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Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Penang Rowing Association (PRA) with Concept2 Malaysia as the presenting partner, is once again proud to bring you the third edition of Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH) this year on 10th to 11th August 2024 (Saturday and Sunday) at Straits Quay Retail Marina, Tanjung Tokong, Penang. 2024 PRICH is supported by the Penang State Sports Council (Majlis Sukan Negeri Pulau Pinang, MSNPP), Penang State Government Youth and Sports Committee, and the Malaysia Rowing Association (PERDAMA).


Upholding our vision of “Rowing for Everyone", this championship is open to everyone without any qualification or affiliation required. We welcome all individuals, clubs, schools, varsities, rowing associations, corporate companies, government departments and uniform bodies to participate in this spectacular event. 


Event Information: 

Event Title
2024 Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH)
Event Date
10th - 11th August 2024 (Saturday and Sunday)
Event Time
8.00am to 6.30pm
Venue

Straits Quay Retail Marina,

Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470, Tanjong Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

(Google map) https://goo.gl/maps/HzFAhRJu5jPap4Rp6 

Registration closing date
Entries will closed on 19th July 2024  11:59pm



Preliminary Event Schedule: 

subject to further changes. final race schedule / start list will be released 1 day before event.


Important Info: 


⚠️ How many events can I join?

No limitation. Every person is allowed to join as many categories as they can. Please check your fitness and body condition before you embark on entering too many events and end up not being able to complete the race and putting yourself up for injury. As this is a 1-day race, the schedule will be very packed, and if you fail to turn up on time for the race, the race will go on, and there is no refund for failing to start the race.


⚠️ Age 

For all categories, age is determined as Year of Birth.. Check your age using this web calculator:

https://www.calculator.net/age-calculator.html


 ⚠️ Check-in

During event day registration check-in, all participants need to show your original IC & Passport for event entry confirmation and age verification purposes



Categories and Entry Fee: 




**Inter Corporate Category: Open and limited to non-sports/fitness NGO, business corporation, companies, government agencies, government offices, and uniform bodies (Police, BOMBA, Armed Forces, Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.) only. 



Winner Prizes:

Winner Medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) will be awarded to the first three fastest athletes/teams in every category


Special Award:

For teams who win the most number of gold medals. If the number of gold medals is identical, the team with the most number of silver medals win. If the number of silver medals is identical, the team with the most number of bronze medals win.


The Best Varsity Team Award (For Colleges, University Colleges, and Universities)

Overall Champion: One trophy + RM 500 cash

1st Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 300 cash

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 200 cash


The Best Fitness Sport Team Award (For sport association, Fitness Studio, Gyms, Sport Club, Sport Team)

Overall Champion: One trophy  + RM 500 cash

1st Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 300 cash

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 200 cash


The Best High School Team Award (For secondary schools)

Overall Champion: One trophy

1st Runner Up: One Trophy

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy


The Best Primary School Team Award (For primary schools)

Overall Champion: One trophy

1st Runner Up: One Trophy

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy



Participants Entitlement:

E-Certificate* with Result and Ranking
 ✔️
PA Insurance for the event
✔️
Event T-Shirt**
 ✔️


* All participants who finish the race successfully will be awarded with e-certificate by email after the race.

**Every participant will get one (1) event t-shirt only regardless of how many categories entered.

**For example, athlete entering one (1) category, he/she will get one (1) shirt. If enter two (2) categories, he/she will also receive one (1) shirt only, same for entering three (3) categories, he/she will also receive one (1) shirt only.


Shirt Sizes / Dimension


General Rules / FAQ 


Equipment

What sort of indoor rowing machines are used?

Concept2 RowERG Standard Leg is the Official rowing machine for the championship.



Qualification


Do I need to qualify to enter?  

No, you do not need to qualify, no requirement at all – everyone is welcome!


Do I need to be a member of a club or gym or association to compete? 

There is no need to be a part of a club or gym or association to compete. However, we encourage you to register your team, club, association in the registration where your winning medals will contribute towards the team ranking award.


Foreigners / International participants


I live overseas. Can I enter?

Definitely! If you can enter Malaysia with a valid VISA, you can arrange your own trip and travel to Penang, Malaysia to join the championships. You must apply your own visa approval.


Food/drinks/meals


Can I bring food and drink into the facility with me?

The Straits Quay Retail Marina policy does not allow outside food and drink into the mall.


Does the event organizer prepare food for participants?

