Get your same-day sports medical certificate delivered to your email inbox from the comfort of your home.
“We know how important it is for athletes like you to stay focused on preparing for your next big event. That’s why we’ve made getting your Sports Medical Certificate as convenient as possible. Whether you’re a cyclist, runner, triathlete, or compete in any other sport, our online process ensures you’ll have your certificate in hand quickly and hassle-free. Trusted by athletes across the UK for events in France, Italy, and beyond, our certificates meet all required standards so you can compete with peace of mind.”
Dr Simon Shaw, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder at Fit Certify
“We know how important it is for athletes like you to stay focused on preparing for your next big event. That’s why we’ve made getting your Sports Medical Certificate as convenient as possible. Whether you’re a cyclist, runner, triathlete, or compete in any other sport, our online process ensures you’ll have your certificate in hand quickly and hassle-free. Trusted by athletes across the UK for events in France, Italy, and beyond, our certificates meet all required standards so you can compete with peace of mind.”
Dr Simon Shaw, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder at Fit Certify
A sports medical certificate is an official document, issued by a registered doctor, that confirms there are no contraindications to your participation in an athletic event. These certificates are often required by marathons, cycling races, triathlons, swimming and rowing events, and other competitive sporting activities.
At Fit Certify, our UK, GMC-registered doctors provide same-day online medical certificates for athletes, delivered straight to your email inbox.
We issue medical certificates for a wide range of athletic events and are highly experienced in completing event-specific paperwork for athletes worldwide.
With Fit Certify, you can get an online medical certificate for your sports event in just three easy steps. Here’s how it works:
Fill out an online questionnaire about your general health and upcoming sporting event.
Our doctors will review your information.
Your certificate is sent to your email inbox the same day with the details of the signing doctor.
Many athletic events have their own specific medical certificate that requires completion by a doctor. If you have an event-specific certificate template that needs completing, you can upload it during the application process. One of our doctors will sign and stamp the form as required by your event organiser.
To issue your medical certificate, please complete our online medical questionnaire. We will ask for the following details:
Our fitness certificates for sports include all the essential details required by event organisers. Some events have specific requirements regarding the format and wording of the certificate. At Fit Certify, we are highly experienced in meeting certificate requirements for all types of sports. Each of our certificates includes the following key details:
We know how stressful and time-consuming it can be to get a medical certificate from your regular GP or physician — long waiting times, the hassle of booking an appointment, and the high costs. At Fit Certify, we aim to eliminate that stress. Our service is fast, simple and affordable.
At Fit Certify, we have issued medical certificates for some of the most renowned cycling events across the world. Our doctors are highly experienced in ensuring you have the correct medical paperwork for events including:
Our marathon medical certificates are used by runners worldwide to satisfy entry criteria for races and prove they are fit to run. We issue both general medical certificates and event-specific paperwork for popular races. Some of the races we have issued medical certificates for include:
At Fit Certify, we are highly experienced in issuing medical certificates for triathlon events, including the famous Ironman Championships. You can obtain the Ironman medical certificate or certification for other triathlon events by applying today.
Participation in intense physical activities, such as marathons and cycling races, can put significant strain on the body. Many international athletic events require proof that you have no underlying health conditions that could increase your risk. This is where a sports medical certificate comes in.
By filling out a medical screening questionnaire designed by our sports physicians, we can quickly identify any contraindications to participation, ultimately helping keep you safe.
Additionally, in many countries—particularly in continental Europe—providing a valid medical certificate before participating in an athletic event is a legal requirement. Event organisers take this seriously, so to avoid any last-minute complications, make sure you check the specific requirements of your sporting event.
Although not every athlete needs a medical certificate for participation, some are typically required to have them more than others. These include:
A certificate of fitness for sports must be issued by a licensed doctor. Most events, particularly French and Italian races, require the professional license number of the signing doctor on their event-specific certificate templates. At Fit Certify, all our doctors are licensed and registered with the General Medical Council in the UK. This ensures that their signature and stamp meet the criteria for all major athletic competitions worldwide.
We issue medical certificates for the vast majority of sports, including running, cycling, triathlon, swimming, rowing, football camps, volleyball and much more.
However, we do not issue certificates for higher-risk sporting activities, such as scuba diving, skydiving, motor racing, aviation sports or other situations where an in-person examination would be more appropriate.
At Fit Certify, we are based in the UK, and all our doctors are registered with the UK’s General Medical Council. However, we offer a worldwide sports medical certificate service, allowing you to obtain a certificate for your sports event from anywhere in the world!
Yes you can. If your event specifically requests a recent ECG or other tests, such as spirometry, please arrange these and upload a copy of the results during your application.
A sports medical certificate is a document provided by a doctor that confirms there are no medical contraindications to your participation in sporting events such as marathons, triathlons, cycling races, swimming events and others.
Numerous sporting events, particularly those held in Italy and France, require a medical certificate. Examples include, but are not limited to, the following:
Yes, there are several providers of online medical certificates for sports events and Fit Certify is one of them. To get a certificate online, simply apply through the Fit Certify website and complete the online medical questionnaire.
Yes. Many event organisers will have their own specific medical certificate template and our doctors can sign and stamp any of these documents. You will have the option to upload your event organiser’s template during the application process.
To get a medical certificate with Fit Certify, simply follow these 3 steps:
You will need to provide basic personal information, details about the event you’re participating in, and answers to questions about your medical history.
Once you submit your application, one of our doctors will review the details provided. If you meet the fitness requirements, your certificate will be approved and emailed to you the same day.
At Fit Certify, we offer same-day services. If you apply before 9 PM (British Standard Time), your certificate will be processed and delivered via email that same day.
Yes, a medical certificate is usually valid for up to 12 months and can be used for multiple sports events within this time period.
A medical certificate for sports is usually valid for up to 12 months.
Our medical certificates are competitively priced at £59, with no additional costs.
Yes, if our doctors determine that you’re ineligible for the certificate due to your medical history, we will issue a full refund.
If we are unable to issue a medical certificate, we will provide a full refund – no questions asked. However, once your case has been assessed and your medical certificate has been issued, we cannot offer a refund.
If you have any special requirements or questions, feel free to reach out to us at hello@fitcertify.com
Without a valid medical certificate, you may be disqualified from participating in certain sports events. It’s always best to check event requirements in advance to ensure you have everything you need.
Medical certificates are often required for sporting events such as marathons, triathlons, cycling races, swimming competitions, football camps, volleyball events and many others.
Many French and Italian athletic events require a medical certificate of fitness as part of the entry criteria due to local laws and insurance policies for event organisers. Failure to provide a certificate can result in disqualification or exclusion from the event.
At Fit Certify, our team of doctors aim to make getting your sports medical certificate online easier than ever.
We’ve created a quick and convenient way for you to get the documentation you need and avoid the hassle of having to arrange an appointment. No more long waits, uncertainty or stress – now you can apply from the comfort of your home and focus on training for your event.
Reach out to our team today if you have any questions! We are known for our speedy responses and you can expect a message back within just a few hours.
Same-day sports medical certificates, all from the comfort of your home — fast, simple, and hassle-free.
hello@fitcertify.com
All certificate requests submitted before 9pm (BST) are issued the same day.
