There are a number of benefits associated with affiliation for both athletics clubs and recreational running groups.
Click here for a printable PDF version of the affiliation benefits.
Business
- Access to public liability insurance through all your events
- Access to a free website template and domain name
- Ability to vote and attend the annual general meeting
- Letter of support for accessing funding and assistance with local Councils and Governments
Club Development
- Direct contact to the Club Development Officer
- Guidance and support on Club organisation and management
- Access to resources regarding athlete welfare, risk management, inclusion and many more
- Increase Club spirit and camaraderie through point scores, relays competitions, fun runs and cross country
- Access to a pool of volunteers/officials/coaches
Events
Access to a well organised and structured series of events in your particular area of interest, including:
- Cross Country and Road Races
- Mountain and Off Road Running Races
- Discounted entry into our expanding RunNSW events which currently has 7 Fun Runs based throughout NSW
- Club based track and field competition
- NSW and Australian Titles
- Marathons/Half Marathons
- Walking
- Team Walk
Education
- Access to education courses and workshops both athletics specific and recreational running
- Free and discounted coaching courses
- Data base training
- Please see the link to the education calendar
Promotion
- Use of the ANSW Logo
- Free goods such as welcome packs
- Publicity through our 'Find a club' search engine
- Increased reputation through affiliation with the Athletics governing body
- Ability to have Club Events listed on the Athletics NSW Events page
- Exposure to 180 000 individuals involved in Athletics
- Announcement on website and in newsletter for joining ANSW.