Team Evolution

TO OPEN A NEW DROPZONE / CLUB:

  1. Obtain land owner permission.
  2. Obtain Transport Clearance (for dropzone recommendations, see PIM 1- Section 3 - available on CSPA’s website at www.cspa.ca and/or CARS on Transport Canada’s website.
  3. When choosing a name, please check with the Head Office to avoid using a previously used or current group/club name.
  4. Have 5 current CSPA members.
  5. If opening a School, all Instructors/Coaches must have current CPSA memberships and required CSPA ratings to hold the position indicated. (see PIM 1 manual for requirements)
  6. Complete and return CSPA affiliation form, in full, including payment by cheque, credit card or money order. Forms available from the Head Office. Electronic copy available on line at our website or by emailing the office.
  7. If any “satellite schools” are to be in operation during the season, please indicate this on the affiliation form. (for definition and terms of a satellite school – see PIM 1 manual).
  8. Upon receipt of application at the Head Office, all ratings and qualifications are checked in the database. If all information is in order, it is then forwarded to the BoD for review and approval.
  9. If approved by the BoD, the applicant is then notified by the Head Office and the forms and documents corresponding to the type of affiliation are sent out and operations may begin.
  10. If not approved by the BoD, the applicant is then notified by the Head Office of the decision at which time changes can be made as long as they fall under the requirements and/or qualifications of CSPA and Transport Canada.