The Battle in Seattle

The USFA WWD presents the The Battle in Seattle January 21-22, 2006 at Salle Auriol Seattle 760 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109 This year, the Mid-Winter Open has a new name and a new venue! Join us in the shadow of the Space Needle at the new Salle Auriol Seattle for what is traditionally one of the WWD's largest events. Last year the turnout was huge and we are expecting a similar turnout this year. WWD members will earn points toward the WWD points list based on their placement in each event. For complete information, see http://www.wwdfencing.org/Events/Battle.php ----------- Event Schedule ----------- Saturday 1/21/06 8:00 am -- Doors open, Equipment check 9:00 am -- Open Mixed Foil 1:00 pm -- Open Women's Epee 2:00 pm -- Open Mixed Saber Sunday 1/22/06 8:00 am -- Doors open, Equipment check 9:00 am -- Open Mixed Epee 1:00 pm -- Open Women's Foil 3:00 pm -- Open Women's Saber All times are close of registration. Arrive early to get your equipment checked! We will be running on a strict schedule so your promptness is appreciated. Fencers that wish to fence in two events on the same day must report to the strip when called or they may be scratched from the event. We will try to accommodate people as best we can, but we will not delay events if a fencer is still fencing in another event. ----------- Registration Information ----------- Registration fee is $20 plus $10 per event entered. Tournament fees can be paid in cash or check (US$ only) made out to USFA/WWD. You may also pre-pay on FRED when you pre-register. The registration fee will be waived for fencers from outside of the Pacific Northwest region (WA, OR, BC). Follow this link to pre-register online with FRED: http://askfred.net/Events/Prereg/prereg.php?tournament_id=1555 ----------- Venue Information ----------- The event will be held at: Salle Auriol Seattle 760 Harrison Street Seattle, WA 98109 For driving directions: http://www.salleauriol.com/directions.shtml ----------- Tournament Rules ----------- All fencers must be current competitive members of the USFA. Proof of USFA membership (or equivalent) will be required of all participants at check-in, so please bring your membership card. You may join or renew your USFA membership at the door. Full USFA regulation uniform is required, including plastron, knickers, and knee-length socks. No jeans or sweatpants allowed. ----------- Equipment Check ----------- Please arrive early to allow time for equipment checks. We will be checking masks, lames, and bodycords. Fencers in the Seattle area can get their equipment checked prior to the event at the following times: - Wednesday, 1/18 at Salle Auriol Seattle from 7:30 - 9:30pm - Thursday, 1/19 at Rain City Fencing Center from 7:30 - 9:30pm ----------- Directors ----------- We are always looking for qualified directors to assist at our events.Directors will be paid at a rate commensurate with their experience. If you are available on one or both days, please contact Dan Berke (chair@wwdfencing.org) with your availability. ----------- Nearby Hotels ----------- If you are coming from out of the Seattle area, the following hotels are located near the venue: Holiday Inn Seattle Center 211 Dexter Avenue North (206) 728-8123 Holiday Inn Express Seattle 226 Aurora Avenue (206) 441-7222 Travelodge by the Space Needle 200 6th Avenue N (206) 441-7878 Best Western Executive Inn 200 Taylor Ave N (206) 448-9444 Comfort Suites 601 Roy St. (206) 284-2771