The ticket fee only includes participation in the race, food/drinks are not included. There are plenty of restaurants, convenient shops, in the Straits Quay Retail Marina for you to enjoy your breakfast, coffee, lunch, dinner and supper.


Registration


How many events can I join?

No limitation. Every person is allowed to join as many categories as you can. Please check your fitness and body condition before you embarked on entering too many events and end up not able to complete the race and put yourself up for injury. Race schedule can be very packed, and if you failed to turn up on time for the race, the race will go on, and there is no refund for failing to start the race.


Can I do a bulk entry?

Yes, you can, in the ticketing link, you can register as a buyer only, and buy multiple tickets. Just enter the required details for each participant.


Can I get a refund if I can’t race?

There are no refunds as indicated in the terms and conditions below.


If my club (or association or school) wants to send more than 1 entry for each categories, is it possible?

Yes, you can send unlimited number of entries per organization. Take note for Double and Team Relay event registration, after you enter the organization name (for example, Super Sports Club), you need to name each team uniquely, for example, SSC A, SSC B, SSC C, etc. The team’s name cannot be the same in the entire championship across all categories. For example, if you have a team name SSC A in the 2000m Double Men, you cannot name another team SSC A in the 2000m Double Women or any other events, there is only one SSC A team in the entire championship.


Race

Can I bring someone onto the race floor with me?

Only the single and double categories allow to bring ONE (1) person to accompany him/her into the race floor. Coaches is NOT allowed to accompany the athletes for Team Relay categories. The person can only give verbal instruction, with no physical assistance like helping the athlete or touching the machine will result in disqualification.


Can I use someone else’s entry?

No, entries are non-transferable, and no substitution is allowed. Athletes IC or Passport will be checked on registration.


Why do I need to submit a 2000m & 500m time?

This is optional. To make the event more exciting for spectators, we try to group similarly paced athletes together in their heats. This is NOT a qualifying time, just for grouping purposes. Those who does not submit their times will be allocated accordingly. The race draw by the organiser is final. Each participant will only race one time, and the fastest time from all the heats of the same age group will be the winner.


Is there a warm-up area?

The rowing machine warm-up area is adjacent to the race floor.


What is the damper/drag factor can I use?

You may use any drag factor setting as you preferred. You must set the damper before race start. You cannot change the damper once the race has begun. This is the Charley Butt Rule.


Categories

What is an Open category?

Open categories mean no age limit and no weight limit for the same gender. For example, Open 2000m Men, if the participant does not fit-in other age groups or lightweight events, or he/she who wish to challenge himself/herself, can enter this category instead of age group.


What is the difference between 60+ and 60+ Lightweight age category?

The 60+ have no weight limit (openweight), while the 60+ Lightweight, the athlete must weight under 75.00kg (for male) and under 61.50kg (for female). Lightweight athlete must attend the weigh-in period (2hr - 1 hr before race) to qualify for Lightweight event. Participants will not be allowed to race in Lightweight event if they failed the weigh-in session. The participant still can allow to compete, but the result will be counted in openweight category.


What is the Lightweight limitation?

The maximum weight limit for lightweight men is 75.00 kg and women is 61.50 kg.


When is the weigh-in period?

Lightweight categories athletes must weigh-in not more than 2 hours before the scheduled start time of their race. Participants should wear the racing uniform, excluding shoes, for weigh-in. If the weigh-in is above the limits, or failure to weigh-in within time period, participant is not eligible for lightweight event, you still can compete, but the result will be counted in openweight event. If the athlete enter multiple categories, just need to weigh one (1) time only before the first (1st) race. Please inform the marshal that you are entering multiple categories, so that they can record for other categories as well.


What is my age group?

For all categories, age is determined as Year of Birth.

4 years old Born year 2020

5 years old Born year 2019

6 years old Born year 2018

7 years old Born year 2017

8 years old Born year 2016

9 years old Born year 2015

10 years old Born year 2014

11 years old Born year 2013

12 years old Born year 2012

13 years old Born year 2011

14 years old Born year 2010

15 years old Born year 2009

16 years old Born year 2008

17 years old Born year 2007

18 years old Born year 2006

19 years old Born year 2005

23 years old Born year 2001

30 years old Born year 1994

39 years old Born year 1985

40 years old Born year 1984

49 years old Born year 1975

50 years old Born year 1974

59 years old Born year 1965

60 years old Born year 1964


Check your age using this web calculator: https://www.calculator.net/age-calculator.html 



How is the Open 2000m Double event run?

