Virtual Sanction Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I apply for a virtual sanction?A: Click here to apply for a sanction online.
Q: How much does a virtual sanction cost?
A: A virtual sanction is $100.
Q: Can my athletes achieve mobility in a virtual sanction?
A: Each discipline has separate policies regarding mobilizing at a virtual sanction. Please review your respective discipline's Virtual Playbook to determine the mobility requirements.
Q: Will athletes and coaches continue to receive secondary insurance coverage during the virtual sanctions?
A: Yes. Participants will receive top-of-the-line accident participant, catastrophic and general liability secondary insurance coverage at a virtual sanctioned event.
Q: Can a virtual sanction be used for qualifications?
A: Each discipline has separate policies regarding qualification at a virtual sanction. Please review your respective discipline's Virtual Playbook to determine the qualification requirements.
Q: How do I list the judges, coaches and athletes on my meet?
A: All sanctioned events, both live and virtual, are required to use the USA Gymnastics Meet Reservation system for all meet registrations. Follow the steps listed in our Meet Reservation How-To Guide to successfully register all participants.
Q: Can I switch my live event to a virtual event?
A: Yes. To do this, the meet director of the event should email membership@usagym.org with their sanction name and number, requesting that the sanction be switched to virtual. A $40 refund will be processed.
Q: May I host a foreign virtual sanction?
A: No. At this time, virtual sanctions are only for domestic sanctioned events.
Q: How do I collect signatures from coaches and judges for a virtual sanction?
A: As long as all participants are entered into Meet Reservation, signatures are not required. Please note, this is for virtual sanctions only. Regular sanction signature requirements still apply.
Q: Do I have to stop all classes in my gym to participate in a virtual competition?
A: As with a live event, a non-USA Gymnastics sanctioned event may not be conducted concurrently with a USA Gymnastics virtual sanctioned event. Please note, this does not apply to classes/practices that may be occurring during the normal course of club business. However, classes/practices should be conducted in an area that is clearly defined and separate from the competition area.
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