Who are Directors?

According to our ruleset: 
Section 7.02    Ring DirectorAn official moderate the match to ensure that the rules and sportsmanship are adhered to and arbitrate on matters arising from the bout. Ring Directors make the final call when determining the Line Judges' assessment of points in each bout.  Of note: at charter meets or at practices, anyone can serve as a Ring Director.  For certifying matches for Championship Series, Regional or International Tournament Directors need to be training in the International Certification Program of Fight Director Training and should be a C.I.T, FCC or National Director.

1. At the start of each match verify with each Judge to make sure they have completed their pre-bout duties and are ready for the match to begin.
   
2. Will call the Fighters into the ring and direct the Fighter’s actions for the remainder of the bout.
   
3. Will verify each point with the Line Judges (visually and/or verbally if needed).
   
4. Will direct the Fighter’s actions at the end of the bout.
   
5. Announce the final winner of the bout.
   
6. Will verify with the Table Judges all data has been recorded and advanced correctly.
   

What are the levels in the DIRECTING program?

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wHAT IS A cONSULAR IN tRAINING?

The name is inspired by the Star Wars legends of the Consular. According to Wookieepedia, "Jedi Consulars achieved with words or nonviolent use of the Force. Concentrating on mental refinement through study and meditation, Consulars sought to perfect the art of diplomacy and mediation, hoping to calm a tense situation or mend hurt feelings through civil discourse, reasoning, and parley, rather than drawing their lightsabers and cutting down an attacker. While Jedi Consulars would attempt to avoid conflict for as long as possible, the Consulars were sensible and carried a lightsaber, often with a green blade to symbolize their commitment to peace.[1] Jedi Consulars were also able to focus their Force usage against their enemies, which made it harder for opponents to resist a Consular's Force powers.  Just as some Jedi Guardians had the Force potency of Consulars, many Consulars were formidable warriors.

In the Saber Legion a Consular in Training is a person within the Saber Legion who has accomplished the Certified Line Judging program and wishes to support their community by becoming a director (also known as a martial or center referee) for events within their local area as well as national events around the world.  Specifically, according to ruleset 4.0

Section 7.02 c    What is a C.I.T?
​"Consulars in Training or C.I.Ts can now direct any match, even ranked matches, but there must be a Full Charge Consular or National Director present for oversite. C.I.Ts are primary for Pools and secondary for Single Elimination Standard and Exotics matches. Whenever possible C.I.Ts should not direct for finals matches.  C.I.Ts may NOT function as Event host and may only assist onsite FCC or NDs. The application to become a CIT opens each August and classes begin in October and last through July.  C.I.Ts must attend Nationals and complete experience hours at that time unless otherwise excused".

This training program is lead by National Director Melodie Graham and begins in October each year and consists of 8 modules (classes and homework) to training remotely.  At the end of the class each C.I.T is expected to complete their training in person at our International Annual Tournament currently held at the Flamingo, Las Vegas in late July each year. 

Assignment 1: October: Confidence is Key
Assignment 2: November: Binocular Eye and Gaze Focus
Assignment 3: January: Working in the Ring: Velocity and Cues and Mathing, Oh My!
Assignment 4: February: What are the specs?
Assignment 5: March: Prepping for the Ring
Assignment 6: April: Knowing Yourself
Assignment 7: May: Knowing the Rules
Assignment 8: July: Experience

What does Full Charge Consular mean and who are they?

According to the current ruleset (Version 4.0) Section 7.02 b    What is a Full Charge Consular?
Directors who have completed the National Directing training program and submitted for status with experience hours as well as 2 recommendations from current team members and have received the approval from the training National Director. Full Charge Consulars can direct any match, ranked or unranked, as well as 1st contender and belt matches (per update to Version 2.0, 2020 rule update). Full Charge Consulars can also host events by their local charter with or without the assistance of the local charter rep.

Basically a Full Charge Consular can do all the things a National Director can do except empower a T.A.R, develop a new program, or interpret the spirit of an unwritten or written rule.  Those powers still reside with the National Directors.