Open = no age limit and no weight limit. 2 participants sitting on 2 machines individually and row 2000m each at the same time. The race software will combine the result from both machines and show one (1) average speed to complete the 2000m distance. It is not a relay, there is no changeover. For lightweight, each individual must weigh less than 75.00 kg (for men) and 61.50 kg (for women) 


How is the Open 2000m Double Mixed and Open 2000m Relay Mixed event run?

The Double team must consist of 1 men and 1 women, for Relay must consist of 2 men and 2 women. For Open 2000m Double Mixed event, Relay Mixed (also apply to Double 2000m Men & Double 2000m Women), there is no age limit and no weight limit. For Open Lightweight 2000m Double Mixed event, there is no age limit, but have weight limit, both must weigh less than 75.00 kg (for men) and 61.50 kg (for women). Mixed event, half of the crew shall be men, another half shall be women.


For 4x500m Team Relay, is there any weight limit?

There is no weight limit for all 4x500m Team Relay events. Only age and gender categories.


For 4x500m Team Relay, how is the age group Open, 30+, 40+ works?

Open = no age limit, no weigh limit

30+ = minimum age 30 years old and above.

40+ = minimum age 40 years old and above.

Example, if you have 2 members age 35 and 2 members age 45, your team can join the 30+ event, as the minimum age 30 years old and above. You cannot join the 40+ categories as there are 2 members who are under 40 years old.


For 4x500m Team Relay, can I row more than 500m or less than 500m?

Each team using one machine in the relay race, each member of a team shall row 500m distance, when it has reached the 500m point, changeover of rowers must take place within 2 strokes. Failure to comply will result in 10 seconds penalty added to the result. The result of each team includes the changeover between members.


For 4x500m Team Relay, can my team members hold the foot strap?

Yes, only the racing team members can hold the foot strap while another member is rowing. In the case of a rowing member fall off from their seat, no team members shall assist in pulling the handle to row, any team fail to comply will result in 10 seconds penalty added to the result.


For Para Rowing, what is the classification?

The Para Rowing category is open to all people, no age limit, no weight limit, with disabilities such as visual impairment, physically disabled, etc. This is the first time we include the Para category, so this single category includes all PR1, PR2 and PR3 categories stated by FISA.


When will the full result be released?

We aim to have full results published within 48 hours of the completion of championships.



Organising Committee Contact: 

Contact Phone Number
+6016 4656961
https://wa.me/60164656961 
Contact Person
Mr. Khoo Kah Beng
Email address
[email protected]
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/penangrowing/ 
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/penangrowing/ 
Address
6, Solok Sungai Pinang 3, 11600 Georgetown, Penang


Location

Straits Quay Retail Marina
Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Terms and Conditions

  1. Each ticket purchased is entitled for ONE participant. No duplicate entry for each ticket.
  2. Tickets purchased cannot be transferred and is strictly not refundable after successful purchase.
  3. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable for cash or other products and services.
  4. The Organizer reserves the right to make changes to the event details without prior notice.
  5. By purchasing a ticket from us, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions.
  6. Kindly present the printed ticket or online e-ticket QR code together with your original IC / passport for verification purposes upon registration check-in on the event day.


You are advised to read and understand the Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release from Liability.


Waiver
I / We hereby agree not to hold the organizer and co-organizers, their representatives and sponsors against all cost, expense or liability that may arise in consequence of my participation in the event, I hereby waive all claims for any and all injuries, death and invalidity to me or the person under my care which may be caused by any act, or failure to act by the organizer, members and employees arising directly or indirectly during the course of event or arising as a result of it. In consideration of the organizer accepting this entry, I hereby assume liability for any loss, damage or liability from the above event. I confirm that I have read and accepted the conditions of entry to event and the rules and regulations for this event.


The Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release From Liability

In consideration of the acceptance of my application to participate in 2023 Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH) including without limitation, competing in the race(s) and participating in any and all pre and post race activities and social events (collectively, the "Event"), and/or my being permitted to officiate, observe, work for or in any manner participate in the Event or its staging, and intending to be legally bound hereby, I hereby freely agree, represent and acknowledge, for myself, my personal representatives, assigns and heirs that:  


