Privileges

• Coach advanced canopy control programs
• Mentor aspiring Coach 3s
• Be recognized within CSPA (and on website) as a subject matter expert

Requirements

• SSE verification that the candidate is a subject matter expert in canopy formation with a safety-oriented attitude
• DZO or DZSO verification that the candidate is a subject matter expert in canopy formation with a safety-oriented attitude.
• Submission of Technical Assessment Jump #1 and Jump #2 a per C3-CF Portfolio, OR
• Participate in two judged events or competitions (e.g., formation record, demonstrations, performance competition)
• Coach 2 certified
• Minimum of 400 canopy formation jumps verified by a SSE
• Complete the Coach 3 Common Exam (Open Book)

Currency Requirements

• Coach at least 5 candidates (1:1 or in seminars)
• 10 canopy formation jumps in previous 12 months

An updated reference manual is coming soon!