Join Ireland ActiveOur vision is to have more people partaking in physical activity, and to achieve this vision our members are criticalto our success. Ireland Active is the voice off the health & fitness industry and our vision can only be achieved if wecollectively join as one unity and work together, with anybody or organisation who has a stake or interest in gettingmore people, more active, more often.

Ireland Active… the voice of the health & fitness industry

Ireland Active's Members & PartnersIreland Active’s membership, which stands at over 300 members,include the following:

• Local Authority Leisure Centres • Hotel Sector• Outdoor Fitness Providers • Trainers• Education and Training Providers • Sports Providers• Equipment Suppliers

Additionally Ireland Active works with an even larger range of organisationsthat have synergies with Ireland Active’s vision to have more people moreactive more often. Over 2014 our partnerships and focus included workingwith the following:

1. Health Executive of Health & Wellbeing to establish the national frameworkfor exercise referral / physical activity referral pathways

2. Swim Ireland to increase national participation in swimming in Ireland

3. Europe Active and EU directives on areas such as pending legislation thatmay have negative effects on our industry & seeking European position to get more people more active more

4. National Standard Authority Ireland (NSAI) – Advising on the Irish standards for fitness centres that will support the future publications of European CEN Fitness standards.

more people | moreactive | more often

Other Services Offered:• National White Flag Quality Standard Award• Industry Specific Training • Industry Consultation including:

- Business Management- Health & Safety- Risk assessment- Strategy Development

Membership Benefits:• Ireland Active logo – display our logo on digital or

printed communications to let consumers and business know your business adhere to a professionalindustry code and you are a proud member of our sector

• Europe Active Membership – use of logo and accessto industry information and discounts on reports andevents ( contact through Ireland Active)

• Networking opportunities with Industry peers & experts

• Regular updates on regulatory, legislative and standard changes

• Receive regular industry bulletins, newsletters e-zinesfrom Europe Active

Other Benefits:• Ireland Active PR & Media Support – Promote your

news on our social media feeds and on our web site“Members Area”

• Ireland Active Business support – access resources offering advice, pointers and an array of templates forbusiness

• Health & safety and Employment law advice from industry experts – receive free access to industry experts depending on your needs

• Discounted rates on training • Access to Garda vetting • 10%- 20% Discount rated on consultancy projects• Discounts on PPI music licencing fees unique to

Ireland Active members (Quote your membership number)

National White Flag Quality StandardTo ensure standards are maintained, the White Flag Quality Standard grades facilities operations, and is based onthe three essential areas when operating any leisure centre or spa: Safety; Hygiene & Maintenance and CustomerCare. The award is designed to encourage continuous improvement, and approximately one hundred facilities aroundthe country have attained this prestigious accolade.

We believe all our customers should be aware of the professional requirements of the leisure centres they attendand are entitled to quality facilities and services in a safe and hygienic environment.

For details of all White Flag facilities in your area, contact our member services team for more information:info@irelandactive.ie or call us on; 021- 4856460.

Stay in touch with your peersIreland active host a number of industry events throughout the year that provide valuable networking and learningopportunities for the sector.Events include:

• Ireland Active Annual Convention• National White Flag Awards Gala Dinner• Ireland only leaders forum for the sector• Ireland Active Seminars and Regional Network meetings• Ireland Active Summit – A political conference on the sector – new for 2015/2016

Reps IrelandREP’S Ireland independently verifies exercise professional qualifications. All registered professional agree toadhere to the Industry code of ethical practice. Reps Ireland Registration Fee €65.

Facility Operator/Gym Membership

• Large Facility with more than 20 staff members €595

• Medium Facility with 6 – 20 staff members €450

• Small Facility with up to 5 staff members €295

• Industry Trade Supplier/Partner €495

• Education Provider €450

• Individual Member/Associate €175

Please note each Garda Vetting application received in respect of an individual willincur a fee off €15 + VAT. * Ireland Active reserve the right to decline membership

Office Suite, LeisureWorld, Bishopstown, Cork, Ireland.

T: 021 485 6460 • E: info@irelandactive.ie • W: www.irelandactive.ie

Contact info@irelandactive.ie for further details or call

021 485 6460