Fairfax Challenge SYC 2018

Fairfax Challenge SYC April 13th to 15th, 2018 Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 *** NOTE - for questions, please send us an email to fairfaxchallenge@hotmail.com !!TRIPLE FEES NOW IN EFFECT!! ***Winners receive gift certificate from Blue Gauntlet*** Registration, Events Fees, and Check-In ================================= - Regular Fees entry deadline EXTENDED Friday March 30th 2018 11:59PM EDT- $30 registration plus $40 per event - Double Fees (March 31st to April 4th 2018 11:59PM EDT) - $60 registration fees plus $80 per event - Triple Fees (April 5th to April 9th 11:59PM EDT) - $90 registration fees plus $120 per event Starting April 10th 2018 no registration will be accepted through askfred. Walk-ins are permitted at the triple fee rate ($90 + $120). Your registration is incomplete until payment is made via askfred. If you want to make alternate payment arrangements, you must email the organizer before Friday March 30th 2018 11:59PM EDT to enjoy the Regular fees rate. Check-In ======= Venue opens 6:30AM each day. You will need to present: 1- Proof of USFencing membership, FIE license, or foreign federation membership. If no membership provided, fencer has to complete and pay for USFencing membership at he door 2- Signed waiver 3- Proof of age: Birth certificate, passport, or USFencing membership card if DOB is noted on the card. Refund Policy =========== - Registration fees are NON-REFUNDABLE - Before Monday March 26th 2018 11:59PM EDT refund of events fees except askfred fees - Starting March 27th No refund for ANY REASON, No exception To request a refund, send email to fairfaxchallenge@hotmail.com Events Schedule ============== Friday Apr 13 8:00AM Y14 Women's Saber Apr 13 8:00AM Y14 Women's Epee Apr 13 8:00AM Y10 Women's Foil Apr 13 12:00PM Y14 Men's Epee Apr 13 12:00PM Y10 Men's Foil Apr 13 2:00PM Y14 Men's Saber Saturday Apr 14 8:00AM Y12 Women's Epee Apr 14 8:00AM Y12 Women's Saber Apr 14 8:00AM Y14 Men's Foil Apr 14 12:00PM Y12 Women's Foil Apr 14 2:00PM Y12 Men's Epee Apr 14 2:00PM Y10 Men's Saber Sunday Apr 15 8:00AM Y14 Women's Foil Apr 15 8:00AM Y12 Men's Saber Apr 15 8:00AM Y10 Men's Epee Apr 15 11:00AM Y10 Women's Saber Apr 15 11:00AM Y10 Women's Epee Apr 15 2:00PM Y12 Men's Foil Fencers must check-in each day they fence Please arrive sufficiently early for equipment check Tournament Eligibility ================== Event eligibility is determined by 2017-18 USA Fencing birth year requirements only (not specific day/month). All entrants' age/point eligibility will be verified prior to the tournament, and any ineligible fencers will be notified and removed from the "who's preregistered" list. Age Eligibility =========== Y10 = 2007-2010 Y12 = 2005-2008 (or on Y10 NRPS) Y14 = 2003-2006 (or on Y12 NRPS) Current point standings: http://www.usfencing.org/current-point-standings Tournament Staff ============== Bout Committee - Chair - David Blake Head Referee - Mark Stasinos Referees Committee - TBA Head Armor - Paul Szmaida Medical - George Cummings Equipment Vendor - Blue Gauntlet Fencing Gear http://www.blue-gauntlet.com Official Event Merchandiser - Lamsah for T-Shirts & Custom Printing Tournament Format and Rules ========================= USA Fencing rules apply. http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/695208-rulebook Equipment check required (mask, lame (as appropriate), sabre cuffs, head cords, and body cords). Armorer will be on-site for repairs (for fee). Name is NOT required on uniform. Blades: The maximum blade length permitted for Y10 competitions is 32 inches (Size 0, and 2) Ratings can be awarded, however youth events do not use the E1 or D1 classifications. This means that these events are NR until they achieve C1 level or higher. See USFA ratings chart at: http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0034/6264/Classification_Chart.pdf Medals awarded to top 8. 100% advances to DE after pool results. Youth Fencing Clinic by Kelley & Courtney Hurley ======================================== Don't miss this unique opportunity to attend The HurleyGurrls Youth Clinic and learn from the Olympic Bronze Medalists Kelley and Courtney - Fencing Career & Commitment - Building Youth, Cadet & Junior Results - Winning Strategy Ideas & Discussion - Incorporating Proper Footwork With Strategy - Autograph & Photo Opportunity Sign up at www.hurleygurrls.com/events/ Host Hotel ========= HOTEL1: Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg 1060 Hospitality Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Phone: (540) 548-8822 - Complimentary WiFi - Indoor Pool - Free Parking - Fitness Center Book by 3/14/2018 to receive our negotiated rate of $149+tax per night (King Bed), and $149+tax per night (2 Double Bed) You can book by calling the hotel directly (540) 548-8822 and mention Group Rate for "Fairfax Challenge 2018" or "FC2018" or simply click on "https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/gi/reservation/book.htm?execution=e2s1" HOTEL2: Hampton Inn & Suites at Celebrate Virginia 1080 Hospitality Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Phone: (540) 786-5530 - Complimentary High Speed WiFi - Outdoor Pool - Free Hot Breakfast - Free Parking - Fitness Center Book by 3/22/2018 to receive our negotiated rate of $134+tax per night (2 Double Bed) You can book by calling the hotel directly (540) 786-5530 and mention Group Rate for "Fairfax Challenge" or "FCE" or simply click on http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/F/FRBCBHX-FCE-20180412/index.jhtml