(1) I HEREBY RELEASE AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND SHALL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, Penang Rowing Association (PRA) and venue sponsor 1st Avenue Mall ; hereinafter referred to as "The Organiser"; all states, cities, counties or localities in which the Event or segments of the Event are held; all Event sponsors, advertisers, officials, volunteers and independent contractors; owners and lessees of property used to conduct or used in conjunction with the Event; and the officers, directors, shareholders, partners, employees, members and agents of any of the above (the "Releasees"); FROM EVERY CLAIM AND ANY LIABILITY that I, my personal representatives, heirs and assigns may allege against the Releasees, including attorney's fees, as a direct or indirect result of injury to me or my property or resulting in my death, whether or not caused by any act or omission of Releasees, including but not limited to the negligence of Releasees or otherwise while I am in any way competing in, officiating, observing, working for, or in any manner participating in the Event or its staging; 


(2) I acknowledge that participating in the Event can be a dangerous activity that involves risks of serious bodily injury, death or property damage and I HEREBY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE due to the negligence of Releasees or otherwise arising out of or in any way relating to any of the events referred to in item 1 hereof; 


(3) I will comply with all rules, regulations and instructions of the Event and its officials; 


(4) I / my team members declare that I / my team members physically fit and capable of participating in the Event, and there is no medical reason why I should not participate in the Event;  I declared that I am not a Covid-19 positive during the event day. If I am Covid-19 positive, I shall excuse myself from participating in this event. 


(5) I CONSENT TO RECEIVE MEDICAL TREATMENT in the event that I become ill, I am injured or I am involved in an accident during the Event or as otherwise deemed necessary or advisable by Event officials; 


(6) I CONSENT TO THE FREE AND UNRESTRICTED USE OF MY NAME, VOICE AND PICTURE in any and all Event promotional materials, videotapes, telecasts, and promotions for any purposes deemed necessary by The Organiser, including but not limited to commercial use, and I waive all right to any future compensation to which I may otherwise be entitled as a result of the use of my name or likeness;  


(7) I understand that The Organiser withholds the right to offer any refund to participants for their registration to The Event for whatever reason including but not limited to non-starters, withdrawal, cancellation of The Event; and 


(8) I accept that once my registration has been paid for and confirmed that it cannot be transferred to any other individual as they will not be covered under the insurance of The Event. Any requests to transfer registrations must be made in writing to the Race Director, will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to additional costs related to the transfer of details.


(9) I / my team members understand that by participating in the Event, there are risks of injury, death and/or loss. I am / my team members are entering the Event at my own risk and responsibility. I / my team members hereby discharge the Organizer and any other individual or organization connected directly or indirectly with the Event from any responsibility in the event of injury, death or loss of property incurred during, as consequence of or while travelling to and from the Event.


(10) I / my team members agree that the Organizer are permitted to collect, store and use my / my team members’ personal data (as defined in the Personal Data (Privacy)Ordinance) as provided by me / my team members in the Declaration for the purpose of or in connection with the Event (including organization, promotion, and publicity of the Event etc.).


(11) I / my team members understand and agree to provide my / my team members’ ID Card/Passport to verify my/ my team members’ personal details to the Organizer upon request.


By signing this Declaration, I / my team members agree to and confirm to accept all of the terms, conditions and points made and subsequently raised in the important notes, declarations and conditions.


I HAVE CAREFULLY READ, UNDERSTAND AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNED THIS AGREEMENT.

I HEREBY AFFIRM THAT I AM EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, AND I UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS.


For persons under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must sign the above Waiver and Release and complete the following section.

I am the parent or natural guardian of this participant and have executed the foregoing Waiver and Release Agreement for and on behalf of my Child.  I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT.  


In consideration of allowing my Child to participate in the Event, I agree that THE TERMS OF THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT SHALL BIND ME, MY CHILD, our personal representatives, heirs and assigns. I HEREBY RELEASE AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND SHALL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, THE RELEASEES FROM EVERY CLAIM AND ANY LIABILITY that I or my Child may allege against the Releasees, including attorney fees, as a direct or indirect result of injury to me or my child, or my or my Child's property, or resulting in my or my Child's death, because of my Child's participation in the Event or its staging, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or otherwise.

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The Penang Rowing Association (PRA) is the governing body for the sport of rowing in Penang state of Malaysia and was established in 2020. We are a registered sports body with the Sports Commissioner of Malaysia Ministry of Youth and Sport (Pesuruhjaya Sukan), as well as affiliate members of the Malaysia Rowing Association (PERDAMA) and the Penang State Sports Council (Majlis Sukan Negeri Pulau Pinang /MSNPP).
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2024 Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships

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Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Penang Rowing Association (PRA) with Concept2 Malaysia as the presenting partner, is once again proud to bring you the third edition of Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH) this year on 10th to 11th August 2024 (Saturday and Sunday) at Straits Quay Retail Marina, Tanjung Tokong, Penang. 2024 PRICH is supported by the Penang State Sports Council (Majlis Sukan Negeri Pulau Pinang, MSNPP), Penang State Government Youth and Sports Committee, and the Malaysia Rowing Association (PERDAMA).


