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Training/Membership |
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Training for SAC depends on your coach, as some coaches only train on certain nights. The track is only booked for SAC members on:- TUESDAYS: 7:00pm—9.00pm THURSDAYS: 7:00pm—9.00pm SUNDAYS: 10:00am—12.00pm
Information for new members Here at Southend-on-Sea Athletic Club we do not pay training fees unlike many Clubs nowadays. This does not apply to potential new members. New people get their first session free; for the next 5 sessions, under 20s pay just £1 per session while 20s and above pay £2 per session. We have a Training Subs Book "The Blue Book" and all training fees must be recorded in that. The Asst General Secretary holds that. After the 5 sessions you can then chose as to whether or not you would like to become a member. The yearly cost of membership will vary on your age (see below) Membership Fees - Current rates Under 20/Over 60/In full-time education but under 23 £60 * All Seniors (First or Second claim) £90 ** Family (children under 20 & one/both parents) £150 *** Social Members (who may not use the track or athletic facilities) £10 Discounted subscriptions are available to EXISTING members on the following basis:
* received by 30th April, deduct £10; received between 30th April and 31st May, deduct £5 ** received by 30th April, deduct £15; received between 30th April and 31st May, deduct £10 *** received by 30th April, deduct £20; received between 30th April and 31st May, deduct £15
If you would like to join Southend AC, then please print off, and fill in an application form: SAC Application for membership
Your Membership Card, which will be issued shortly after you have joined, should be brought to the track every training session, otherwise access may not be permitted.
What facilities we offer you... Once you join Southend-on-Sea Athletic Club you are free to use any of the track and field facilities under supervision from the coach of that area (depending on your age). Facilities available:
If you or your coach wishes to borrow equipment, you must approach the Track Secretary, Mike Seaman.
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8 Lane 100m Straight |
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8 Lane Running Track - 400m Fully Floodlit |
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Steeplechase Barriers + (W/J) |
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Long Jump pits |
x 4 |
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Triple Jump pits |
x 2 |
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Pole Vault (not always available) |
x 2 |
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Shot Putt |
x 1 |
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Javelin Runway |
x 2 |
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High Jump |
x 1 |
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Hammer & Discus Cage |
x 1 |
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Facilities in the Leisure Centre - Male and Female Toilets, Changing and Showers |
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2 tier viewing galleries |
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Store room |
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Southend AC compete in: Essex County Cross Country League Veterans Eastern Track and Field League South of England Amateur Athletics Association Eastern Young Athletes League (McDonalds Leagues) |