Derry City & Strabane District Council has invested in a new membership that will allow athletes competing at the top of their sport to train for free in Derry City & Strabane District Council leisure centres.
The aim of the scheme is to provide talented athletes with the best possible opportunities to develop and prepare for competition. Athletes must be currently part of a recognised governing body talent pathway, or be officially representing their sport at county level or higher.
The facilities used will be those that are relevant to the athletes specific sport and those used for general fitness training.
Applications are welcome from all individuals; arrangements can also be made for any athletes with special training needs. Those who fulfil the criteria will be entitled to 6 months free access to gym, health suite & swimming pool.
Applicants are invited from individuals who feel they will fill the necessary criteria:
- All applicants must recide within the Derry City & Strabane District Council area.
- Applicants will apply using a form supplied by Sports Development; to whom the form should be returned.
- Applicants must be involved in an amateur sport, which is recognised by either Sport Northern Ireland or Sport Ireland.
- Proof of eligibility from the recognised governing body should be enclosed. When an applicant has qualified to represent their sport at county level or higher, a formal invitation to participate in a competition must be included.
Successful applicants will be issues with an identity card and will be entitled to 6 onths free access to agreed leisure facilities.
Application form for the Athlete Support Membership can be downloaded using the below link:
For further information on our athlete support programmes contact [email protected]