Dear participants of the:
2019 LA Lights Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament of Champions!
We are absolutely delighted to have your participation in this monumental event. It is our pleasure to ensure that you and your athletes receive the highest caliber of competition and the utmost wonderful experience while competing alongside the greatest rhythmic gymnasts on the planet.
Competition Schedule:
COACHES & JUDGES
Domestic: : Coaches, judges and officials who are Professional members with current background and safety certification will be issued credentials. All coaches must have completed the U100 and SafeSport.
International: USA Gymnastics requires all gymnasts, coaches and judges participating in USA Gymnastics sanctioned events to be registered members of USA Gymnastics. Please submit your Foreign Membership application directly to USAG. For more information, contact USA Gymnastics Member Services by telephone at 800.345.4719, or at the following e-mail address: membership@usagym.org
LA LIGHTS management will maintain its annual policy of 1 coach per 5 athletes competing on the floor at any given time. If your team consists of 5, or up to 5 athletes, ONE COACH will be allowed on the floor, please allocate your organizational leadership in advance.
RULES
Levels 3-8 follow the US Rhythmic JO Handbook, Levels 9-10 follow the current FIG Code of Points.
APPARATUS CHART
| Level 3 | Floor, Hoop, Ball |
| Level 4 | Floor, Rope, Ball |
| Level 5 | Floor, Rope, Hoop, Clubs |
| Level 6 | Floor, Rope, Hoop, Ribbon |
| Level 7 | Floor, Hoop, Ball, Clubs |
| Level 8 | Floor, Rope, Clubs, Ribbon |
| Level 9/10 Jr | Rope, Ball, Clubs, Ribbon |
| Level 9/10 Sr | Hoop, Ball, Clubs, Ribbon |
SUGGESTED TRAVEL SCHEDULE
| Thursday, January 24, 2019 | Arrival Date and Training |
| Friday, January 25, 2019 | Event Competition Day 1 |
| Saturday, January 26, 2019 | Event Competition Day 2 (2 Event Awards) |
| Sunday, January 27, 2019 | Event Competition Day 3 (Award + All-around) |
LA Lights committee strongly advises to plan on the above suggested schedule. Meet schedule may change due to visa requests and foreign entries. Event committee not responsible for travel schedule outside of the suggested dates enclosed.
It is recommended that all participants stay at the host hotel.
The host hotel will have accommodations to include same floor group reservations, added venue security and LA Lights benefits to include complimentary features.
LEVELS 7-10 D-FORMS
Two (2) hard copies of each D form are due by mail by January 14th, 2019.
Mailed forms should be sent to the following address:
LA School of Gymnastics
8450 Higuera St, Culver City, CA 90232
As indicated in the Rules & Policies, any D Forms received after the above deadlines will be subject to a $20/form late fee. Emailed forms are not accepted for this meet.
MUSIC
Music must be uploaded to lalightsmeet.com by January 7th, 2019.
Note: All athletes must also bring a set of CD’s to the event as a backup.
CD’s should be clearly marked: [Name] – [Club] – [Level] – [Apparatus]
AWARDS
According to USAG Rhythmic Rules & Policies
TICKETS
- $25 – Adult Daily Pass (Cash, Cashiers Check or Money Order Only)
- $35.00 – Diamond Daily Package: includes official event program, unlimited access in/out all day – Preferred VIP Guest
- $20 – Senior (75 and older) / Children (3 years and younger) Daily Pass
- $5 – Infant (does not require a seat) Daily Pass
HOTEL
Host hotel is almost SOLD OUT and we do not want you to reserve through a 3rd party or have to stay at another hotel, where we can not assure you personalized service and a quality hotel experience. Therefore, please be sure to email Mrs Joyce Mak right away to facilitate your stay at the newly remodeled hotel, indicating your reservation is with the LA Lights Tournament:
Courtyard Marriott Los Angeles Westside
6333 Bristol Parkway
Culver City, CA 90230
Hotel: 310-484-7000
Direct: 310-590-2512
Fax: 310-590-2593
joyce.mak@hershahotels.com
www.courtyardlawestside.com
*All participants are responsible for making their own travel, accommodation and transportation arrangements.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed in many areas at LA Lights Tournament of Champions, including music, awards, staging, computer data entry, scoring and competition administration. Interested parties should email Tanya Berenson at Tanya@lagymnastics.com.
CONTACTS
Event Manager Tanya Berenson tanya@lagymnastics.com for any questions on foreign entries.
Elena Bokova for domestic inquiries at elena@lagymnastics.com
For a faster response on general inquiries, email info@lagymnastics.com
Participant lists, competition and award schedules, results and other event information is available on the website.
As always, if you have any questions, we are here to ensure that your stay in Los Angeles is enjoyable and your experience at the Tournament serves to be a great one for you and your athletes. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions! Wishing you much success at the 2019 LA Lights Tournament of Rhythmic Gymnastics Champions!
Respectfully,
LA Lights Committee
https://lalightsmeet.com/
