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Judges Certification Program

The Judges Certification Program is divided into four sections called Modules:

By admin at Tue, 06/03/2008 - 09:13

DIRECTIVE: Running IC Events at CBTF Open Competitions

Competition Directors may optionally offer the WBTF International Cup events at their Open competitions. They may offer these events in either a critique or a scored situation. Since their are no official WBTF scoresheets for these two events, the CBTF Technical Chair has issued the attached Directive for Competition Directors choosing to offer these events at their competitions.

By admin at Wed, 03/01/2017 - 03:26

DIRECTIVE: CBTF Policy on Equitable Competition and the WBTF International Cup and IC Qualifier

When entering the WBTF International Cup and International Cup Qualifier, it is the responsibility of coach and athlete to enter the appropriate International Cup level based on the athlete's true proficiency of skill and experience.

By admin at Sun, 11/01/2015 - 08:51

International Cup Declaration Policy

WBTF rules are in place to ensure a fair and equitable competition at the International Cup, particularly in the B divisions. Any athlete who has placed in the Semi-Finals or Finals at a World Championship in any event may not compete in any B Level event at a WBTF Cup competition.

By admin at Wed, 03/01/2017 - 03:08

Judges Selected for 2017 International Cup Qualifier

February 22, 2017 - The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation is pleased to announce the selection of the following judges for the 2017 International Cup Qualifier in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan:

  • Ron Kopas - CBTF World Judges' Rep
  • Sheri Carter - USA
  • Natalie Fehres - AB
  • Jenna Jemieff - AB
  • Catherine Lemyre - ON
  • Andrea Reid - ON

Continuing with the policy implemented in 2010, all applicants were assessed by a Judge Selection Committee on two factors:

By admin at Wed, 02/22/2017 - 02:15

Now Accepting Applications for Team Managers to 2017 International Cup and Grand Prix

February 14, 2017 - The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation is now accepting applications for the position of Team Manager for the Canadian Contingent to the 2017 WBTF International Cup and the 2017 IBTF Grand Prix competitions, both in Poreč, Croatia.

By admin at Tue, 02/14/2017 - 03:12

2017 CBTF Health Certificate

As part of the athlete accreditation process, the CBTF requires that all athletes provide a Health Certificate indicating they are in generally good health and are fit to compete.

By admin at Tue, 02/14/2017 - 02:25

2017 International Cup Declaration Process

December 10 2016 - Declaration Lists for all 2017 International Cup events are attached. Errors or omissions or corrections should be reported by email to ic2017atcbtf [dot] ca.

By admin at Sat, 12/10/2016 - 03:33

2017 International Cup Qualifier News #1

November 28, 2016 - Initial information regarding the International Cup Qualifier, in Saskatoon between May 19-22 2017, is attached.

In particular, please take note of:

By admin at Mon, 11/28/2016 - 06:20

2017 International Cup Qualifier Schedule of Events (Tentative)

November 28, 2016 - Please take note of the tentative schedule for the 2017 International Cup Qualifier.

By admin at Mon, 11/28/2016 - 06:08

Physical Activity Centre and Area

The map below shows the relative locations of the 2017 IC Qualifier competition venue (U of S Physical Activity Centre), the host hotel (Hilton Gardenn Inn) and the Clinic/Contingent Meeting venue.

By admin at Mon, 11/28/2016 - 05:52

CBTF Pilot Project Report Template

All provinces/clubs that are conducting an official CBTF Pilot Project are required to report the results of that project to the CBTF. To provide some guidance on the report contents, and to ensure some consistency, the CBTF Technical Committee requests that the attached Template be used for all Pilot Project Reports.

The attached SAMPLE is also provided to give an example of the level of detail and content expected in a Pilot Project Report.

By admin at Thu, 10/10/2013 - 12:47

Judges Selected for 2017 Pan-Pacific Cup

November 16, 2016 - The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation is pleased to announce the selection of judges for the 2017 WBTF Pan-Pacific Cup in Stockton, California.

By admin at Mon, 11/21/2016 - 01:59

Technical Association Professionalism Policy

The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation (CBTF) expects that a high standard of professional conduct will be maintained by all members of the CBTF Technical Association (ie: Judges, Coaches, SDP Adjudicators, Course Conductors).

 

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS

CBTF Technical Association members shall:

By admin at Wed, 11/16/2016 - 03:55

Judges' Uniform Policy

At the 2015 Fall Conference, the CBTF Judges Uniform Policy was updated (with slight revisions adopted at the 2016 Fall Conference). These revisions are meant to demonstrate professionalism to the public and create a sense of unity amongst our judges.

These changes also bring the CBTF policy closer into alignment with the WBTF Judges Uniform Policy.

By admin at Fri, 06/20/2008 - 11:23

International Cup 2017 Qualifier Declarations

Athletes (Individuals, Pairs, Teams and Groups) interested in becoming members of the Canadian contingent that will participate in the International Cup being hosted in Porec, Croatia August 9-12, 2017 must first declare their intent to compete.

Declarations (and Deposits) must be received no later than November 23, 2016 to ensure consideration.

By admin at Wed, 10/12/2016 - 05:38

Judging Applications - 2017 Qualifier, 2017 Canadian Championships, 2017 International Cup/Grand Prix

October 12, 2016 - CBTF- and USTA/WBTF-certified Judges are invited to submit an application to judge at the following 2017 National and International competitions:

By admin at Wed, 10/12/2016 - 06:58

2016 Annual General Meeting Minutes

By admin at Sun, 09/11/2016 - 01:00

2017 Pan-Pacific Cup Information

August 18, 2016 - The USTA has provided the following shuttle service infrormation between Stockton and either San Francisco airport (SAF) or the Sacramento airport (SAC).

By admin at Thu, 08/18/2016 - 06:31

Pan-Pacific Cup Rulebook

The Pan-Pacific Cup Rulebook is attached. The competition will generally follow WBTF International Cup rules. There are, however, some differences - all participants should become familiar with the rules that will be in effect.

By admin at Mon, 08/08/2016 - 03:27

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