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Fairfax Challenge SYCApr 28, 2017 - Apr 30, 2017
Fairfax Challenge SYC at The magnificent Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.
Triple Fees now in effect until April 24th 2017 11:59PM EDT.
If you still looking for a room at The Gaylord, please see More Info Section.
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center: National Harbor, MD
*** Deadline to book rooms at the Gaylord has passed. At this point rooms, bed type, availability and price is at the Gaylord's discretion. If you need help please send an email to Abdel Aziz abdelwahab_a@hotmail.com with your request and we will check with the hotel if we can accommodate your request.***
*** Triple Fees now in effect until April 24th 2017 11:59PM EDT ***
*** NEW *** NEW *** Equipment Check now open Thursday 4/27/2017 from 4PM until 6PM. Avoid long lines on Friday and check your equipment early ***
*** Book your room at the Magnificent Gaylord National Resort. Enjoy your stay and have all your needs under one roof, venue, restaurants, pool, gym, spa, shops, games, and more fun in one location.
Come in April and enjoy one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the wonderful spring weather.
Three major airports are located close by, DCA, IAD and BWI.
for questions, please send us an email to fairfaxchallenge@hotmail.com and someone will get back to you in a timely manner. Please state name of the tournament in the "Subject" line
Registration, Events Fees, and Check-In =================================
- Regular Fees entry deadline (Extended) April 10th 2017 11:59PM EDT- $30 registration plus $40 per event
- Double Fees (April 11th to April 17th 2017 11:59PM EDT) - $60 registration fees plus $80 per event
- Triple Fees (April 18th to April 24th 2017 11:59PM EDT) - $90 registration fees plus $120 per event
Starting April 25th 2017 no registration will be accepted through askfred.
Walk-ins are permitted at the triple fee rate ($90 + $120) AND $200 surcharge per the US Fencing SYC guidelines
Your registration is incomplete until payment is made via askfred. If you want to make alternate payment arrangements, you must:
-Email the organizer before April 10th 2017 11:59PM EDT to enjoy the Regular fees rate.
-Email the organizer between April 11th to April 17th 2017 11:59PM EDT and pay with Double fees rate.
-Email the organizer between April 17th to April 24th 2017 11:59PM EDT and pay with Triple fees rate .
Check-In
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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
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- Registration fees are NON REFUNDABLE
- Before April 3rd 2017 11:59PM refund of events fees except askfred fees
- Starting April 4th 2017 No refund for ANY REASON, No exception
To request a refund, send email to fairfaxchallenge@hotmail.com
Fencers must check-in each day they fence
Please arrive sufficiently early for equipment check
Tournament Eligibility ==================
Event eligibility is determined by 2016-17 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.
Tournament Staff ============== Bout Committee - Chair - Rasha Abdellatif IT Specialist - 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 Merchandise - Proprintwear http://www.proprintwear.com/
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.
Host Hotel ========= Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Venue is located at the lower level of the magnificent Gaylord hotel. All is under one roof.. venue, hotel, restaurants, shops, pool, spa, and more.
To book your room, click on this link https://resweb.passkey.com/go/FSAFC17 or call Gaylord Reservation hotline 301-965-4000 and simply mentioning "Fairfax Challenge" to get the discounted rate.
Please note that rooms are limited so reserve your room early to utilize our negotiated price.
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Map to 201 Waterfront St National Harbor MD 20745