IPSF Documents & Policies
Official governance manuals, competition rules, anti-doping policies, and administrative forms.
- 🏛️ Governance, Constitution & Bylaws
Core organizational guidelines, statutes, and ethical frameworks governing the IPSF.
The IPSF constitution serves as the foundational document that outlines the principles, structures, and governance mechanisms of the IPSF.
The IPSF Ethical Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for ethical behavior and conduct expected of all members within the IPSF community, including athletes, judges, coaches, federations, volunteers, and staff. The code emphasizes values such as fair play, sportsmanship, honesty, and respect, and outlines specific standards for each member group to ensure a positive and ethical environment within the sport.
The IPSF Athletes' Commission serves as the voice of athletes within the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation. The commission works to promote clean sport, protect athlete rights, provide feedback on rules and regulations, and encourage the formation of similar commissions at the national level.
The IPSF Document & Data Retention Policy outlines how the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation manages its records, including participant, staff, and volunteer information, in compliance with data protection laws like GDPR. The policy specifies retention periods for different data types and ensures secure disposal, while also maintaining some historical records indefinitely. - 🏆 Codes of Points & Competition Regulations
Official scoring criteria, element matrices, and competition rules for all disciplines.
IPSF Rules & Regulations for all IPSF Sports Championships for 2026, published on 17 January 2026.
Please note that this document replaces the rules and regulations section in the following codes:
- IPSF Pole Sports Code of Points 2025 - 2027, published on 7 January 2025
- IPSF Aerial Hoop Sports Code of Points 2024 - 2025
- Aerial Pole Sports Code of Points 2024
This means this document must be used in combination with the codes mentioned above, with this section only replacing the Rules & Regulations component.
The official appendix to the rules and regulations governing Aerial Hoop Sports and Aerial Pole Sports for 2025, published on 25 February 2025.Please note:
This appendix has been created to amend the different codes of points with essential updates that have arisen through the testing of the codes mid cycle at IPSF National Championships and the IPSF World Championships. Any points raised in this document supersede the existing rules and regulations in each code. Each point below corresponds to each code and will be added to the respective future codes in the next applicable cycle.
Ammendments:
- Clarification on spins (Aerial Hoop Sports)
- Clarification on Orbits (Aerial Pole Sports)
- Clarification on Pendulum (Aerial Pole Sports)
- Clarification on Youth Doubles (Aerial Pole Sports)
- Correction on Head Judge Deductions (Aerial Hoop Sports & Aerial Pole Sports)
- Pre-Novice clarification (Aerial Hoop Sports & Aerial Pole Sports)
- Pre-Novice Aerial Hoop size & height (Aerial Hoop Sports)
The rules and regulations governing Pole Sports, published on 7 Jaunary 2025.
Ammendments:
- Correction on Filling out the Form for Compulsory versus Technical Bonus
The rules and regulations governing Aerial Pole Sports.
The rules and regulation governing Aerial Hoop Sports.
The International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation (IPSF) has established Apparatus Norms to ensure the safety and consistency of equipment used in IPSF-endorsed pole and aerial sports competitions.
This policy aims to promote the inclusion and participation of individuals with disabilities in pole sports activities. It focuses on raising awareness, increasing accessibility to training and coaching, developing best practices, and creating an inclusive scoring system. - 💊 Anti-Doping & Medical Policies
WADA-compliant anti-doping regulations, TUE forms, and athlete medical guidelines.
The IPSF Anti-Doping Rules, aligned with the World Anti-Doping Code, strive to uphold fair competition and a drug-free environment in pole sports by outlining prohibited substances, testing protocols, and penalties for violations, while also ensuring athlete rights and education. - 🛡️ Safeguarding, Equality & Conduct
Policies ensuring athlete protection, non-discrimination, and ethical standards.
This policy document provides guidelines for all associated with youth athletes in the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation, promoting safety and ethical guidelines for working with children.
This policy document endorses gender equality in sports, outlining actions to eliminate unlawful sex discrimination and harassment, and to promote equal opportunity between all genders. It addresses the social context of gender inequality, provides guidelines for single-sex provision, and specifies how breaches of the policy will be handled.
The IPSF has a formal process for handling complaints and disputes, ensuring confidentiality and aiming for timely resolutions through assessments, investigations, and potential appeals. The policy prioritizes fairness, impartiality, and respectful communication while addressing concerns within the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation.
This policy document provides guidelines for all associated with athletes in the International Pole and Aerial Sports Federation, promoting integrity, confidentiality, transparency, and accountability. It underscores ethical conduct, prohibits conflicts of interest, doping, bribery, and establishes the Entourage Commission to oversee these guidelines.
This document is a comprehensive guide to ensure integrity in sports competitions, emphasizing on the prohibition of betting, match-fixing, and non-disclosure of 'inside information'. It underscores the importance of a code of conduct, confidentiality, and cooperation with public authorities and investigation agencies to prevent corruption and maintain the sport's integrity.
The IPSF is committed to providing equal opportunities for participation in pole sports for everyone, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. We have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment, and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment for all. - 🎓 Education, Judging & Coaching
Accreditation manuals, judge codes of conduct, and educational guidelines.
This code aims to ensure the highest standards of behavior, respect, and professionalism in pole and aerial sports.
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