PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AND REGISTER EARLY. 

THERE ARE TWO WAYS OF REGISTERING.  BECAUSE THIS IS THE FIRST TIME WE ARE USING ONLINE REGISTRATION, WE ARE ASKING THAT YOU USE THIS ONLINE REGISTRATION PROCEDURE (PAYING THROUGH PayPal) AND RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1, 2008. 

HOWEVER, AS A BACKUP, WE ARE ASKING YOU TO PRINT OUT AND COMPLETE REGISTRATION PRINT FORM CAREFULLY AND MAIL IT TO US, INDICATING THAT PAYMENT WAS SUBMITTED VIA PAYPAL. IF THE ONLINE SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK FOR YOU, SUBMIT THE PRINT FORM WITH MONEY ORDER OR CASHIER'S CHECK.

     Each contestant must have an electronically or paper signed waiver.

This biennial year holding of the IWKA Championships is being held in the heart of Pittsburgh's famous Triangle (as you can see just behind the fountain at The Point) in the spacious Hilton Pittsburgh ballroom.  The intent is to give contestants, families, and other visitors a great opportunity to enjoy an environment well suited to the competitions and to relaxation and sight seeing.  Within walking distance or a five minute subway ride are the Carnegie Science Center or Museum, the Steelers and Pirates stadiums, the anticipated to be newly opened casino, river boat dining, Pittsburgh Symphony, major theatres, panoramic views from Mount Washington, and many outstanding restaurants. 

We are making every effort to have the Tournament flow along easily for all concerned and to reduce confusions and distractions so you can focus on your events and support of friends.

NOTE: Early registration is important for at least these reasons:

•      You'll save money.

•      You'll be less likely to go first in an event.

•      Registering for a Hilton Hotel room will avoid the possibilities of being at some distance and 

•             possibly paying quite substantially higher rates. 

•     Note  that  registering for the Championships or the Hilton are separate processes. Rooms available for Thursday     are quite limited, so we strongly urge you to register as early as possible.

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