www.acsm.org – the American College of Sports Medicine As the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world, ACSM has more than 20,000 International, National, and Regional Chapter members. The ARP is affiliated with the ACSM.
www.nata.org – the National Athletic Trainers' Association The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession.
www.wada-ama.org – The World Anti-Doping Agency The World Anti-Doping Agency's mission is to lead a collaborative worldwide campaign for doping-free sport. It’s key activities include scientific research, education, development of anti-doping capacities, and monitoring of the World Anti Doping Code (Code) – the document harmonizing anti-doping policies in all sports and all countries.
www.vada-testing.org – The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association offers and promotes effective anti-doping practices and programs for boxing and mixed martial arts. Currently, few state athletic commissions perform drug testing for performing enhancing substances. Sports regulators do not have the man-power, time, and funds to carry out the task. VADA is an opportunity for athletes to demonstrate their commitment to clean sport.
