Register for The Hartford Nationals
Registration Information
Registration will open on May 1, 2026!
Athlete Fees
Entry fees cover competition, socials & educational sessions, awards for top finishers, an event program, and an event t-shirt.
1 sport $50
2 sports $100
3 sports $150
4 + sports $175
Late registration fee: $50
Additional Fees: Daily lunch ticket $12, Closing Celebrating dinner ticket $30
Military Athlete Nationals Benefits
All Military athletes receive free registration. They will be reimbursed at check-in on site at The Hartford Nationals. Learn more here.
Coach and Guide Fees
Coach
Entry fees will include access to coaches’ meetings and printed heat sheets, an event program, and an event t-shirt.
1+ sports: $50
Additional Fees: Daily lunch ticket $12, Closing Celebrating dinner ticket $30
*Coach registration will stay open through 7/16/2026. Coaches that register after 6/26/2026 are not guaranteed an event t-shirt or printed credential.
Guide
Entry fees will include an event t-shirt
*Guides are for athletes with a visual or intellectual impairment, where allowed by sport rules.
1+ sports $0
Late registration fee: $0
Additional Fees: Daily lunch ticket $12, Closing Celebrating dinner ticket $30
Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship and MWTC-Para Standing Tournament
To register for the Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship or MWTC-Para Standing Tournament follow the links below.
Refund Policy
The Hartford Nationals conducted by Move United have a no refund policy. All registrations are considered final upon submission. We will evaluate requests for a refund on a case by case basis for those with a medical or family emergency.
Qualify to Compete
You can qualify for the The Hartford Nationals at a Move United Sanctioned Competition near you! View the Move United Sanctioned Competitions Calendar. View qualifying criteria and eligibility information.
National Classification
National classification will be offered for archery, swimming, and track and field. If you have a physical impairment and you require national classification, please schedule an appointment. If you have a visual impairment or intellectual impairment and you require national classification, please follow procedures outlined here. Scroll down for links to the classification sign up forms.
Athlete Bios needed!
Athletes, please become an Individual Member of Move United. Following completing your membership, please complete the Athlete Bio by June 27, 2025 so that we can better promote your participation at The Hartford Nationals. This section will be updated in the near future with the 2026 deadline.
Event Apparel
All registered participants will receive a complimentary event t-shirt. If you have family or friends that also want to get in on the action, follow the link below to purchase additional The Hartford Nationals apparel! Last day to order is June 20, 2025. Order today at https://shorturl.at/O0jH8 . This section will be updated in the near future with the 2026 deadline.
Shooting Qualifying Round Sign-Up
All athletes registered to compete in shooting must additionally sign up for a shooting qualifying round for Tuesday, July 15th. Please sign up at here. This section will be updated in the near future with the 2026 deadline
Sport Classification and Evaluation Opportunities
Archery Classification Request Form
Click on Archery Classification Request Form above to access the sign up.
National archery classification will be hosted on Monday, July 14th and Tuesday, July 15th.
Swimming Classification Request Form
Click on Swimming Classification Request Form above to access the sign up.
National swimming classification will be hosted on Monday, July 14th and Tuesday, July 15th.
Track and Field Classification Request Form
Click on Track and Field Classification Request Form above to access the sign up.
National track and field classification will be hosted on Thursday, July 10th and Friday, July 11th.
Boccia Evaluation Request Form
Click on Boccia Evaluation Request Form above to access the sign up.
Evaluations for boccia will be hosted on Monday, July 14th.
Local Sponsorship Info
Barb Benda, West Michigan Sports Commission
bbenda@westmisports.com
Eligibility, Sports-Specific Info, and Registration
Jessie Cloy, Competition Manager
240-268-5380, jcloy@moveunitedsport.org
National Sponsorship Info
Dave Simonson, Development Director
301-217-9837, dsimonson@moveunitedsport.org
Media Relations
Shuan Butcher, Communications Manager
240-268-2180, sbutcher@moveunitedsport.org
Volunteers
Katy Tigchelaar, West Michigan Sports Commission
ktigchelaar@westmisports.com