World Kettlebell
Lifting Championships
MIAMI, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 3 & 4,
2007
$20,000
IN CASH PRIZES
+ ADDITIONAL AWARDS AND GIFTS
WORLD
KETTLEBELL CLUB
We
are a Network of Kettlebell Lifting Clubs representing the Core Values and
Merits of Kettlebell Lifting throughout the World. Joining forces with the top
Coaches, Athletes, and Organizations, we have opened the doors to a New Era in
Kettlebell Lifting, now reaching around the Globe to promote Stronger Mind,
Spirit and Body for all Humans. It is our collective opinion and experience
that nothing can foster human potential better, faster or more widespread than
Kettlebells.
GOALS
·
Showcase the legitimacy of Kettlebell Sport as the ultimate
test of Strength-Endurance and aide in attaining its rightful place in the
Olympics
·
Popularize the healthy benefits of proper Kettlebell
Lifting to the World
·
Organize an event where individual athletes of all levels,
from any Country, can peacefully gather and demonstrate their skill
LOCATION
Hyatt Regency Miami
400 South East Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131-2197 USA
Ph: (305) 358-1234
http://miamiregency.hyatt.com
ORGANIZERS
This competition is brought to you by World Kettlebell Club and its
Members, including this year’s host, American Kettlebell Club and its Head
Coach, Valery Fedorenko.
WHO CAN COMPETE
This
competition is open to Members of the World Kettlebell Club or it’s individual
Country Clubs free of charge. If a National Team, Professional or Amateur Lifter
wishes to compete but is not yet an official Member, they can submit an entry
fee of $100USD*
*All
Athletes and Teams are responsible for their own expenses, including travel,
hotel, insurance, food and incidentals. The American Kettlebell Club has covered
the expenses to run the competition, including venue, equipment, staff, and
advertising.
CATEGORIES AND JUDGING
Weight Categories
Mens
Weight Categories: 55kg/60kg/65kg/70kg/75kg/80kg/85kg/90kg/90+kg=
Womens Weight categories: 50kg/55kg/60kg/65kg/70kg/75kg/75+kg
Amateur
Men-24kg
Kettlebell
Women-12kg Kettlebell
Professional
Men-32kg
Kettlebell
Women-16kg Kettlebell
The
Competition will be Judged according to the Official Rules of Lifting of the
World Kettlebell Club.
AWARDS
Medals
and Certificates will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd
place in each Weight Category for each Lift, both Men and Women. Additional
Awards and Gifts will be given accordingly.
Professional
Divisions will split $20,000USD as follows:
Mens
Jerk/Snatch Biathlon Absolute Champion $3000
Womens
1 Arm Jerk/Snatch Biathlon Absolute Champion $3000
Mens
Jerk /Snatch Biathlon Coefficient Champion $3000
Womens
1 Arm Jerk/Snatch Coefficient Champion $3000
Mens
LongCycle Absolute Champion $2000
Womens
1 Arm LongCycle Absolute Champion $2000
Mens
1 Arm LongCycle 20min Unlimited Hand Switching $1000
Womens
1 Arm LongCycle 20min Unlimited Hand Switching $1000
Mens
Chair Press Absolute Champion $1000
Womens
1 Arm Chair Press Absolute Champion $1000
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Saturday
November 3rd 9am-3pm
Sunday
November 4th 9am-3pm
All
Awards will be given Sunday after all Competitions end.
TRAVEL, HOTEL AND ENTERTAINMENT
Directions to the Hyatt Regency
Miami
From Miami International Airport (Airport
Code: MIA) to Hyatt Regency (8 miles):
Take 836 East, Go through tolls and stay to right side. Take I-95 South Exit -
Downtown. Once on I-95 Stay in left hand lane and take Exit 2A/ Biscayne
Boulevard. Stay in right hand lane at the end of the ramp, the hotel will be on
your immediate right side.
From Fort Lauderdale Airport
(Airport Code: FLL) to Hyatt Regency (23 miles): Take US-1 S/FL-5 S. Take a right
onto FL-818W for 1.4 miles and then Merge onto I-95S toward Miami. Take the
Miami Ave exit (exit 2C) toward Biscayne Blvd. Turn Right onto SE 2nd Ave/ US-1
S.
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
SUPER SHUTTLE SERVICE: (fees apply): 24 hour service to the Hyatt Regency.
$18USD per person. Guests should go to the Super Shuttle station located at the
Van/Limo booth directly outside of baggage claim area. (Curbside) lower level
for pick-up. (Blue vans with yellow lettering that say Super Shuttle).
