Clubmark newsletter - October 2010

IN THIS ISSUE

Clubmark: It's all go...

There is so much going on across the sports industry at the moment that we thought we should bring you up to speed.

The application process to volunteer at 2012 is now open. I know we are biased but Clubmark volunteers would be ideal candidates bringing lots of relevant experience. So don't miss your chance to apply to be a ‘Games Maker'.... visit the London 2012 website for more details.

As you may now be aware, the new Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) did not commence in July after the Government announced plans to re-model the scheme; committing to bring it back to proportionate, common sense levels.... as soon as we know we will inform you of any developments. In the meantime, organisations are therefore recommended to continue to implement their existing safe recruitment processes, which should include CRB checks for relevant individuals and posts.

The Government has asked the CCPR to conduct a review into the impact of regulatory burdens on sports clubs and their volunteers to find out what gets in your way or drives you mad. Share your views via a short online survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RBR

And finally, we must mention the strength of Clubmark with more than 11,000 accredited and working towards clubs across a range of over 50 sports. Don't know about you but I am proud to be associated with one of Sport England's great success stories!

Alexandra Moore
Clubmark Editor

P.S. More than 1,000 Clubmark clubs have registered for the Sainsbury's Active Kids Scheme. If you are one of them, please get in touch so we can find out how you have benefited!

News

Sport England awards more licences...

Baseball Softball UK joins the growing number of sports licensed to award Clubmark. read more »

Sport England awards Sport Hampshire & IOW ability to award Clubmark license. read more »

The Yorkshire Modern Pentathlon Club becomes the first Pentathlon club to be awarded the prestigious Clubmark award and also recognises North Yorkshire Sport as a licensed organisation. read more »

Islington ABC becomes the first Boxing Club in London to achieve Clubmark

Good news comes in threes for Islington Amateur Boxing Club!

Brand revamp for Volleyball England and Baseball Softball UK

Two national governing bodies embark on an image overhaul in order to boost participation, awareness and recognition of the brand and its capabilities.

British Wrestling joins the Clubmark revolution with 12 clubs gaining accreditation

British Wrestling celebrate the first Wrestling clubs in the country to achieve Clubmark and encourage other clubs across the nation to work towards accreditation via their local County Sports Partnership.

Carpark Cricket improves access to sport

A unique cricket concept piloted at Clubmark accredited Paddock Cricket Club has been launched across Yorkshire.

Alsager Golf and Country Club encourages more youngsters to pick up a club and to try the game

Clubmark benefits enable Alsager Golf and Country Club to achieve its development aspirations.

Ask not what Clubmark can do for you, but what you can do with Clubmark

Rochdale Company of Archers reaps the benefits of Clubmark by securing funding to train more coaches.

Spotlight on...Joanne Walker

Joanne's career in sport development began in 2003 and since then she has progressed through a number of roles, all of which involved Clubmark.

Spotlight on... Jayne Emmington

Jayne is an aikido instructor at Aikido Shudokan Preston. The Club hosts classes for both adults and children and aims to teach students how to avoid conflict and teaches harmony in motion.

Frequently asked questions...

This year, we have introduced a new section to the newsletter to highlight the questions we are often asked. This edition, we go back to basics....

How many clubs have achieved Clubmark accreditation?

Who accredits Clubmark?

Why should clubs apply for accreditation?

Simply click on the questions above to get the answers from the Clubmark website FAQ section.

Did you know...

About the range of funding opportunities available to Clubmark clubs?

Cash 4 Clubs is a scheme that gives money to grassroots sport. Any sports club that is registered with its National Governing Body(NGB) or local authority can apply for grants ranging from £250 to £1000. It is a simple scheme aimed at giving community clubs a helping hand and provides the opportunity to raise the money they need to invest in their club.

To find out more about this and other funding opportunities read more

Summary of accredited clubs

Congratulations to all our latest Clubmark accredited clubs taking the total past 6,400!

Since our last newsletter we have accredited over 500 clubs. To check that your club is listed, download the Clubmark database.

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