Have You Made Your Nominations for UFAF's 2026 Awards?

 

UFAF ITC 2026 AWARDS Dear UFAF Members, This is your reminder that nominations for the ITC 2026 Awards will close on May 15th! This is your opportunity to recognize the instructors, schools, and members who make a positive impact throughout our organization. We are accepting nominations for: 🏫 School of the Year 🥋 Instructor of the Year 🔥 Most Inspirational Member Think about the people who inspire you… The instructor who motivates and develops students The school that consistently represents UFAF with excellence The member whose attitude, work ethic, leadership, or perseverance inspires others These individuals and schools can only be recognized if members like YOU take the time to nominate them. 👉 Log in to the UFAF homepage and look for the ITC 2026 Awardssection to submit your nominations before May 15th. Your school… your instructor… or someone from your region could be honored this year — but only if they are nominated! ⚠️ Important ITC Registration & Room Block Reminder We also want to clarify how the ITC registration discount works regarding the UFAF Room Block at the Rio. ✅ $625 = Discounted Early Bird ITC Registration Rate (ONLY for attendees staying in the official UFAF Room Block at the Rio) ❌ Attendees NOT staying in the room block will pay: ➡️ $725 before June 15th ➡️ $825 after June 15th Your Rio reservation WILL be verified at the ITC Registration Desk during the event. ⚠️ If you registered using the discounted room block rate but are NOT actually staying in the UFAF Room Block, you will be required to pay the additional $100 difference at check-in. To receive and keep the discounted ITC registration rate, you must: Book your room in the official UFAF Room Block at the Rio  (https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LASDH/G-UF26) Provide valid confirmation when verified at ITC registration If you experience any issues booking your room before or after our reserved date block, please email Mrs. Cox for assistance. Thank you for helping us recognize the people who make UFAF extraordinary, and we look forward to seeing you at ITC 2026! UFAF OFFICE CLICK HERE - BOOK YOUR ROOM NOW

Registration Details: Tribute for Mr. Norris at ITC 2026

 

Grand Master  Chuck Norris March 10, 1940 - March 19, 2026 Dear UFAF Members, As we prepare to honor the life and legacy of Grand Master Chuck Norris, we want to share important details regarding the upcoming tribute event being held in conjunction with the International Training Conference (ITC). This tribute will be a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together, reflect, and celebrate the impact Grand Master Norris has had on all of us. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Registration Details: ITC Participants: If you have already registered for the ITC, click the same ITC registration to register for the tribute, adding only the tribute to your checkout box.  If you have NOT already registered for the ITC, add the tribute at your time of registration. Non-ITC Participants: You will be able to register to attend the tribute using a dedicated link on your UFAF homepage.   This link will be available soon. Important Timeline: Registration will initially be open exclusively to UFAF and KSK until May 15th, then registration will be open to the general public.  Please note that space is limited, and we anticipate strong interest. We encourage you to register as soon as the link becomes available to secure your place. Hotel Accommodations Reminder: Due to the expected number of tribute attendees, hotel rooms within our reserved block at the Rio may fill quickly. Many attendees traveling for the tribute will also be booking within this block.  If you have not yet secured your room, we strongly recommend doing so now. Once our room block is filled, we cannot guarantee availability or the discounted UFAF rate. We look forward to coming together as a community to honor and celebrate a legacy that has impacted us all. With respect, UFAF Office

Remember to submit your nominations for the Annual UFAF Awards:  Log in to the UFAF homepage and look for the ITC 2026 Awards section.   The deadline to submit your nominations is May 15th! Your school, your instructor, or someone who inspires you could be recognized—but only if you nominate them. ⚠️ Important ITC  Hotel Booking Reminder If you are attending ITC 2026, please note: ✅ You will need your Rio Hotel confirmation number to receive the lowest ITC registration rate ➡️ Book your room FIRST, then register for the ITC If you experience any issues booking your room—whether inside or outside our reserved time block—please contact Mrs. Cox, and she will be happy to assist you. Be sure to book your room at the Rio using the official UFAF room block.   https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LASDH/G-UF26

Important Update: Tribute to Mr. Norris at ITC 2026

Grand Master  Chuck Norris March 10, 1940 - March 19, 2026 Dear UFAF Members, As we prepare to honor the life and legacy of Grand Master Chuck Norris, we want to share important details regarding the upcoming tribute event being held in conjunction with the International Training Conference (ITC). This tribute will be a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together, reflect, and celebrate the impact Grand Master Norris has had on all of us. Registration Details: ITC Participants: Attendance for the tribute will be free, however, registration is still required. Each registered ITC participant will be permitted to register up to 4 immediate family members to attend with them at a discounted rate.   (A dedicated registration link will be available soon.) Non-ITC Participants: UFAF members who are not attending the ITC will still have the opportunity to attend the tribute at a personal ticket discounted rate.  Any guests attending with you will pay full price. (Registration link coming soon.) Important Timeline: Registration will initially be open exclusively to UFAF and KSK members on Sunday, May 3rd. On Friday, May 15th, registration will open to the general public. Please note that space is limited, and we anticipate strong interest. We encourage you to register as soon as the link becomes available to secure your place. Hotel Accommodations Reminder: Due to the expected number of tribute attendees, hotel rooms within our reserved block at the Rio may fill quickly. Many attendees traveling for the tribute will also be booking within this block.  If you have not yet secured your room, we strongly recommend doing so now. Once our room block is filled, we cannot guarantee availability or the discounted UFAF rate. We look forward to coming together as a community to honor and celebrate a legacy that has impacted us all. With respect, UFAF Office

Remember to submit your nominations for the Annual UFAF Awards:  Log in to the UFAF homepage and look for the ITC 2026 Awards section.   The deadline to submit your nominations is May 15th! Your school, your instructor, or someone who inspires you could be recognized—but only if you nominate them. ⚠️ Important ITC  Hotel Booking Reminder If you are attending ITC 2026, please note: ✅ You will need your Rio Hotel confirmation number to receive the lowest ITC registration rate ➡️ Book your room FIRST, then register for the ITC If you experience any issues booking your room—whether inside or outside our reserved time block—please contact Mrs. Cox, and she will be happy to assist you. Be sure to book your room at the Rio using the official UFAF room block.   https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LASDH/G-UF26