Taxi: Approximately $20-25 USD One-way
FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT:
SUPER SHUTTLE SERVICE: Super Shuttle does not come from the airport to the
Hyatt Regency but does go from the Hyatt Regency to airport at $32 USD per
person
Taxi: Approximately $50-60
LOCAL
METRO MOVER -Adjoins the Hyatt Regency by tunnel. Accesses entire downtown area
and bayside. No charge.
METRO RAIL - MetroRail does not
adjoin to the Hyatt Regency, it can be reached via the MetroMover that adjoins
to the hotel at the Bank of America Tower. The rate for each way for the
MetroRail is currently $1.50
HOTELS
There are countless Hotels in the Miami area. The Hotels with the
greatest availability for November 2-5 seem to be the Miami Airport Hotels.
Wyndham Miami Airport (offers a group rate of $159/night)
Courtyard Marriott (offers a rate of $239-$259/night)
(305) 374-3000
Hilton Miami Airport (offers a rate
of $189-$219/night
(305) 262-1000
http://www.miamiairport.hilton.com
Red Roof Inn Miami Airport (offers a rate of $95-$120/night)
(305) 871-4221
http://www.redroof.com
Days Inn Miami Airport (offers rates from $109-$179/night)
(305) 888-3661
Radisson Hotel (offers a rate of $225/night)
(305) 374-0000
http://www.radisson-miami.com
Continental Downtown Bayside (offers rates from $99-$149/night)
(305) 358-4555
Doubletree Grand Hotel on Biscayne Bay (offers rates starting at
$192/night)
(305) 372-0313
http://www.biscaynebay.doubletree.com
ENTERTAINMENT
PARROT JUNGLE
Where the colors of the jungle come alive. With its
world-famous parrot shows, waterfront Serpentarium, ape and monkey exhibits,
and open aviaries, Parrot Jungle Island offers endless things to see and do.
Guest will tour the lush tropical landscaping and elegant gardens while
encountering beautiful birds of over 1,100 species, baby apes, alligators,
giant tortoises and other exotic animal life. Want to get really wild in Miami?
Visit the spectacular new Parrot Jungle Island, in the heart of Miami between
Downtown and South Beach.
For more information go to www.parrotjungle.com
EL LORO PIRATE SHIP ADVENTURE
Take a Pirate Boat tour of Miami.Located at Bayside Market
Place (behind Hard Rock Cafe) in downtown Miami. This sightseeing tour will
reward you with breathtaking views of the Famous Celebrities' Mansions in
Miami's gorgeous Waterways. Come aboard "El Loro" ship and make your
dream of living a Pirate Adventure come true!
For more information go to www.miamipirates.com call
305-358-1234 or 800-233-1234 for Reservations.
MIAMI SEAQUARIUM
Come out to Miami Seaquarium for a wonderful day of family fun.some exciting
shows, great exhibits and enjoyable, educational presentations in the
beautifully landscaped park overlooking Biscayne Bay. Swim with the dolphins or
just enjoy a relaxing day roaming the park. All the entertainment is included
in the price of your admission.
For more details go to www.miamiseaquarium.com
BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE
This outside shopping and dining mall features Hard Rock
Cafe, Bubba Gumps, Fat Tuesdays, Victoria's Secret, The Disney Stores, Bath
& Body Works plus other shopping and restaurant venues.Sit on the bay
andwhile enjoying adrink. minutes from the hotel by using either the free
Metromover and taking your car.For additional information please go to www.baysidemarketplace.com.
DADELAND MALL
For the real shopper Dadeland Mall is the place to be.Major
stores are Nordstrom, Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue and J.C. Penney.For additional
information go to please go to www.shopsimon.com, select Florida and then
select Dadeland Mall.The mall is located approximately 25 minutes from downtown
Miami and well worth the trip.
DOLPHIN MALL
Thismall is located in West Miami but is easily accessed by
the highway or the free Dolphin Mall Shuttle that stops at the front door of
the hotel.If you're looking for a day of shopping then this is the place.
Marshalls Mega Store, Off Fifth (Saks), Neiman Marcus Last Call,Lauren Factory
Store, Linen's & Things, Tommy Hillfiger and much more!For Store hours and
additional information to go www.shopdolphinmall.com.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
You can contact American Kettlebell Club by mail, email, fax or through
our website at:
American
Kettlebell Club
Attn. Valery Fedorenko
6488 Liberty Knoll Drive
Hamilton, Ohio 45011 USA
Fax:
1-206-350-8839
americankettlebellclub@gmail.com
www.AmericanKettlebellClub.com
