Successful completion of this comprehensive introductory course will result in a Level 1 Sport Performance Coach Certification.

Registration Fee - $495 - includes:

• Course registration and materials (The course manual and video will be emailed within a week of registering.)
• One (1) year of USA Weightlifting membership

Upon successful passing of the course, the attendee will receive the following:

• One (1) year of membership and Level 1 Sport Performance certification

Please note the following critical information:

1. You MUST be present for the ENTIRE course and exam in order to be eligible for certification. If an emergency occurs and you need to leave the course before the end, you will be given the opportunity to reschedule (penalty fees may apply).
2. Registration deadline - 5 business days before the course start date (12/9/2013) at 11:59pm MST. No walk-ins will be accepted.
3. Course Capacity - Courses may have limited space and registration may be closed before the deadline at any time without notice.
4. Course Cancellation - USAW is not responsible for any hotel, travel or other costs incurred by course registrants.
5. Transfer / Refund Policy - Applies to anyone who has paid for a course but cannot attend.
   • Transfers - USAW will transfer a registration to another coaching course free of charge ONE TIME. There will be a $250 transfer fee for each additional transfer. (Registration deadlines and closures apply) Please send your request and course information to the National Office. Note: Beginning July 1, 2012, coaching course fees will be raised to $495. Those who transfer from a $395 course to a $495 course will need to pay the balance.
   • Refunds - There is a $100 cancellation fee for refund requests. Late fees cannot be refunded.
6. No Shows - If you cannot attend a course you have registered for, USA Weightlifting must be notified at least 24 hours before the course. If USAW is not notified within this time, the first free transfer is forfeit and a $250 transfer fee will be required to register for another course.
7. Discounts - There are no discounts given for coaching courses.
8. Effective September 1, 2011, individuals who fail the written exam at a USA Weightlifting coaching course are required to retest at a future course or at a clinic at a National event. The retest may be facilitated at a time and location of the participant's choosing from USAW's course calendar and will be offered at a reduced rate of $245 off the listed course fee. USA Weightlifting membership associated with course participation will be adjusted to coincide with the certification year, once achieved.

   WAIVER OF LIABILITY: In consideration of my participation in any USA Weightlifting program, I acknowledge that I understand the nature of the activity, and that I, and/or my minor child, am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I fully understand that weightlifting involves risk of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, and death, and that these and other risks may be caused by my own actions, or inaction, those of other participating in the event, the conditions in which the event takes place, or the negligence of the Releasers named below, and that there may be other risks either not known to me or not foreseen at this time and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages I incur as a result of my participation in the activity. I hereby release, discharge and covenant not to sue USA Weightlifting, their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers and employees and any sponsors and advertisers of any USAW sanctioned event in which I participate (each considered on of the Releasers herein) from all liability, claims, demands, losses or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasers. This release, waiver of liability and express assumption of risk agreement does not apply to any liability, claims demands, losses or damages arising out of the gross negligence of or intentional, willful or wanton misconduct of Releasers. If I or anyone on my and/or my minor child's behalf makes a claim against any of the Releasers, I will indemnify, defend, save and hold harmless each of the Releasers from any loss, liability damage or cost which may incur as a result of such claim.

   CODE OF CONDUCT USA Weightlifting is the National Governing Body for the sport of Olympic Weightlifting and the United States Olympic Committee; we operate in the public spotlight and are expected to conduct our affairs on a basis consistent with the great trust that has been placed in us. This requires that our membership behaviors conform to the highest ethical principles.

   The mission of USA Weightlifting is to encourage participation and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of Olympic Weightlifting. USA Weightlifting grants the privilege of membership to individuals and groups committed to the same mission. The privilege of membership may, therefore, be withdrawn or denied by USA Weightlifting at any time when determined that a member’s conduct is inconsistent with the mission of the organization or the best interest of the sport and those who participate.

