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Pole Sports

WHAT DIVISION DO I CHOOSE?

​Divisions are based on your pole as well as your previous competitive experience. Below are the different divisions but please see the Code of Points for more details and exclusions:

  • Amateur - Athletes who have basic experience and who are able to choose elements only with lowest technical values, may apply to participate in the Amateur division.

  • Professional - Athletes who have a good amount of experience and who are able to choose elements with higher technical value may apply to compete in the Professional division.

  • Elite - The Elite division is for top athletes who are able to choose elements with the highest technical value, and who strive to compete with other top athletes and become a part of their national team to represent their country.

WHAT CATEGORY DO I CHOOSE?

Categories are based on your age and gender. Please choose from the following:

  • Pre-Novice (6-9)

  • Novice girls (10-14)

  • Novice boys (10-14)

  • Junior girls (15-17)

  • Junior boys (15-17)

  • Senior women (18-39)

  • Senior men (18-39)

  • Master women 40+

  • Master men 40+

  • Master women 50+

  • Master men 50+

  • Junior Doubles

  • Senior Doubles (M/F)

  • Senior Doubles (F/F)

  • Senior Doubles (M/M)

  • Para-Pole

WHAT DO I DO NOW?

If Pole Sport is the choice for you, there are a few things you should know:

  • Read the code of points (take the IPSF course - it is your responsibility to follow the code; if you are unsure, find a certified IPSF coach in your area or online to help you)

  • Follow point allotment for your division

  • Must follow pole sport rules and regulations (please read them all)

  • Must submit a compulsory score sheet prior to competition

  • Must submit a technical bonus score sheet prior to competition

  • Only Elite can qualify for world championships

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