Elite Squad Criteria for Membership

The Elite Squad is an initiative by Atlantis Leisure and Play Sport designed to recognise those who are achieving excellence in their chosen sport, and are competing at Regional level and above. Membership in the Elite Squad entitles the member to free training facilities to assist them in maintaining fitness and the disciplines associated with their sport. This scheme is administered and operated by the Play Sport committee to enable talented sportspeople to train and reach their full potential without the financial burden of costs associated with the use of facilities.

The key aim of the Elite Squad is to ensure "any sportsperson who shows potential should be encouraged and given assistance so that they can excel in their chosen sport." Members of the Elite Squad must be willing to offer their time and skills to benefit others.

To be eligible for the Play Sport Elite Squad, you must satisfy the following criteria:

Candidates must be:

• Resident in Oban & Lorn
• Members of their sport's 'squad' at Regional level or above
• Competing in a sport recognised by sportscotland
• 16 years old or over (secondary pupils can qualify for the Junior Elite Squad)
• Prepared to assist in coaching and special events associated with Atlantis Leisure and Play Sport as a volunteer.

Atlantis Leisure and Play Sport will be sole arbiter in deciding entry to the Elite Squad and reserve the right to withdraw Elite Squad privileges at any time without notice, and also reserve the right to revise the entry criteria at any time without notice.

Elite Squad members will be issued with a members card and will be entitled to use, free of charge, the facilities as considered appropriate for their sport. Acceptance and facilities free of charge will be communicated in writing.

Membership will be for a period of one year. Each year a new application must be re-submitted. Membership will not be renewed for members who leave the area, or who are unavailable or unwilling to assist others on a voluntary basis.

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