Aug 16 Update: This meet will be held indoors at the field house. Bring a chair if they want to make yourself comfortable! Spectator seating in the bleachers.
Hosted by Northern Virginia Pole Vault Club
August Ascent Meet
Sunday – August 17, 2025
George Mason University Field House
4501 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
USATF Sanctioned Event · All Vaulters Welcome
Event Format
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Separate Girls and Boys competitions
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Rolling schedule: Girls start after Boys conclude
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Optional club pole access available on-site (see below)
Schedule
Boys Section
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Runway opens: 9:00 AM
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Competition begins: 10:00 AM
Girls Section
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Runway opens: ~12:00 PM (after Boys finish)
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Competition begins: ~1:00 PM
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All vaulting completed by 3:00 PM
Registration Details
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Entry Fee: $35 per athlete (AthleticLive fees apply)
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Pole Rental (Optional): $10 (cash at check-in)
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Extensive NOVA PVC pole lineup
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Get a wristband for nearly unlimited pole access all meet
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Registration Deadline:
Friday, August 15 at 1:00 PM
Register Here on AthleticLive
Location & Rain Plan
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Location: GMU Indoor Field House - no need for rain plan
4501 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
Parking
Free parking is available directly in front of the Field House, which is right next to both the outdoor track and the indoor backup location. No passes or permits required—just show up and vault.