Certification Board
Our advisory board has contributed greatly to this project. Without their dedication, it would be impossible to offer such an extensive course of instruction and testing. They come from wide and varied backgrounds, with extensive experience at all levels of pole vaulting. Most important of all, they share a common goal: The improvement of pole vaulting safety through standardization of facilities, equipment, and teaching practices, at all levels of participation.
Jan Johnson founded the Pole Vault Safety Certification Board with a vision of making pole vaulting safer through education and certification. A 1972 Olympic bronze medalist, USATF Master Coach, and the USATF Pole Vault National Safety Chair, Jan dedicated over 30 years to coaching, safety advocacy, and advancing the sport he loved. His passion for protecting athletes at every level is the foundation upon which PVSCB was built. His legacy lives on through every coach and official who earns their certification.
The following individuals have contributed their expertise and time to PVSCB throughout its history. We are grateful for their dedication to pole vault safety.
Dave Nielson, Earl Bell, Greg Hull, Greg Duplantis, Dr. Peter McGinnis, Eddie Seese, Anthony Curren, James Brown, Jim Lonergan, Russ VerSteeg, Lane Lohr, Robert Wahl, Talen Singer