   All athletes, coaches and officials pledge to abide by the following Code of Conduct:

   • Abide by all USA Weightlifting & International Weightlifting Federation rules, selection procedures and safety guidelines.
   • As an ambassador, exhibit the highest standards of fairness, discipline, ethical behavior and genuine sportsmanship by mutually respecting and brining honor to USA Weightlifting, the United States and the Olympic Movement.
   • Respect teammates, athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, volunteers, USADA representatives, sponsors and National Office staff of USA Weightlifting without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, civil status, veteran status, marital status, language, social condition, mental or physical ability, sexual orientation, or gender.
   • Will not use offensive language/gestures or non-consensual physical contact as a response to the referees/jury/officials decision as an expression of frustration and/or self-admonishment.
   • Will not engage in any form of discriminatory, verbal, physical or sexual harassment/abuse, fraud, stealing, deception or dishonest related to USA Weightlifting events or activities.
   • Will not disrespect, intimidate or embarrass other members, teammates, athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, sponsors, volunteers, Board of Directors, Committee members, Athlete Advisory Council Representatives, USADA and/or USA Weightlifting and National Office staff in person, electronically, and/or through social networking venues (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, blogs or websites etc.).
   • Will not participate in any non-consensual sexual contact or advance or other inappropriate sexually oriented behavior or action directed towards any member by a coach, official, athletic trainer or other person who is in a position of authority.
   • Respect and not cause damage to private or public property of others while at an event sanctioned by USA Weightlifting or at a designated USA Weightlifting facility.
   • Will not sell or distribute any substance on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) list of banned substances.
   • Will not knowingly misrepresent competitive achievements, professional qualifications, education, experience, eligibility, criminal record or affiliations of one self or another member.
   • Will not misrepresent the nature or extent of an injury in order to decline an invitation to participate in or withdraw from a competition, training camp or other similar activity.
   • Will not use illegal drugs in the presence of teammates, athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, spectators, sponsors and staff of USA Weightlifting and/or at any USA Weightlifting event or activity.
   • Will not commit a doping violation as defined by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) or the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF).

   Disciplinary action for violation of any provision in this Code of Conduct may include any or all of the following: (i) a reprimand; (ii) suspension from competition participation (iii) withholding of Direct Athlete Support payments; (iv) imposition of fines (including with respect to reimbursement of expenses incurred by USAW); (v) removal from team; (vi) termination of memberships with USA Weightlifting (vii) any combination of the foregoing.

   If a USA Weightlifting member receives a disciplinary penalty or otherwise has a grievance related to this Code of Conduct, the member has the right to file a written request with the Board of Directors and CEO of USA Weightlifting within thirty (30) day of the action giving rise to the members claimed grievance, to seek a review of the action in question pursuant to USA Weightlifting Bylaws and Grievance Procedures.

   Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing herein shall conflict with or curtail the members’ rights with respect to disputes involving the members’ right to participate in protected events as set forth in the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act (section 220510 of the United States Code.)

   In the event any member of USA Weightlifting has a complaint/grievance that falls under the control of USA Weightlifting, NO individual may contact any sponsor (i.e. employees, partners, suppliers, concerned individuals, et. Al.) for any reason related to the compliant’/grievance until such time that all hearing (including appeals ) related to the compliant/grievance have been fully completed.

   IT IS THE DUTY OF ANY USA WEIGHTLIFTING MEMBER WHO OBSERVES AN OBVIOUS VIOLATION OF THIS CODE OF CONDUCT TO REPORT IT TO THE NATIONAL OFFICE IN WRITING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

   I hereby acknowledge that I have read it, agree with the terms and conditions, and am willing to abide by its contents as stated. I understand that failure to abide by USA Weightlifting’s Code of Conduct may result in suspension or having my membership revoked.

   If you have any questions, please contact USA Weightlifting's National Office at 719-866-4508, or email us at usaw@usaweightlifting.org

   COURSES MAY HAVE LIMITED SPACE AND MAY BE CLOSED BEFORE THE DEADLINE WITHOUT NOTICE