For those of you new to cubing, WELCOME!

We wanted to let you know this event is great for cubers of any age and experience. We just ask you know a couple things before coming to compete.

First, please be familiar with the WCA Regulations, found here:
https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/regulations/

We have a video made specifically for new cubers, just to show them the basics of competing. This video will explain most of what any cuber competing for the first time will need to know.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dSuMG--wm8

If you have any questions after this video, we will be having a new competitor tutorial, Saturday morning of the competition. That would be the perfect time to ask those questions and clear up any confusion. Also, feel free to email the organization team, we are happy to help.

If you are stoked to compete and ready to sign up, head over to the registration tab, click register, and fill out the information it asks for. This will help you get set up in the WCA's system and one step closer to your first official solve!

FAQ:

Q: Do I use my own cube to compete?

A: Yes. You are responsible for your own hardware in order to compete.

Q: What is the normal age of competitors at these events?

A: All ages are welcome, but in general competitors are between 10 and 20 years old. Don't let this stop you though, everyone can and should cube!

Q: What is the competition like?

A: Competitions are a bunch of tables where cubers like us get to sit and discuss our favorite thing, cubes! Of course in addition there is competing, which will occupy one side of the competition hall, where you will see lots of timers flickering with contestants and new personal bests. Most competitions have a break for lunch, and the competing is split up into groups, as to better organize who competes when (check the Groups tab and listen at the competition for more info on this).

Q: How do I find results?

A: All results are posted on the WCA page a couple of days after the competition finishes. However, for the day of competing, go to live.worldcubeassociation.org to find information about current events. This is also where you will find information about 2nd rounds of events.

Q: Why am I not on the registration list yet?

A: Make sure you pay your entrance fee in order to be placed on the registered list, which will also guarantee you a spot in the competition. If payment may be an issue, or you are not sure if you can attend, use the contact button to talk to us, and see if we can work out another payment strategy. No matter what your situation may be however, please register online. It is much easier for us to have you register now and pay later, than to have to input information at another time.

Q: Are there age divisions?

A: No. All competitors compete in the same group. There are no age or gender divisions.

Q: Can I have fun at this event?

A: Definitely! Cubing is amazing, and we sincerely hope you enjoy the competition!

Registration Process

Before You Register
All prospective registrants need a WCA account. New competitors can create their own WCA account by clicking here and entering the required information.

How to Register Online
Prospective competitors register by:
1. Signing into their WCA account;
2. Clicking "Register" on the left side of this webpage, selecting the events they would like to compete in, and submitting their registration;
3. Paying the registration fee of $30.00. (The registration fee is the same regardless of how many events are selected.) Your registration is not complete until you have paid the registration fee.

The competitor limit for this competition is 110. The list of approved competitors can be found by clicking "Competitors" on the left side of this webpage. If there are already 110 competitors on that list, it means the competition is full, and any future registrants will be placed on the waitlist.

Competitors MUST register and pay online in order to compete. No at-the-door registrations or payments will be accepted.

Any requested changes to registration before Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST will be honored. Your registration is not complete until your name shows up on the list.

How to Pay for Registration Online
Payment is processed through Stripe. Click on the "Register" tab on the left side of the webpage to register and pay all in one place! You can start the payment process by clicking "Pay your fees with card."

Refunds
Approved competitors who cancel their registration before Saturday,Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST are eligible for a refund for half (50%) of their registration cost. After this date, no refund requests will be honored. Attempting to file a chargeback for the registration fee will lead to being blacklisted from future WCA events.

Waitlist Information
We will be keeping a waitlist for this competition. To secure a place on the waitlist once 120 competitors have paid, simply pay the registration fee. If a competitor emails us to drop out before Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST you will be notified if you are the next competitor on the waitlist. After that deadline, all remaining competitors on the waitlist will be emailed letting them know they did not get off the waitlist and will be fully refunded.

This event will take place on the 4th floor inside the Adler Community room. Due to the limited space, each competitor can bring at most 1 guest in order to maintain safety and manage the pace of the competition. This will be strictly enforced to ensure we can provide a pleasant experience to all competitors.

When you arrive, you will receive a card with personalized information detailing your events and what group you will be competing in for each event. In addition, you will also have judging/scrambling assignments on your card. If you do not arrive to help during your scheduled event, and there are not enough staff members, we reserve the right to disqualify you from competing.

Groups will be updated once registration is finalized.

The competition will take place in the Harry & Thelma Adler Community Room on the 4th floor. The easiest way to access this room is to park near the Macy's and enter the mall from that side of the building. There will be escalators to the fourth floor (with elevators also in the center of the mall which can go up to the fourth floor), with the competition room being the first room on the right before the ice skating rink.

1920 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack, NY 10994

This competition is a fundraiser for Flushing Town Hall

Thank you to TheCubicle who will be providing prizes and vending at this competition!

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The organization team at the PBs in Palisades Open 2025 is seeking additional staff members to help out at the competition. Staff members are expected to fill roles as needed throughout the day to help keep the competition moving forward. These roles include but are not limited to: data, judging, running, scrambling, laying out scorecards, replacing batteries, checking in newcomers, etc. You will be assigned duties in your personal schedule, but please make an effort to assist in tasks even if not scheduled. As a reminder, you MUST pay your registration fee prior to filling out this form. You will NOT be considered for staff if you do not pay the registration fee by the deadline specified on the WCA site.

To apply, see this form: --> Staff Application

Staff members will receive a full refund of their registration fee. We'll also buy you lunch. Refunds will be refunded after the competition concludes and are contingent on the staff member fulfilling their staff duties.

Please be advised we cannot accept every application. We appreciate your help!