TCAF Internationally
There are several benefits' to becoming a referee.
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It will give you a better understanding of the rules and how the event is run.
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It will assist you as an athlete, when making decisions during a match.
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Help you understand the consequences for your actions when a rule is broken.
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Gives you more confidence at the table.
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Allows you to additional benefits when you are asked to work at an event.
Team registrations must reach the WAF office about 30 days before departure for the World Championships, which this year falls around July 15th, given that the championships are scheduled for August.
It's essential to order your team shirt and ensure your spot on the team by contacting TCAF in advance of the deadline.
On-Line registrations and complete instructions can be found HERE when available.
Yes, it's possible to apply for a pardon, but the process can take up to 3 months. This procedure involves going through TCAF, NAAF, and WAF for approval.
Once granted, if you participate in another IFA event, you'll be permanently placed on the not-in-good-standing list. TCAF will establish a deadline for individuals on this list before the 2027 World Championships, and failure to request a pardon by that date renders you ineligible.
TCAF in Canada
Unfortunately, there are two Federations, and we are working to reduce that to one.
The original Federation in Canada chose to leave WAF and join the IFA, because of their actions a new Federation had to be formed for Canadians to continue to compete at the WAF sanctioned events such as the World Championships & World Combat Games to name a few.
Regrettably, we cannot dictate the names chosen for events by individuals or organizations.
The WAF Championships hold recognition from prominent bodies such as GAISF, AIMS, FISU, WADA, and the Paralympic Committee. With over 1500 athletes representing 60-plus countries in attendance, the WAF Championships stand as a premier global event in the world of armwrestling.
Canadian athletes who participate in an IFA or PAL event are categorized as competing at a competitor's event and may consequently be placed on a not-in-good-standing list by WAF.
This list specifically prevents Canadian athletes from participating in WAF sanctioned events only until they obtain a pardon. However, it's important to clarify that Canadian athletes can still compete anywhere in Canada, even if they are on the not-in-good-standing list.
The job of the Head referee will be to work with the TCAF head referee and organise referee seminars within their provinces.
They will also nominate referees from their province for National events and NAAF events. Create their own referee program with the assistance of the TCAF head referee and ensure that all new rules are passed down to their provincial referees as they are created.
2027 WAF World Championships
Currently, the WAF offers 306 weight classes spanning various categories including Juniors, Seniors, Masters, and Para. Each team can bring 2 athletes per class, potentially allowing for a total of 612 athletes to participate in a World event.
Below are the categories offered, and a comprehensive list can be found here.
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Sub Junior – 14-15 years
Junior – 16- 18 years
Youth – 19 – 23 years
Senior – any age
Masters – 40 and above
Grand Master – 50 and above
Senior Grand Master – 60 and above
Para Hearing
Para Visual
Para Cerebral
Para Standing
Para Sitting
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Total of 306 Classes
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"Not in good standing" list
Canadian athletes who participate in an IFA or PAL event are categorized as competing at a competitor's event and may consequently be placed on a not-in-good-standing list by WAF.
This list specifically prevents Canadian athletes from participating in WAF sanctioned events only until they obtain a pardon. However, it's important to clarify that Canadian athletes can still compete anywhere in Canada, even if they are on the not-in-good-standing list.