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IntroductionEstablished in 1974, Crewe and Nantwich Athletic Club prides itself on being a family orientated club that caters for all standards and ages from 8 upwards. We offer coaching, training and local and county competitions in all track and field events, road, cross-country, indoor and sports-hall athletics. Crewe and Nantwich Athletic Club is registered under England Athletics North West Region and in-turn is governed by UK Athletics. Crewe and Nantwich Athletic Club prospers on the fabulous facility of the Cumberland Arena, Thomas Street, Crewe where qualified coaches are passionate about helping athletes from the South Cheshire area to reach their potential. Last year the Club celebrated 25 years of being at the Cumberland this year. (1981-2006). The Club recently won the prestigious BBC Community Club of the Year 2006 within the Cheshire and Warrington region and was a finalist in the BBC North West Community Sports Club of the Year 2006. The Club has membership of around 250 athletes who share a love of running, jumping or throwing, with athletes from the junior and senior sections representing the Club, the County or in some cases their Country at major athletic events. The Club provides national level coaching for sprints, hurdles and endurance and has qualified coaches for all field specific events as well as catering for multi-eventers. What are the benefits that Athletics can bring?Athletics offers a variety of different events for you to try and enjoy. It is a great way to keep fit and stay in shape as well as gaining fun and enjoyment out of competing in the sport. The Club welcomes those that wish to take part in athletics competitively and improve their overall athletic development and performance. Who can join the Club?Anyone with a passion for athletics! The Club takes members from 7 years of age and upwards, regardless of ability but centred around those that wish to compete and improve their personal performance. The Club is in association with the Cheshire Academy of Integrated Arts who run a disability athletics club. The Club encourages athletes from a young age, as it is here that essential fundamental skills are gained. However, the Club acknowledges that it is never too late to take up athletics and welcomes all new members. How do I join the Club?Anyone interested in joining the Club, can either come to the Club and ask for information at the Club’s Registration Desk on training nights (Tuesday and Thursday 6.00pm to 8.30pm) or contact the Membership Secretary. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOU MAY BE ASKED TO JOIN A WAITING LIST IN ANY AGE GROUP. The Club encourages athletes to take a first FREE TRAINING SESSION in the form of an ASSESSMENT SESSION with a coach to see if its right for them and for the coach to assess the athlete's ability ahead of if and when the athlete joins the Club. After that an athlete can join as a First Claim or Second Claim Member. To become a Member, simply complete an Application Form and Payment Slip (available at Club Registration Desk) and return this with your payment to the Secretary. The benefits of becoming a Member mean a considerable saving on nightly training fees and an England Athletics Membership that allows the athlete to compete for the Club in any national competition (Track & Field, Cross Country, Road, Indoor and Sportshall). Shortly after your membership is accepted by the Committee you will receive a Welcome Pack and confirmation of your EAA number. An EAA card is issued annually around May. What do I need to know and do when I’ve joined the Club?There are a number of things that a new Member needs to be aware of and to do; and in the case of Junior Members, there are also a number of things the parent or guardian has to be aware of and do. This is all aimed at ensuring that the Club can make the environment safe and legal for all its members particularly its junior members. All Members (and in the case of Juniors their parent/guardian) should:-
All Members (and in the case of Juniors their parent/guardian) should know :-
FACILITIESCrewe and Nantwich Athletic Club is based at the Cumberland Arena, Thomas Street, Crewe. The Cumberland Arena is one of the premier venues in the region and has seen a significant amount of redevelopment over the past few years. The facility now boasts a six lane synthetic track, long and triple jump beds and facilities for all other jumping and throwing events (see diagram). The Arena also has the premier 3rd Generation synthetic surface and a Pavilion area containing changing facilities.
click for larger image (opens in popup window) In the winter the Club makes use of the Victoria Community Centre and the Shavington Leisure Centre for indoor Sprotshall Athletics training sessions. CLUB MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATIONCrewe and Nantwich Athletic Club has a Committee and a Coaches Group that help to manage and develop the Club in the way that best suits the needs of its Members. The Club has an appointed Chair, Deputy Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, Welfare Officers, Fixtures and Officials Secretaries and and Coaching Representative. The Club also has a number of volunteers who organise member registration, website, merchandise, social events and refreshments / tuck-shop. The Club always welcomes any new assistance in what is a very friendly and family oriented environment. The Club is always keen to share information and get new ideas from Members to help the Club develop. Members should keep a regular look out for new information on the Club Notice Board and on the Club website. The Club will also write to you or e-mail you if there is something really important that you need to know (like membership renewals or a change in training arrangements).The Club also has a partnership with the Crewe & Nantwich Council Sports and Community Development Team who sit on the Steering Group, providing resource to assist in promoting the Club in the Community. The Club Committee and the Council’s Sports Development Team are committed to making Crewe & Nantwich Athletic Club the home of Athletics in South Cheshire. COACHESCrewe and Nantwich Athletic Club has twenty qualified coaches covering all run, jump and throw disciplines. Links with MMU Crewe bring further young coaches. The Club is prides itself on having one of the most highly respected national sprints and mid distance coaches as well as a number of multi-event and event specific qualified coaches. The Club is committed to improving the standard of its coaching and regularly sponsors coaches in their pursuit of higher levels of qualification. All Club coaches must have a valid UKA Coach Licence and Pass. In addition the Club insists that all its coaches and volunteers, particularly those who work with children, have undergone Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Checks and where necessary as of October 2009 checks for new volunteers following the Vetting Barring Scheme guidelines issued by UKA. MEMBERSHIP DETAILS for 2010Uncoached Senior Members – Pay as you go OptionAnnual Membership due on or before 1st January All Volunteers Seniors (including coaches) £5.00 then, Fee per session (Tuesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays) £2.00. Please note this pay as you go option will only be available for uncoached Seniors from 2009 onwards.Volunteers Free Coached Junior and Senior Members – Pre-payment OptionAnnual Membership due on or before 1st January then, Quarterly Prepayment (13 weeks block) or Annual Prepayment (52 weeks block) Fee per session Tues, Thurs and Saturday or Sundays (when available) Free
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