U.S. Figure Skating depends on volunteers to ensure that all events, programs and offerings are run smoothly, safely and to the highest levels of professionalism. The Board of Directors, committee members, officials and local club leadership are all volunteers and work tirelessly to ensure that U.S. Figure Skating remains the international gold standard for the sport of figure skating.
If you are interested in joining U.S. Figure Skating as a volunteer, take a look at the many different opportunities listed below to find something that is right for you.
Volunteer at an Event
For those looking to get up close and personal with the sport, volunteering at an event is the way to go. From greeters to announcers, there are a variety of different roles that volunteers play, and local clubs are constantly on the lookout for willing volunteers to help administer events. Those wishing to explore volunteer opportunities should create an account on the U.S. Figure Skating Event Management System. The U.S. Figure Skating events department can be emailed for more information.
Volunteer with a Local Club
Outside of events, local clubs are often in search of volunteer support to help ensure smooth operation and ongoing support for their members. Use the club search tool to locate a club near you that might be looking for volunteers, or contact a local club administrator to inquire about opportunities.
Become an Official
Officials are volunteers, too, and there are always opportunities to become a trained official who can support administration of events across the United States.
Learn more about becoming an official
Offer Support as a Medical Professional
Team USA Medical Team
U.S. Figure Skating selects Physicians (MD, DO), Athletic Trainers (AT) and Physical Therapists (PT) to provide healthcare services and support Team USA delegations during international competitions.
The international medical team volunteers must demonstrate a strong clinical background in sports medicine, the ability to provide care for athletes with injuries and illnesses in high-stress situations and support anti-doping regulations. Providers must be comfortable working in a team environment, traveling internationally, caring for athletes of all ages and levels and working for extended periods of time in an ice rink environment.
To be eligible for consideration:
- Physicians (MD, DO) must be board-certified in their primary specialty and either/or:
- Completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship
- Completed a Certificate of additional qualification (CAQ)
- Physical therapists (PT) must be a board-certified clinical specialist in sports physical therapy and either/or:
- Dual credentialed as a BOC Athletic Trainer
- Completed an acute injury and illness management course and professional experience in a sports setting, including competition coverage
- ALL providers (MD, DO, AT, PT) must have at least 3 years of professional experience (post-certification/state practice licensure).
Preferences:
- Documented competence in acute injury/illness response and management
- Documented competence in manual therapy techniques
- Documented experience with figure skating event medical coverage at the local/regional level
- Documented completion of a USOPC Sports Medicine Volunteer Rotation
If invited and selected to serve as a Team USA Medical Team Volunteer, providers must complete and/or provide the following prior to traveling to the competition:
- SafeSportTM training certification
- U.S. Figure Skating background check (paid for by U.S. Figure Skating)
- Anti-doping course certification (HealthPro Advantage)
- Professional license and credential verification
- Obtain and maintain U.S. Figure Skating membership
- A valid passport
To get involved please send your letter of interest and current resume/CV to: Gretchen Mohney PhD, ATC, CSCS, Director, High Performance Medical and Performance Services at gmohney@usfigureskating.org.
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