Professional Membership Professional Membership with the USA Gymnastics is required for participation as an official, coach, judge, meet director or other professional capacity during any USA Gymnastics sanctioned event.
Professional memberships are valid for one year from date of application.
Professional members are required to carry their card when participating in USA Gymnastics Sanctioned Events. In order to obtain Professional membership, the participant must be Safety Certified. Beginning in August of 1998, Safety Certification is required for all coaches and judges participating at State, Regional, East West or National Championships at ALL levels. Must be 18 years of age to be safety certified. Required of any coaches responsible for the evaluation of Level 1-4 athletes.