Course Measurement and Certification
Course Measurement
“Course accuracy is sacred. My goal with Precision Course Design is to maintain the high standards established by measuring legends such as Ted Corbitt, David Katz, Dan Brannen, Bill Belleville, and Bob Thurston, while incorporating new technology to enhance our mapping and course operations.
Even a perfectly measured course with an impeccable map/certification packet is only as good as the team actually setting up the course on race day. For this reason, I view course management and consulting as natural extensions of the design and measurement processes—all part of providing an elevated experience for participants on the course.”
— Matt Slocum | Founder
Race Directors HQ Podcast with Matt: link here
Race Directors HQ Article by Matt: link here
Course Measurement Services
USATF/WA Certification
Our courses are both USATF Certified and World Athletics Certified. World Athletics Certification has become increasingly important with the recent changes in World Rankings and qualifying points. We also offer Pre-Verified courses for events where Age Group and/or Open records may fall.
Digital & Physical Maps
All courses come with a certification packet, including clear and detailed maps. We can include further documentation for your team’s needs: KMZ files, SVG files, GPX files, public-facing maps, Google MyMaps, and hyperlink GPS coordinate pins.
Detail Diagrams
Certification packets also include supplemental detail diagrams, measurements, and reference photos to ensure the complete accuracy and adherence to the measured and certified course.