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Club Certification

USSA Club Development ProgramUSSA Club Certification recognizes, rewards and certifies USSA Clubs. There are (4) levels of club certification: Club Certified, Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Clubs have an opportunity to advance in the certification system by challenging themselves to achieve specific performance markers. Certification will be based on interviews, questionnaires and surveys with Club Board and Staff leadership. Club Certification is based on a critical commitment and execution of:

  • USSA Club membership application and payment
  • USSA Coach and Official background screening
  • Application of USSA Club Development System practices
  • Adherence to safe sport culture
  • Commitment to risk management and venue standards
  • Athlete development program based on the USSA Training System
  • Commitment to continuing education of Club Leadership and Club Coaches
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How Club Development and Certification is Beneficial to You

USSA club certification will validate your organization in the eyes of the parents, the athlete, the resort, and the community.Your athletes and families will experience focused and efficient athletic programming that will result in attracting more young people and keeping then in your club longer. Your club will develop assessment tools to track and evaluate club progress that will facilitate planning. The Club Certification Program will enhance your club's operations efficiency and ensure business sustainability.

By engaging in the Club Development Program your club will benefit in many of the following areas:

  • Creating a Vision
  • Inspiring Leadership
  • Motivating Staff
  • Enhancing the Athletic Experience
  • Realizing Improved Athletic Performance
  • Experiencing Better Business Operations
  • Stimulating Advocacy Among the Parents
  • Reinforcing Identity, Reputation, and Credibility

*The process of certification is a partnership between the USSA and the individual clubs. It should not be viewed as an examination, but rather and effort by USSA to assist its clubs through reviewing club leadership, operations, and athletic programming and performance.

 

Club Certification Application

USSA Club Certification is a prerequisite of Clubs being eligible to apply for the USSA Club Liability Program (CLIP). Based on the quality of your answers your organization may be eligible for a Bronze level club.

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Club Certification Proforma

For Gold and Silver USSA podium clubs your club will need to fill out a more extensive application called the Proforma.

To view the Club Certification Proforma Application Click Here