Upholding our vision of “Rowing for Everyone", this championship is open to everyone without any qualification or affiliation required. We welcome all individuals, clubs, schools, varsities, rowing associations, corporate companies, government departments and uniform bodies to participate in this spectacular event. 


Event Information: 

Event Title
2024 Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH)
Event Date
10th - 11th August 2024 (Saturday and Sunday)
Event Time
8.00am to 6.30pm
Venue

Straits Quay Retail Marina,

Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470, Tanjong Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

(Google map) https://goo.gl/maps/HzFAhRJu5jPap4Rp6 

Registration closing date
Entries will closed on 19th July 2024  11:59pm



Preliminary Event Schedule: 

subject to further changes. final race schedule / start list will be released 1 day before event.


Important Info: 


⚠️ How many events can I join?

No limitation. Every person is allowed to join as many categories as they can. Please check your fitness and body condition before you embark on entering too many events and end up not being able to complete the race and putting yourself up for injury. As this is a 1-day race, the schedule will be very packed, and if you fail to turn up on time for the race, the race will go on, and there is no refund for failing to start the race.


⚠️ Age 

For all categories, age is determined as Year of Birth.. Check your age using this web calculator:

https://www.calculator.net/age-calculator.html


 ⚠️ Check-in

During event day registration check-in, all participants need to show your original IC & Passport for event entry confirmation and age verification purposes



Categories and Entry Fee: 




**Inter Corporate Category: Open and limited to non-sports/fitness NGO, business corporation, companies, government agencies, government offices, and uniform bodies (Police, BOMBA, Armed Forces, Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.) only. 



Winner Prizes:

Winner Medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) will be awarded to the first three fastest athletes/teams in every category


Special Award:

For teams who win the most number of gold medals. If the number of gold medals is identical, the team with the most number of silver medals win. If the number of silver medals is identical, the team with the most number of bronze medals win.


The Best Varsity Team Award (For Colleges, University Colleges, and Universities)

Overall Champion: One trophy + RM 500 cash

1st Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 300 cash

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 200 cash


The Best Fitness Sport Team Award (For sport association, Fitness Studio, Gyms, Sport Club, Sport Team)

Overall Champion: One trophy  + RM 500 cash

1st Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 300 cash

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy + RM 200 cash


The Best High School Team Award (For secondary schools)

Overall Champion: One trophy

1st Runner Up: One Trophy

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy


The Best Primary School Team Award (For primary schools)

Overall Champion: One trophy

1st Runner Up: One Trophy

2nd Runner Up: One Trophy



Participants Entitlement:

E-Certificate* with Result and Ranking
 ✔️
PA Insurance for the event
✔️
Event T-Shirt**
 ✔️


* All participants who finish the race successfully will be awarded with e-certificate by email after the race.

**Every participant will get one (1) event t-shirt only regardless of how many categories entered.

**For example, athlete entering one (1) category, he/she will get one (1) shirt. If enter two (2) categories, he/she will also receive one (1) shirt only, same for entering three (3) categories, he/she will also receive one (1) shirt only.


Shirt Sizes / Dimension


General Rules / FAQ 


Equipment

What sort of indoor rowing machines are used?

Concept2 RowERG Standard Leg is the Official rowing machine for the championship.



Qualification


Do I need to qualify to enter?  

No, you do not need to qualify, no requirement at all – everyone is welcome!


Do I need to be a member of a club or gym or association to compete? 

There is no need to be a part of a club or gym or association to compete. However, we encourage you to register your team, club, association in the registration where your winning medals will contribute towards the team ranking award.


Foreigners / International participants


I live overseas. Can I enter?

Definitely! If you can enter Malaysia with a valid VISA, you can arrange your own trip and travel to Penang, Malaysia to join the championships. You must apply your own visa approval.


Food/drinks/meals


Can I bring food and drink into the facility with me?

The Straits Quay Retail Marina policy does not allow outside food and drink into the mall.


Does the event organizer prepare food for participants?

