Volunteer Onboarding

 

VOLUNTEERS—THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING IN TEAMSNAP!
Complete these steps to finish your Ford Sayre volunteer onboarding.

Onboarding Checklist:

1. Complete your U.S. Ski & Snowboard Association (USSA) requirements

A valid U.S. Ski & Snowboard (USSA) membership is required before attending in-person practices. Complete all applicable requirements below.

☐ Obtain or renew your USSA membership

  • Select the VOLUNTEER-level membership ($68), unless your program instructs you otherwise.
  • DO NOT obtain a COACH membership unless you have been asked to do so or received prior approval from your head coach or program head. A COACH membership is required only for coaches attending certain USSA races/events and involves additional training and fees.
  • If you normally hold a COACH or OFFICIAL membership, note that late fees begin October 16.
  • Obtain (or renew) your USSA membership
  • Step-by-step membership instructions, including screenshots.

☐ Complete SafeSport training

  • One SafeSport module is required each season.
  • After obtaining your USSA membership, access the required training through your USSA dashboard.
  • The required course may be the core training or a refresher, depending on your prior training.
  • Allow approximately 20–90 minutes.
  • Detailed SafeSport instructions
  • SafeSport FAQs

☐ Complete a background check, if due

  • Required every two years. USSA will notify you, with a link at the top of your account page, when one is due.
  • Do not initiate a background check unless USSA prompts you to do so.
  • Register through the NCSI link provided by USSA.
  • The process requires a computer or device that can upload a photo of your driver’s license or passport. File size must be less than 4MB. 
  • There is no additional fee when you use USSA applicant code 11392848.
  • Allow approximately 15 minutes.
  • Detailed background check instructions.

☐ Request Reimbursement

Once all membership requirements are complete, forward your USSA transaction receipt (received via email) and preferred mailing address:

* All Alpine designated memberships will be assessed for NH Alpine Racing Association (NHARA) dues, which will be reimbursed.

2. Download Your Program’s Communication App

  • Alpine, Jumping & SkiMo: TeamSnap
  • Nordic: Spond

Your program will provide instructions for joining the appropriate team or group.

Coaches are prohibited by SafeSport and Ford Sayre regulations from corresponding directly with athletes through apps, social media, texting, or email UNLESS an athlete’s guardian or another applicable adult (coach) is also copied.

3. Ford Sayre Policies & Resources

Please familiarize yourself with the policies and resources that apply to Ford Sayre volunteers, including athlete safety, codes of conduct, emergency procedures, and other program-specific information.

These resources are available through the Ford Sayre website and your program’s communications.

Questions? 

For program-specific questions, contact:

For help with USSA membership or requirements: