Sports / Athletic Activity Permission Slip Template

Running a youth sports program, league, or athletic camp? You need a permission slip that goes beyond basic consent — covering medical clearance, insurance information, and assumption of risk. This free sports permission slip template captures everything coaches and program directors need before the first practice.

Download the Sports Permission Slip

This template is designed for youth sports programs, athletic camps, and recreational leagues. It includes fields for medical history, insurance, and coach contact information alongside standard consent.

Works for Any Youth Sport

One form that covers every athletic program:

Team sportssoccer, basketball, baseball, football
Individual sportsswimming, track, tennis, gymnastics
Athletic campssummer sports camps, clinics, combines
Recreational leagueschurch leagues, community rec programs
Tournament travelaway games, regional tournaments
Fitness programsCrossFit kids, martial arts, dance

What's Included

Participant Information

  • Child's full name and date of birth
  • Parent/guardian contact details

Athletic Details

  • Sport/activity, team/league name, season dates
  • Coach name and phone

Medical & Insurance

  • Physical exam date
  • Medical conditions and allergies
  • Insurance provider and policy number

Consent & Signature

  • Assumption of risk acknowledgment
  • Emergency medical treatment authorization
  • Parent/guardian signature and date

A Note on Sports Liability

Sports participation carries inherent physical risk. This permission slip documents consent and collects essential medical information, but it is not a liability waiver. For competitive programs or high-risk activities, consult your organization's insurance carrier about additional coverage and documentation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do youth sports programs require permission slips?

Most organized youth sports programs require signed parental consent and medical information. Many leagues and insurance carriers mandate it. Even informal programs benefit from having documented consent and emergency contacts.

Should I require a physical exam?

Many competitive leagues require a current sports physical. This template includes a field for physical exam date. Check your league or program requirements.

Can one form cover an entire season?

Yes — this template includes season dates so one signed form can cover all regular practices and games. For tournament travel or special events, consider collecting an additional travel consent form.

What about travel to away games?

This form covers general athletic participation consent. For away games involving significant travel, pair it with a field trip or travel permission slip for transportation-specific consent.

Collect Sports Forms Digitally

Registration day chaos? Parents filling out forms on the bleachers? There's a better way. Send this form digitally and have every player's consent and medical info collected before the season starts.

Free for up to 3 forms. No credit card required.