The ticket fee only includes participation in the race, food/drinks are not included. There are plenty of restaurants, convenient shops, in the Straits Quay Retail Marina for you to enjoy your breakfast, coffee, lunch, dinner and supper.


Registration


How many events can I join?

No limitation. Every person is allowed to join as many categories as you can. Please check your fitness and body condition before you embarked on entering too many events and end up not able to complete the race and put yourself up for injury. Race schedule can be very packed, and if you failed to turn up on time for the race, the race will go on, and there is no refund for failing to start the race.


Can I do a bulk entry?

Yes, you can, in the ticketing link, you can register as a buyer only, and buy multiple tickets. Just enter the required details for each participant.


Can I get a refund if I can’t race?

There are no refunds as indicated in the terms and conditions below.


If my club (or association or school) wants to send more than 1 entry for each categories, is it possible?

Yes, you can send unlimited number of entries per organization. Take note for Double and Team Relay event registration, after you enter the organization name (for example, Super Sports Club), you need to name each team uniquely, for example, SSC A, SSC B, SSC C, etc. The team’s name cannot be the same in the entire championship across all categories. For example, if you have a team name SSC A in the 2000m Double Men, you cannot name another team SSC A in the 2000m Double Women or any other events, there is only one SSC A team in the entire championship.


Race

Can I bring someone onto the race floor with me?

Only the single and double categories allow to bring ONE (1) person to accompany him/her into the race floor. Coaches is NOT allowed to accompany the athletes for Team Relay categories. The person can only give verbal instruction, with no physical assistance like helping the athlete or touching the machine will result in disqualification.


Can I use someone else’s entry?

No, entries are non-transferable, and no substitution is allowed. Athletes IC or Passport will be checked on registration.


Why do I need to submit a 2000m & 500m time?

This is optional. To make the event more exciting for spectators, we try to group similarly paced athletes together in their heats. This is NOT a qualifying time, just for grouping purposes. Those who does not submit their times will be allocated accordingly. The race draw by the organiser is final. Each participant will only race one time, and the fastest time from all the heats of the same age group will be the winner.


Is there a warm-up area?

The rowing machine warm-up area is adjacent to the race floor.


What is the damper/drag factor can I use?

You may use any drag factor setting as you preferred. You must set the damper before race start. You cannot change the damper once the race has begun. This is the Charley Butt Rule.


Categories

What is an Open category?

Open categories mean no age limit and no weight limit for the same gender. For example, Open 2000m Men, if the participant does not fit-in other age groups or lightweight events, or he/she who wish to challenge himself/herself, can enter this category instead of age group.


What is the difference between 60+ and 60+ Lightweight age category?

The 60+ have no weight limit (openweight), while the 60+ Lightweight, the athlete must weight under 75.00kg (for male) and under 61.50kg (for female). Lightweight athlete must attend the weigh-in period (2hr - 1 hr before race) to qualify for Lightweight event. Participants will not be allowed to race in Lightweight event if they failed the weigh-in session. The participant still can allow to compete, but the result will be counted in openweight category.


What is the Lightweight limitation?

The maximum weight limit for lightweight men is 75.00 kg and women is 61.50 kg.


When is the weigh-in period?

Lightweight categories athletes must weigh-in not more than 2 hours before the scheduled start time of their race. Participants should wear the racing uniform, excluding shoes, for weigh-in. If the weigh-in is above the limits, or failure to weigh-in within time period, participant is not eligible for lightweight event, you still can compete, but the result will be counted in openweight event. If the athlete enter multiple categories, just need to weigh one (1) time only before the first (1st) race. Please inform the marshal that you are entering multiple categories, so that they can record for other categories as well.


What is my age group?

For all categories, age is determined as Year of Birth.

4 years old Born year 2020

5 years old Born year 2019

6 years old Born year 2018

7 years old Born year 2017

8 years old Born year 2016

9 years old Born year 2015

10 years old Born year 2014

11 years old Born year 2013

12 years old Born year 2012

13 years old Born year 2011

14 years old Born year 2010

15 years old Born year 2009

16 years old Born year 2008

17 years old Born year 2007

18 years old Born year 2006

19 years old Born year 2005

23 years old Born year 2001

30 years old Born year 1994

39 years old Born year 1985

40 years old Born year 1984

49 years old Born year 1975

50 years old Born year 1974

59 years old Born year 1965

60 years old Born year 1964


Check your age using this web calculator: https://www.calculator.net/age-calculator.html 



How is the Open 2000m Double event run?

