24 October 2011

Joining USA Fencing or renewing your membership - 24 Oct 2011

To join for the first time ever:
  • Click here or go to usafencing.org, click on MEMBERSHIP in the red menu across the screen, then click on 'click here to register online'.

  • Select 'No' then click on the 'Join Now' button that appears.

  • The next screen has fields for the standard demographic information and the like. Enter your (or your fencer's) name, address, etc. PFC fencers: Remember, list IWFC as your club!

  • Once this screen is completed, click the 'Next >>' button. A box will appear announcing that your profile has been saved in the system. It will also show you your membership number, login, and password. Make a note of these for future use. Click 'Ok' when you're ready to continue.

  • This screen is where you indicate what level of membership you want. The first option listed is the competitive (annual) option. The last option listed is the one-day membership. If you select this option, enter 10/29/2011 as the start and end date if you're fencing foil or saber on Saturday or 10/30/2011 as the start and end date if you're fencing epee on Sunday.

  • Once you've selected the desired membership option, click the 'Next >>' button to continue. Read the Waiver of Liability and select the 'I agree to this release' option. Click 'Next >>' to continue.

  • Enter your payment information then click the 'SUBMIT PAYMENT >>' button.

  • Print your receipt and make sure to bring it with you to the tournament. If you went with a one-day membership, you'll also be directed to print out your one-day card. This MUST be presented when you check in at the tournament.

To renew your membership:
  • Click here or go to usafencing.org, click on MEMBERSHIP in the red menu across the screen, scroll down to the 'Already a USA Fencing Member?' section, then click on 'click here' to continue.

  • Select 'Yes' then click on the 'LOG IN' button that appears.

  • Enter the email address and password you use for USA Fencing. If you forgot either your email address or your password, use the appropriate link on the screen for assistance.

  • Note: If your membership expired prior to July 2010, you'll need to use the 'FORGOT YOUR PASSWORD?' link on the login screen in order to be set up with login information.

  • On the next screen, select 'Renew US Fencing Membership' from the menu on the left.

  • Your general information will be displayed. Verify that it's correct then click the 'Next >>' button.

  • Select the competitive membership type and indicate whether you're renewing for one year or for three. Click the 'Next >>' button to continue.

  • Read the Waiver of Liability and select the 'I agree to this release' option. Click 'Next >>' to continue.

  • Enter your payment information then click the 'SUBMIT PAYMENT >>' button.

  • Print your receipt and make sure to bring it with you to the tournament.

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