Requirements for Virtual Training
Guidelines for Online Training
Online training or land drill sessions are considered pre-sanctioned by Ontario Artistic Swimming (i.e., a sanction request from clubs is NOT required). The OAS sanction covers virtual training sessions that meet the following criteria:
- Delivered using a closed video conference service like Skype, Zoom, or GoToMeeting where participants have to enter through a secure log in or private access and where the coach is able to see each participant on their computer screen at all times
- Led by a CAS-registered coach in good standing on the direction of OAS, the club head coach, or club lead coach, as appropriate
- Involve a restricted list of athletes that are registered with OAS in a competitive stream (i.e., Novice, Provincial or National including Master athletes and CUASL)
- Designed to ensure all aspects of a safe sport environment are followed, including observing guidance on one-on-one interactions (i.e., the training session involves more than a single minor athlete and coach)
- Involve activities that are used for artistic swimming-related skill development and general fitness
- Ensure athletes are reminded about safety at home (e.g., clearing the area they will use as their workout space of debris, use a mat, etc.)
- Advanced level instruction is not recommended unless participation is limited to athletes who are competent enough to attempt the skills safely.
Virtual Competition
The OAS sanction covers virtual competitions that meet the following criteria:
The sanction covers online workouts or land drill sessions that meet the following criteria:
- Involve CAS-registered officials in good standing
- Involve a restricted list of athletes that are registered with OAS in a competitive stream (i.e., Novice, Provincial or National including Master athletes and CUASL)
- Each minor athlete to be supervised by a CAS-registered coach in good standing
- Delivered using a closed video conference service like Skype, Zoom, or GoToMeeting where participants have to enter through a secure log in or private access and where the coach is able to see each minor participant on their computer screen at all times
- Designed to ensure all aspects of a safe sport environment are followed, including observing guidance on one-on-one interactions (i.e., the competitive event involves more than a single minor athlete and coach or official)
- Involve activities that are related to artistic swimming skill development and general fitness
- Ensure athletes are reminded about safety at home (e.g., clearing the area they will use as their competition space of debris, use a mat, etc.)
- Participation is limited to athletes who are competent enough to attempt the skills safely