Foreign Nationals Entrance-Beach volleyball(非中國籍窗口

Competition Categories

1. General Division (Competitive): Men’s, Women’s. (For those who love the sport and seek competition).
2. Fun Division (Recreational): Mixed Gender. (Focus on participation; commemorative medals awarded).

Objectives

To promote sports exchange among LGBTQ+ communities across Asia, enhance the values of gender and sexual orientation equality, advocate for a sporting culture, and promote physical and mental health, the 2026 Asia Pride Games are hereby organized.

Eligibility

1. Open to all domestic and international athletes who are friendly to gender diversity and support gender equality.
2. There are no restrictions on gender or age.
3. Participants under the age of 18 must obtain consent from a legal guardian.
4. Participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent.
5. Please download the Parental Consent Form from the Sports Regulations page on the website and email the signed copy to gaygames.tw@gmail.com.
6. Minors who are married are exempt from this requirement

Registration

1. Registration Period: From now until January 30, 2026, at 23:59. Late registrations will not be accepted.
2. Registration Method: Online registration onl.
3. Regulations, schedules, and results will be posted on the Association’s website.
4. Registration is complete only after payment. Unpaid or late payments are invalid.
5. Payment: Online credit card payment only.
6. Please check the website for registration status two days after payment.
7. Registration will close once capacity is reached to maintain quality.
8. Unpaid registrations by the deadline will be automatically cancelled by the system.
9. For inquiries, contact the Facebook Fan Page: Asia Pride Games (Mon-Fri, 09:00-18:00).

Registration Fees (International Athletes)

1. Event Package Includes: Opening & Closing Ceremonies, Official Athlete Kit, 3-Day MRT Pass, One-Day City Tour, and a Commemorative Medal.

Competition Rules

1. Format: Dependent on the number of teams, but primarily Group Round Robin for preliminary and second rounds.
2. Rulebook: Adopts the latest 2025-2028 International Beach Volleyball Rules.
3. Match Format:
4. Best of 3 Sets: Sets 1 & 2 played to 21 points; Set 3 (Tie-break) played to 15 points.
5. Technical Timeout: In Sets 1 & 2, a 30-second Technical Timeout is automatically taken when the sum of both teams' scores equals 21.
6. There is no Technical Timeout in the deciding (3rd) set.
7. Referees: Qualified Referees (Grade C or above) appointed by the Chinese Taipei Volleyball Association.

Coach Regulations

1. Quota: Max 2 coaches per team (Head Coach and Coach). Coaches are not permitted to provide on-court instruction.
2. Attire: Coaches need not wear the same uniform as players but must wear casual/sportswear (length unrestricted). Shirtless implies are strictly prohibited. Inappropriate attire determined by the Technical Committee/Referees will result in revocation of coaching rights for that match.
3. Signatures: Coaches must sign the score sheet before the match (after the toss). Coaches and team members must abide by Beach Volleyball rules.
4. Location: The coach's seat is in the player's rest area. Coaches must remain seated during play and stoppages. Coaches switch sides when teams switch sides. If a coach leaves their seat/area, they lose coaching rights until they return.
5. Instruction Timing: Coaches may give instructions during: warm-ups, timeouts, technical timeouts, intervals between sets, completed rallies (stoppages), and special interruptions. Instructions may be given while switching sides but must not delay the game. 42
6. Restrictions: Coaches must not speak to players while the ball is in play. Violations are sanctioned the same as player misconduct.
7. Sanctions: Coaches are considered team members; misconduct warnings and penalties apply equally.
8. Requests: Coaches (and Captains) may request a timeout using the official hand signal after a dead ball and before the referee's whistle for service.
9. Delays: If a player attempts to delay the game to receive coaching, it will be penalized as a "Delay."

Ranking System (Round Robin)

1. Matches Won: Ranking is determined first by the number of matches won.
2. Points: If match wins are equal, ranking is determined by points:
3. 2-0 Win: Winner 3 pts, Loser 0 pts.
4. 2-1 Win: Winner 2 pts, Loser 1 pt.
5. Forfeit/Confiscated: 0 pts.
6. Set Quotient: If points are tied, rank by (Total Sets Won ÷ Total Sets Lost).
7. Point Quotient: If still tied, rank by (Total Points Won ÷ Total Points Lost).
8. Tie-Breaker:
9. If two teams are tied, the winner of the head-to-head match ranks higher.
10. If three or more teams are tied, ranking is determined by a drawing of lots.
11. Note: Teams that forfeit mid-tournament are excluded from rankings; all previous records involving that team are voided, and they are disqualified.
12. Note: Verified impersonations result in disqualification and referral for disciplinary action.

Awards

1. Top 4 Teams:
2. 1st to 3rd Place: Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals.
3. 4th Place: Certificate of Merit.

Important Notices

1. Schedule: Adjustments due to typhoons or force majeure will be announced by the organizer.
2. Logistics: Teams are responsible for their own transport and accommodation.
3. Uniforms:
4. Short sleeves, swimwear, or tank tops are permitted.
5. Top/Jersey: Style and color must be uniform. Must have clearly visible numbers (1 and 2) on the chest and back.
6. Bottoms: Style is unrestricted, but color must be uniform.
7. Net Height:
8. Men's Division: 2.43 m
9. Women's & Fun Divisions: 2.24 m
10. Numbering: Players must use the same jersey number throughout the tournament.
11. ID Check: Player IDs must be submitted to the Control Committee for verification before entering the court.
12. Disqualification: Eligibility violations, impersonation, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in match forfeiture or disqualification.
13. Disputes: Referee decisions regarding rules and interpretations are final.
14. Walkovers:
15. Teams must be ready 15 minutes before the match.
16. Failure to appear within 5 minutes of the start time results in forfeiture.
17. If the schedule advances, teams should play upon broadcast. If delayed, teams absent within 5 minutes of the broadcast forfeit.
18. Identity Challenges: Must be requested before the match begins. No checks accepted after play starts.
19. Protests: Must be submitted in writing within 30 minutes after the match, signed by the team leader, with a deposit of NT$ 3,000 (approx. USD $105). If the Jury deems the protest groundless, the deposit is confiscated.
20. Refunds:
21. Refunds (minus 10% admin fee) available if requested before the registration deadline.
22. No refunds after the deadline.
23. Full refunds if the event is cancelled due to force majeure.
24. Conduct: Violations of sportsmanship or insulting referees by athletes/relatives may result in termination of all subsequent participation.
25. Insurance: Athletes are insured for NT$ 3 million+ (Personal Accident) per Ministry of Sports regulations.
26. Harassment Prevention: Complaints can be filed via Email (gaygames.tw@gmail.com) or immediately to the Chief Referee.
27. Media Rights: Event photography/videography will be used for promotion and reporting.
28. The organizer reserves the right to amend or interpret these regulations.

Contact Information

1. Official Website: https://asiapridegames.org/
2. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asiapridegames/
3. Email: gaygames.tw@gmail.com

Organization

1. Directed by: Asia Pride Games Alliance (APGA)
2. Organizer: Taiwan Gay Sports & movement Association
3. Co-Host: Kaohsiung City Government

Co-Organizer: Kaohsiung Athletic Federation Volleyball Committee