Open = no age limit and no weight limit. 2 participants sitting on 2 machines individually and row 2000m each at the same time. The race software will combine the result from both machines and show one (1) average speed to complete the 2000m distance. It is not a relay, there is no changeover. For lightweight, each individual must weigh less than 75.00 kg (for men) and 61.50 kg (for women) 


How is the Open 2000m Double Mixed and Open 2000m Relay Mixed event run?

The Double team must consist of 1 men and 1 women, for Relay must consist of 2 men and 2 women. For Open 2000m Double Mixed event, Relay Mixed (also apply to Double 2000m Men & Double 2000m Women), there is no age limit and no weight limit. For Open Lightweight 2000m Double Mixed event, there is no age limit, but have weight limit, both must weigh less than 75.00 kg (for men) and 61.50 kg (for women). Mixed event, half of the crew shall be men, another half shall be women.


For 4x500m Team Relay, is there any weight limit?

There is no weight limit for all 4x500m Team Relay events. Only age and gender categories.


For 4x500m Team Relay, how is the age group Open, 30+, 40+ works?

Open = no age limit, no weigh limit

30+ = minimum age 30 years old and above.

40+ = minimum age 40 years old and above.

Example, if you have 2 members age 35 and 2 members age 45, your team can join the 30+ event, as the minimum age 30 years old and above. You cannot join the 40+ categories as there are 2 members who are under 40 years old.


For 4x500m Team Relay, can I row more than 500m or less than 500m?

Each team using one machine in the relay race, each member of a team shall row 500m distance, when it has reached the 500m point, changeover of rowers must take place within 2 strokes. Failure to comply will result in 10 seconds penalty added to the result. The result of each team includes the changeover between members.


For 4x500m Team Relay, can my team members hold the foot strap?

Yes, only the racing team members can hold the foot strap while another member is rowing. In the case of a rowing member fall off from their seat, no team members shall assist in pulling the handle to row, any team fail to comply will result in 10 seconds penalty added to the result.


For Para Rowing, what is the classification?

The Para Rowing category is open to all people, no age limit, no weight limit, with disabilities such as visual impairment, physically disabled, etc. This is the first time we include the Para category, so this single category includes all PR1, PR2 and PR3 categories stated by FISA.


When will the full result be released?

We aim to have full results published within 48 hours of the completion of championships.



Organising Committee Contact: 

Contact Phone Number
+6016 4656961
https://wa.me/60164656961 
Contact Person
Mr. Khoo Kah Beng
Email address
[email protected]
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/penangrowing/ 
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/penangrowing/ 
Address
6, Solok Sungai Pinang 3, 11600 Georgetown, Penang


Location

Straits Quay Retail Marina
Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Terms and Condition

Terms and Conditions

  1. Each ticket purchased is entitled for ONE participant. No duplicate entry for each ticket.
  2. Tickets purchased cannot be transferred and is strictly not refundable after successful purchase.
  3. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable for cash or other products and services.
  4. The Organizer reserves the right to make changes to the event details without prior notice.
  5. By purchasing a ticket from us, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions.
  6. Kindly present the printed ticket or online e-ticket QR code together with your original IC / passport for verification purposes upon registration check-in on the event day.


You are advised to read and understand the Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release from Liability.


Waiver
I / We hereby agree not to hold the organizer and co-organizers, their representatives and sponsors against all cost, expense or liability that may arise in consequence of my participation in the event, I hereby waive all claims for any and all injuries, death and invalidity to me or the person under my care which may be caused by any act, or failure to act by the organizer, members and employees arising directly or indirectly during the course of event or arising as a result of it. In consideration of the organizer accepting this entry, I hereby assume liability for any loss, damage or liability from the above event. I confirm that I have read and accepted the conditions of entry to event and the rules and regulations for this event.


The Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release From Liability

In consideration of the acceptance of my application to participate in 2023 Penang Rowing International Indoor Championships (PRICH) including without limitation, competing in the race(s) and participating in any and all pre and post race activities and social events (collectively, the "Event"), and/or my being permitted to officiate, observe, work for or in any manner participate in the Event or its staging, and intending to be legally bound hereby, I hereby freely agree, represent and acknowledge, for myself, my personal representatives, assigns and heirs that:  


