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What is Clubmark?
As part of the EGU/EWGA GolfMark Award, once a golf club is awarded they will also be recognised by Sport England as a Clubmark facility.
What is Sport England Clubmark?
Sport England's Clubmark is a cross-sport accreditation for sports clubs with junior sections. Clubmark is a national standard for quality sports clubs recognised across the country. More than 30 other sports, including tennis and rugby are also using the alliance to add value to their accreditation schemes and over 10,000 sports clubs have been awarded Clubmark or are working towards achieving accreditation.
According to research conducted by the Northwest Regional Development Agency in 2004, three fifths of young people belong to a sports club outside school and it is therefore important that these sports clubs serve young people well. Click here to download the Clubmark Resource Pack.
Clubmark was introduced in 2002 by Sport England to:
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Ensure that accrediting partners apply core common criteria to ensure that consistent good practice and minimum operating standards are delivered through all club development and accreditation schemes.
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To empower parent(s)/carer(s) when choosing a club for their children.
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To ensure that Clubmark accredited clubs are recognised through a common approach to branding.
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To provide a focus around which all organisations involved in sport can come together to support good practice in sports clubs working with children and young people.
The Benefits of Clubmark
Clubs awarded Clubmark have seen many tangible benefits, such as:
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Club development: The foundation for any club is its youth structure. By encouraging and attracting young members, it is building a strong future.
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Increased membership: Addressing issues like equity and child protection gives parents confidence when choosing a club for their children.
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Developing coaches and volunteers: As part of Clubmark, clubs receive help in developing the skills of those involved in their organisation.
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Raised profile: Once Clubmark accredited, clubs will be listed on a national database and in other directories, to help them attract new members and grow.
How does it link with GolfMark?
The EGU/EWGA have incorporated the Clubmark criteria into the GolfMark programme. There is no duplication of effort required by golf clubs - one process and one set of paperwork.
