Tournament Director Certification Program (TDCP)
Hosting a top-notch ultimate tournament is no small undertaking. Luckily USA Ultimate’s TDCP provides organizers and tournament directors with the education and tools necessary to run a safe, high-quality and fun tournament for athletes and fans. The program includes access to a comprehensive manual chock full of valuable guidance and best practices from the sport’s top experts.
3 Simple Steps to Certification
1
Requirements for TD Certification
Candidates must be SafeSport trained and a current USA Ultimate member at least 18 years of age. SafeSport training is available via your online member account.
Candidates who organize youth events are also required to complete the USA Ultimate background screen through our provider that uses our specific criteria.
2
Download and read the Tournament Director’s Manual.
Download and read the Tournament Director’s Manual to learn how to put on a successful, high-quality tournament event.
3
Take and pass an online, open-book exam.
Details & Costs:
Certification is required for the following individuals:
- All state youth competition coordinators
- All tournament directors for all USA Ultimate-sanctioned events
Certification is free for many, including:
- All state youth competition coordinators
- All high school state championship tournament directors
- All USA Ultimate championship series tournament directors
- Tournament directors of sanctioned events run by a USA Ultimate Tier 1 affiliate .
- Tier 2 affiliates receive two free certifications per calendar year.
For others, the initial cost of certification is $33. Certification is good for three years.
Program Contact
| Name | Position | |
|---|---|---|
| David Raflo | Events Manager | david.raflo@hq.usaultimate.org |