(1) I HEREBY RELEASE AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND SHALL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, Penang Rowing Association (PRA) and venue sponsor 1st Avenue Mall ; hereinafter referred to as "The Organiser"; all states, cities, counties or localities in which the Event or segments of the Event are held; all Event sponsors, advertisers, officials, volunteers and independent contractors; owners and lessees of property used to conduct or used in conjunction with the Event; and the officers, directors, shareholders, partners, employees, members and agents of any of the above (the "Releasees"); FROM EVERY CLAIM AND ANY LIABILITY that I, my personal representatives, heirs and assigns may allege against the Releasees, including attorney's fees, as a direct or indirect result of injury to me or my property or resulting in my death, whether or not caused by any act or omission of Releasees, including but not limited to the negligence of Releasees or otherwise while I am in any way competing in, officiating, observing, working for, or in any manner participating in the Event or its staging; 


(2) I acknowledge that participating in the Event can be a dangerous activity that involves risks of serious bodily injury, death or property damage and I HEREBY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE due to the negligence of Releasees or otherwise arising out of or in any way relating to any of the events referred to in item 1 hereof; 


(3) I will comply with all rules, regulations and instructions of the Event and its officials; 


(4) I / my team members declare that I / my team members physically fit and capable of participating in the Event, and there is no medical reason why I should not participate in the Event;  I declared that I am not a Covid-19 positive during the event day. If I am Covid-19 positive, I shall excuse myself from participating in this event. 


(5) I CONSENT TO RECEIVE MEDICAL TREATMENT in the event that I become ill, I am injured or I am involved in an accident during the Event or as otherwise deemed necessary or advisable by Event officials; 


(6) I CONSENT TO THE FREE AND UNRESTRICTED USE OF MY NAME, VOICE AND PICTURE in any and all Event promotional materials, videotapes, telecasts, and promotions for any purposes deemed necessary by The Organiser, including but not limited to commercial use, and I waive all right to any future compensation to which I may otherwise be entitled as a result of the use of my name or likeness;  


(7) I understand that The Organiser withholds the right to offer any refund to participants for their registration to The Event for whatever reason including but not limited to non-starters, withdrawal, cancellation of The Event; and 


(8) I accept that once my registration has been paid for and confirmed that it cannot be transferred to any other individual as they will not be covered under the insurance of The Event. Any requests to transfer registrations must be made in writing to the Race Director, will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to additional costs related to the transfer of details.


(9) I / my team members understand that by participating in the Event, there are risks of injury, death and/or loss. I am / my team members are entering the Event at my own risk and responsibility. I / my team members hereby discharge the Organizer and any other individual or organization connected directly or indirectly with the Event from any responsibility in the event of injury, death or loss of property incurred during, as consequence of or while travelling to and from the Event.


(10) I / my team members agree that the Organizer are permitted to collect, store and use my / my team members’ personal data (as defined in the Personal Data (Privacy)Ordinance) as provided by me / my team members in the Declaration for the purpose of or in connection with the Event (including organization, promotion, and publicity of the Event etc.).


(11) I / my team members understand and agree to provide my / my team members’ ID Card/Passport to verify my/ my team members’ personal details to the Organizer upon request.


By signing this Declaration, I / my team members agree to and confirm to accept all of the terms, conditions and points made and subsequently raised in the important notes, declarations and conditions.


I HAVE CAREFULLY READ, UNDERSTAND AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNED THIS AGREEMENT.

I HEREBY AFFIRM THAT I AM EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, AND I UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS.


For persons under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must sign the above Waiver and Release and complete the following section.

I am the parent or natural guardian of this participant and have executed the foregoing Waiver and Release Agreement for and on behalf of my Child.  I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT.  


In consideration of allowing my Child to participate in the Event, I agree that THE TERMS OF THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT SHALL BIND ME, MY CHILD, our personal representatives, heirs and assigns. I HEREBY RELEASE AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND SHALL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, THE RELEASEES FROM EVERY CLAIM AND ANY LIABILITY that I or my Child may allege against the Releasees, including attorney fees, as a direct or indirect result of injury to me or my child, or my or my Child's property, or resulting in my or my Child's death, because of my Child's participation in the Event or its staging, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or otherwise.

 
The Penang Rowing Association (PRA) is the governing body for the sport of rowing in Penang state of Malaysia and was established in 2020. We are a registered sports body with the Sports Commissioner of Malaysia Ministry of Youth and Sport (Pesuruhjaya Sukan), as well as affiliate members of the Malaysia Rowing Association (PERDAMA) and the Penang State Sports Council (Majlis Sukan Negeri Pulau Pinang /MSNPP).
Event Links
http://t2u.asia/e/36921 

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