mission statement
Somersault Event Series triathlons, duathlons, runs, swims, paddles, and other finish line events, are community sport, recreation and fitness events organized primarily for the recreational enjoyment of participants of all ages and stages.

event accreditation group
The "Event Accreditation Group" is comprised of Somersault Event Race Directors and other event specialists whose advice help make Somersault Events safe and fair. The group is responsible for ensuring that Somersault events adhere to its own accreditation standards.

The purpose of event accreditation standards is ensure that each Somersault Event Series event is accountable to participant based, event delivery criteria which ensure that each event participant is treated equitably at, can prepare properly for, and is able to participate fairly in, a safe competition.

event accreditation standards

Somersault Series events will :

• advertise and communicate clearly all event elements and conditions of entry, (including rules of competition) of which a participant should be aware before entering,
• deliver to the participants those event elements that have been advertised and communicated to them prior to the event,
• treat each participant equitably and with respect, regardless of age or stage,
• provide competition supervision sufficient to ensure a safe, and fair competition,
• maintain the third party liability insurance coverage necessary to protect those who are involved in organizing and supporting the event,
• respect the conditions imposed on the event by the insurers, the facility owners, host municipalities, and affiliated agencies,
• make our best efforts to ensure that event workers perform well, the event tasks to which they are assigned,
• provide an appeal mechanism to allow for participant protests or appeals, and
• seek and respond to participant feedback and suggestions

participant code of conduct

Each Somersault Series event participant, as a condition of entry to a Somersault event, agrees to:

• participate according to the rules of competition as advertised and communicated to them,
• show respect for other event participants,
• show respect for event officials, workers, and officials, and
• communicate any event concerns, complaints or suggestions, to the Somersault Series Event Director in a courteous and timely manner.