To be a credentialed coach at a sanctioned nonqualifying competition, coaches must meet the compliance
requirements listed below and verified by the U.S. Figure Skating. Coaches must be included within a skater’s
registration or updated through their EMS Skater Portal.

All coach compliance is verified via EMS and is connected to the U.S. Figure Skating database.

The compliance tab within EMS lists ALL individuals who were declared by skaters at the time of registration or
through their EMS Skater Portals (also allows access to skater schedule, music/PPC preview etc.). The compliance requirements are tied to our database and are updated daily. Further, if a coach is non-compliant, they will receive system generated emails through the start of the competition. Click here for additional information EMS Coach Resources

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Coach/Choreographer (domestic/non-foreign):
✓ Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating either through a member club or as an individual member.
✓ If 18 years or older, must submit information for, proper payment of $30 and successfully pass a
background check. *

o The background check will be valid for two seasons, the one in which it was completed plus one
additional.

✓ If 18 years or older, must complete annual SafeSport Training. *
o The training will be valid for 365 days from date of completion and there is no cost for the
training/certification.

✓ Must complete the Professional Coach/Choreographer Coaching Education Requirement (CER)
through the Professional Skaters Association (PSA).
✓ Must submit proof of general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/ $5 million
aggregate.
✓ Must agree to the U.S. Figure Skating Code of Ethics. *
✓ Must complete three waivers: 1) Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release and Indemnification
Agreement, 2) Medical Consent and 3) Name and Likeness Release and Consent Agreement. *
✓ If attending a qualifying competition or traveling as a part of Team USA and/or International Selection
Pool (ISP), must be a full member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA).