Taking your Quadrobics Assessments

And how to apply for competitions

What are Assessments?

In the realm of professional quadrobics, there are two different kinds of assessments you might need to take. There is one for students, and one for athletes.

The Student Assessment Form or SAF can be taken at any time, but most often are taken when a student wants to enroll in classes or test out of their skill level. They aren't just used for normal student activities, however. SAFs also function as a resume, since they show clearly on paper the students skills and experience. If at any point a student wishes to apply to a job relating to the sport or to join a competition they will need to submit an SAF.

Now, when does the second type of assessment come into play? The Athlete Assessment Form or AAF is used to decide if an athlete is qualified to compete in a competition. After an athlete submits their SAF as an application to join a competition and is accepted, they will need to take an AAF. If, based on the AAF, they qualify to compete, they may join a team, be added to a sponsor list, and get their measurements taken for uniforms and equipment.

How to take your SAF

Both assessments are proctored exams, which means someone knowledgeable in the field will be walking the student or athlete through the process, ready to ask and answer any necessary questions. With a few exceptions, the proctor would have to be a certified trainer, teacher, or judge, and it's the students responsibility to schedule and prepare for any exams.

During the written section of the assessments, the proctor will ask the student or athlete questions about any applicable former training, associations, records, and physical or medical information that may affect the students ability in quadrobics. During the physical section of the assessment, the student or athlete will need to demonstrate their athletic ability, any gaits they know, and any abilities that are part of their level qualifications.

Once the exam is finished and the assessment is filled out, the proctor will print and sign the finished SAF or AAF and send the student or athlete the printed copy in the mail. The proctor may also send them a digital copy if provided with a digital student/athlete signature.

Scheduling your SAF

When it's time to schedule an SAF, the student will likely need to find a company or private trainer that offers SAF testing as a service. If the student decides to take their assessment through WMQA, they will need to send in a proctor request form. Questions of the form include information about past SAFs, the reason for taking it, former proctors, student associations, and contact information.

If the student plans on taking the SAF with the intent to apply for a competition, there is a different summarized request form available, as most questions will be asked during the exam.

After the student submits the request form, the company will get back to them via email or phone to discuss a date and time for the exam.

Taking your AAF

At the end of the SAF exam, if the student specified that they were taking the SAF in preparation for a competition, the proctor will schedule an AAF for 30-60 days before the upcoming competition. It is not necessary to fill out a proctor request form in this scenario.

If the student took their SAF with a person or company outside of the one hosting the competition, the student will need to submit an SAF exam request with the hosting company, with the specification that they would like to take the AAF instead. The student can also directly email the company hosting the event to request a proctor if they so choose.

Deadlines

If the student is planning to compete in a competition, they must complete the SAF and AAF within a specific timeframe. With some exceptions, the entire exam process will take place within 90 days before the event.

The students final SAF must be completed, submitted, and confirmed within 60-90 days before the event. It must be noted, however, that it can be retaken as many times as necessary before the deadline. The AAF must be completed, submitted, and confirmed within 30-60 days before the event and can only be taken once.

Once the students AAF has been completed or scheduled, the student will receive a formal invitation to the event, which may include details on the uniform, schedule, any guests they may bring, and the menu.

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