2019 AAU NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP FOR TRACK & FIELD

AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION

The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) offers amateur sports programs through a volunteer base that develops amateur athletes physically, mentally and morally.

The AUU was founded in 1888 to establish standards in amateur sports. It promotes good sportsmanship and is a leader in international sports.

VOLUNTEER AMBASSADOR OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer Ambassadors are needed for the 2019 AAU National Club Championships for Track and Field at Walt Disney World Resort to support the Amateur Athletic Union.

As part of the registration process, all participants and volunteers will have the opportunity to make a donation to the Amateur Athletic Union. In honor of the AAU National Club Championships for Track and Field, runDisney is thrilled to make an independent donation to Amateur Athletic Union. Your registration and participation will not affect the amount donated.

Eligibility

The Volunteer Ambassador Program has specific requirements:

• Volunteers for all events must be at least 14 years of age.
• Volunteers under 18 years of age must have parental/legal guardian consent and must present a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.
• Volunteers under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
• Children under the minimum age are not allowed to volunteer or accompany you. You will be told on the event day that your services cannot be utilized if you have children with you. This is for the safety of your child and everyone else involved.

VOLUNTEER AMBASSADOR RESOURCES

All Volunteer Ambassadors assisting on behalf of the Amateur Athletic Union during the 2019 AAU National Club Championships for Track and Field at Walt Disney World Resort must fulfill the following requirements:

• Complete Waivers
  • Volunteer Ambassadors age 18 and over:
    Print the waiver for ADULTS and complete it.
  • Volunteer Ambassadors under age 18:
    Print the waiver for MINORS and have a parent or legal guardian complete it.
• Comply with Dress Code
  Volunteer Ambassadors are expected to wear family-friendly clothing that doesn’t feature any offensive graphics and appropriately covers the body.
  
  • Please wear khaki or neutral color pants or shorts (no jeans or denim like material). We also ask that you wear closed-toed shoes for safety reasons.
• Security Guidelines
  In an effort to provide Volunteer Ambassadors, athletes, spectators and staff with the safest environment, please follow these security guidelines:
  
  • All Volunteer Ambassadors will be required to present photo identification upon checking in for their shifts.
  • Volunteer Ambassadors must wear the proper credentials and have their photo identification available at all times.
  • All bags, parcels and carry packs are subject to search.
  • Please keep personal items to a minimum and leave valuables at home. Facilities are not available to store personal items.
  • All necessary personal items must be carried in a clear bag. You may not place a non-clear bag, parcel or carry pack inside a clear bag.
  • All Volunteer Ambassadors must go through the bag check route—with or without bags.
  • Volunteer Ambassadors are not allowed to bring folding chairs with them.

VOLUNTEER AMBASSADOR SCHEDULES

Volunteer Ambassador opportunities for the 2019 AAU National Club Championships for Track and Field will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedules are always subject to change due to event needs.

Although every effort will be made to accommodate your selection, the Volunteer Ambassador office reserves the right to schedule volunteers based on event needs, which includes placing volunteers on a waiting list. You will receive a confirmed volunteer schedule closer to the event.

Confirmations

Volunteer Ambassadors will receive confirmation of their scheduled opportunities via mail approximately 30 days prior to the event or email after that time. Confirmation will include information on parking, directions and other useful matters.

Bring Waivers

All Volunteer Ambassadors must sign a waiver to obtain credentials and participate.

If you are picking up a credential for another volunteer, please print the waiver and have it signed in advance by the participant. Volunteers under 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by a parent/legal guardian.