their nation.
United Arab Emirates law requires that top/shirts must be worn in public. Note to all competitors that running shoes MUST be worn during the running portion of the competition and must be removed for the swimming portion of the race. NOTE: running shoes must not be worn in the swim, but must be worn for both runs.

UIPM RULES


1.7 Clothing

1.7.1 For Biathle competitions, athletes should wear a swimsuit or tight-fitting one-piece body suit that is capable of being worn for each segment of the competition.

1.7.2 In Winter Biathle competitions, athletes should wear appropriate clothing for each event.

1.7.3 If the organiser provides competition suits in accordance with UIPM guidelines and Advertising and Media Rules, athletes must wear them. Athletes must wear their tops identifying the National Federation they represent throughout the race.

1.7.4 Footwear must: a) not be worn in the Swimming b) must be worn for both Runnings.

DEADLINES:


1. Please complete the PRELIMINARY Form and return it to us by fax or email by 31 August.
2. Please, complete FINAL Form and return it to us by fax or e mail by 30 September.

BIATHLETES FEES:


Each competitor must pay a fee of €55.00 (entry fee, accreditation, commemorative t-shirt and closing Gala dinner party).

COACHES FEES:


Each coach must pay a fee of €55.00 (entry fee, accreditation, commemorative t-shirt and closing Gala dinner party).

ADDITIONAL FEES FOR BIATHLETES/FRIENDS/GUESTS/FAMILY MEMBERS


Pasta party a fee of €25.00
Gala Dinner party a fee of €39.00

RACE DVD


To capture all the excitement of the event, UIPM will be creating a highlights DVD. This DVD will be for sale for $12, which can be paid, either at the event or at www.pentathlon.org . $12 includes all postage and handling and it will be delivered right to you door a week after the conclusion of the event.

In order to confirm your participation to the competition, we kindly ask you to enclose a copy of the bank transfer with the final entry form.
You will be issued with the same number of accreditations, t-shirts and invitations to the pasta party and winner’s party as fees paid. Additional tickets for the pasta party, as well as for the after competition Gala dinner party should be ordered beforehand but may be purchased on location by athletes, non-biathletes and non-federation officials. The cost of the Pasta Party tickets will be €25.00 and the after competition Gala Dinner party will be €39.00.

PLEASE SEND YOUR ENTRY FEES TO


BENEFICIARY NAME: SUPER SPORTS ACADEMY
BANK NAME: EMIRATES NBD
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 1011328011201
SWIFT CODE: EBILAEAD

INSURANCE


The organiser will not accept any responsibility financial or otherwise for loss, injury or illness of any Delegation member. All members of the attending Delegations must insure themselves by a sufficient health, accident and liability insurance. By submitting the entry the National Federation confirms that all persons named on the entry are covered by such an insurance.

VISAS AND VACCINATION


Visiting nations should confirm visa and vaccination requirements for entry into United Arab Emirates prior to travelling to the event. The LOC cannot accept responsibility for arranging any visas but can provide specific letters of invitation if needed. For information if you need a visa or vaccinations please contact your nearest Embassy or Consulate. Entry Visas, if needed, are usually arranged by hotel upon confirmation of booking.

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Biathle Rules

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ORGANIZERS Mihail Kouzev UIPM Middle East Development Officer - Mobile: +971 50 7944190 Email: mihail@biathleme.org Official Organizing Partner Warren van der Merwe Super Sports LLC, Mobile: +971 50 6575021, Email: warren@biathleme.org

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