BECOME A COMMISSAIRE

Thanks for your interest in becoming a Commissaire!

There are three steps in the process:

1) Take the entry-level Commissaire course (online or in-person)

2) Complete the yearly Safe Sport training

3) Submit and pass a background check

If you have any questions please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.

Education & More

Seminar and Testing

The entry-level commissaire course involves initial training in Road, Track, Cyclo-cross and Mountain Bike, as well as the basic organizational structure of cycling and principles of officiating. The class is taught in either a live classroom environment (suggested) or through an online self-study program.

At the conclusion of the training, an open-book exam which will test your knowledge of basic rules and concepts. Passing score is 70%.

To register for the entry-level Commissaire online course, follow the instructions included on this How-To Document.

Any available in-person clinics will be listed here, including information on the course and how to register will be included.
 

Background Screening

All Commissaries are required to submit a background screening, which is valid for two years. The cost is approximately $30. USA Cycling is not able to take other company’s background checks, including those of government entities.

Details:

  • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
  • Once here, you will use the blue Add Background Screening link and then the Add link to select Background Screening and continue through the process to answer the questions and pay for your screening. If you currently have an lapsed Background Screening on your account, you will click on the record that shows LAPSED, and then select Background Screening from the dropdown list. You will be asked a series of questions before submitting the screening. This process generally takes 5-7 business days to complete. 
  • Once the screening is completed, it will show in this same location as VALID.

If you have any additional questions with the above please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.

Safe Sport Training

Safe Sport training is a front-line abuse and misconduct prevention measure that raises members awareness of misconduct and abuse issues in sport. The training is designed to help members become more proficient at identifying, preventing, and responding to misconduct and abuse in sport.
 

Details:
Training is valid for 12 months from date of completion. To complete your Safe Sport Training:

  • Year one, you complete the full training (‘SafeSport Trained’; approximately 90-minutes); Year 2-4, you complete one of our Refresher courses (approximately 30 minutes)
  • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
  • Once here, you will use the blue Actions link and select Access Core Training. This will place you into the correct SafeSport training course for this year. Your first training course will be a 90-minute course.
  • Once the course is completed, the training will show on your USA Cycling account under Center for SafeSport Training.
  • Allow a couple of hours for your training to be reflected in your USA Cycling account.

If you have any additional questions or your Safe Sport Training does not show up on your account after 24-hours, please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.

Motor Referees and Motor Commissaires

After attaining your Commissaire license, interested commissaires may take additional steps become certified as a Motor Referee or Motor Commissaire (passenger). Receive additional training through a one-day in-person or virtual online seminar. Classes are taught periodically and open to any current official. 

Motor Referee Details:

  • Attend an in-person or virtual Motor Referee Commissaire course and pass the exam with a 70% or better
  • Have a current motorcycle operator's license/endorsement
  • Have attended a motorcycle safety class
  • Complete a Background Screening - MVR (driving record check) which is valid for 2-years.
    • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
    • Once here, you will use the blue Add Background Screening link and then the Add link to select Background Screening - MVR ONLY and continue through the process to answer the questions and pay for your MVR screening. If you currently have an lapsed Background Screening - MVR on your account, you will click on the record that shows LAPSED and proceed. This process generally takes 3-5 business days to complete depending on your state. 

For additional information view the Motor Referee Program Overview page.

Motor Commissaire Details:

In addition to motor referees, commissaires are also assigned to limited roles as Motor Commissaires or Timeboard. Along with your standard commissaire training, those individuals who would like to be considered for these additional roles must first take the Motor Referee Commissaire course and pass the exam with a 70% or better. Upon completion, you will receive an Motor Referee endorsement of "P", meaning pillion or passenger.

If you have any additional questions please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.
 

Seminar and Testing

The entry-level commissaire course involves initial training in Road, Track, Cyclo-cross and Mountain Bike, as well as the basic organizational structure of cycling and principles of officiating. The class is taught in either a live classroom environment (suggested) or through an online self-study program.

At the conclusion of the training, an open-book exam which will test your knowledge of basic rules and concepts. Passing score is 70%.

To register for the entry-level Commissaire online course, follow the instructions included on this How-To Document.

Any available in-person clinics will be listed here, including information on the course and how to register will be included.
 

Background Screening

All Commissaries are required to submit a background screening, which is valid for two years. The cost is approximately $30. USA Cycling is not able to take other company’s background checks, including those of government entities.

Details:

  • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
  • Once here, you will use the blue Add Background Screening link and then the Add link to select Background Screening and continue through the process to answer the questions and pay for your screening. If you currently have an lapsed Background Screening on your account, you will click on the record that shows LAPSED, and then select Background Screening from the dropdown list. You will be asked a series of questions before submitting the screening. This process generally takes 5-7 business days to complete. 
  • Once the screening is completed, it will show in this same location as VALID.

If you have any additional questions with the above please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.

Safe Sport Training

Safe Sport training is a front-line abuse and misconduct prevention measure that raises members awareness of misconduct and abuse issues in sport. The training is designed to help members become more proficient at identifying, preventing, and responding to misconduct and abuse in sport.
 

Details:
Training is valid for 12 months from date of completion. To complete your Safe Sport Training:

  • Year one, you complete the full training (‘SafeSport Trained’; approximately 90-minutes); Year 2-4, you complete one of our Refresher courses (approximately 30 minutes)
  • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
  • Once here, you will use the blue Actions link and select Access Core Training. This will place you into the correct SafeSport training course for this year. Your first training course will be a 90-minute course.
  • Once the course is completed, the training will show on your USA Cycling account under Center for SafeSport Training.
  • Allow a couple of hours for your training to be reflected in your USA Cycling account.

If you have any additional questions or your Safe Sport Training does not show up on your account after 24-hours, please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.

Motor Referees and Motor Commissaires

After attaining your Commissaire license, interested commissaires may take additional steps become certified as a Motor Referee or Motor Commissaire (passenger). Receive additional training through a one-day in-person or virtual online seminar. Classes are taught periodically and open to any current official. 

Motor Referee Details:

  • Attend an in-person or virtual Motor Referee Commissaire course and pass the exam with a 70% or better
  • Have a current motorcycle operator's license/endorsement
  • Have attended a motorcycle safety class
  • Complete a Background Screening - MVR (driving record check) which is valid for 2-years.
    • Log on to your USA Cycling account and expand your Profile.
    • Once here, you will use the blue Add Background Screening link and then the Add link to select Background Screening - MVR ONLY and continue through the process to answer the questions and pay for your MVR screening. If you currently have an lapsed Background Screening - MVR on your account, you will click on the record that shows LAPSED and proceed. This process generally takes 3-5 business days to complete depending on your state. 

For additional information view the Motor Referee Program Overview page.

Motor Commissaire Details:

In addition to motor referees, commissaires are also assigned to limited roles as Motor Commissaires or Timeboard. Along with your standard commissaire training, those individuals who would like to be considered for these additional roles must first take the Motor Referee Commissaire course and pass the exam with a 70% or better. Upon completion, you will receive an Motor Referee endorsement of "P", meaning pillion or passenger.

If you have any additional questions please contact our Technical Director at officials@usacycling.org.