Pan Ams... April 8-11

[Redhead]

Just wanted to remind those that are planning on competing in the Pan that plane tickets are going up every day and so will the registration!

PAN Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2010

APRIL 8, 9, 10, 11 – 2010

Discounted registration rate deadline!!!
Registration is already open, Tuesday, March 9th is the last day to register with discounted rate of $88.

The registration fees and deadlines for the tournament are as follows:

The fee for registration received from Thursday, March 04, 2010 - Tuesday, March 09, 2010 11:59pm is US $88.00.
The fee for registration, received from Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - Monday, March 22, 2010 11:59pm is US $98.00.
The fee for registration, received from Tuesday, March 23, 2010 - Thursday, April 01, 2010 11:59pm is US $115.00.

[Redhead]

I looked today and roundtrip from Austin to Orange County airport is only $247.

I believe you can work as a scorer for IBJJF to earn back some of the costs... when I did that for about 5-6 hours on Saturday, they paid me $80 (the whole entry fee). I imagine if you were willing to work a couple days, they might pay enough to actually cover your airfare too. And it's a great seat, a great way to take your mind off your nerves, and a great way to see a lot of matches, hear a lot of coaching (if you understand Portuguese too!)... I'll be looking into this and let you know what I find out.

[Redhead]

Indeed, you can work for $80/day or $15/half day. Let me know if you're interested.

[Redhead]

I hear some people looked on Travelocity and found airfare + hotel, 5 nights, for $333.

Here's some hotel info..

Atrium Hotel: It is $95 with breakfast and parking included. It is close to John Wayne Airport, and has a shuttle to the airport. Finally, the hotel is very close to the arena (UC-Irvine).
Carol Smith
Sales Manager
Atrium Hotel
18700 MacArthur Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92612-1478
Direct Line (949)428-3794

[Redhead]

Per the IBJJF organization:

We've struck a deal with the Marriot Hotel in Irvine. They'll give you a room for up to four people for only $99.00 plus local applicable taxes. The hotel is close to the U.C. Irvine Campus and free shuttle service is available from the hotel. Marriot Hotels are our exclusive provider for this event and offer great service and amenities at a great price. You can use either the toll free number below or click on the link provided. In either case you'll need to use the booking code 'Pan' to get the room rate.
Call 1800-228-9290